Racecourse Hotel And Motor Lodge, Christchurch ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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118 Racecourse Road, Christchurch, New Zealand, 8042

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8.6

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3.4

“The hotel's location is perfect, making it easy to access the airport and nearby attractions.”view full review

Racecourse Hotel And Motor Lodge offers 46 studio units and a 3-bedroom unit in Sockburn, Christchurch, rated 8.0/10 on Booking.com. This 3-star motel features free WiFi, a smoke-free environment, and on-site bars. Guests can enjoy local dining at Hoofbeats Bar & Bistro, which specializes in family-friendly cuisine.

Rooms & Amenities

Racecourse Hotel And Motor Lodge provides fully serviced accommodations with all rooms equipped with refrigerators, microwaves, and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. The newly refurbished 3-bedroom unit has additional amenities and a spacious courtyard suitable for larger groups or families.

Dining Options

Dining includes Hoofbeats Bar & Bistro, serving breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner with a focus on local cuisine. Guests can also enjoy al fresco dining and children's meal options at the restaurant, which serves as a meeting point for local racehorse owners and trainers.

Leisure & Family-Friendliness

Racecourse Hotel And Motor Lodge features recreational amenities such as a garden and terrace for relaxation. The motel is also family-friendly, providing a playground for children and services that cater to various events and functions.

Services & Accessibility

This Christchurch hotel offers practical services like free self-parking and laundry facilities, as well as a safe deposit box at the front desk. Regular check-in is available from 7 AM to 7 PM, with late arrivals accommodated at the on-site sports bar.

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Racecourse Hotel And Motor Lodge offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Queen Studio

2 persons

325 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Facilities

Racecourse Hotel And Motor Lodge offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Easy Parking Access

“The parking option right outside my room made unloading luggage a breeze, ensuring a smooth start to my stay.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast

“The cooked breakfast was excellent-hot, fresh, and plentiful; definitely a highlight that fueled my day.” view full review

Clean and Comfy

“The room was immaculate and incredibly comfortable, ensuring a restful night away from any noise.” view full review

Excellent Entertainment

“The TV and reliable internet access in the room provided great entertainment options during my downtime.” view full review

Facilities: Great

8.2/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
ATM/Cash machine
Coffee shop

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Dryer

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Live entertainment
Garden area

Room features

Heating
Terrace
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Dryer

Bedroom

Electric blankets

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Racecourse Hotel And Motor Lodge Location

118 Racecourse Road, Christchurch, New Zealand, 8042

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118 Racecourse Road, Christchurch, New Zealand, 8042

City landmarks

Museum

Air Force Museum of New Zealand

1.8 mi

Museum

International Antarctic Centre

3.1 mi

Museum

Canterbury Museum

3.8 mi

Landmark

Wigram Business Park

4600 ft

Landmark

Riccarton Park Racecourse

2800 ft

Church

Our Lady of Victories Parish

2300 ft

Church

Westside Church

3000 ft

Landmark

Otukaikino Living Memorial Reserve

3400 ft

Landmark

Airplane

3800 ft

Landmark

St Peter's Church

5100 ft

Landmark

Stripers

4100 ft

Mall

Enterprise Business Park

4600 ft

Landmark

Ryman Healthcare Limited

1.4 mi

Church

St Peter's Anglican Church

4700 ft

Golf Course

Riccarton Park Golf Complex

4800 ft

Landmark

No.1 Fitness Warehouse

4900 ft

Church

Upper Riccarton Methodist Church

5200 ft

Landmark

Blue Collar

5200 ft

Church

Avonhead Baptist Church

1.0 mi

Landmark

Hansarang Church

1.0 mi

Landmark

Life Church

1.0 mi

Landmark

St Stephens Methodist Church Centre

1.1 mi

Amusement Park

Annandale Park

1.1 mi

School

Middleton Grange School

1.3 mi

Mall

Church Corner Mall

1.1 mi

Landmark

An Installation

1.2 mi

Landmark

Riccarton Racecourse

1.2 mi

Landmark

St Aidan's Anglican Church

1.2 mi

Church

St Aidans Church

1.2 mi

Landmark

Redemption Church

1.3 mi

Nearby

Wigram Business Park

1400 ft

Saint Thomas of Canterbury College

1500 ft

Riccarton Park Racecourse

1200 ft

Mall

Enterprise Business Park

1300 ft

Restaurants

Southern Spices

3700 ft

148 Main South Road

Golden Boat Restaurant

3900 ft

138 Main South Road

The Whinging Pom Cafe

4400 ft

125 Main South Road Shop 3

Kapitan Gourmet Asia

3500 ft

161c Yaldhurst Road

The Little Thai Kitchen

3500 ft

161 Yaldhurst Road Sockburn

No. 186 Cafe

2.9 mi

186 Yaldhurst Road Avonhead

Red Cafe Riccarton

1.1 mi

71 Main South Road

Getting around

City Centre

Christchurch11 min · 4.3 mi

Airports

Christchurch Airport (CHC)11 min · 4.4 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-22:00

Check-out

from 07:00-10:00

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Breakfast

A full breakfast is served at the price of NZD 18.50 per person per day.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Racecourse Hotel And Motor Lodge from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 756 verified reviews

8.0/10

Great

85%

Recommend

Breakfast

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.3/10

Comfort

8.3/10

Facilities

8.2/10

Free Wi-Fi

8.5/10

Location

8.8/10

Paid Wi-Fi

7.7/10

Staff

8.8/10

Value for money

8.7/10

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Racecourse Hotel And Motor Lodge, Christchurch

About the Hotel

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Dining Options

Leisure & Family-Friendliness

Services & Accessibility

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Facilities

General

Guest Parking

Services

Dining

Business

Children

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

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Racecourse Hotel And Motor Lodge Location

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