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7.3

570 reviews

Merivale Court Motel & Apartments

Merivale Court Motel & Apartments

97 Papanui Road, Christchurch, 8014, New Zealand

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Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Air conditioning

Parking On Site

Terrace

Kitchen

Merivale Court Motel & Apartments

Merivale Court Motel & Apartments is a 3-star motel in Christchurch, New Zealand, located at 97 Papanui Road, just 1.2mi from the city center.

Facilities include free private parking and free Wi‑Fi, room service, and a streaming service (like Netflix). Free air conditioning and on-site parking are available, along with a terrace, garden, balcony with a view, and kitchen facilities (kitchenware, kitchenette). Non-smoking rooms are offered, and access to a golf course is available for extra charges.

Reviews total 570, and price starts from $81.

Free Wi‑Fi, room service, a streaming service, and free air conditioning offer modern comforts, while on-site parking keeps travel simple. Outdoor spaces invite relaxation on a terrace, in a garden, or on a balcony with a view after a day of exploring Papanui Road.

A versatile lineup of lodgings is on offer, spanning Studios to 2-bedroom options and more. Choices include Studio, Premium Studio, Executive, Family Studio, Large Studio, and Suite, 2 Bedroom, providing flexible setups for couples, families, and groups. The Suite, 2 Bedroom is especially generous, accommodating up to 8 adults and 5 children.

Kitchen facilities with kitchenware and a kitchenette support self-catering needs, while non-smoking rooms are available. Access to a golf course is available for an extra charge. Payment is convenient with cash accepted and cards including Visa, Mastercard, and Eftpos.

Closest airports

Christchurch International Airport

5mi

Most popular amenities

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Air conditioning

Parking On Site

Terrace

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

Garden

Balcony

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Rooms

Large Studio in Merivale Court Motel & Apartments

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Studio

1 Twin Bed

1 Double Bed

375 sqft

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Kitchenware

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This spacious studio features a kitchenette, a sofa and heating. It includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a DVD player.

Family Two-Bedroom Suite in Merivale Court Motel & Apartments

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Family Suite, 2 Bedroom

2 Queen Size Beds

1 Sofa Bed

2 Queen Size Beds

680 sqft

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Kitchenware

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The family room offers a wardrobe, a carpeted floor, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. In the fully equipped kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The spacious family room provides a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a dining area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, as well as a quiet street view.

One-Bedroom Apartment in Merivale Court Motel & Apartments

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

1 Queen Size Bed

1 Twin Bed

525 sqft

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Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

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This spacious apartment features a patio and an open-plan kitchen with an oven, a stove and a dining setting. The lounge area offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a DVD player. Includes heating.

Small Studio in Merivale Court Motel & Apartments

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Small Studio

1 Queen Size Bed

195 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

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Kitchenware

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This small studio features a refrigerator, a microwave and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Please note that there is no capacity for additional guests.

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Superior Studio, 1 Bed

175 sqft

Free wifi

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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The studio offers a carpeted floor, heating, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The studio features a tea and coffee maker, a dining area, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, as well as a quiet street view. The unit has 1 bed.

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Large Studio

375 sqft

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

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This spacious studio features a kitchenette, a sofa and heating. It includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a DVD player.

Superior Studio in Merivale Court Motel & Apartments

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Superior Studio

1 Queen Size Bed

170 sqft

Private Bathroom

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Streaming service (like Netflix)

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Large Studio in Merivale Court Motel & Apartments

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Studio, Double/Twin

1 Twin Bed

1 Double Bed

375 sqft

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Kitchenware

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2 Bedroom

680 sqft

Free wifi

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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1 Bedroom

530 sqft

Free wifi

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Studio, Queen Size

1 Queen Size Bed

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Family Studio

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Guest reviews

7.3

570 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Justcoastin

9.1

April 2024

Very outdated building but better maintained than some of the newer places we've stayed in. Comfortable bed. Fully equipped kitchen with good sized fridge. Good water pressure in the shower. Internet was ok. Very quiet for a central city location. Handy location close to the city centre. Supermarket less than 10 minutes walk away.

We would have expected that they offered to make up the room at least once during our week-long stay. As usual, the shower head was positioned about the right height for a child - I had to bend to get under it. Parking was a nightmare. impossible to get in or out unless some spots are vacant.

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Loleta

10

June 2025

Affordable price and it was just perfect for me and my family. Location was just 10 minutes walk from the nearby mall and few minutes drive from the city. Staff were so friendly and very helpful.

Reception opens at 9am if needed assistance before then we can leave a message on the mobile number provided. Not helpful if you need help assistance ASAP.

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M

9.1

June 2023

The kitchen had all we needed, it had a small refrigerator and it was cold, a toaster and a electric kettle. The place was well kept. The bathroom was clean and neat. The couches in the living room were comfortable. We like the convenience of the location to all the places we needed to be and thank you for the free parking. We had to move from another hotel we were at due to the inconvenience and unsafe of the parking area especially at night. This hotel we felt safe tho the parking lot needed some more lights. Overall we like this place and our adult children that traveled with us like it better than the first hotel we were at. It's surely a recommendation to those who travel as a family or in a group. The price was fair and reasonable

The bed in the room we were in needed a turn. The head felt lower than the feet so we had to switched. The bathroom door needed a lock so when adults renting the apartment don't walk in to use the toilet while the other is in the shower naked. Or more so put a curtain to cover the shower door. The outside front area needed to cover with gravel or cement so when walking inside you don't bring dirt with your shoes in. . We were on the first floor and it was raining everyday. We had to walk in with wet shoes and there was no dirt rug at the door to leave our shoes on, so had to leave on the carpet.

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Ian

9.1

March 2025

The room and adjacent bathroom and kitchenette were of decent size and had all you need for several nights stay. Free parking in decent sized bays. It was peaceful yet only a 20 minute walk to the city centre. Restaurants within a 5-10 minute walk.

A spruce up and lick of paint would help but all in all this accommodation was great for the price point.

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Nicole

8.2

August 2023

The beds are firm but comfortable. The heating was great. Good sized TV in the two bedroom unit. Lighting was soft. And the shower was to d!e for, omg best shower I've had in a long time!

Cleanliness was very poor. Food splatters on the kitchen curtain and wall behind stove. Food crumbs and rubbish in gap between fridge and bench. The walls in bedroom and bathroom were horrendously filthy. The bathroom wall looked as if it had human feaces smudged on. Mold in shower around edges! A bit of elbow grease or a white sponge would do the trick, along with some extra time spent.

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Doreen

9.1

March 2024

The room was lovely

There was only a couple of power points so had to plug phones for charging into the extender power point box near the TV and the jug and toaster also had to be plugged into a power point extender along with the microwave and fridge which the extender was sitting on the fridge and not on a wall. I felt this was a fire risk because the jug was right next to the power extender.

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Peter

8.2

March 2024

Very comfortable and a big property for me alone. Would be good if there was some salt, pepper, some cooking oil. Bed was comfortable and nicely furnished. Excellent location, close to the Nurse Maud Hospice and hospital which suited me well as I came to see my sick sister. Excellent location on the buss route.and close to the Merrivale Mall.

All good for me but not much contact with the proprietors.

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Nona

10

August 2024

The staff were fantastic. They responded to requests to extend stay, early check in promptly and stored my bag for me while in hospital having surgery. The crisp white sheets and duvet were spotless and much appreciated since I needed to spend time in bed. I have stayed here probably a dozen times and will keep coming back when I am in chch

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Bd

8.2

May 2024

Comfortable room, and very good value for money. Parking right out front of my room, free chocolates and socks. And a decent supply of coffee and milk was nice for once. Linen was very good, nice and quiet room also. Good for price overall. $111 per night. Stayed in room 9.

Very damp/wet bathroom area and the room needed a once over deep clean. No sky tv.

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Debbie

8.2

June 2025

Off main road. Quiet friendly helpful host

Nothing. Everything. Great except tv hard put on .. very clean motel. Felt like home not motel very quiet and very clean nothing too much trouble manager he went out way for me. Was encouraged.

Points of Interest Around Merivale Court Motel & Apartments

Attractions

Mona Vale

0.9mi

Christchurch Botanic Gardens

1mi

Christchurch Tram

1.1mi

New Regent Street

1.1mi

Hagley Park

1.2mi

Cashel Street

1.5mi

TranzAlpine Train

1.8mi

Willowbank Wildlife Reserve

4mi

Air Force Museum of New Zealand

4.4mi

Christchurch Gondola

6.2mi

Port Hills

7.1mi

Waimakariri River

8mi

Sumner Beach

14.9mi

Banks Peninsula

19.4mi

Pegasus Bay Winery and Restaurant

30.3mi

Amenities of Merivale Court Motel & Apartments

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Air conditioning

Parking On Site

Terrace

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

Garden

Balcony

View

Stay rules - Merivale Court Motel & Apartments

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Merivale Court Motel & Apartments

When are the check-in and check-out times for Merivale Court Motel & Apartments?

At Merivale Court Motel & Apartments, guests are welcome to check in any time between 02:00 PM and 08:00 PM, but should be aware that check-out is by 10:00 AM.

Does Merivale Court Motel & Apartments provide free parking options?

Yes, there is parking available at Merivale Court Motel & Apartments. The parking is free and it is a private, on-site parking area. However, it is not possible to make a reservation for parking.

What's the nightly rate at Merivale Court Motel & Apartments?

Starting prices for Merivale Court Motel & Apartments are around $81. This may vary based on room categories and travel dates. To confirm rates, please provide your stay dates.

Which room categories can I book at Merivale Court Motel & Apartments?

The Merivale Court Motel & Apartments offers a variety of room types including Small Studios, Superior Studios, Large Studios, Family Two-Bedroom Suites, and One-Bedroom Apartments. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. The occupancy of the rooms ranges from 2 adults in the Small and Superior Studios to 4 adults and 2 children in the Family Two-Bedroom Suite. Bed sizes vary from Queen size beds in most rooms to a combination of Twin, Double, and Queen size beds in others.

What activities does Merivale Court Motel & Apartments offer?

Swimming pool, tennis court, BBQ facilities, fitness center, spa and wellness center, sauna, bicycle rental.

Guests at Merivale Court Motel & Apartments can make the most of their time by enjoying a variety of leisure amenities provided by the hotel. They can tee off at the on-site golf course, which is a great opportunity for golf enthusiasts to practice their skills. The hotel also features a swimming pool, perfect for a refreshing swim or lounging by the poolside. Guests can engage in active sports like tennis by using the on-site tennis court. For those who love outdoor cooking, the hotel offers BBQ facilities where they can enjoy a delicious meal. To stay fit and relaxed, guests can visit the fitness center, spa and wellness center, and sauna. Additionally, the hotel provides bicycle rental services for guests who want to explore the surrounding area.

Does Merivale Court Motel & Apartments accept credit cards and cash payments?

Yes, Merivale Court Motel & Apartments accepts credit cards including Visa and Mastercard for payment. In addition to credit cards, they also accept cash as a form of payment.