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Athena Motel & Apartments

4.5 star property

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Studio with Balcony,Shower | Balcony
Free self-parking
Garden
Apartment, 3 Bedrooms (Corporate Townhouse) | Private kitchen
Interior entrance

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry room
  • Room service

Explore the area

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160 Riccarton Road, Christchurch, 8004
  • Place, Riccarton Road
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Westfield Riccarton Mall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Canterbury
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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 | 40-inch Smart TV with digital channels

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Single 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) | Pillow-top beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

  • City view
  • 75 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed 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) | Pillow-top beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Studio with Balcony,Shower

Studio with Balcony,Shower | Balcony

Studio with Balcony,Shower

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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..) | Pillow-top beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

One Bedroom Plus (2 Level Apartment 6) | Pillow-top beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

One Bedroom Plus (2 Level Apartment 6)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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

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

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms (Corporate Townhouse)

  • Garden view
  • 200 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

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

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

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Athena Motel & Apartments

Motel with free parking, steps from Westfield Riccarton Mall
Along with a business centre, this smoke-free motel has dry cleaning and laundry facilities. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include tour/ticket assistance and a garden. Housekeeping is available on request.
Athena Motel & Apartments offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations, with an iron/ironing board. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 40-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. This Christchurch motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Housekeeping is provided on request.
During your stay at Athena Motel & Apartments, you're just a quick walk from Riccarton Road. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a business centre.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 50+ Mbps)
  • Free self-parking
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • Steps from Westfield Riccarton Mall and 12 minutes on foot from Riccarton House
Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. 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.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

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

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping on request
  • 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.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 at the property

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.

  • 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 8:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive key retrieval information.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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

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

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Athena Motel & Apartments Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 180 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 180 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 180 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 180 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 180 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Timothy, Cambridge

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing THANK YOU FOR A AWESOME STAY
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So close to all amenities,shopping mall, restaurants, hospital,highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Probably the nicest motel experience I've had in Christchurch. Nice staff. Clean and tidy. Delightful water pressure in the shower. Walk to the mall. Walk to dine.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An excellent price for the area. Very friendly, polite staff. I arrived at 1.45am from an international flight and pre-organising the key collection was straight forward. It was great to arrive with easy instructions and to find the heater and lights were left on for my arrival. Thankyou
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ewan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This was basic accommodation and facilities done well at a good price. Heating was only just adequate for the chilly nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As advertised, good value for the price, will stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fleur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy, fresh rooms with everything you need. Cute layout
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Handy.location to Westfield Mall and surprisingly quiet despite the busy location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devyani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was at great location and the rooms were very clean
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juliana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were fabulous, great hosts. Although on a busy road room was quiet overnight. Super convenient for Riccarton Mall and dining on Riccarton Road
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly service. Perfect location for our event.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

GILBERT

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Another great stay. The team here are fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great start
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joon See

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larkins

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close proximity to shopping/ food mall. Close to airport
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very surprised as price was cheap but standard of motel was excellent and staff very helpful. Clean as well. Would recommend to others and would definitely use again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

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

8/10 Good

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff. The room was small but clean and comfortable, perfect for our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything
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

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly operator
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025