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About the Hotel

43 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch, New Zealand, 8014

Accommodation Options

Colonial Inn Motel offers studio units and 1- to 3-bedroom apartments with kitchens or kitchenettes. All include flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, electric blankets, and private bathrooms with showers. Some rooms feature air conditioning and seating areas. Apartments have fully equipped kitchens with stovetops, refrigerators, and ovens.

On-Site Facilities

The motel provides free Wi-Fi, undercover parking at the rear, and courtyard parking for smaller vehicles. There is a bicycle storage garage, laundry facilities, and a garden. A tour desk offers information on Christchurch attractions. Airport shuttles are available upon request for a surcharge.

Location Advantages

Located in Merivale, the motel is a 10-minute walk from Merivale Mall with its shopping and dining options. It is near Southern Cross Hospital, St Georges Hospital, Christchurch Casino, and Hagley Park. Knox Church is 0.5 km away, while Christchurch Art Gallery and Canterbury Museum are 1.5 km from the property.

Guest Services

Services include dry cleaning/laundry, free on-site parking, and a chargeback service for meals at Pavilions Hotel restaurant across the street. The tour desk provides information on local activities including golfing. Ironing facilities and tea/coffee makers are available in rooms.

Transportation Access

The motel is 10 km from Christchurch city center. Airport shuttle service operates upon request for an additional charge. The property's central location provides access to hospitals, casinos, and parks within walking distance or short drives.

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From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.

Standard Triple Studio

2 persons

25 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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One-Bedroom Apartment

2 persons

32 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Queen Studio

2 persons

25 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Two-Bedroom Apartment

2 persons

48 m²

2 Single beds

Shower

Heating

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Getting around

All Transportation Options at a Glance

City Centre

Christchurch 1.7 km

Airports

Christchurch (CHC) 8.9 km

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Free parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
No pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Paid shuttle service
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

In-room breakfast

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Room features

Sitting area
Dressing area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Bedroom

Electric blankets

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

43 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch, New Zealand, 8014

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43 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch, New Zealand, 8014

City landmarks

Museum

Canterbury Museum

1.4 km

Gallery

Christchurch Art Gallery

1.4 km

Bridge

Bridge of Remembrance

1.4 km

Museum

Quake City

1.4 km

Park

Hagley Park

2.1 km

Park

North Hagley Park

1.4 km

Church

Cardboard Cathedral

2.0 km

Landmark

Victoria Square

1.9 km

Fountain

Peacock Fountain

1.4 km

Garden

Mona Vale

1.9 km

Landmark

Christ's College

1.4 km

Square

New Regent Street

1.9 km

Landmark

2011 quake memorials

1.4 km

Casino

Christchurch Casino

1.4 km

Landmark

185 Empty White Chairs

2.1 km

Landmark

Christchurch Town Hall

1.9 km

Landmark

Kate Sheppard Memorial

1.4 km

Landmark

New Zealand World Peace Bell

1.3 km

Museum

CoCA - Centre of Contemporary Art

1.4 km

Landmark

Tree Houses for Swamp Dwellers

1.3 km

Landmark

Latimer Square

1.9 km

Landmark

William Sefton Moorhouse Statue

1.5 km

Landmark

Hagley Oval

2.1 km

Landmark

Floral Clock

1.2 km

Landmark

Statue of Robert Falcon Scott

1.5 km

Landmark

Canterbury Provincial Buildings

1.3 km

Market

The Arts Centre te Matatiki Toi Ora

1.4 km

Landmark

Godley Statue

1.6 km

Nearby

Church

Knox Church

540 m

Corner of Montreal and Victoria Streets Central City

Victoria Street Clock Tower

540 m

Restaurants

Pedro's House of Lamb

180 m

17b Papanui Road Merivale

Jimmy's Restaurant and Bar

100 m

42 Papanui Rd

Strawberry Fare

370 m

19 Bealey Avenue Calton Mill Cnr

Keo Thai

270 m

13-14 Carlton Courts 4 Papanui Road

Tudors Restaurant

230 m

89 Papanui Rd Merivale

Vesuvio Jazz & Tapas Bar

260 m

4 Papanui Road Shop 10

The Athens Yacht Club

390 m

179 Victoria Street

Hachi Hachi Victoria St

380 m

177 Victoria Street Central City

Cafe Metro

350 m

corner of Merivale Lane and Papanui Road

Procope Coffee House

410 m

165 Victoria St

Vic's Cafe & Bake

480 m

132 Victoria Street

King of Snake

570 m

145 Victoria St

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COLONIAL INN MOTEL, Christchurch – A Smart Stay in the City

About the Hotel

Accommodation Options

On-Site Facilities

Location Advantages

Guest Services

Transportation Access

Choose the Room

Check Dates & Room Rates

Getting around

Amenities

General

Guest Parking

Services

Dining

Business

Children

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

Bedroom

Media

Room decor

Location

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