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City Central Motel Apartments

★★★★ 252 Barbadoes Street, Christchurch, NZ

8 guest rating· 2778 reviews

About this hotel

Private Balcony and Free WiFi

City Central Motel offers apartments with a private balcony, perfect for enjoying the city views, and free unlimited WiFi to stay connected throughout your stay.

Convenient Location

Situated just a short walk from Christchurch city centre, City Central Motel is close to popular attractions such as the temporary cathedral, New Regent Street, Hagley Park, and Christchurch Casino, making it an ideal choice for exploring the city.

Amenities and Services

With well-equipped kitchenettes, flat-screen TVs, double-glazed windows, and a central heating system, the apartments at City Central Motel ensure a comfortable stay. Additionally, the tour desk can help plan exciting activities like helicopter flights and whale watching, while the guest laundry adds convenience to your trip.

Book your stay at City Central Motel now for a memorable Christchurch experience!

Rooms & rates

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Classic Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Sleeps 5 · 80 m² · 2× Queen Bed, Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed</strong></p><p>861 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - 2 bedrooms and living room</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, oven, and microwave</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub </p><p><b>Practical</b> - Washing machine, iron/ironing board, and desk; cribs (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Classic Studio

Sleeps 3 · 30 m² · Queen Bed, Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Free WiFi
  • Minibar

<p><strong>1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed</strong></p><p>322 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchenette with refrigerator and microwave</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board, desk, and phone; cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Sleeps 6 · 60 m² · 2× Twin bed, 2× Queen Bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Free WiFi
  • Minibar

<p><strong>2 Twin Beds and 2 Queen Beds</strong></p><p>645-sq-foot room with city views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - 2 bedrooms </p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchenette with refrigerator and microwave</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - 2 bathrooms, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board, desk, and phone; cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Two-Bedroom Apartment

Sleeps 5 · 80 m² · Double bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer

This large apartment features full kitchen and laundry facilities and a separate living and dining area. This unit only avaible on first floor.

Superior Studio

Sleeps 2 · 30 m² · Queen bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer

This spacious studio features a kitchenette.

Twin Studio

Sleeps 3 · 30 m² · Twin bed, Queen bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer

This studio features a balcony and a flat-screen TV.

Family Apartment

Sleeps 5 · 40 m² · Twin bed, Double bed, Sofa bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer

This apartment features a well-equipped kitchenette.

Queen Studio

Sleeps 3 · 30 m² · Twin bed, Queen bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer

This studio features a sofa, a TV and electric kettle.

Amenities

  • WiFi available
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Private parking
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
  • Laundry
  • Smoke alarms

Location

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252 Barbadoes Street, Christchurch, NZ

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 06:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say82778 reviews

+ Great location+ Friendly staff+ Spacious rooms− Noise from the street− Aging furniture− Missing amenities
Cleanliness7.8
Service8.8
Location8.8
Room Quality7.3
Amenities7.3
Value for Money8.3

Felt Like a Home Away From Home

10.0

We only planned to stay one night but wished we had booked longer. The room was spotless, warm, and had everything we needed. The staff genuinely cared about making our stay enjoyable and were always happy to help with local recommendations. The location was perfect for walking into the city, and there were plenty of cafés and restaurants nearby. Great value for money, and we'll definitely stay here again on our next visit to Christchurch.

Ashley Barham · NZ · 2026-07-25

Christchurch city stay

9.0

Comfortable bed. Owner had the heater on when I arrived.

− Only 1 tea bag.

Alf · NZ · 2026-07-24

Guest review

5.0

It was a spacy warm room

− Very noisy and no wifi password was given

Kartik · NZ · 2026-07-23

Would Stay Again

10.0

Everything was straightforward from check-in to check-out. The room was spotless, the bed was comfortable, and the staff were always happy to help.

Yuquan Su · NZ · 2026-07-22

Convenient Location

10.0
Ye Yang · NZ · 2026-07-21

Good to know

Please note that there is a 3.5% charge for payments made with American Express and Diners credit cards.

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform City Central Motel Apartments in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation. Please note that there may be an additional surcharge if the hotel is not informed of late arrivals in advance.

Please note that there is a 2.5% charge when you pay with a Visa or Mastercard credit card.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in otherwise the bonds are required

Please note unlimited WiFi is provided daily.Please inform 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.

›Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

›Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

›Pets

Pets are not allowed.

›Internet

WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

›Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.

Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.

You haven't added any extra beds.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.