Athena Motel & Apartments

4.5 star property
Luxury Christchurch motel in Riccarton with free parking

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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Cosy OneBedrm DoubleSpa) | Private kitchenette
Balcony
Property entrance
Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Emirates Special  5) | Pillowtop beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Living area
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
160 Riccarton Road, Christchurch, 8004
  • Popular LocationWestfield Riccarton Mall2 min walk
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Canterbury13 min walk
  • Popular LocationHagley Park3 min drive
  • AirportChristchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)14 min drive

Room options

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Queen Bed)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (1 Night in Christchurch..)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

One Bedroom Plus (2 Level Apartment 6)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
TV
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (James Bond Double Spa 007)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Private spa tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 King Bed

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms (Corporate Townhouse)

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
TV
  • 200 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Red Dot Deal 9)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
2 bedrooms
  • 75 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Executive Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Executive Studio Spec 8)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Emirates Special 5)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Private spa tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
  • 75 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Christchurch

Athena Motel & Apartments is located in Riccarton, a neighborhood in Christchurch. Lyttelton Harbour and Hagley Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre and Margaret Mahy Playground. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Addington Raceway or Christchurch Arena.

What's nearby

  • Westfield Riccarton Mall - 2 min walk
  • University of Canterbury - 13 min walk
  • Mona Vale - 19 min walk
  • Hagley Park - 3 min drive
  • Christchurch Public Hospital - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 3 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • Westfield Riccarton - 3 min walk
  • McDonald's - 2 min walk
  • Starbucks - 7 min walk
  • Drexels Breakfast Restaurants - 7 min walk
  • Park Ranger - 5 min walk

About this property

Athena Motel & Apartments

Motel located in Riccarton
Consider a stay at Athena Motel & Apartments and take advantage of a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a business center. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Athena Motel & Apartments have perks such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like sound-insulated walls and WiFi.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi, Wired Internet (NZD 5.00 per night)

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee daily: NZD 15-20 for adults and NZD 16-18 for children
  • Room service available

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning service
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Pillow-top mattress

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Digital channels

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 40.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: NZD 200.00

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 15–20 for adults, and NZD 16–18 for children
  • Fee for wired internet in public areas: NZD 5.00 per night (rates may vary)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 40.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Alcohol is not served at this property

National rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Athena Motel & Apartments pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Athena Motel & Apartments?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Athena Motel & Apartments?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Athena Motel & Apartments?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Athena Motel & Apartments located?

Located in Riccarton, this motel is steps from Riccarton Road and Westfield Riccarton Mall. Riccarton House and University of Canterbury are also within 15 minutes. Christchurch Railway Station is 24 minutes by foot.

Athena Motel & Apartments Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 140 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 140 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 140 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 140 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 140 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Richard

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020

6/10 Okay

Chris

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Darren, Kuwait

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great room and value
Great welcome and excellent room for the money, I will use again for sure
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and cleanliness plus the owners were so helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, friendly owners, nice room. Shower was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great proximity to Riccarton Mall, very comfortable and great facilities. Very friendly hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An old favourite.. love the location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

whaea, auckland, nz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great location(central to everything) Warm,friendly welcome. Room perfect(private). Downstairs with small courtyard excellent for us.Would book here again. Generally a great experience. Thank-you
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lynn, Bombay nz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good room serviced every day clean towels handy to riccarton mall and eating places would come here again
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It would have been really good if the fire alarm did not go off twice in a row and we had to evacuate twice, which was unfortunate and out of the control of the owners - but it did not make for a very good nights sleep!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018