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About this property
Vita Nova Motel offers studios and apartments with free WiFi and free onsite parking. The motel is a 10-minute walk from the University of Canterbury and several shops, cafes and restaurants. Each studio and apartment features a kitchen or kitchenette, a dining setting and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Electric blankets, ironing facilities and hairdryers are provided. Guests have access to self-service laundry facilities. Built after the Christchurch earthquake of February 2011, Vita Nova Motel is a 5-minute drive from Westfield Riccarton Mall. Addington Raceway and Horncastle Arena are 4 km away. Christchurch International Airport is 10 minutes' drive away. There is a bus stop directly outside the motel, providing easy access to Christchurch’s attractions.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- Laundry
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Michelle
New Zealand
“Excellent location near the Westfield Mall and closeby to Canterbury University. The hosts were extremely friendly and helpful. The room was spotless, comfortable and very roomy. The bathroom had great ventilation, great for those that love a hot...” - Paula
New Zealand
“The room was very compact but did the trick. It was clean and tidy and serviced everyday. The managers were very friendly and even brought a beer up for my husband's birthday.” - Anna
New Zealand
“the hosts were lovely and very accomodating and great communication” - Mary
New Zealand
“Friendly and helpful staff, good location, clean and comfortable unit.” - Jennylav
New Zealand
“Was a lovely place for one night, The room was at the back of the property so was a little quieter than most I have stayed in on Riccarton Road, comfy bed and had everything I needed” - Kiri
New Zealand
“Great location. Fantastic staff. Cleanest rooms and bathroom. All amenites provided including makkeup remover sachets . Easy checkin and free parking.” - Nomati
New Zealand
“everything was good, shower, bed etc but would be nice to have a mat in the kitchen area to prevent dirt on carpet.” - Sudiksha
New Zealand
“Owners were lovely. Room was excellent and very clean.” - Paula
New Zealand
“location great, close to the university. Lovely and clean, great for a weekend stay.” - Kelly
New Zealand
“Very friendly staff , room was quiet despite being on a busy road and trim milk was provided as requested . Off steer parking helpful too. Very good value for money.”
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 5 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All extra beds are subject to availability.



The fine print
If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Vita Nova Motel in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.