Athena Motel

160 Riccarton Road, Riccarton Road, Christchurch, New Zealand - Near shopping mall
8.9/10 · 109 reviews

The smoke-free Athena Motel Christchurch offers quick access to St Teresa Of Lisieux Catholic Church, which is nearly a 5-minute walk away. Located 3.2 km from the post-earthquake Container Shopping Mall, the 5-star hotel faces the garden and features spa therapy and a golf course.

Location

The motel in an entertainment neighbourhood is around 10 minutes' drive from Peacock Fountain and around 15 minutes' drive from such shopping venues as The Arts Centre te Matatiki Toi Ora. Horncastle Arena is a popular place to visit within a 3-km distance of the Athena Motel Christchurch. The area also includes natural sights like the urban Riccarton Bush Forest within a few blocks of the property. Riccarton Rd near Shand Cres bus stop is approximately a 5-minute walk from this Christchurch hotel.

Rooms

The Athena Motel has 10 rooms, comprising a seating area and a dining area. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels, along with tea and coffee-making facilities, are offered. For your comfort, you will find a refrigerator, a stove, and kitchenware. Guests can make use of a hairdryer and bath sheets in the private bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet.

Food & Drinks

Divine Cakes & Desserts offers a selection of dishes a stone's throw from the Athena Motel Christchurch.

Leisure & Activities

This accommodation invites guests to take part in swimming with dolphins to ensure a more exciting stay. Guests are welcome to participate in whale watching.

Why choose Athena Motel Christchurch

Select room
  • Self-contained accommodation options

  • 5-minute drive to railway station

  • Daily room servicing available

  • Private balcony in selected units

Main amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi

  • Sports activities

  • Meeting facilities

  • Child-friendly

  • Air conditioning

  • No pets allowed

General
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Sports activities
  • Meeting facilities
  • Child-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • No pets allowed
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Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking options

  • Parking

Activities

  • Golf course

Property services

  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining options

  • Outdoor dining area

In the kitchen

  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Business facilities

  • Business centre

For kids

  • Cots

Recreation

  • Garden area

In the rooms

  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

In the bedroom

  • Electric blankets

In the bathroom

  • Washing machine
  • Free toiletries

Devices

  • Flat-screen TV
  • CD player

Design

  • Carpeted floor

General facilities

  • No smoking on site

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Important information

Check-in:
from 14:00 until 20:30
Check-out:
from 09:00 until 10:00

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From USD 102 per night
Check-in 3 Nov 2026
Check-out 4 Nov 2026
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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Location of Athena Motel Christchurch

160 Riccarton Road, Riccarton Road, Christchurch, New Zealand

 -  Near shopping mall
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          Enter dates to see availability
          From USD 102 per night
          Check-in 3 Nov 2026
          Check-out 4 Nov 2026
          Guests 2 guests

          Adults:

          2

          Children:

          0
          All rates verified
          How we verified prices Our team regularly checks prices to make sure you see the lowest available rates. We compare them with hotel prices and other providers. If discounts or promotions appear, prices on our site are updated accordingly.
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          Athena Motel
          Check-in:
          from 14:00 until 20:30
          Check-out:
          from 09:00 until 10:00