8.9 / 10 Guest Rating

Athena Motel

Name: Athena Motel
Address: 160 Riccarton Road, Christchurch, nz
Rating: 8.9

160 Riccarton Road, Christchurch, nz

from US$79 / night

About the Property

Convenient Location near Westfield Riccarton Shopping Mall
Located just 250 metres from the popular Westfield Riccarton Shopping Mall, Athena Motel provides self-contained accommodation with flat-screen satellite TV. Enjoy the convenience of being close to shopping and entertainment options.

Spa Baths and Private Balconies
Indulge in luxury with spa baths available in most apartments, perfect for relaxation after a day of exploring. Additionally, many apartments feature private balconies, offering a tranquil outdoor space to unwind.

Tour Desk for Local Adventures
Explore Christchurch with ease as the tour desk at Motel Athena can arrange exciting activities such as skydiving, whale watching, and swimming with dolphins. Make the most of your stay by experiencing all that the area has to offer.

Experience comfort, convenience, and adventure at Athena Motel. Book now to secure your stay with us!

Facilities & Amenities

Offsite parking discounted rates available

Parking

Air conditioning

Room service

Family rooms

Luggage storage

Tour desk

Ironing service

Non-smoking throughout

Free wired internet

Important Information

Check-in & Out

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Check-out10:00 AM

Property Notes

If you expect to arrive after 20:30, please inform Athena Motel in advance to arrange for key collection, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation. Debit card is not an acceptable form of payment at this property. You are kindly requested to present a valid credit card upon arrival. A deposit may be required at the property.

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Guests

1 night · 2 adults

Available Rooms

4 rates found

1/5

Athena Studio

This heated studio offers a private garden patio, a kitchenette and TV. Please note there is no capacity for additional guests.

27 sqm

Sleeps 2

1 Double bed (131-150 cm wide)

Amenities

Coffee/tea makerShowerTVHair dryerKitchenetteRefrigerator

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

Athena Studio

Non-refundable

Room Only

20% OFF$98.25

$78.6

Includes taxes & fees

1/9

Athena Two Bedroom Apartment

This air-conditioned apartment features a kitchenette, a private bathroom and a living room with TV. You can request your preferred bedding configuration in the Special Requests Box at the time of booking. Please note that a NZD $10 per day surcharge applies for having the beds in a twin bed setting. Please note that the price is based on 4 guests. Maximum occupancy is 5 (see Hotel Policies).

60 sqm

Sleeps 5

1 Double bed (131-150 cm wide)

Amenities

Coffee/tea makerShowerTVAir conditioningHair dryerKitchenette

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

Athena Two Bedroom Apartment

Non-refundable

Room Only

20% OFF$166.11

$132.89

Includes taxes & fees

U6 Athena Upstairs One-Bedroom Shower Unit - Photo 1

U6 Athena Upstairs One-Bedroom Shower Unit - Photo 2

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1/5

U6 Athena Upstairs One-Bedroom Shower Unit

Located on the first floor, this apartment offers a kitchenette including a refrigerator and microwave. It also features a private bathroom with free toiletries. Please note that the price is based on 2 guests, including children, using the queen-size bed only. There is an additional charge per night if any other guests are accommodated (including children) or additional beds are used (see Hotel Policies).

50 sqm

Sleeps 3

1 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)

1 Double bed (131-150 cm wide)

Amenities

Coffee/tea makerShowerTVAir conditioningHair dryerKitchenette

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

U6 Athena Upstairs One-Bedroom Shower Unit

Non-refundable

Room Only

20% OFF$130.78

$104.62

Includes taxes & fees

1/4

Deluxe Queen Studio

In the well-fitted kitchenette, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. This air-conditioned studio is consisted of of a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a balcony with garden views. The unit has 1 bed.

30 sqm

Sleeps 2

1 Double bed (131-150 cm wide)

Amenities

Coffee/tea makerShowerTVAir conditioningHair dryerKitchenette

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

Deluxe Queen Studio

Non-refundable

Room Only

20% OFF$104.61

$83.69

Includes taxes & fees

Guest Reviews

8.9

Excellent194 verified reviews

AI Summary

Guests highly rate the friendly staff and frequently praise the great location.

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Collette

Verified booking

solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in Jun 20, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

10.0

Great location close to Westfield yet surprisingly quiet. Lovely lady greeted us. Clean room and comfy beds. Will return 😀

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Verity

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couple

Standard Room

Stayed in May 17, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

10.0

Everything was great!

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margaret

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solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in May 3, 2026

"Excellent"

Excellent

8.0

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Colin

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solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in May 1, 2026

"Excellent"

Excellent

8.0

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Robyn

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couple

Standard Room

Stayed in Apr 20, 2026

"Hope we can book again next year!"

Exceptional

10.0

We were warmly welcomed even though we were late due to our event. The room was cleaned and aired daily. It was great value and close to our event and amenities and restaurants.

Nothing

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Darren

Verified booking

solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in Apr 16, 2026

"Clean and cozy, with a caveat."

Exceptional

9.0

Friendly staff, spotless room, quiet guests.

The obligations around cooking with windows open, not letting steam out of the shower. It's not pleasant to be constantly worried about setting off a fire alarm just for completing ordinary/essential tasks. Wifi was weak.

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Jim

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couple

Standard Room

Stayed in Apr 16, 2026

"Great Hosts. Ideal location"

Exceptional

10.0

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Paul

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couple

Standard Room

Stayed in Apr 13, 2026

"Very good, wish we could've stayed longer."

Exceptional

10.0

They made parking space for our lengthy trailer. The unit was very comfortable and spotless. We will definitely stay here whenever we're back in christchurch

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Roy

Verified booking

solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in Apr 12, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

9.0

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Linda

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couple

Standard Room

Stayed in Apr 11, 2026

"Clean, quiet, comfortable and convenient."

Exceptional

9.0

Location and quiet

Strong scent sticks in unit, couch sunken in middle.

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Athena Motel

About the Property

Facilities & Amenities

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Property Notes

Check Room Availability

Available Rooms

Athena Studio

Amenities

Athena Two Bedroom Apartment

Amenities

U6 Athena Upstairs One-Bedroom Shower Unit

Amenities

Deluxe Queen Studio

Amenities

Guest Reviews

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"Exceptional"

"Exceptional"

"Excellent"

"Excellent"

"Hope we can book again next year!"

"Clean and cozy, with a caveat."

"Great Hosts. Ideal location"

"Very good, wish we could've stayed longer."

"Exceptional"

"Clean, quiet, comfortable and convenient."