About this property

Airport Gateway Motor Lodge is the closest motel to Christchurch International Airport, providing self-contained accommodation. It features a 24-hour reception and a complimentary airport shuttle, perfect for guests arriving on late flights and departing on early flights. The spacious Economy rooms include a kitchen and outdoor seating areas. The Business studios are located in the property's business wing and feature heat pumps, showers and large TV's. Free unlimited WiFi and Chrome cast video streaming on all TV's is available. The restaurant and bar provide breakfast, dinner and 24-hour room service. Airport Gateway Motor Lodge also includes conference and meeting rooms for up to 50 people. Also available is free parking while you stay at the property, as well as long term car storage available for while you're away, for an additional charge. Airport Gateway is the closest self-contained accommodation to Christchurch International Airport. Six reasons to stay at the Airport Gateway; • There are two levels of accommodation available, the original Spacious Economy apartments with full kitchens, and modern new business studios. All our units feature heat pump heating and cooling, along with free unlimited WiFi & 65” smart TV’s with Chromecast streaming. • 24 hour complimentary airport shuttle, perfect for guests arriving on late flights and departing on early flights. • The food from the restaurant and bar is sensational, All day menu, open from 6am to 10pm, along with 24-hour room service. • Long term Car storage available while your away, for an additional charge. • Conference, Function & meeting rooms for up to 50 people • A 24-hour manned reception. Christchurch Airport is 4 minutes away, Christchurch city centre is 15-minutes away. Hornby is 15 minutes away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

    • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

    • Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 3
2 single beds
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
or
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Margaret
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Transfer service to and from airport was a great service. Unit was spacious and had everything I needed. Had a lunch and dinner at Restaurant. Good honest food from a singing chef. All staff encountered were friendly, helpful and professional.
  • Peter
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Convenience for airport and transfers available 24x7. Clean and comfortable room. Had way more facilities than I needed on this particular trip but great to know for future stays
  • Stephen
    Australia Australia
    Overall the was comfortable clean and secure. The restaurant and bar were excellent. The food was of high quality, the chef should be complimented.
  • Garth
    Australia Australia
    Location is excellent, facilities outstanding, parking great.
  • Julie
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Great location, staff were so helpful. Great to have coach pick us up from airport. Facilities so clean, could not find fault with anything.
  • Glenn
    Australia Australia
    Very convenient to airport, 24 hour reception for a late arrival (although staff were out at the airport picking up other passengers), free shuttle was available (I didn't use), well priced, very friendly staff, nice breakfast in onsite...
  • Olivia
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Staff were super friendly, got a free upgrade woo!! Also, shuttle service on time and easy.
  • Stan
    Australia Australia
    Get staff and service. Room was excellent and I will stay again
  • Janet
    Singapore Singapore
    It was affordable and extra spacious for us, a family of three. The stay was really comfortable and easy to access as our room was on the ground floor. The staffs were nice and friendly. The free shuttle to airport was great and convenient.
  • Lisa
    Australia Australia
    Close to the airport and also a restaurant on site. Surprised about the large tv

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Flight Lounge
    • Cuisine
      Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Airport Gateway Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 03:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 30 per child, per night
Cot upon request
NZD 30 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 30 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note the following hours of operating for Flight Lounge Restaurant and Bar.

Breakfast - 07:00-10:00

Dinner - 17:00-21:00

Room Service - 21:00-02:00

Express breakfast can be delivered to your room the night before

Please note that there is a 2.5% charge when you pay with a Visa or Mastercard credit card and a 3% charge when you pay with an American Express or Diners Club credit card.

The Airport Gateway Restaurant and bar is open Monday to Friday from 7am till 9pm, room service is also available at no extra charge. (Weekend hours are 7am till 9pm).

Please inform Airport Gateway Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

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