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Athena Motel & Apartments

4.5 star property
Motel with free parking, steps from Westfield Riccarton Mall

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Private kitchenette
Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Red Dot Deal 9) | Living room
Front of property
Balcony
Living room

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$150
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr

Explore the area

Map
160 Riccarton Road, Christchurch, 8004
  • Westfield Riccarton Mall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • University of Canterbury
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Hagley Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Queen Bed)

Pillow-top beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi

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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (1 Night in Christchurch..)

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

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

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for One Bedroom Plus (2 Level Apartment 6)

One Bedroom Plus (2 Level Apartment 6)

One Bedroom Plus (2 Level Apartment 6)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
TV
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Studio with Balcony,Shower

Studio with Balcony,Shower | Balcony

Studio with Balcony,Shower

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Apartment, 3 Bedrooms (Corporate Townhouse)

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms (Corporate Townhouse) | In-room dining

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms (Corporate Townhouse)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Red Dot Deal 9)

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

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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Pillow-top bed
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Executive Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Executive Studio Spec 8)

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

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

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Emirates Special 5)

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

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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
2 bedrooms
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
  • 75 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Christchurch

At Athena Motel & Apartments you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Westfield Riccarton Mall and within 15 minutes of Riccarton House. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a garden. Other amenities include wired Internet in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning continental breakfast is available. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 4.5-property class Riccarton motel include University of Canterbury and Hagley Park.
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What's nearby

  • Westfield Riccarton Mall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • University of Canterbury - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Hagley Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Christchurch Public Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Christchurch Botanic Gardens - 7 min drive - 4.6 km

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
  • ‪Drexels Breakfast Restaurants - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Muffin Break - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ngon Ngon Bánh Mì Café - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Athena Motel & Apartments

Motel with free parking, steps from Westfield Riccarton Mall
Public spaces have free WiFi. You'll find a business centre on site. Athena Motel & Apartments also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This 4.5-star Christchurch motel is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Athena Motel & Apartments offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations, with an iron/ironing board. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Televisions come with digital channels.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi; wired internet (NZD 5 per night)

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available for a fee: NZD 15 to 20 for adults and NZD 16 to 18 for children

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Digital channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 60.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: NZD 200.00 per day

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 15 to 20 for adults and NZD 16 to 18 for children
  • Fee for wired Internet in public areas: NZD 5.00 per night (rates may vary)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 60.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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 and American Express. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Athena Motel & Apartments.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Athena Motel & Apartments?

Athena Motel & Apartments offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Athena Motel & Apartments?

As of 26 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Athena Motel & Apartments on 31 Mar 2025 start from NZ$150.01, 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 parking available at Athena Motel & Apartments?

Yep, Athena Motel & Apartments has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Athena Motel & Apartments?

The closest beach to Athena Motel & Apartments is New Brighton Beach (12.7 km).

Does Athena Motel & Apartments serve breakfast?

Yep, continental breakfast is on offer daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Athena Motel & Apartments?

No, Athena Motel & Apartments does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Athena Motel & Apartments?

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

Are pets allowed at Athena Motel & Apartments?

No, pets are not allowed.

Athena Motel & Apartments Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 150 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 150 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 150 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 150 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 150 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bev

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only drawback was lugging our bags upstairs but we knew that we had to do that before we checked in and the staff did offer a hand
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Jenny

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The shower head was really good giving a great hot shower! The double doors leading into the bathroom stuck a bit and not good for bathroom visits in the night! Overall good value for the price paid!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy to book online Quiet although close to main road and shops Very private space including a little outside space
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean and tidy
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super handy spot, just down the road from the Mall, parking was a bit tight but off street, we had the first room facing the street, (even though it was away from the street front a bit) so still a little bit of street noise, I think the other rooms would have been very quiet, as it backs onto a reserve, clean, tidy and very good size for the price (2 bed 2 storied apartment). It Worked well, and would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020

6/10 Okay

Chris

Business traveller
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 traveller

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 traveller

Travelled 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 traveller

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet but parking difficult for large cars. Orherwise a lovely complex with very obliging owners.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel, rooms are fantastic Very comfortable and well equip with everything you could need spa is great way to relax the hotel owners/managers are very friendly and helpful and go above and beyond to make your stay as pleasurable and stress free a possible. I will now be staying here when I travel to chch
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Chong, Singapore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good Location
Owner very helpful, flexible and friendly. Location is near airport, shopping mall and bus transport. Lots of food options nearby
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Xav

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

2/10 Terrible

Rebecca, NZ

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cold, strange layout, heat pumps and heaters don’t work, bathroom heater doesn’t work. Staff rude and unhelpful. I had got a spray tan while in town and had brought my own sheets and pillows to avoid ruining theirs and my pillow was taken, then they lied about having it and then phoned me up after both myself and my partner having asked for my belongings back, they told me I had in fact not brought my pillow and it was already at my house. Then they called to tell me they miraculously found it in my room when they stripped the bed on the bed even though I had left the bed already stripped from the process of looking for my stuff. Following this, I asked to be sent my things and they refused as I had “forgotten” it and it was not their responsibility. Absolutely terrible.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

viktoria, new zealabf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good walking distance too the mall
I enjoyed being at the motel much appreciation ..very cheap .. good friendly staff...
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very Comfortable Stay
We stayed 1 night and were upgrade to room with Spa bath, which was very nice, room well equipped, we were upstairs and our room over looked the grounds behind, it was very quiet, and comfortable. Bed very comfortable as well. We will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great 2 bedrom apartment close to everything
Great location, opposite Westfield Shopping Centre, plenty of restaurants and cafes close by. Very convenient to CBD, airport, tourist attactions etc
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
a very well run family motel even though on a main road the units are set back and are very quiet. Nice to be over the road from the mall
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
close to mall & bus stops, good parking
4 night stay, very friendly & helpful staff, quiet room, more than adequate
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2017