Ashford Motor Lodge (with baby)
How Baby-Friendly is Ashford Motor Lodge?
What makes it 81% Baby-Friendly: Cribs and highchairs on request—confirm when booking, babysitting offered, rooms include fridge & microwave for bottles, guest laundry helps with messes, quiet garden setting for naps.
Good match for:
- Active explorers: Easy access to Hagley Park North (900 m) for running or cycling loops.
- Self-caterers: In-room kitchenettes and complimentary BBQ let you prepare meals on your schedule.
Things to keep in mind:
- Late arrivals: Guests arriving after 20:00 must contact the property in advance for self check-in instructions.
- 24-hour reception seekers: Front desk operates from 08:00–20:00; no round-the-clock service.
What is so special about Ashford Motor Lodge for with baby?
- Electric-heated outdoor pool with sun loungers
- Complimentary Wi-Fi and private off-street parking
- In-room kitchenettes for self-catering
- Steps from Merivale shops, cafes and Hagley Park
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Baby-Friendly Activities around Ashford Motor Lodge
Hagley Park North: 900 m (11 min walk)
A vast urban park with running trails and open lawns.
Tip: Start the Christchurch 360 Trail here for a scenic loop.
Canterbury Museum: 1.2 km (15 min walk)
Free-entry museum showcasing natural history and local heritage.
Tip: Visit on weekdays to avoid tour-bus crowds.
Christchurch Botanic Gardens: 1.3 km (5 min drive)
Historic gardens along the Avon River with glasshouse collections.
Tip: Drive or cycle to save time if daylight is limited.
Baby-Friendly Hotel Facilities
Free facilities in Ashford Motor Lodge:
Wi-Fi:
Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi in rooms and lobby for work and streaming.
Heated outdoor pool:
Electric-heated pool with sun loungers and umbrellas.
Private parking:
Free off-street parking available right outside guest rooms.
Luggage storage:
Store bags at reception before check-in or after check-out at no charge.
Picnic area:
Garden terrace with picnic tables for self-catering meals.
BBQ facilities:
Outdoor grill available for guest use at no extra cost.
Paid or on request with possible fees:
Laundry service:
On-site guest laundry available for a fee.
Make the Most of Your Stay
- Plan active mornings: Walk 3 min to Hagley Park North for a run or bike ride along the 360 Trail.
- Self-cater meals: Use your room’s kitchenette and the BBQ area to prepare coffee or dinner.
- Stay connected: Take advantage of free high-speed Wi-Fi in rooms and the lobby.
- Beat the crowds: Visit Canterbury Museum early in the day before tour groups arrive.
- Easy parking: Park off-street right outside your door for hassle-free luggage handling.
Reviews of Ashford Motor Lodge
Carl McMonagle
This motel is great , we always stay here when we go to christchurch, it lets you have dogs and has a closed in area for the dogs to have a run around, very clean rooms and friendly staff highly recommend
Carla Werder
Great roomy motel however did not have anywhere to cook apart from a microwave and air fryer.
briyn swny
Stayed now a third time and will be back again and again. This place is absolutely fantastic right down to every last immaculate, clean condition, with attention to detail. All this to ensure guests have a perfect stay in a quiet, comfortable, generous sized roomy, exceptionally presented motel. The motel is in a great close location to everything that a person wants to get to, or visit attractio...
Sam
The rooms at Ashford Motor lodge are very well maintained and cleaned. They have clearly spent time renovating these units and it shows. The kitchen is well organised and the bathroom is incredibly spacious and contemporary. The bed is very comfortable and the heated blankets are an amazing addition for those cold Christchurch mornings (not that you would notice in these rooms). Shelley is incredi...
Douglas Hope
Great value. Reception lady is tops. Booked direct by phone. Dont need t the lijes of travago etc. Could not fault anything, and my car way off the street. Price for one nite stay as good as you will. It is our place to go from now on.
Map of Ashford Motor Lodge
Address: 35 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch 8014, New Zealand
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How to get to Ashford Motor Lodge:
Take a taxi or rideshare from Christchurch International Airport (8.9 km, about 15–20 min) directly to Ashford Motor Lodge.
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