Ashford Motor Lodge (solo trip)
How Solo-Friendly is Ashford Motor Lodge?
What makes it 79% Solo-Friendly: Central Merivale spot near buses and Hagley Park, free high-speed WiFi, in-room safe and CCTV for security, kitchenette for self-catering; note reception closes 20:00—late help limited.
Good match for:
- Self-caterers: Kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves let you prepare meals in your studio.
- Active Solo Travellers: 900m to Hagley Park North offers jogging and cycling routes just steps away.
Things to keep in mind:
- Nightlife Seekers: The quiet Merivale area has limited late-night bars or clubs within walking distance.
What is so special about Ashford Motor Lodge for solo trip?
- Studios with kitchenettes let you self-cater.
- Free high-speed Wi-Fi and self parking onsite.
- Heated outdoor pool and garden terrace for relaxation.
- Short walk to Hagley Park, Canterbury Museum, and Botanic Gardens.
- Express check-in/out and luggage storage for convenience.
Transport & Nearby Access
Papanui Road Bus Stop: 10m (<1 min walk)
Catch local buses here to reach downtown and suburbs.
Solo-Friendly Activities around Ashford Motor Lodge
Hagley Park North: 900m (11 min walk)
Large urban park with jogging and cycling routes.
Tip: Try the loop around the lake for a scenic morning run.
Canterbury Museum: 1.3 km (16 min walk)
Exhibits on regional heritage and natural history.
Tip: Visit on weekday mornings for smaller crowds.
Christchurch Botanic Gardens: 1.3 km (16 min walk)
Flower beds, themed gardens, and Avon River vistas.
Tip: Pack a coffee from a nearby café and relax by the rose garden.
Solo-Friendly Hotel Facilities
Free facilities in Ashford Motor Lodge:
Heated outdoor pool:
Swim or lounge poolside in the electric-heated outdoor pool.
Free Wi-Fi in public areas:
Stay online with complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi in the lobby and terrace.
Free self parking:
Park on-site at no extra charge, steps from your door.
BBQ and picnic area:
Grill in the garden and dine at picnic tables.
Paid or on request with possible fees:
On-site laundry service:
Access the guest laundry facilities for a small fee.
Off-site golf course:
Play at the nearby golf course (additional green fees apply).
Make the Most of Your Stay
- Beat the Crowd: Head to the pool before 10 AM to grab a sunlounger.
- Morning Run: Jog the loop in Hagley Park North, just 900m (11 min walk) from your door.
- Local Transit: Catch city buses from the Papanui Road stop (<1 min walk) to explore Christchurch.
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:
From Christchurch International Airport, take a taxi (approx. 16 min drive) to Ashford Motor Lodge on Papanui Road.
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