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Academy Lodge Motel

2.0 star property
Motel in Ashburton with free parking

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Stroll through the charming entrance of this Lodge Motel, surrounded by lush greenery and a picturesque picket fence.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed and sliding door leading to an outdoor area with a table and chairs.
Enjoy a comfortable stay in this stylish room with a large flat-screen TV and a simple, functional design.
Enjoy a comfortable stay in this stylish room featuring a bed, bedside table, and compact kitchenette.
Enjoy meals at the dining table with a flat-screen TV above for entertainment.

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

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782 East St, Ashburton, Canterbury, 7700
  • Ashburton Domain
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Trott's Garden
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Lake Hood
    ‪18 min drive‬

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Deluxe Apartment | Living area | 43-inch Smart TV with digital channels, Netflix, streaming services

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  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Ashburton

Located in Netherby within a short walk of Ashburton Domain, Academy Lodge Motel is within a mile (2 km) of Historic Art Gallery and Museum. Each of the 7 rooms at this motel includes a kitchen, a dining area, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Ashburton Domain - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Historic Art Gallery and Museum - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Trott's Garden - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Ashburton Aviation Museum - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Lake Hood - 18 min drive - 7.6 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ashburton Club & Msa - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Tinwald Tavern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kfc - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Academy Lodge Motel

Motel in Ashburton with free parking
Academy Lodge Motel features free WiFi in public areas, express check-out, and laundry facilities. A stay here includes free parking. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide front-desk service during limited hours. This motel also has a garden.
43-inch Smart TVs come with digital channels and Netflix, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Kitchens, dining areas, and microwaves are also available. Change of towels is available on request.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for NZD 20 per pet, per day (maximum NZD 50 per stay)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20.0 per day
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for NZD 15.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: NZD 20 per pet, per day (maximum NZD 50 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-10:00 AM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Academy Lodge Motel Motel
Academy Lodge Motel Ashburton
Academy Lodge Motel Motel Ashburton

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near Academy Lodge Motel?

This motel is situated in Netherby within a short 7-minute walk of Ashburton Domain and also 18 minutes on foot from Historic Art Gallery and Museum. You'll also find Ashburton Aviation Museum and Trott's Garden within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Academy Lodge Motel?

As of Jul 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Academy Lodge Motel on Aug 3, 2025 start from $60.1, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at Academy Lodge Motel?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Academy Lodge Motel feature a casino on the premises?

No, Academy Lodge Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Academy Lodge Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Academy Lodge Motel?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this motel include a kitchen, premium bedding, and Netflix.

Are there hot tubs at Academy Lodge Motel?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Academy Lodge Motel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Academy Lodge Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Academy Lodge Motel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Academy Lodge Motel for a fee of NZD 20 per pet, per day.

Are there connecting rooms at Academy Lodge Motel?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Academy Lodge Motel?

Yes, some guestrooms at Academy Lodge Motel offer a patio.

Academy Lodge Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Joanne

Very warm room, good amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Des

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jacky

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Darren

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The checkin was quick. Our room was very spacious. The property itself is rather "tired" but the beds were comfortable. There are train tracks across the street but while some trains did pass they weren't a huge annoyance.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonie

We enjoyed our stay and found the owner very welcoming and approachable. The location was great and we would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean, friendly service, Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good locality, friendly staff, plenty of room
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ove

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet. Manager/owner took me to my room and explained everything. Checked with me in the morning if I had been satisfied with my nights stay. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great find in Ashburton

This little motel has a delightful manager who is very accommodating and helpful. The room is extremely spacious and very well equipped & convenient to town.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great accommodation, thank you :)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Handy to shopping area .I think the towets were mearnt to be white but were gray and as were face flannels and the bed cover was quite worn .Otherwise the room smelt fab.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025