Ashford Motor Lodge offers a quiet escape near Hagley Park. Relax in the garden or dip in the pool with sun loungers and umbrellas. Enjoy continental breakfast served by helpful staff. Amenities include babysitting services and barbecue grills.
Merivale, a neighborhood in Christchurch, is home to Ashford Motor Lodge. Canterbury Museum and Quake City are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Lyttelton Harbour and Hagley Golf Course. Traveling with kids? Consider The Arts Centre and Christchurch Botanic Gardens. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Christchurch travel guide
At Ashford Motor Lodge, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
Free self parking
Continental breakfast (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge), and a front-desk safe
Barbecue grills, an off-leash area, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Ashford Motor Lodge offer amenities such as free WiFi, safes, and free newspapers.
Other amenities include:
Childcare services and free infant beds
Grab bars near toilets and raised toilet seats
LCD TVs with premium channels and DVD players
Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Daily continental breakfast available 3:00 AM to 3:00 PM for a fee: USD 7.50 to 15.50 for adults and USD 7.50 to 15.50 for children
Things to do
Children's pool
Outdoor pool
Family friendly
Children's pool
DVD player
In-room babysitting (surcharge)
In-room crib
In-room kitchenette
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Conveniences
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Grab bar near toilet
Low-height counter and sink
No elevator
Raised toilet seat
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
More
2 buildings
2 floors
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Free crib
Pillowtop mattress
Bathroom
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels provided
Entertainment
DVD player
LCD TV with premium cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Kitchenette
Microwave
Refrigerator
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Desk
Free daily newspapers
Free local calls
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
An off-leash area is available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 7.50 to 15.50 for adults, and USD 7.50 to 15.50 for children
Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per day
Service animals are exempt from fees
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
National rating
Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.
Property is also known as
Ashford Lodge
Ashford Motor Christchurch
Ashford Motor Lodge
Ashford Motor Lodge Christchurch
Ashford Motor
Ashford Motor Lodge Motel
Ashford Motor Lodge Christchurch
Ashford Motor Lodge Motel Christchurch
Frequently asked questions
Does Ashford Motor Lodge have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Ashford Motor Lodge?
As of Mar 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ashford Motor Lodge on Mar 18, 2026 start from ₩150,483, 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 Ashford Motor Lodge pet-friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 20 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Ashford Motor Lodge?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Ashford Motor Lodge?
Check-out is at 10 AM.
Where is Ashford Motor Lodge located?
Located in Merivale, this family-friendly Christchurch motel is steps from Papanui Road and Bealey Avenue. Hagley Park North and Hagley Park are also within 5 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Ashford Motor Lodge Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Check in staff were friendly. Everything was good aside from half a pizza left in fridge. Shower drain is in need of a deep clean. Great location, central.
Location is great.
Amenities are old. Kitchen is tiny.
Good option for families if not cooking.
Really liked the separate sleeping areas. I sleep downstairs and kids sleep upstairs.
Location was super convenient to delicious eateries nearby, parking was super easy and staff was friendly :) Thank you!
Betty
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
Tracey
Oct 22, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The rooms were nice and clean, the staff were lovely. Only down side would be no air conditioning but they did have a fan available for use in the room.
Fantastic service from the Ashford Staff. Our flight was delayed and we needed to book extra nights for 2 rooms and the staff handled this so seamlessly despite it being a long weekend as well. Having kids and a baby added an extra layer of difficulty for us but the staff made our life so easy and supported us with whatever we needed- I could not be more grateful! The room was lovely and a perfect walking distance to everything we needed. Really happy with our stay here and highly recommend.
Well it has everything that we need. Beds are comfy, room is spacious and clean, kitchen is well equipped with the essential stuff to cook our own meals. The only downside is our room is just next to the main street and is a bit noisy.
We had a wonderful stay, it is extremely clean, large, comfy place to stay with our large dog. A home away from home with a great outdoor dog area. Handy to everything, will definitely stay again. highly recommend
We loved the cleanliness and the space to move around. A couple of things could have done with a bit of updating, otherwise very comfortable and ideal for a short stay.
Great property for families.
The suite was clean and comfortable with easy access to the shops and restaurants.
Highly recommend and will book again when visiting Christchurch.