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The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge

3.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Air Force Museum of New Zealand

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
2 bars/lounges, wine bar, sports bar
Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is P4,607
P5,298 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 4 - Mar 5

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
118 Racecourse Road, Riccarton, Christchurch, 8042

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪186 - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Cameron Japanese Family Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Golden Boat Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Russley Fish Supply - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge

Motel near University of Canterbury
Located close to Air Force Museum of New Zealand 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 like:
  • Free self parking
  • Luggage storage, smoke-free premises, and a front-desk safe
  • ATM/banking services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge include amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, 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 transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Carbine Lounge Bar
  • Hoofbeats Restaurant
  • Sports Bar

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

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 elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

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 available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 staffed during limited hours
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 any questions, 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

Front desk (limited hours)

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 cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

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 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 elevators

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating 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 Feb 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge on Mar 4, 2025 start from P 4,606.8, excluding 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?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge located?

Located in Sockburn, this motel is 1.3 mi (2 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).

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The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 153 out of 358 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 156 out of 358 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 358 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 358 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 358 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Great for the traveler, with restaurant and bar on premises. Easy parking. Full sky tv with recording options which is very rare in a motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

robert

Nice and affordable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Great Motel and a lovely restaurant attached. Definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

As mentioned so convenient to stay, great staff and nearby restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Nice and quiet place to stay. Cost very reasonable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Always enjoy stay there
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Akshay

Good value for money Recommend it
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

John

Good option in this price range
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Excellent
Great room, great bed and a bath. Pub and restaurant on site, close to airport. Excellent value.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Good easy parking and rooms quite and clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andres

Clean, efficient and quiet . Comfy beds
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

M E

Great Deal
Great value booking through Hotels.com
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Great staff, great food, lovely clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

We love staying here, very friendly staff and great for a few drinks and a meal. We always arrange to meet friends while we stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Recommended
Great value through Hotels.com Close to airport
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Wendy

Conveniently situated, and very pleasant accommodations.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Always enjoy stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Fiona

Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

ILENE

Overall impression: Comfortable stay and EXCELLENT customer service. Can recommend to all my friends and family members. Good job👍
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maree

Great place to stay. Wonderful friendly staff. Great bar and restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gilda

Awesome room loved the bath free parking great food at restaurant with very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jane

Popular stay with truck drivers. Good meal options & great morning coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bowen

very convinient.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

starmetal

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Its a very small bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Mele

Clean and tidy. There's restraunt available on side. Across from the Racecourse park where Racecourse flea market take place. Close to a dairy and not too far feom the airport.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024