8 / 10 Guest Rating

Diplomat Motel

Name: Diplomat Motel
Address: 127 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch, nz
Rating: 8

127 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch, nz

About the Property

Convenient Location near St. George's Hospital
Located just a short walk from St. George's Hospital, Diplomat Motel offers self-contained accommodation with free Wi-Fi and a private patio.

Modern Amenities and Fully Equipped Kitchen
Refurbished in Feb 2013, each apartment at Diplomat Motel features a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, stove, and microwave. Relax in the seating area with flat-screen TV and DVD player.

Leisure Facilities and Nearby Attractions
Guests can unwind in the swimming pool or enjoy a meal in the BBQ area. With central Christchurch just a 5-minute drive away and attractions like Hagley Park and Canterbury Museum nearby, there's plenty to explore during your stay.

Book now for a comfortable and convenient stay at Diplomat Motel!

Facilities & Amenities

WiFi available

Free WiFi

Parking

Free Parking

Non-smoking rooms

Room service

Heating

Family rooms

Garden

Pets allowed

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in

Check-out10:00 AM

Property Notes

When traveling with pets, please note that an extra charge of 20 NZD per pet, for every 7 nights applies.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. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. A deposit may be required at the property.

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Guests

1 night · 2 adults

Available Rooms

1 rate found

1/18

Studio

Located on the ground floor, this studio features a private patio and a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, a stove and a microwave. It also has a seating area with flat-screen satellite TV and a DVD player.

60 sqm

Sleeps 3

1 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)

1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)

Amenities

ShowerSafety deposit boxTVHair dryerKitchenetteRefrigerator

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

Studio Unit

Non-refundable

Room Only

20% OFF$120.09

$96.07

Includes taxes & fees

Guest Reviews

8

Excellent741 verified reviews

AI Summary

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

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Claudia

DE

Verified booking

family_with_children

Standard Room

Stayed in Feb 8, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

9.0

The staff were very friendly and helpful at all times.

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Jayaneththi

AU

Verified booking

solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in Jan 31, 2026

"Excellent"

Excellent

8.0

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Khaled we

SA

Verified booking

couple

Standard Room

Stayed in Jan 30, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

10.0

Everything lotrera، the location the welcoming the services all together

Nothing

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Crystal

AU

Verified booking

family_with_children

Standard Room

Stayed in Jan 30, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

10.0

Clean and good value for money. It’s conveniently located so easy access to city center and for day trips.

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Jeremy

NZ

Verified booking

solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in Jan 30, 2026

"good value for money"

Excellent

8.0

close to supermaket ,bars ,restruarants

nothing

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Robert

GB

Verified booking

couple

Standard Room

Stayed in Jan 27, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

10.0

Great location, clean facilities and lovely hosts - thank you

Shower curtain could do with fitting the cubicle

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David

NZ

Verified booking

family_with_children

Standard Room

Stayed in Jan 27, 2026

"Good"

Good

4.0

Location was good

The facility is old and run down. I believe its over priced for what you get.

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D&S

AU

Verified booking

family_with_children

Standard Room

Stayed in Jan 23, 2026

"Good"

Good

6.0

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philipa

NZ

Verified booking

family_with_children

Standard Room

Stayed in Jan 22, 2026

"My family orientation"

Exceptional

10.0

Everything absolutely amazing, comfortable, all facility's were absolutely clean and tidy. The owner was so absolutely amazing and very honest and

Nothing

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Helen

NZ

Verified booking

couple

Standard Room

Stayed in Jan 20, 2026

"Location and room very good value for money, very helpful staff"

Exceptional

9.0

Very nice clean unit Huge bed which was really comfortable. Staff were very accomodating and helpful. Perfect location for where we needed to be

More pressure in the shower would have been ideal.

Helpful?

10

9

10

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Diplomat Motel

About the Property

Facilities & Amenities

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Property Notes

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"My family orientation"

"Location and room very good value for money, very helpful staff"