there's a garden with a bbq area. upgraded rooms feature kitchenettes and pull-out sofas. an airport shuttle and parking are available. the laid-back rooms offer wi-fi, satellite tv, minifridges, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. a separate townhouse has a kitchen, a washer/dryer and a private courtyard. set in a residential area, this unassuming motel is 5 km from christchurch international airport, a 15-minute walk from christchurch united football club and 4 km from the international antarctic centre. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am Christchurch International Airport 6 min
Punting On The Avon (17 min) Sightseeing rides in a small, flat-bottomed boat poled by a guide dressed in Edwardian clothing. Hagley Park North (13 min) Sprawling urban park with botanical gardens, a small lake, tennis & other sports courts & a museum. International Antarctic Centre (6 min) Simulated Antarctic environments, penguins, huskies & rides in amphibious Hägglund vehicles. Mona Vale Garden Park (13 min) Early 1900s homestead with several formal gardens, riverside walks & a restaurant. Canterbury Museum (17 min) Displays on Christchurch and Canterbury, including Maori and Antarctic discovery collections. Orana Wildlife Park (12 min) Open-range zoo with species such as giraffes, gorillas, lions, white rhinos & the native kiwi bird. The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora (18 min) Complex of 23 heritage buildings with shops, restaurants, art spaces & cultural events. Christchurch Transitional Cathedral (19 min) Interim cathedral, constructed from cardboard to replace a church damaged in a 2011 earthquake. Christchurch Casino (18 min) Casino with a typical range of slot machines & table games, plus restaurants, bars & live shows. Air Force Museum of New Zealand (7 min) Exhibits on the country's military aviation history along with aircraft, tours & a flight simulator. Port Hills (24 min) Hiking, bicycling & bird watching are popular activities in these picturesque, low-lying hills. Christchurch Botanic Gardens (14 min) These gardens in Hagley Park feature native & exotic plants outdoors & in several conservatories. Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū (17 min) Art museum showcasing contemporary works & offering films, lectures, tours & family events. Willowbank Wildlife Reserve (11 min) Native New Zealand wildlife such as kiwis, along with a restaurant & Maori cultural performances. Christchurch Gondola (26 min) Iconic mountain cablecar offering panoramic views & a cafe & gift shop at the summit. |