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Academy Lodge Motel

2.0 star property
Motel in Ashburton with free parking

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Reception
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible | Terrace/patio
Comfort Studio, 1 Queen Bed | Private kitchen
Comfort Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$129
includes taxes & fees
28 Mar - 29 Mar

Explore the area

Map
782 East St, Ashburton, Canterbury, 7700
  • Ashburton Domain
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Trott's Garden
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Lake Hood
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed | Private kitchen

Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Apartment | Living area

Deluxe Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

About the area

Ashburton

At Academy Lodge Motel you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Ashburton Domain and Historic Art Gallery and Museum. Highlights at this motel include free self-parking, and in-room kitchens and free WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel has free WiFi in public areas and a garden. Added amenities include laundry facilities. .With a stay at this Netherby motel, you'll be 4.4 km (2.7 mi) from Ashburton Aviation Museum and 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from Trott's Garden.
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What's nearby

  • Ashburton Domain - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Historic Art Gallery and Museum - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Ashburton Aviation Museum - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Trott's Garden - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Lake Hood - 17 min drive - 11.6 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ashburton Club & Msa - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Tinwald Tavern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kfc - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Academy Lodge Motel

Motel in Ashburton with free parking
As a guest of Academy Lodge Motel, you'll find a garden and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Ashburton motel.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Academy Lodge Motel offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and portable fans. Beds feature premium bedding. Kitchens offer stovetops, microwaves, separate dining areas and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). 43-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of towels can be requested.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Separate dining area
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: NZD 20 per pet, per day (maximum NZD 50 per stay)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: NZD 20 per pet, per day (maximum NZD50 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Academy Lodge Motel Motel
Academy Lodge Motel Ashburton
Academy Lodge Motel Motel Ashburton

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Academy Lodge Motel?

Yep, Academy Lodge Motel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Academy Lodge Motel?

As of 26 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Academy Lodge Motel on 28 Mar 2025 start from NZ$129.00, including 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 there a free airport shuttle available at Academy Lodge Motel?

No, Academy Lodge Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Academy Lodge Motel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Academy Lodge Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean, friendly service, Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good locality, friendly staff, plenty of room
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ove

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet. Manager/owner took me to my room and explained everything. Checked with me in the morning if I had been satisfied with my nights stay. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great find in Ashburton
This little motel has a delightful manager who is very accommodating and helpful. The room is extremely spacious and very well equipped & convenient to town.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great accommodation, thank you :)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Handy to shopping area .I think the towets were mearnt to be white but were gray and as were face flannels and the bed cover was quite worn .Otherwise the room smelt fab.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025