The Riverstone  

On the sunlit edge of Rangiora, minutes from the town centre and a short drive to Northbrook Wetlands and Rangiora Racecourse. About 20 minutes from Christchurch International Airport and 30 minutes to Christchurch CBD, with Waipara Valley vineyards, Hanmer Springs, surf beaches and ski fields all within easy reach. Ideal for family-friendly stays and road-trip bases in the heart of Waimakariri.

Modern, contemporary rooms with air conditioning, soundproofing and double glazing. Choose from studios, 1- and 2-bedroom suites or a spacious 4-bedroom apartment; most units have kitchenettes, refrigerators, microwaves and ensuite bathrooms with high-pressure showers. Pillowtop beds with premium bedding, some rooms offer DVD players and digital TV, and three ground-floor units are wheelchair accessible with roll-in showers.

Free high-speed Wi-Fi throughout and complimentary on-site parking. On-site restaurant, coffee shop/cafe and bar/lounge, plus luggage storage, guest laundry, an ATM, tour/ticket assistance and on-site shopping. Continental breakfast is available for a fee. Wake up to northerly sun and plan local tours to vineyards, beaches or ski fields from the motel.

Meeting room and 323 sq ft (30 m²) of event space for small meetings or workshops, plus complimentary high-speed internet. The 4-bedroom apartment doubles as a group-friendly space for mini-conferences or extended business stays.

On-site restaurant serving local cuisine, a coffee shop/cafe for snacks and a bar/lounge for evening drinks. Continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00–8:30 for a fee, with plenty of nearby cafés and regional dining options in Rangiora.