Northwood Motor Lodge

Northwood Motor Lodge is a 4-star motel on the edge of Christchurch, about 5 mi from the airport. The property has modern, air-conditioned units with free Wi-Fi, free parking and a free airport shuttle. Reception handles private check-in and check-out, and breakfast is served on site. The centre of Christchurch is a 20-minute drive away.

Location
The motel stands in Johns Road on the northern edge of Christchurch, within large grounds and a garden. The centre, with its historic district, museum and botanic gardens, lies about 5.5 mi to the south. Christchurch International Airport is the closest link at roughly 4.7 mi, which suits guests arriving late or leaving early.

Most of the city's sights sit within a few miles of each other. Canterbury Museum and the Christchurch Botanic Gardens are both about 5.5 mi away, while the Christchurch Art Gallery and the Town Hall are roughly 5.3 mi from the property. Hagley Oval lies around 5.7 mi off, and the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament about 6.2 mi.

Rooms
All units are air-conditioned and come with a private bathroom, a kitchenette with microwave, stovetop and refrigerator, satellite TV and heating. Ground-floor access, electric blankets and outdoor seating feature throughout. Studios suit couples, while apartments and the townhouse take larger groups.

Facilities
Breakfast can be taken in the room, and a barbecue area, picnic tables and a playground sit in the garden. Laundry, baggage storage and a tour desk are available, along with fax and photocopying for a charge. Check-in is from 14:00 and check-out from 08:00. The property is smoke-free, with wheelchair-accessible units and parking, plus an electric vehicle charging station.