Sumner Bay Motel

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 9.2
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.9

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Sumner Bay Motel in Christchurch offers family rooms with free WiFi, private bathrooms, and kitchenettes. Each room includes a refrigerator, microwave, and TV. Convenient Facilities: Guests enjoy free on-site private parking, streaming services, and outdoor dining areas. Additional amenities include terraces, balconies, and patios. Prime Location: Located 14 mi from Christchurch International Airport, the motel is a 3-minute walk from Sumner Beach. Nearby attractions include Christchurch Art Gallery and Christchurch Gondola. Guest Highlights: Guests appreciate the beach access, convenient location, and friendly host.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Laundry

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
Bedroom
1 king bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom
1 king bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
2 twin beds
Living room
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Isabel
Australia Australia
“The proximity to the beach and local bus stops for easy access to the city was great. Lovely staff were very attentive and caring toward their guests needs. Very comfortable and clean room too.”
Lesley
New Zealand New Zealand
“Perfect location, pleasant and thoughtful staff. Remembers us”
Cynthia
United States United States
“We loved loved loved Sumner Bay Motel! Tony and Sophie were wonderful hosts, our spacious, well-appointed, urban-vibe room with a balcony was amazing, and the beach and restaurants were just a hop and a skip away. Our highest recommendation!”
Marcella
Canada Canada
“The location was excellent. The bed was comfortable and it was quiet and clean The fellow at check was very friendly and pleasant”
Lori
Canada Canada
“Everything! Location was perfect - minutes to walk to beach, food shopping, restaurants/bars. Clean and tidy, with the ability to do a load of laundry. Hosts are wonderful, and at the ready to help guests with all of their needs!”
Lawrence
United States United States
“great location. balcony great.kitchenette helpful. great staff”
Maryanne
Canada Canada
“The location is perfect & the room was up to our expectations (spacious, clean and well stocked). The hosts were very friendly and accommodated our request. Highly recommend!”
Catherine
Australia Australia
“Location was perfect, close to everything. Couldn't have asked for more from the staff/owners, went out of their way to make the stay so comfortable.”
Jane
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Really friendly. Allowed our dog which was great. Stayed an extra night and no problem. Great location, walked dog on the beach and had fab coffee and pastries.”
Melanie
New Zealand New Zealand
“Loved the location, apartment layout, friendly staff and being able to take our dog.”

Area info

House rules

Sumner Bay Motel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 20 per child, per night
Crib upon request
NZD 20 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 20 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that pets will incur an additional charge of NZD 20 per pet/pet stay. In addition, a maximum of 2 pets are allowed per booking with no weight limit.

Please inform Sumner Bay Motel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.