Diplomat Motel

Pet-friendly motel in Christchurch, connected to a shopping center

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Escape to Diplomat Motel, nestled in Merivale. Unwind in the serene garden or stay connected with free WiFi. Take advantage of express check-in and tour/ticket assistance to make your stay seamless.
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchen
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
$72 nightly
$83 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Showing 2 of 2 rooms
Studio | Bathroom amenities | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Studio | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Studio | Premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe
Studio | Premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe

Studio

Good
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Bathroom shower
Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe
Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe
Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 689 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
127 Papanui Road, Christchurch, 8014

What's nearby

  • Papanui Road - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Merivale Mall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bealey Avenue - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • St George's Hostpital - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Hagley Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 11 min drive
  • Christchurch Railway Station - 6 min drive
  • Rolleston Station - 22 min drive
  • Rangiora Station - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Strawberry Fare - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Majestic At Mayfair - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Café On Caledonian - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Okioki - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Diplomat Motel

Enjoy your visit to Christchurch with a stay at Diplomat Motel. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 16 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 1 total, up to 33 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
    • Pets must be supervised

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Onsite carport

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8 AM–9:30 AM
  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Golfing nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Built in 1970
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • 32-inch TV
  • Premium digital channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

What to enjoy

  • Balcony
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 15.00 per person

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of NZD 20 per accommodation (may vary based on length of stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of NZD 20

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision

Policies

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.
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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Also known as

Diplomat Christchurch
Diplomat Motel Christchurch
Diplomat Motel
Diplomat Motel Motel
Diplomat Motel Christchurch
Diplomat Motel Motel Christchurch

Frequently asked questions

Does Diplomat Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Diplomat Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Diplomat Motel?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 33 lbs per pet. There's a charge of NZD 20 per accommodation, per week. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Diplomat Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Diplomat Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Diplomat Motel?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Christchurch Casino (17-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at Diplomat Motel and nearby?

Diplomat Motel has a picnic area and a garden.

Does Diplomat Motel have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a coffee maker, cookware, and a refrigerator.

Does Diplomat Motel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around Diplomat Motel like?

Diplomat Motel is a short 10-minute walk from Bealey Avenue and 10 minutes' walk from Hagley Park.

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Diplomat Motel Reviews

7.8

Good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Verified

8/10 Very good

Nice stay, rooms where tidy and being upgraded. Bed comfortable and helpful staff
Graeme, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, good for us and 3 kids. Hard to praise them enough.
James, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The staff were extremely helpful and kind which we appreciated
Ongelique, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Dog friendly
hugh, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Ideal pet friendly reasonable pricing easy to deal with staff
Josh, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Such lovely staff!
Eve, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Happy with stay, basic but clean & tidy. Comfortable sleeping arrangements. My kids loved the pool, would stay again.
Helen, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Handy position in Christchurch but motel quite run down. Needs renovating and made more welcoming.
John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was the right size for my needs. The service at the front counter was very professional and polite. The service staff were very polite and efficient. Highly recommended this motel
Leonie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Dated but value for money
Lindsay, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

We stayed at the Diplomat many many years ago, and I don’t think anything had changed. Looked very out dated.
Judy, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Well the older everything was well kept functional and the net was well-stocked sheets and linens were clean and that was very comfortable.
Tim, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I have stayed here multiple times over the last 10 years but this was the first time in the last 5 years. Although the rooms could have a refresh, the motel has everything I need. Easy access to a supermarket, restaurants, and shopping, Each room has a kitchen to cook meals (microwave and oven) and the rooms are spacious. A nice touch in winter is the electric blankets on the beds.
Carolyn, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Spacious room but facilities showing its age.

Older complex, age showing in places.Spacious room. warm and comfortable, quiet given its main road location.friendly helpful assistant
A, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Room cold, towels damp. Dog barking from inside room next door, unclear whether our room was a dog room.
Kevin, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Whilst the room was clean this is a very basic budget hotel. It is not a 3 star more like a 1-2 star. The room was very dated and shabby with 60s vanity in the bathroom and shower curtain. The room smelt a bit but this improved when airing. If you just want somewhere to base yourself then it’s fine but if you want some comforts stay elsewhere. Great location though
Joanna, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Needs upgrading. Photos online are misleading.
Daniel, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

People talking outside room all night No security locks on windows. Curtains damaged. No sky tv Would never stay there again.
Bill, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Regret booking to stay 10 - 13 March (3 x nights). Only very basic service provided each day and communication from the staff was difficult. The motel feels in many areas like it has not been upgraded since it was originally built in the 1970s. Carpet was also lifting in some areas presenting a trip risk / hazard. Request for at least 1 x night refund for my inconvenience / poor experience.
Bevan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

My go to place while visiting my mother. Lots of space and able to prepare my own meals. Will be back.
Carolyn, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Diplomat OK

Quiet and comfortable. Room a bit dated, but clean. No air-con in room, and it was very hot. However they provided us with a very good fan on request.
2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We particlarly enjoyed the spaciousness of our room and the comfortable kingsize bed. Great shower too. We had chosen Dilomat for is proximity to Southern Eye Hospital so the above factors were definitely a bonus
maureen, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Sounded like the neighbour was throwing cans at the wall! Is this an emergency hosing facility???
1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Nice location and a great price.
3-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

The property is in a good location and the hosts were welcoming and pleasant. The apartment we stayed in needs some TLC and could have been cleaned more throughly.
2-night trip