Alexandra Court Motel
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Alexandra Court Motel
960 Colombo Street, Christchurch 8014 New Zealand
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#78 of 97 motels in Christchurch
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Alexandra Court Motel is an excellent choice for travellers visiting Christchurch, offering many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay.
Close to some of Christchurch's most popular landmarks, such as New Regent Street (0.7 mi) and Christchurch Cathedral (0.8 mi), Alexandra Court Motel is a great destination for tourists.
Guest rooms offer amenities such as a refrigerator, a kitchenette, and air conditioning, and guests can go online with free wifi offered by the motel.
The property also features a lounge to make your visit even more pleasant. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to free parking.
When you’re feeling hungry, be sure to check out Louis Champagne Bar, Edo Japanese Restaurant, and Ace Wasabi, which are some seafood restaurants that are popular with locals and out-of-towners alike.
During your visit, be sure to check out popular attractions like Christchurch Botanic Gardens (1.2 mi), 185 Empty White Chairs - Earthquake Memorial (1.0 mi), and Canterbury Museum (1.0 mi), which are all within walking distance of the motel.
Enjoy your stay in Christchurch!
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Bar / lounge
Babysitting
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Non-smoking hotel
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Wifi
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Air conditioning
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Non-smoking rooms
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HOTEL STYLE
Romantic
Charming
Location
960 Colombo Street, Christchurch 8014 New Zealand
Getting there
Somewhat walkable
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Grade: 68 out of 100
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As if the other reviews haven't said it enough, my stay at Alexandra Court could not have been better. The hosts are incredibly warm and treated me like family. I am a fairly discerning traveler and thus I do not throw around compliments lightly. I have used tripadvisor extensively to find accomodations all over the world, and this is the very first time I have been compelled to acknowledge how great this place actually is via a review of my own. As long as Angie and her family are running this place, I will look no further than Alexandra Court for my subsequent trips to Christchurch and needless to say would highly recommend Alexandra Court to my friends and friends.
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Date of stay: March 2009Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Had a great stay at the Alexandra Court Motel, accommodation very spacious, great washing facilities with outside drying if required which I like. Angie and Eugene couldn't do enough for us, even offered to drive us to pick up our hired car. Great location for walking to the centre of town.
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Date of stay: December 2008Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Older looking on the outside but thoroughly renovated inside. Booked a studio room for two nights and were warmly welcomed. Plenty of space, everything worked, short drive to supermarket/fuel/takeaway and a 15 minute walk to the centre of the city - there is also a bus in. Though Colombo Street is the main street through the city, the motel is well away from the hustle - not much noise after dark, even though it is on a junction with a well-used side street.
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Date of stay: September 2009Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Reception was friendly and helpful. For the same price as a standard, we were given a deluxe room on the phone (no early booking), so off to a good start from the beginning.
The rooms were the biggest we've experienced from our travel- 4 rooms in total; bedroom, kitchen, lounge and bathroom. Brochures and discounts for the Antarctic Centre and souvenir shops etc were placed above the heater in the lounge room, which was a nice touch and convenient. The kitchen was large and well-equipped (see pics). Bathroom was also very nice, with several recesses in the shower stall to hold toiletries. There's also a nice bathroom heater, but the problem is that it times out in 2-3 min, which makes it sort of useless. Also, the bathroom's sliding door doesn't close properly, leaving a ~5 cm gap, but there's another sliding door leading to the lounge that can be shut for more privacy. The lounge room is large and very comfortable. Only thing is that the TV is not the clearest, but OK. Pictures were too dark and the remote control is not as responsive as it could be. Other than these things, we had everything we needed from the room, including a hairdryer and ironing stuff.
The motel is a few streets away from the city centre- definitely walkable, but for those less/average fit, you do wonder "how much longer to go?" once or twice.
There's a small deli across the street, to the right of the motel, which seems convenient.
I can certainly understand why Alexandra Court is so highly rated- it's a motel, not a hotel, and should be rated accordingly. We didn't find the decor and equipment that outdated. Other than wishing that it was just a tad closer to the city centre, it is a superb place to stay.
The rooms were the biggest we've experienced from our travel- 4 rooms in total; bedroom, kitchen, lounge and bathroom. Brochures and discounts for the Antarctic Centre and souvenir shops etc were placed above the heater in the lounge room, which was a nice touch and convenient. The kitchen was large and well-equipped (see pics). Bathroom was also very nice, with several recesses in the shower stall to hold toiletries. There's also a nice bathroom heater, but the problem is that it times out in 2-3 min, which makes it sort of useless. Also, the bathroom's sliding door doesn't close properly, leaving a ~5 cm gap, but there's another sliding door leading to the lounge that can be shut for more privacy. The lounge room is large and very comfortable. Only thing is that the TV is not the clearest, but OK. Pictures were too dark and the remote control is not as responsive as it could be. Other than these things, we had everything we needed from the room, including a hairdryer and ironing stuff.
The motel is a few streets away from the city centre- definitely walkable, but for those less/average fit, you do wonder "how much longer to go?" once or twice.
There's a small deli across the street, to the right of the motel, which seems convenient.
I can certainly understand why Alexandra Court is so highly rated- it's a motel, not a hotel, and should be rated accordingly. We didn't find the decor and equipment that outdated. Other than wishing that it was just a tad closer to the city centre, it is a superb place to stay.
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Date of stay: August 2009Trip type: Travelled with friends
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This was the best place we stayed at in New Zealand. The staff was awesome. We weren't expecting it, but they even made the beds and cleaned the room each night we stayed. They also held our luggage for us on our final day after checkout so that we could venture into town. Great, great people.
This was a great value. We loved it. We especially loved the apartment setup. It was nice to have a full kitchen for our purposes... and a separate living room.
The only negatives would be that it's a fair walk into the town center from here. I guess, in a perfect world, it would be closer. But... it didn't bother us too much. Plus, the free bus stop is only a couple of blocks away. The other negative was that the small electric heater really had to work to keep us warm. Thank goodness the electric blankets were nice and warm. Also, the couches are a bit outdated.
If it sounds like I'm complaining, I'm not. I loved this place. I just don't want people to think they're walking into a Hilton.
This was a great value. We loved it. We especially loved the apartment setup. It was nice to have a full kitchen for our purposes... and a separate living room.
The only negatives would be that it's a fair walk into the town center from here. I guess, in a perfect world, it would be closer. But... it didn't bother us too much. Plus, the free bus stop is only a couple of blocks away. The other negative was that the small electric heater really had to work to keep us warm. Thank goodness the electric blankets were nice and warm. Also, the couches are a bit outdated.
If it sounds like I'm complaining, I'm not. I loved this place. I just don't want people to think they're walking into a Hilton.
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Date of stay: July 2009Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Well-equipped, and heated (!) rooms, clean, spacious with very accommodating and kind service. (I was offered use of hosts' garage to store and charge my electric mobility scooter). Walking distance to downtown, shops and bus lines was as short as advertised.
We would definitely return, but we really didn't have a bad stay anywhere in the country!
We would definitely return, but we really didn't have a bad stay anywhere in the country!
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Date of stay: November 2008Trip type: Travelled with friends
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We booked for 2 nights and stayed for 8! Although alittle outdated, the apartments were huge. We had a bedroom, sitting room, full kitchen and enormous bathroom with seperate shower, unbelievable value for money. Everything was spotlessly clean (and I am very fussy!). The location was fantastic for strolling into town.
I know I'm repeating what has already been said time and time again, but Angie absolutely went above and beyond. We were in town to source and purchase a van for travelling around the South Island. Angie made it her mission to find us that van.....and she did!! She also offered lifts to the supermarket, lent me her sewing machine, folded my washing from the line, and generally clucked over us as though we were her own children!! My husband had to pry me out of our room when it was time to leave.
I couldn't recommend it enough and, when it's been updated and refurbished, I may just decide to live there!
I know I'm repeating what has already been said time and time again, but Angie absolutely went above and beyond. We were in town to source and purchase a van for travelling around the South Island. Angie made it her mission to find us that van.....and she did!! She also offered lifts to the supermarket, lent me her sewing machine, folded my washing from the line, and generally clucked over us as though we were her own children!! My husband had to pry me out of our room when it was time to leave.
I couldn't recommend it enough and, when it's been updated and refurbished, I may just decide to live there!
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Date of stay: February 2009Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We stayed here for a couple of nights in April 2009. The motel is a quick 5 minute drive from downtown Christchurch. Check-in was smooth and the room was spacious. The property could use a bit of renovation and apart from a couple of minor issues (there was some water damage in the bathroom for example), our stay was very comfortable.
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Date of stay: April 2009Trip type: Travelled with family
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Welcoming Friendly Spacious Quiet Good old fashion Kiwi style no unnecessary costly renovations but Comfortable.
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Date of stay: March 2009Trip type: Travelled on business
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The room is very spacious, clean and cozy.
It has a a living area, bedroom, kitchen and toilet.
It also comes with a bath tub.
The staff is very friendly and helpful.
I will stay in the same motel if I re-visit the place.
It has a a living area, bedroom, kitchen and toilet.
It also comes with a bath tub.
The staff is very friendly and helpful.
I will stay in the same motel if I re-visit the place.
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Date of stay: April 2009Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Frequently Asked Questions about Alexandra Court Motel
Which popular attractions are close to Alexandra Court Motel?
Nearby attractions include Margaret Mahy Family Playground (1.1 km), Quake City (1.1 km), and Victoria Street Clock Tower (0.8 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Alexandra Court Motel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a lounge, and free parking.
What food & drink options are available at Alexandra Court Motel?
Guests can enjoy a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Alexandra Court Motel?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Alexandra Court Motel?
Conveniently located restaurants include The Goldfinch, Pedro's House of Lamb, and Twenty Seven Steps.
Are any cleaning services offered at Alexandra Court Motel?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Are there any historical sites close to Alexandra Court Motel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Riccarton House & Bush (3.1 km), Mona Vale (2.4 km), and Ngaio Marsh House (5.9 km).
Is Alexandra Court Motel accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.