Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
Hagley Park - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
Christchurch Public Hospital - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
Getting around
Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 30 min drive
Christchurch Railway Station - 14 min drive
Rolleston Station - 21 min drive
Rangiora Station - 29 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Area shuttle
Restaurants
Under the Red Verandah - 20 min walk
Majors Takeaways Fish & Chip Burger - 3 min drive
It's All Greek to Me - 3 min drive
Brew Academy - 15 min walk
McDonald's - 3 min drive
About this property
Ferry Motel
When you stay at Ferry Motel, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Lyttelton Harbour. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include fridges and microwaves.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English
At a glance
Hotel size
14 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age – 16
Check-out time is 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive check-in instructions and a lock box code prior to their arrival.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 16
Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Room service
Travelling with children
Playground
Working away
Business centre
Services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
3 buildings/towers
Built in 1988
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Beaux Arts architecture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Cot/infant bed (surcharge)
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Freshen up
Hairdryer
Towels
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
Kitchen
Stovetop
Oven
Cookware, dishes and utensils
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: NZD 100.00 per stay
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for NZD 15 per night
Rollaway beds are available for NZD 20 per night
Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 3 and 12 costs NZD 20.00 (one way)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: NZD 50.00 per stay
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of NZD 15 per pet, per night
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property accepts credit cards.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Ferry Motel Christchurch
Ferry Motel
Ferry Christchurch
Frequently asked questions
Does Ferry Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Ferry Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Ferry Motel?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of NZD 15 per pet, per night, and there's also a deposit of NZD 50.00 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Ferry Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Ferry Motel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Ferry Motel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in is available.
Is there an on-site casino at Ferry Motel?
No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Christchurch Casino (5-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Ferry Motel and nearby?
Ferry Motel has a picnic area and a garden.
Does Ferry Motel have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a coffee maker, cookware and a fridge.
What's the area around Ferry Motel like?
Ferry Motel is in Waltham, a short 18-minute walk from Eastgate Mall.
Ferry Motel Reviews
Reviews
6.4
Good
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7.2/10
Cleanliness
7.8/10
Staff & service
6.0/10
Amenities
6.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
29 Jul 2021
Ferry Motel
Great location close to the city. Parking outside the motel door was great.
The unit we had was ideal for a family group and the electric blanket on the bed was a nice touch.
Bruce
Bruce, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
30 Nov 2019
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
17 May 2019
Funds were takrn from credit card 2 days before arrival instead of pay at checkout as advised.
Fiona
Fiona, 1-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
14 Feb 2019
Ferry motel review
Pretty standard motel facilities. Good for families as the rooms accommodate more pax. Price was ok but does not come with a.c./ heat pump or fan.No proper closet or place to hang clothes.No tissue box supplied.
Ordered room on hotels.com , payment indicated to be cash on arrival but the hotel took the liberty to deduct my credit card even before I arrived.
However the counter lady was most helpful and accommodating.
Richard Edison
Richard Edison, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
5 Jan 2019
Didnt even check in. Outside of the property is run down and people hanging out in front were less than savoury. In the 5 mins we were parked out front we had someone bang on our window to know if we were parking our vehicle there. Felt unsafe and did not want to bring my chilredn into a property where i didnt feel safe. Ended up finding somewhere else.
D
D, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
18 Nov 2018
Good internet.acess and tidy rooms, overall very satisfied.
Guest
Guest, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
27 May 2018
Handy location for me
Motel is in need of some attention. Its clean. Warm nice staff. I onlly stay because of the handy location for me.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
6/10 Good
3 Mar 2018
Chosen on price
Bed and linen very clean and tidy. Décor a bit shabby but functional. Unit clean.
Marie
Marie, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
16 Feb 2018
Dated
Old and dated - not a place I would ever return to
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
14 Feb 2018
Not very well secured.
I had an intruder knocking on my door around 2.30 am. there were some young guys in the unit next door drinking, smoking and making noise in the evening which was really nuisance.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
1 Feb 2018
Imran
Imran, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
29 Jan 2018
Get what you pay for
Motel decor and furnishings dated and in poor condition. Room smelt of cigarette smoke and carpet had cigarette burns in the carpet. Some rooms appeared to have. Permanent tenants who had visitors during all hours of the night. In future will inspect facilities before making payment.
sian
sian, 2-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
6/10 Good
28 Dec 2017
Harry
Harry, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
4 Jun 2017
Very old room. Really cold. Bad smell......................................................................................................................................................
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
2 May 2017
Let's just say it was ok, but I wouldn't stay there again
Kaye R
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
13 Apr 2017
nice and quiet, friendly staff. clean room and bathroom. id stay here again
Chris
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
14 Mar 2017
Old, Dirty, Smelly
I booked a 1 night stay in the one bedroom unit (number 4). First when I got the key the Chinese man opened the door and shoulder barged me out. then when I opened the unit door I was overpowered buy a smell of Sulfur/rotten eggs like someone let one rip with a serious stomach virus. I'm pretty sure the smell was coming from the vent in the bathroom as the smell got worse when I turned the light on and the fan came on automatic. Next was the old outdated look of the unit, plus it wasn't as clean as other motels I've been in. There was fat splatters all up the kitchen wall, the blinds were black at the top with either mold or dirt. It felt really icky and made my skin crawl the whole time I was there. I would not stay there again or recommend it to anyone.
Kate
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
5 Feb 2017
Unpleasant stay
It was totally an unpleasant and disgusting stay. Please rethink your stay with this hotel as you won't want to go through the trauma of being accused of damaging his already old and damaged room facilities. Please do not be a victim like me to fork out money for the owner's repair work. Remember to select your hotel wisely and enjoy your wonderful trip. As for me, I had a bad time because of the wrongful dispute with the owner.
Rong Huang
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
30 Dec 2016
Radheyshyam
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
5 Jul 2016
Convenient location , the property needs facelift
The bed was very low and uncomfortable. The kitchen ware were of poor standard and the general getup was poor.
The shower was difficult to manage.
pitabas
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
4 Jul 2016
Quiet and relaxing
Nice quiet relaxing stay, friendly staff!
Michael
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
3 Jul 2016
BOOKED IT DRUNK WORST MISTAKE OF THE TRIP
First off it is actually shaped like a Ferry boat.. red flag right there. Second of all it is dark, dirty, cold, and scary. The bathrooms are atrocious and very hostel like but so much worse. We made dinner there one night and the staff left our dishes out and only made the bed. WOULD NOT RECOMMEND TO A FRIEND.
Verified traveller
Verified Wotif guest review
6/10 Good
18 Jun 2016
You get what you pay for older motel ok for the price
Verified traveller
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
13 Jun 2016
Meh.
Stayed for one night on a mother daughter trip. The room was rather a disappointment. The door was hard to lock. Also, the room was facing a rather busy street and the sound of cars passing wasn't blocked by the rather thin walls (my mother kept waking up in the night because of it). Upside was that there was good hot water for the showers and the heater for the room was good; it was rather cheap so that's another upside. We only stayed one night so it was bearable but i dont know if I could stay beyond that.
Verified traveller
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
10 Jun 2016
Room refurbihsment required
old style motel. easy access to town. no sufficient heater provided.