Diplomat Motel
127 Papanui Road, Merivale
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Why people book this hotel
“Good for a night or two if you need a place to sleep”
“The beds were comfy and warm”
“Location is excellent”
“Great location, staff were lovely and overall clean”
“The motel is quiet despite being on a main street and the staff were very helpfu…”
“It was convient location Staff were friendly dlu”
“The rooms were spacious, warm and clean with excellent cooking facilities”
“Very clean”
“Good value for money”
“Great value for money and great location”
“Made our own breakfast”
“Didn't get breakfast”
Overview
Diplomat Motel is just 10 minutes’ walk from St. George’s Hospital. Refurbished in Feb 2013, it self-contained accommodation with free Wi-Fi and a private patio. Free parking is available on site. Diplomat Motel Christchurch is just 5 minutes’ drive from central Christchurch, and 10 minutes’ walk from Hagley Park. Canterbury Museum and Re:START Mall are each just 2 km away. All apartments have a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, a stove and a microwave. Each apartment has a seating area with flat-screen satellite TV and a DVD player. You can relax in the swimming pool, or enjoy a meal in the BBQ area.
Traveller reviews
Carol
solo_traveller
May 26, 2026
“Comfortable in an excellent location.”
Location is excellent. The motel is quiet despite being on a main street and the staff were very helpful. The unit is comfortable and warm.
Rebecca
family_with_children
May 25, 2026
“Suitable for a small family or couples.”
Good for a night or two if you need a place to sleep. Great location, staff were lovely and overall clean. Cleaning was to standard.
Bronwyn
family_with_children
May 17, 2026
“It was adequate for sleeping over for the one night, but i would not recommend for a longer stay.”
The beds were comfy and warm.
Courtney
solo_traveller
May 10, 2026
The location and lounge area very good
Mary
solo_traveller
April 30, 2026
It was convient location Staff were friendly dlu
MRS CARLA WERDER
extended_group
April 29, 2026
“Exceptional staff and great value for money”
The staff went out of their way to ensure our stay was special. The rooms were spacious, warm and clean with excellent cooking facilities
Janny
solo_traveller
April 28, 2026
Very comfortable bed. Location excellent pretty cheap for the Location warm spacious room
Ad
couple
April 28, 2026
“See above”
We checked in a bit early and were accommodated with the staff quickly serviced our room so we could get in earlier. We also were allowed to leave our car onside while we were exploring Christchurch the day of our check out.
Gregory
solo_traveller
April 28, 2026
Comfortable older style motel. Good value for money. Room had a small kitchen.
Ron
couple
April 24, 2026
“Very pleasant”
Roomy and close to restaurant s
Suzanne
solo_traveller
April 21, 2026
“Closest to Eye Surgery”
Closest motel to Christchurch Eye Surgery. 10 min walk. Very clean. Very comfortable bed. Spacious studio.
Kodi
family_with_children
April 21, 2026
“Great place to stay overall! Will definitely stay again!”
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.
Zi Le
solo_traveller
April 19, 2026
“Decent stay in Christchurch”
The size of the bedroom Toilet and bathroom space
Charles
couple
April 19, 2026
“Good location with good bus links to city.”
Bed was comfortable. Property is close to the bus stop in and out of city. Truffle cafe is also close and is really good.
Ann
couple
April 19, 2026
“Great stay !”
Great location , lovely host.
Tui
extended_group
April 19, 2026
“Excellent!”
All good. Made our own breakfast. Coffee in a café walking distance
nicola
solo_traveller
April 16, 2026
Quite apartment
Dianne
couple
April 12, 2026
“as expected”
Staff/Wendy
margaret
couple
April 11, 2026
Great value for money and great location
Goldman
family_with_children
April 11, 2026
“Location good but staff and property not so great”
Didn't get breakfast
Facilities
Accessibility
Toilet with grab rails
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Breakfast in the room
General
Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Safety deposit box, Soundproof rooms, Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms, WiFi available in all areas, Heating, Non-smoking throughout, Designated smoking area
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Garden, BBQ facilities, Outdoor furniture, Picnic area
Parking
Free parking, Parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Street parking, Accessible parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available
Pool and wellness
Kids' pool, Swimming pool, Sun loungers or beach chairs
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Face masks for guests available, First aid kit available
Services
Express check-in/check-out, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Private check-in/check-out, Daily housekeeping, Room service, Babysitting/child services, Laundry, Dry cleaning, Tour desk
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.
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.
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