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The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge

3.0 star property
Motel with 2 bars/lounges, near Air Force Museum of New Zealand

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Near the University of Canterbury, The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge offers a charming retreat. With a garden, coffee shop, and 2 bars to unwind in style. Guests appreciate the on-site Hoofbeats Restaurant serving breakfast to dinner with outdoor seating options.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Front desk safe
  • ATM/banking services
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
The current price is NZ$138
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(48 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Map
118 Racecourse Road, Riccarton, Christchurch, 8042

What's nearby

  • Riccarton Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Otukaikino Living Memorial Reserve - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Air Force Museum of New Zealand - 9 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Riccarton Road - 10 min drive - 3.3 km
  • University of Canterbury - 11 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 8 min drive
  • Christchurch Railway Station - 12 min drive
  • Rolleston Station - 19 min drive
  • Rangiora Station - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cameron Japanese Family Restaurant - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪186 Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Bay Mobile Café - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Beers by Bacon Brothers - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge

  • At The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Air Force Museum of New Zealand and University of Canterbury. For a bite to eat, guests can visit Hoofbeats Restaurant, which serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. There are 2 bars/lounges, a terrace and in-room conveniences such as fridges and microwaves. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 46 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 7 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternative location: [Sports Bar]
    • 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 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
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Children

    • One child (2 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Children's menu

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Hoofbeats Restaurant – This restaurant specialises in local cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
Carbine Lounge Bar – This wine bar specialises in local cuisine and serves brunch, lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Sports Bar – This sports bar specialises in local cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Also known as

Racecourse Motorlodge
Racecourse Motorlodge Christchurch
The Racecourse & Motorlodge
The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge Motel
The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge Christchurch
The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge Motel Christchurch

Frequently asked questions

Does The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge 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 The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

Is there an on-site casino at The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Christchurch Casino (11-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge and nearby?

The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge has 2 bars and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge?

Yes, Hoofbeats Restaurant offers al fresco dining and local cuisine.

What's the area around The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge like?

The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge is in Sockburn, a short 5-minute walk from Riccarton Park.

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Reviews

The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

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Reviews

Verified

8/10 Very good

Clean room, staff friendly, restaurant good
Phyllis, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Friendly staff, great room plus also lots of amenities there aswell.
Darrell, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Stay here everytime we are in Christchurch as great value, very rare to find a room with 2 beds and a private bathroom for $100 - absolute bargain for the location and awesome parking
Stuart, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

10 mins walk from a bus stop. Restaurant had a great prices and good menu. A bit outdated unit but clean, comfortable beds and good shower water pressure.
Jana, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room great. Lovely meal and fabulous staff service as always!!
John, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

This motel is located on the outskirts of town which worked well for our plans--we arrived at the airport in the afternoon and left the next morning. The motel is one level with sliding glass door entrance. The room was large with 2 beds with decent linens and heated mattress pads. the shower was decent. The price was very reasonable and parking was provided right in front of the room.
Mary, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Comfortable accommodation great raffles in bar Friday evening good restaurant also
Doreen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

As mentioned so convenient to stay, great staff and nearby restaurant.
William, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, great food, lovely clean rooms
Carmen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great Motel and a lovely restaurant attached. Definitely stay again!
Wendy, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great as has accommodation, drinks and food.
Lyn, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Conveniently situated, and very pleasant accommodations.
Wendy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Awesome room loved the bath free parking great food at restaurant with very friendly staff
Gilda, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Basic but comfortable accomodation for a weekend in Christchurch. Rooms were older style but clean, tidy, warm and comfortable and we had a busy weekend so for a place to sleep and shower these were good.
Kelly, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay. Wonderful friendly staff. Great bar and restaurant.
Maree, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Love the friendly staff.
Peter, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good easy parking and rooms quite and clean
Jody, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Fair with that price, it’s restaurant is great though
Harrison, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff and convenience
Jody, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really enjoyed my stay Restaurant was yum and good prices Felt safe Very clean room Welcoming staff
ekaterina, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Plenty of parking, had the restaurant and bar on hand if you wanted it
Mark, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice warm motel, staff are v.gd
denise, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic venue with great dining options. Beautiful location with a great area for walks across the road. Spacious rooms, quiet, clean and tidy. Friendly helpful staff.
Simon, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved the convince if this place. Comfortable room and great food
Carolyn, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Pretty good location and popular
Troy, 3-night trip