Diplomat Motel

127 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch, New Zealand - Close to Merivale Mall
8.0/10 · 525 reviews

The family Diplomat Motel Christchurch is about 25 minutes' walk from Christchurch Casino and offers tour/ticket assistance, as well as cars for rent. Located in the Papanui Road district of Christchurch, this 4-star hotel offers 16 rooms along with a swimming pool.

Location

The hotel has a prime setting 2.3 km from the official Canterbury Earthquake National Memorial. The Diplomat Motel is fairly close to Christchurch Chinese Methodist Church and 5 km from Christchurch airport. The nearby shopping sights include the Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora, which is approximately 30 minutes' walk away. Papanui Rd near Webb St bus stop is located a mere 0.6 km away.

Rooms

The smoke-free rooms have a patio and a mini-kitchen equipped with wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as ironing equipment and an air conditioner. For your comfort, you will find a toaster, an oven, and a cooktop. An additional toilet and a shower, along with hairdryers and bath sheets, are provided. Staying at the Diplomat Motel Christchurch, guests can enjoy views of the courtyard.

Food & Drinks

Cafe Metro, located a few moments from the property, serves New Zealand cuisine to satisfy every taste.

Leisure & Activities

This Christchurch hotel also features spa therapy and barbecue grills. The presence of a tennis centre ensures guests an active stay at the Diplomat Motel.

Why choose Diplomat Motel Christchurch

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  • Spacious family units available

  • BBQ facilities in courtyard areas

  • Free wireless internet access

  • Full kitchens in all units

Main amenities

  • Wi-Fi

  • Free parking

  • Express check-in/ -out

  • Child-friendly

  • Breakfast

  • Pets

General
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Child-friendly
  • Breakfast
  • Pets
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Internet

  • Wi-Fi

Parking options

  • Parking

Property services

  • Safe deposit box
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining options

  • In-room breakfast
  • Outdoor dining area

In the kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Business facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying

For kids

  • Cots

Recreation

  • Garden area

For disabled guests

  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Toilet for disabled

In the rooms

  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Garden furniture
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

In the bedroom

  • Electric blankets

In the bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Devices

  • Flat-screen TV

Design

  • Carpeted floor

General facilities

  • No smoking on site
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Pets

  • Pets allowed

Important information

Check-in:
from 14:00 until 23:59
Check-out:
until 10:00

When are you staying?

From USD 158 per night
Check-in 28 Jun 2026
Check-out 29 Jun 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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Location of Diplomat Motel Christchurch

127 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch, New Zealand

 -  Close to Merivale Mall
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    When are you staying?
    From USD 158 per night
    Check-in 28 Jun 2026
    Check-out 29 Jun 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.
    Check-in & out
    28 Jun 2026
    29 Jun 2026
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    2 guests
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    Diplomat Motel
    Check-in:
    from 14:00 until 23:59
    Check-out:
    until 10:00