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Diplomat Motel

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

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Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

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

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchen
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
The price is $75
includes taxes & fees
$65 per night
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2025

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Studio

Highlights

Yard
Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Yard
Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 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
  • Hagley Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Christchurch Casino - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Cathedral Square - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Christchurch Public Hospital - 5 min drive - 3.6 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
  • ‪Southern Cross Garden Bar Restaurant - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Sprig + Fern Merivale - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Boo Radley's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Tudors Restaurant - ‬3 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.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese

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

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

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

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
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • 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 newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

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 spa tub without adult supervision

Policies

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 on site.
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.

Also known as

Diplomat Christchurch
Diplomat Motel Christchurch
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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 1-minute walk from Papanui Road and 10 minutes' walk from Bealey Avenue.

Reviews

7.8

Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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 with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

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 Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Nicholas, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Ronald, 8-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Carolyn, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

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 romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Ideal pet friendly reasonable pricing easy to deal with staff
Josh, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Graham, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

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
Verified Expedia guest review

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
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Aron, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Candice, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

kathy, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Suzanne, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Kelly, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Hayden, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

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
Verified Wotif guest review

6/10 Good

Kazlo, 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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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 Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Needs upgrading. Photos online are misleading.
Daniel, 1-night business trip
Verified Wotif guest review

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 romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Sounded like the neighbour was throwing cans at the wall! Is this an emergency hosing facility???
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Nice location and a great price.
3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

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 family trip
Verified Wotif guest review