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The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge
3.0 star property

Comfortable motel near Air Force Museum of New Zealand

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The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Standard Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine, al fresco dining
Lobby

Overview of The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge

Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
The price is £76
Price available on 7/5/2024

Explore the area

Map
118 Racecourse Road, Riccarton, Christchurch, 8042
  • Popular LocationAir Force Museum of New Zealand3 min drive
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Canterbury4 min drive
  • AirportChristchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)7 min drive
  • Popular LocationInternational Antarctic Centre7 min drive
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Room options

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Standard Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Christchurch

The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge is located in Sockburn, a neighbourhood in Christchurch. Air Force Museum of New Zealand and Canterbury Museum are cultural highlights, while Riccarton House is a notable landmark. University of Canterbury and International Antarctic Centre are two other places to visit that come recommended.
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What's nearby

  • Air Force Museum of New Zealand - 3 min drive
  • University of Canterbury - 4 min drive
  • International Antarctic Centre - 7 min drive
  • Hagley Park - 8 min drive
  • Canterbury Museum - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 12 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • Golden Boat Restaurant - 14 min walk
  • Burger King - 3 min drive
  • Cameron Japanese Family Restaurant - 3 min drive
  • Burger King - 3 min drive
  • Beers - 3 min drive

About this property

The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge

Motel near Air Force Museum of New Zealand
Located close to University of Canterbury and Riccarton House, The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, Hoofbeats Restaurant, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and al fresco dining. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and 2 bars.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage and a front desk safe
  • Smoke-free property and ATM/banking services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge include amenities, such as free WiFi. Guests reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and free infant beds

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available for a fee: NZD 17.50 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Carbine Lounge Bar
  • Hoofbeats Restaurant
  • Sports Bar

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

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 (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

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 staff will greet guests on arrival
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate 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 more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests arriving outside of regular check-in hours can refer to the late-arrivals information on the reception office door for check-in assistance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately NZD 17.50 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is 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

Is The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge?

As of 2 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge on 7 May 2024 start from £75.69, 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.

How much is parking at The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge located?

Located in Sockburn, this motel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Air Force Museum of New Zealand and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from University of Canterbury. Riccarton House and International Antarctic Centre are also within 6 mi (10 km).

The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 284 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 129 out of 284 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 284 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 284 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 284 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fan stopped working while having a shower
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good accommodation..we did a late check in and our room was lovely and warm when we arrived.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

denise

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice warm motel, staff are v.gd
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super easy in and out.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

jamie

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stained carpet, dirty sheets, late night parties
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Raewyn

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Room was comfortable, however the cleaning staff need to do a better job. Cups in cupboard were dirty, one with "crusty" stuff all on inside, shower/bath screen and walls had not been cleaned and windows on sliding door covered in greasy fingerprints.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

derek

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Kristina

Travelled with partner
Great value, perfect for a one night transit.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Spacious Rooms & Nice Bathroom
Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Star Rating
3.0