International Antarctic Centre - 19 min drive - 23.8 km
Hagley Park - 21 min drive - 24.4 km
Christchurch Casino - 21 min drive - 24.6 km
University of Canterbury - 23 min drive - 25.9 km
Getting around
Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 20 min drive
Rangiora Station - 6 min drive
Christchurch Railway Station - 30 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 8 min drive
Flat White Cafe and Bar - 4 min drive
Artisan by Rangiora Bakery - 7 min drive
Red Eight Cafe - 7 min drive
Kaiapoi Fish & Chips & Burgers - 8 min drive
About this property
Wayside Motel
When visiting Woodend, Wayside Motel is a great choice to consider. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies such as self-parking and wired Internet are added perks. A terrace and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
Afrikaans, English
At a glance
Hotel size
12 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free wired internet access in rooms
Parking
On-site parking only available on request
Free uncovered on-site self-parking
Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
Travelling with children
Playground
Trampoline
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Seasonal outdoor pool
At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Accessibility
Step-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-cm flat-screen TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Portable fan
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom (not in room)
Soap and shampoo
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free wired Internet
Food and drink
Microwave
Kitchen
Toaster
Cookware, dishes and utensils
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Housekeeping (on request)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for NZD 10.0 per stay
Parking
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
The seasonal pool is open from October to March
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Also known as
Wayside Motel Woodend
Wayside Woodend
Wayside Motel Motel
Wayside Motel Woodend
Wayside Motel Motel Woodend
Frequently asked questions
Does Wayside Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Wayside 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.
Is there a pool at Wayside Motel?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Wayside Motel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Wayside Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free motorhome/bus/lorry parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Wayside Motel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Wayside Motel and nearby?
Wayside Motel has a seasonal outdoor pool and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
Does Wayside Motel have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a toaster, cookware and a microwave.
Wayside Motel Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
20 October 2024
Neil
Neil, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 August 2024
Great hospitality, warmed the unit, opened the door and showed us around 😁
Tash
Tash, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
16 July 2024
Had a lovely mid winter stay. Clean, tidy, warm and comfortable. We enjoyed meeting Mike who was helpful and friendly. Would stay again.
Joy
Joy, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 June 2024
We appreciated the owner/manager making sure the unit was heated for us, the personal touch was great, thank you …
Susan
Susan, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 May 2024
Tidy and basic.
Franciscus
Franciscus, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
18 May 2024
I liked the spa bath and shower head pressure , was really good aswell,
The owner was nice and welcoming 🙂
Francis
Francis, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 April 2024
Olivia
Olivia, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 March 2024
Close to every thing I needed. Very comfortable bed.
Helen
Helen, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 March 2024
A luxurious room with a jet bath
The owner, Mike, was very kind. The room was very spacious and everything was clean.
MINORU
MINORU, 3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
11 February 2024
A wonderful place to stay. The staff were very friendly and helpful and made me feel welcomed.
Julia
Julia, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 February 2024
Friendly and helpful management.Easy access to Christchurch.
David
David, 15-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 January 2024
Great place to stay
David
David, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
21 December 2023
There wasn’t anything we didn’t like
Gabrielle
Gabrielle, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 November 2023
Welcomed warmly and shown to room and explained how things worked
Rosemary
Rosemary, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 October 2023
Friendly helpful owners
Deborah
Deborah, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 October 2023
This was a great place to stay and if travelling north again would definitely stay again.
Lisa and Gary
Lisa and Gary, 1-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 October 2023
Comfortable updated room at an older motel. The owner is friendly and helpful. Wifi, heat and the kitchen appliances all worked very well. Recommended.
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 August 2023
Great service - friendly and helpful. Booked one night, and returned for another a week later
Don
Don, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
28 July 2023
never go there again
niall
niall, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
25 June 2023
Nice and quiet area, good service. on the downside the wifi could be better
Petrus
Petrus, 2-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
21 May 2023
Friendly host. Close to town and eateries.
Gary
Gary, 14-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 May 2023
Great hosts !!
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 April 2023
Charlotte
Charlotte, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
24 March 2023
Care and concern, shown by the owner, for the customer to have a good experience.