8 / 10 Guest Rating

Diplomat Motel

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

127 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch, nz

from US$89 / night

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

Offsite parking discounted rates available

Parking

Non-smoking rooms

Swimming pool

Room service

Family rooms

Pets allowed

Luggage storage

Express check-in/check-out

Safety deposit box

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

2 rates 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

Non-refundable

Room Only

20% OFF$111.66

$89.33

Includes taxes & fees

1/13

Two-Bedroom Apartment

Located on the ground floor, this spacious apartment features a private patio and a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, a stove and a microwave. It also has a separate living room with flat-screen satellite TV and a DVD player.

80 sqm

Sleeps 6

3 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)

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

5 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)

Amenities

ShowerSafety deposit boxTVHair dryerKitchenetteRefrigerator

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

Two-Bedroom Apartment

Non-refundable

Room Only

20% OFF$200.03

$160.02

Includes taxes & fees

Guest Reviews

Excellent733 verified reviews

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

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Suzanne

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solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in Apr 21, 2026

"Closest to Eye Surgery"

Good

6.0

Closest motel to Christchurch Eye Surgery. 10 min walk. Very clean. Very comfortable bed. Spacious studio.

Some maintenance needed on windows particularly bathroom windows. Also outside areas needed weeding. But room was clean.

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Kodi

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family_with_children

Standard Room

Stayed in Apr 21, 2026

"Great place to stay overall! Will definitely stay again!"

Excellent

8.0

Spacious and comfortable! Plenty of beds and room for us all. Clean and tidy. Nice outdoor space. Short walk to supermarket and some shops/cafes etc.

Wee bit outdated with taps that didn’t work properly and shower wasn’t the greatest (this was the double room.studio was modern and fantastic!) . Tv didn’t work some of the time.

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Lucy

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extended_group

Standard Room

Stayed in Apr 21, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

10.0

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Zi Le

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solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in Apr 19, 2026

"Decent stay in Christchurch"

Excellent

8.0

The size of the bedroom Toilet and bathroom space

The flow of the water from shower head is inconsistent and the temperature would change halfway though the faucet was not adjusted.

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Tui

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extended_group

Standard Room

Stayed in Apr 19, 2026

"Excellent!"

Exceptional

9.0

All good. Made our own breakfast. Coffee in a café walking distance

More time there.not enough time in Christchurch.

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Charles

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couple

Standard Room

Stayed in Apr 19, 2026

"Good location with good bus links to city."

Very Good

7.0

Bed was comfortable. Property is close to the bus stop in and out of city. Truffle cafe is also close and is really good.

Old style bathroom & kitchen area.

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Ann

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couple

Standard Room

Stayed in Apr 19, 2026

"Great stay !"

Excellent

8.0

Great location , lovely host.

Shower needs an update.

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nicola

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solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in Apr 16, 2026

"Excellent"

Excellent

8.0

Quite apartment

The plumbing

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Sharon

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solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in Apr 13, 2026

"We have stayed several times at The diplomat and have always been welcomed and felt safe and secure."

Exceptional

10.0

Safe and comfortable

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Dianne

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couple

Standard Room

Stayed in Apr 12, 2026

"as expected"

Exceptional

9.0

Staff/Wendy

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Diplomat Motel

About the Property

Facilities & Amenities

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Property Notes

Check Room Availability

Available Rooms

Studio

Amenities

Two-Bedroom Apartment

Amenities

Guest Reviews

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"Closest to Eye Surgery"

"Great place to stay overall! Will definitely stay again!"

"Exceptional"

"Decent stay in Christchurch"

"Excellent!"

"Good location with good bus links to city."

"Great stay !"

"Excellent"

"We have stayed several times at The diplomat and have always been welcomed and felt safe and secure."

"as expected"