About this property
Airport Gateway Motor Lodge is the closest motel to Christchurch International Airport, providing self-contained accommodation. It features a 24-hour reception and a complimentary airport shuttle, perfect for guests arriving on late flights and departing on early flights. The spacious Economy rooms include a kitchen and outdoor seating areas. The Business studios are located in the property's business wing and feature heat pumps, showers and large TV's. Free unlimited WiFi and Chrome cast video streaming on all TV's is available. The restaurant and bar provide breakfast, dinner and 24-hour room service. Airport Gateway Motor Lodge also includes conference and meeting rooms for up to 50 people. Also available is free parking while you stay at the property, as well as long term car storage available for while you're away, for an additional charge. Airport Gateway is the closest self-contained accommodation to Christchurch International Airport. Six reasons to stay at the Airport Gateway; • There are two levels of accommodation available, the original Spacious Economy apartments with full kitchens, and modern new business studios. All our units feature heat pump heating and cooling, along with free unlimited WiFi & 65” smart TV’s with Chromecast streaming. • 24 hour complimentary airport shuttle, perfect for guests arriving on late flights and departing on early flights. • The food from the restaurant and bar is sensational, All day menu, open from 6am to 10pm, along with 24-hour room service. • Long term Car storage available while your away, for an additional charge. • Conference, Function & meeting rooms for up to 50 people • A 24-hour manned reception. Christchurch Airport is 4 minutes away, Christchurch city centre is 15-minutes away. Hornby is 15 minutes away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle (free)
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
Availability
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Room type | Number of guests | |
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1 large double bed | ||
1 single bed and 1 extra-large double bed | ||
Bedroom 1 1 large double bed Bedroom 2 2 single beds | ||
Bedroom 1 1 extra-large double bed Bedroom 2 1 extra-large double bed Bedroom 3 2 single beds Living room 1 sofa bed | ||
Bedroom 1 1 extra-large double bed Bedroom 2 2 single beds | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed or 1 single bed and 1 extra-large double bed |
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Natalie
United Kingdom
“Excellent space for sorting out last minute repacking of suitcases. Although furnishings and fittings were rather dated everything was tidy, spacious, comfortable and convenient.” - Margaret
New Zealand
“Very handy to airport and all Christchurch facilities” - Trish
Australia
“Nice clean airy rooms. Great underfloor heating Great restaurant Good to have airport transfers” - Linda
New Zealand
“the pick up from the airport the size of the room milk in the fridge” - Lesley
New Zealand
“We always stay at Airport Gateway when we have to fly in or out of Christchurch Airport as it is so convenient, well-priced with lovely comfortable rooms. The free transfers are great, on-site cafe/restaurant too.” - Geoff
New Zealand
“Very spacious unit with separate kitchen, bathroom, living room and bedroom. Super-king bed was very comfortable. Great shuttle service” - Susie
New Zealand
“Great location for late flight, courtesy van that came very quickly - and our rooms were beautifully warm on a cold ChCh night. Fantastic service” - Samantha
Australia
“Very clean and comfortable and no problem to get left to airport and order food to room , huge meals” - Ally
New Zealand
“Upon arrival, I was warmly welcomed by a woman on reception who asked a gentleman to carry my bag to my room, he opened the door, closed the blind in the kitchen area, and thoughtfully offered to switch on the heat pump and television. After a...” - Dayle
New Zealand
“Very spacious warm inviting accomodation. Bed was large and super comfortable. I always stay here when I need overnight accomodation for travel in Christchurch. One of the clinchers for me is the shuttle - any time of day or night its only 10...”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Flight Lounge
- CuisineLocal
- Open forBreakfast • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.




The fine print
Please note the following hours of operating for Flight Lounge Restaurant and Bar.
Breakfast - 07:00-10:00
Dinner - 17:00-21:00
Room Service - 21:00-02:00
Express breakfast can be delivered to your room the night before
Please note that there is a 2.5% charge when you pay with a Visa or Mastercard credit card and a 3% charge when you pay with an American Express or Diners Club credit card.
The Airport Gateway Restaurant and bar is open Monday to Friday from 7am till 9pm, room service is also available at no extra charge. (Weekend hours are 7am till 9pm).
Please inform Airport Gateway Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.