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Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel

Christchurch
Check in 2:00 PM
Check out 10:00 AM
Bring your furry friend to a home away from home at Diplomat Motel, where every tail wag is welcomed with open arms, you'll be steps from Papanui Road and St. Mary's Merivale. This motel is 30 minutes drive to Sumner Beach and 30 minutes drive to Lyttelton Harbour.

Enjoy hassle-free stays with daily housekeeping, premium bedding, mini-refrigerator, cable & satellite channels, a 32-inch flat-screen TV, a private bathroom with premium toiletries, a private balcony and complimentary high-speed WiFi, thoughtful room features designed to suit every guest. Conveniences include an in-room safe, wheelchair-accessibility, a full kitchen, an iron and ironing board and a desk.

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Property Details

Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance. Additional features at this motel include a picnic area, barbecue grills, and a reception hall.

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Carport
  • Uncovered parking
  • Books
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Casino nearby
  • Vending machine
  • Health or beauty spa nearby
  • Reception hall
  • Express check-in
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Picnic area
  • Garden
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Internet access - wireless
  • Off-street parking
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-out
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Golfing nearby
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free self parking
  • Year Built - 1970
  • Total number of rooms - 16

Check-in

Check-in is from 2:00 PM until 8:00 PM.

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Other details

Continental breakfasts are available daily from 8 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available onsite.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Papanui Road - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
St. Mary's Merivale - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Merivale Mall - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Bealey Avenue - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Hagley Park - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
St George's Hostpital - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Saint Andrew's College - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Victoria Street - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Hare Krishna Temple - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Elmwood Park - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Southern Cross Hospital - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Christchurch Casino - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Mona Vale - 1.6 km / 1 mi
Christchurch Town Hall - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
Victoria Square - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
The preferred airport for Diplomat Motel is Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 8.5 km / 5.3 mi

  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

Hotel policies

General

  • Professional property host/manager
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • No elevators

Pets

  • Maximum number of pets per room 1
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 33
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 15
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Pets allowed

Other charges

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 15.00 per person
  • Pet fee: NZD 20 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay) plus NZD 20 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Location

127 Papanui Road, Christchurch, 8014, New Zealand
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