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Reviews of Arena Motel 4 stars

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

Review score

Based on 898 hotel reviews

7.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.0

  • Comfort

    8.0

  • Location

    8.8

  • Facilities

    7.4

  • Staff

    8.6

  • Value for money

    8.1

  • Free WiFi

    7.5

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  • Reviewed: 2 November 2024

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

    lovely and quiet

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 October 2024

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

    Close to Tranzalpine station. Hotel provided shuttle bus to station.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 October 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    - Room was not made up the first day when tag was left outside door.

    Good location. Close to public transportation and shops. Friendly staff. Clean and practical

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 October 2024

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

    Price is high

    Good location

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 October 2024

    7.0
    Convenient location for catching Tranzalpine and plenty of nearby food outlets.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The springs in the queen bed rolls together when one person moves or gets up, interupting the other person sleeping. They provide capsule milk which is not enough and not the best for morning cereal. It was a cold winter night and the wall heater was just not strong enough. Had to switch on the small wall heat pump as well to get some warmth. No hair dryer in the room. The shower spray was not strong enough.

    Closest motel to the railway station. Nice that the motel provides free transport to the railway station at 7.30am to catch the 8.15am Tranzalpine. There are many food outlets on Lincoln Road just a 10min walk from the motel. The tasty and affordable Afghan Restaurant is nearby. The couple that run the motel is friendly enough. Shower had instant heating.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 September 2024

    8.0
    Comfy
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lack of tv options, stairs were difficult with heavy luggage

    Handy location, very friendly receptionist, free shuttle, comfy bed,

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 September 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Initially upset by the stairs which were covered by a ragged carpet. Not a good introduction for an elderly guest - (94), but the accommodation exceeded our expectations.

    The unit was well-designed and maintained.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 August 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff were lovely and helpful. Accomodation is pet friendly too which is wonderful!

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2024

    7.0
    Convenient location to the train station with complimentary transfer, value for money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 1 night

    The only downside was that there were only 2 pillows which were 'thin'. There was 1 small long life milk in the fridge, but we take fresh milk with us so it didn't affect us. The reception is not staffed after 10pm so we couldn't get more from them. The outside of the motel is overdue a refurbishment which could put some people off.

    The room was clean, the bed was comfortable. There were 2 chairs with a table to eat at and the kitchen was well equipped with everything we needed. You could easily make your own meals if you wanted to. We had booked the courtesy coach to pick us up and return us to the motel late at night. It turned up promptly and the driver was pleasant.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 August 2024

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

    Good and comfort

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 August 2024

    6.0
    It was fine. We weren’t expecting a high end facility for the price we paid.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio - Disability Access
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There were breadcrumbs in the cutlery drawer. The shower head had to be hand heals as the slide was broken. The garbage container in the kitchen hadn’t been properly cleaned from the previous occupants and had a sticky substance on it which attracted ants. Fortunately, they only occupied the garbage container. There is a sign in the bathroom talking about “daily” servicing of the room - this most certainly did not occur.

    We were doing the Trans Alpine train trip and the motel was close by. We were given a one bedroom suite with a separate living room, which suited us as one of us is an early riser.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 August 2024

    6.0
    Perfect location for why we were in chch but noisy road
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Road traffic was noisy and no milk

    Location was perfect for our visit

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 August 2024

    8.0
    Very enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location was fantastic, loved they took us to the train station

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 July 2024

    6.0
    Overall a fair price for what you get
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Was rubbish under the bed and curtains were ripped.

    Comfy bed, nice & warm. Ideal location. Close to Addington, Riccarton and city.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 July 2024

    6.0
    The room was comfortable and quiet
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio - Disability Access
    • Stayed 1 night

    reception was closed when we needed a ride to train station but was able to talk to someone that was working there and they took us to the station

    They had a shuttle that took us to the train station

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 June 2024

    7.0
    Location was good , but needed a good clean .
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio - Disability Access
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Towels & pillow case needed a clean !

    Location

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 June 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not enough coffee and sugar for 3 people and I had to go and ask for milk.

    Room warm spa bath was amazing.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 June 2024

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

    No problems.

    Clean, comfortable and great location for our needs.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 June 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room did not appear very clean Outside lots of cobwebs and leaves

    The staff were lovely Great service and also take you to the train station

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 June 2024

    6.0
    Handy to train station
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room was very cold on arrival. Bed not very comfortable. Room just dated and tired looking.

    Free transfers to and from the train station. Pleasant owners. Clean linen

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 June 2024

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

    Wifi very slow, 2 towels had dirty marks on, soap dispenser empty, bottle caps found on floor from previous guests

    Great location for attending event at arena, good heating, milk provided for drinks, comfy room

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 June 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 1 night

    Great location, handy to train station, our host put on a free shuttle to the station.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2024

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

    The shower was "heat at source" which was a bit hard to work out how to get the right temperature

    Room was tidy and comfortable. Super close to Wolfbrook arena, very thoughtful guest book with personally tried and recommended local restaurants/takeaways from the owners.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The single beds were so close to each there wasn't much room for luggage

    Clean and tidy,

    Stayed in April 2024

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