Ferry Motel  

Opposite the historic Edmonds Factory Garden in Phillipstown, Christchurch — five minutes' drive from Christchurch CBD and Eastgate Mall and about 15 minutes to New Brighton Pier, Sumner Beach, the Gondola, Ferrymead Heritage Park and Lyttelton. Bus stop at the motel entrance serves the airport, train station and city centre; supermarket, bakery, bottle store and eateries are a 3-minute walk. Pet-friendly and family-friendly with ample free on-site parking for cars, vans, trucks, boats and trailers.

A compact motel with 14 guestrooms that feel like self-catered suites — spacious rooms include fully equipped kitchens (free‑standing oven, microwave, fridge and kitchenware), a dining area, private bathroom and flat-screen TV with satellite and free-to-air channels. An internal garden with BBQ, picnic table and children's swing faces a playground across the road. Front desk hours are limited; laundry, dry cleaning and a safe-deposit box are available.

Free unlimited Wi‑Fi, complimentary on-site self-parking that fits trailers and larger vehicles, BBQ and picnic areas, internal garden and children's swing. Tour desk, shuttle/transfer and car-hire assistance available at reception; smoking is restricted to designated zones.

Complimentary wireless internet across the property and easy access to public transport from the doorstep. Airport transfer can be pre-booked and reception can arrange shuttles, taxis or car hire.

Start the day with breakfast served on-site and grab meals at the motel restaurant. With a fully equipped kitchen in-room plus a supermarket, bakery and takeaways within a short walk, self-catering and local bites are both simple options.