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A modern motel with a sign indicating it is the Airport Palms Motel.

A living room with a sofa, a chair, a dining table, and a lamp.

A street view of a motel with two-story buildings, a clear directional arrow on the road, and a sign indicating the entrance to the Airport Palms Motel.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a coffee maker. There is a dining area with a black table and chairs, and a vase with flowers on the table.

1. Airport Palms Motel

Burnside, 3.1 km from University of Canterbury

Michelle

₩137,067

₩157,630 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and artwork on the wall.

A modern room with a grey sofa, a small table with chairs, a vase with flowers, and two wall-mounted air conditioning units.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white countertop, and a backsplash with a mosaic tile design.

A patio with a wooden fence, a metal table, two metal chairs, and a window with a bed inside.

2. Golden Star Motel

Riccarton, 2.2 km from University of Canterbury

Sarah

₩108,972

₩125,318 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A modern cafe interior with wooden tables and chairs, a coffee bar, and shelves with decorative items.

A modern kitchen with grey cabinetry, a dishwasher, and a kettle on the counter.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, two armchairs, a small round table, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, and a large painting on the wall.

3. Golden Hotel

Riccarton, 1 km from University of Canterbury

Xun

₩94,246

₩108,383 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living room with a sofa and a coffee table.

A modern kitchen with a central island, dining table, and chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a lamp.

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

4. Airport Christchurch Motel

Burnside, 3.2 km from University of Canterbury

Simon

₩128,146

₩147,368 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A modern outdoor seating area with metal chairs and tables, a well-maintained lawn, and a building with large windows in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern building with a parking lot, multiple balconies, and a clear sky.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a TV.

5. Airport Delta Motel

Burnside, 3.2 km from University of Canterbury

Gabriel

₩128,146

₩147,368 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a TV, a mirror, and a kitchenette.

A modern motel with a sign reading "306 Motel Carpark."

A modern room with a black leather sofa, a small wooden table, and a bed with a blue mattress.

6. 306 Motel Apartments

0.9 km from University of Canterbury

Diana

₩133,182

₩153,159 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a glass coffee table, and a view of a balcony with a railing.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with a view of trees.

A modern living room with two beige sofas, a glass coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, kitchenette, and a sofa bed.

7. Lorenzo Motor Lodge

Riccarton, 2.3 km from University of Canterbury

Adam

₩112,654

₩129,552 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A hotel room with a large bed, a view of a patio with outdoor furniture, and a sliding glass door.

A living room with a red sofa, a glass coffee table, and a decorative plant.

A compact living space with a red sofa, a black coffee table, a dining table with chairs, a kitchen area with a microwave, a washing machine, and a small window.

A motel with a sign indicating no vacancies, free WiFi, and 100% Kiwi ownership.

8. 175 Metropolitan Executive Motel on Riccarton

Riccarton, 1.3 km from University of Canterbury

Matthew

₩100,278

₩115,320 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A bedroom with a large bed, a sliding glass door to a patio, a painting of a beach scene, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, and a dining area.

A large bed with a blue and white bedspread, two bedside tables with lamps, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A modern kitchen with a sink, a coffee maker, and a fruit bowl on the table. There is a mirror on the wall and a vase with flowers on a side table.

9. Fyffe On Riccarton

Riccarton, 1 km from University of Canterbury

Kathryn

₩100,791

₩115,910 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a window with curtains.

A modern living room with a blue sofa and a dining area with a table and chairs. A kitchen with white cabinets and a window is visible in the background.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a sofa, and a TV.

A modern building with a flat roof, two visible windows with metal bars, and a central vertical structure.

10. Riccarton Motor Lodge

Riccarton, 1 km from University of Canterbury

SengKee Joseph

₩91,659

₩105,410 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern hotel room with a glass shower enclosure, a white sink, and a large mirror.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a hallway leading to another room.

A modern kitchen with dark tiles, stainless steel appliances, and a black countertop.

A hotel exterior with a covered outdoor area, an exit sign, and a window with a view of the interior.

11. 315 motel Riccarton

0.9 km from University of Canterbury

Lynne

₩115,658

₩133,007 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A multi-story hotel with a red-tiled roof, a landscaped front yard, and a large tree providing shade.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern living room with a green sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

12. Roma on Riccarton Motel

Riccarton, 2.3 km from University of Canterbury

Steve

₩126,859

₩145,888 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, a wardrobe, and an air conditioning unit.

A compact living space with a kitchen, dining area, and seating.

A bar area with stools, a counter, and a refrigerator stocked with bottles.

A patio with a table and chairs, a sliding glass door, and a wooden pergola.

13. Airport Gateway Christchurch

Burnside, 3.2 km from University of Canterbury

Salmin

₩130,177

₩149,704 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A landscaped garden with a paved walkway, surrounded by buildings with multiple windows and a dining area with outdoor seating.

A resort with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a large building with a distinctive roof.

A large house with a covered patio, a lawn, and a garden.

A corridor with large windows, a tiled floor, and a view of a building outside.

14. Chateau on the Park - Christchurch, a DoubleTree by Hilton

Riccarton, 2.6 km from University of Canterbury

Mary

₩171,901

₩197,686 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A bedroom with a large bed, a balcony with a table and chairs, and a view of greenery.

A garden with red flowers and two white relief sculptures on a wall.

The entrance of Athena Motel with a reception desk, a sign indicating it's open, and two potted plants.

A motel with a sign reading "ATHENA MOTEL" and a "High Speed Broadband" sign.

15. Athena Motel & Apartments

Riccarton, 1.4 km from University of Canterbury

debbie

₩95,751

₩110,114 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, stainless steel kettle, and a dishwasher.

A conference room with a large table, several chairs, a dark wooden wardrobe, and a window with a view of trees.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a dining area with chairs and a table, a red sofa, a black coffee table with a plant, and a large dark wooden wardrobe.

A compact hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, a window, and an air conditioning unit.

16. Quality Suites Amore

Riccarton, 1.3 km from University of Canterbury

Elizabeth

₩117,807

₩135,479 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A view through a glass door into a courtyard with two wicker chairs, a large tree, and a building in the background.

A garden with a pond, water lilies, and orange flowers.

A room with a glass door leading to a garden, a table with chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

A reception area with a sign, a covered entrance, and a small outdoor seating area.

17. Ashleigh Court Motel-Christchurch Hagley Park

Riccarton, 2.1 km from University of Canterbury

Darrell

₩87,467

₩100,586 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a mirror, and a view of the outside.

A desk with a red chair, a visitor information board, and a closed sign on the window.

A pier extending over the water with people walking on the beach below.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table with chairs, a TV, and a sliding glass door to the outside.

18. Ascot Vale Motor Lodge

0.8 km from University of Canterbury

Maggie

₩89,589

₩103,032 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A white cloth hanging from a wooden structure in a garden with a clear blue sky.

A modern kitchen with a built-in fireplace, a dining area with a wooden chair, and a small table.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining table with chairs, and a sofa.

A hotel room with a bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding glass door.

19. Amalfi Motor Lodge

1.8 km from University of Canterbury

Herve

₩126,349

₩145,301 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A neatly made bed with a white comforter and blue patterned pillows. A glass of red wine and a cookie are placed on a gray textured mat.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A two-story building with a flat roof and a balcony on the upper floor.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a balcony with a view of a building and trees.

20. Tower Junction Motor Lodge

Riccarton, 2.2 km from University of Canterbury

Elizabeth

₩108,767

₩125,085 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

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Compare popular hotels close to University of Canterbury

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Airport Palms Motel	9.6 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Golden Star Motel	9.6 Exceptional 455 reviews	View
Golden Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 450 reviews	View
Airport Christchurch Motel	9.4 Exceptional 629 reviews	View
Airport Delta Motel	9.4 Exceptional 664 reviews	View

Top University of Canterbury Hotel Reviews

Fyffe On Riccarton

8/10 Good

"As advertised, kiwi owners always a bonus. Good value for money"

Alpine Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were great and very accomodating"

315 motel Riccarton

10/10 Excellent

"everything"

175 Metropolitan Executive Motel on Riccarton

8/10 Good

"Great location. Busy road. Sound carries. Staff were lovely"

298 Westside Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic hosts, great people, great to basically have my rental parked at the door."

Golden Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"This is the second time we stay at Golden Hotel. The sleep was so good!"

Ascot Vale Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"it's a very comfortable place, tidy, peaceful, and very convenient/close to shops. Staff are very friendly and helpful, highly recommended:)"

ASURE Christchurch Classic Motel & Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Very helpful receptionist. Great location."

306 Motel Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Lively and spacious and clean, coffee cart great"

Other attractions near University of Canterbury

Mona Vale

8.6/10 (192 reviews)

Stroll around idyllic riverside gardens filled with roses, irises and other plantings and take a break on the lush green lawns at this public park.

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Bush Inn Centre

During your visit to Christchurch, you can enjoy retail therapy at Bush Inn Centre. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.

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Otukaikino Living Memorial Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Otukaikino Living Memorial Reserve, a lovely green space in Christchurch. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre

Enjoy an outing to Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre during your stay in Christchurch. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Riccarton House

8.8/10 (78 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Christchurch with a stop at Riccarton House. Discover the charming cafes and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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Westfield Riccarton Mall

8.8/10 (342 reviews)

During your visit to Christchurch, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Westfield Riccarton Mall. Discover the charming cafes and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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Game Over

You can take time to visit Game Over during your travels to Christchurch. Amble around this family-friendly area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Riccarton Park

8.8/10 (5 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Riccarton Park, a lovely green space in Christchurch. Check out the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of Canterbury?

University of Canterbury is located in a welcoming area of Christchurch known for its picturesque gardens and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 47 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near University of Canterbury?

Golden Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and in-room kitchenettes. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (1 km) from University of Canterbury. Other good choices within a short distance include 175 Metropolitan Executive Motel on Riccarton and 298 Westside Motor Lodge.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to University of Canterbury?

Expedia has 47 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from University of Canterbury.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of Canterbury, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to University of Canterbury.

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What can I see and do near University of Canterbury?

Air Force Museum of New Zealand, Canterbury Museum, and Quake City feature captivating exhibits. Riccarton House, Nurses' Memorial Chapel, and Library Chambers are some of the local landmarks to explore. You can catch a show at Isaac Theatre Royal, The Court Theatre, and Christchurch Town Hall.

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Our top choices for University of Canterbury hotels

1. Airport Palms Motel

2. Golden Star Motel

3. Golden Hotel

4. Airport Christchurch Motel

5. Airport Delta Motel

6. 306 Motel Apartments

7. Lorenzo Motor Lodge

8. 175 Metropolitan Executive Motel on Riccarton

9. Fyffe On Riccarton

10. Riccarton Motor Lodge

11. 315 motel Riccarton

12. Roma on Riccarton Motel

13. Airport Gateway Christchurch

14. Chateau on the Park - Christchurch, a DoubleTree by Hilton

15. Athena Motel & Apartments

16. Quality Suites Amore

17. Ashleigh Court Motel-Christchurch Hagley Park

18. Ascot Vale Motor Lodge

19. Amalfi Motor Lodge

20. Tower Junction Motor Lodge

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Top University of Canterbury Hotel Reviews

Fyffe On Riccarton

Alpine Hotel

315 motel Riccarton

175 Metropolitan Executive Motel on Riccarton

298 Westside Motor Lodge

Golden Hotel

Ascot Vale Motor Lodge

ASURE Christchurch Classic Motel & Apartments

306 Motel Apartments

Other attractions near University of Canterbury

Mona Vale

Bush Inn Centre

Otukaikino Living Memorial Reserve

Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre

Riccarton House

Westfield Riccarton Mall

Game Over

Riccarton Park

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