Historic Art Gallery and Museum - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
Trott's Garden - 11 min drive - 9.5 km
Lake Hood - 11 min drive - 7.3 km
Getting around
Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 68 min drive
Restaurants
Burger King - 3 min drive
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Ashburton Club & Msa - 4 min drive
Tinwald Tavern - 3 min walk
Kfc - 3 min drive
About this property
Tinwald Motels
Adjacent to a golf course, Tinwald Motels is a great choice for a stay in Ashburton. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit Stables Restaurant, which serves international cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
14 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Tinwald Tavern]
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8 AM–10 AM
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Barbecue grills
Room service (limited hours)
Travelling with children
Children's menu
What to do
Access to nearby indoor pool
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Horse riding nearby
Rafting nearby
Downhill skiing nearby
Skydiving nearby
Ice skating nearby
Fishing nearby
Working away
Business centre
Conference centre
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1998
Picnic area
Adjacent to a golf course
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Handrails in stairwells
Height-adjustable showerheads
Lever door handles
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch LCD TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Free cot/infant bed
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
Stovetop
Toaster
Cookware, dishes and utensils
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Mobile key entry
Special features
Dining
Stables Restaurant – This restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 13 per person
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for NZD 20.0 per night
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Property Registration Number 53498345345hl
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Tinwald Motels offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Tinwald Motels does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Tinwald Motels?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Tinwald Motels?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Tinwald Motels?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Tinwald Motels and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation such as ice skating and downhill skiing, and return when the snow melts for fishing and hiking. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area and access to a nearby indoor pool.
What's the area around Tinwald Motels like?
Tinwald Motels is in Tinwald, a short 15-minute walk from Vintage Railway Museum.
Tinwald Motels Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
19 August 2024
Renata
Renata, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
28 July 2024
Verified traveller
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 May 2024
location was excellent,facilities great meal arrangments with the tavern next door I will be back
Ronnie
Ronnie, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
15 April 2024
Mark
Mark, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 April 2024
Lovely motel very clean will stay again thankyou
William
William, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 April 2024
Cliff
Cliff, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 March 2024
Amazing stay dinner at the pub restaurant was the best meal I’ve ever had
Michael
Michael, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 March 2024
Nice and spacious clean
Barry
Barry, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
22 February 2024
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 February 2024
Quiet in spite of being on SH1. Modern and spacious. No one present in office to check in but phone contact available. Very hot weather but aircon worked well to give good nights sleep.
Adjacent to liquor store and sports bar but there was no noise or hassle from clientele .
Recommended.
Alison
Alison, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 January 2024
DAVID
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
15 December 2023
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 November 2023
The property is spacious, and in good clean condition. It's of good value and perfect for a one night stay passing through town.
Winnie Cheuk Wing
Winnie Cheuk Wing, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
12 November 2023
Great restaurant with excellent staff, friendly cat guarding the motel.
Motel was a great basic motel with good appliances and bed. Clean and tidy.
Keith
Keith, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
3 November 2023
friendly staff..
Robert
Robert, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
23 October 2023
A M
A M, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 October 2023
Spacious tidy room great shower, would recommend
Kate
Kate, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
16 September 2023
Pauline
Pauline, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 August 2023
Allan
Allan, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 July 2023
very comfortable and spacious rooms, friendly helpful staff and convenient location
Jacqueline
Jacqueline, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 July 2023
Lovely clean rooms with great customer service
Simon
Simon, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 June 2023
Loved staying at this property, staff were wonderful, property was clean, tidy and very warm and comfortable. Loved the friendly onsite cat saying hello. Will definitely stay here again and would highly recommended to friends and family
Nicola
Nicola, 6-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
17 June 2023
Hannah
Hannah, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
28 May 2023
ryan
ryan, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 April 2023
Had everything we needed including the kitchenette meant we had breakfast sorted easily for our early morning. I'd stay here again.