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Reviews of Arena Motel 4 stars

30 Whiteleigh Ave, Addington, Addington, 8024 Christchurch, New Zealand

#132 of 151 hotels in Christchurch

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 897 hotel reviews

7.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.2

  • Comfort

    8.1

  • Location

    8.9

  • Facilities

    7.6

  • Staff

    8.7

  • Value for money

    8.3

  • Free WiFi

    8.1

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  • Reviewed: 8 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio - Disability Access
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    a bit noisey with traffic. No shampoo or body wash in container. only one light switch for the entire unit

    Warm and spacious, having kitchen utensils and sky tv. Wifi was good. Excellent. shower

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our Rm 10 did not have an out look.

    Location was great for Wolfbrook Arena

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 April 2024

    9.0
    Comfortable stay and value for money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing specific.

    The hotel is quite close to the Train Station. We arrived in Christchurch by the Coastal Pacific train, and we able to quickly reach the hotel and settle down. The room was quite big with a Kitchen Top, Microwave, etc. There are some good restaurants nearby.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    7.0
    Enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Train pick up

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2024

    7.0
    Nice location, good price but needs some improvement.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hot water system in the shower was the worst I have ever come across. Could not control the temperature properly & there was no water pressure. Very small. Only a microwave in the kitchen (no oven).

    Great location, close to railway station & buses. Friendly, helpful staff. Comfortable beds.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rubbish truck collecting at 3am woke us. Bit short on some dishes and glasses. Some cups needed a good scrub. Bed a bit hard.

    They gave a free transport to railway station and it was near to the station.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2024

    9.0
    Very good stay for train travel. Buses nearby to go to other places.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio (Pets allowed)
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Hotel could use an update.

    Free laundry. Free transport to Railway Station. Friendly staff.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 April 2024

    7.0
    Great location, comfy bed
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Studio - Disability Access
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The drainage in the shower was a bit rubbish, so only one of us could shower. However, we did let the people know and they were responsive to the feedback!

    The beds were super comfy! Rooms reasonably sound proofed from street noise. Perfect location for events at Wolfbrooke Arena.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    7.0
    After initially feeling bewildered the staff were helpful and I was totally grateful for the free ride to the train in t
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Several issues: unit phone didn’t work, light behind bed didn’t work, entrance up stairwell was littered with tree leaves which didn’t make for a good look. No one in office on arrival….rang & rang then even used cell to ring their phone, no answer.

    I felt safe

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    7.0
    Met our need
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio - Disability Access
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Near a road. Promised lift didn’t happen.

    Standard room did all we expected but near a road.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    8.0
    Basic
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment (Pets allowed)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The shower was broken. It is so difficult to make work, bathtub it wasn't cleaned properly, there is no amenities (shampoo or proper soap), in the service didn't replace the towels, no hairdryer, is a basic Motel and expensive. The bed you can feel the separation between the 2 singles making a king bed, so much difference together one was higher than the other.

    I like that it is pet friendly , and the location for us was good.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    7.0
    Comfy and relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 1 night

    Not applicable

    Room was spacious, and location was close to the Tranzalpine Station.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    8.0
    Great location for the train station early departure.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It’s getting older but they are making improvements.

    Helpful team made my stay as easy as possible. Appreciated the luggage storage on early arrival and the shuttle to the train station in the morning for the 7am Coastal Pacific train.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment (Pets allowed)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Shower hard to get the temp right. It was ether to hot or to cold.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Shower head needs fixing and the lights in the bathroom

    Close to the stadium for the game I went to

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Excellent was free shuttle to the railway station at 6.00 AM

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2024

    8.0
    Okay with good location and shuttle service
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 1 night

    Uncommunicative shuttle driver on this day later stay better

    Location, shuttle to rail station

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2024

    7.0
    Close to Railway Station
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room needs renovation, looked old and shabby. Lots of traffic noise as my room was on a main street. No elevator. Stairs are very worn with ripped coverings.

    Close to train station, which was what I needed. After walking to the hotel from the station, I was informed that they have a complimentary shuttle. The shuttle is great,so the hotel needs to advertise this feature. Full kitchen facilities. Room was clean. Electric blanket with dual controls. The young woman who checked me in helped to carry my luggage upstairs. Very friendly as well.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 March 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Studio - Disability Access
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location and complementary shuttle to train station. Staff were lovely and very helpful.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 March 2024

    8.0
    Perfect venue for an event.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 1 night

    Room needs a bit of TLC but still good value for money.

    Great location for a concert - super easy to get to and from venue. Not too noisy at night which was unexpected. Easy parking. Handy to shops as well.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2024

    8.0
    Clean, comfortable, staff were friendly and helpful.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment (Pets allowed)
    • Stayed 1 night

    The hot water system left a lot to be desired

    Convenience to railway station, the shuttle service was a bonus

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 March 2024

    7.0
    Clean, quiet and comfortable stay within walking distance of Akaroa
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio - Disability Access
    • Stayed 1 night

    Our initial visit to Reception was cold and unwelcoming. Upon Checking Out, this had improved greatly. There was no milk provided and the kitchen dustbin had not been previously emptied. We were disappointed that our room did not have Sky TV Channels.

    Close walk into the town and harbour. Car parking was safe and plentiful. The room was very clean, quiet and comfortable. The spa bath was a good feature

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2024

    8.0
    Nice and central
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment (Pets allowed)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The shower needs some work, the base will break soon. Carpark is very tight with small spaces

    Location is great, comfortable beds. Good TV.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2024

    8.0
    very convenient to transport and eateries.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 1 night

    I was happy with the facilities.

    The location and free shuttle to the railway station was verymuch appreciated.

    Stayed in February 2024

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