Vita Nova Motel
290 Riccarton Road Riccarton, Christchurch, Canterbury, 8041, New Zealand
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290 Riccarton Road Riccarton, Christchurch, Canterbury, 8041, New Zealand
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 2.5 mi 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.

Hotel Services and Facilities

Free WiFi Free parking Free breakfast Pet friendly

Hotel facilities

  • Free Parking
  • Room Service
  • Air Conditioning
  • Express Check-In/Check-Out
  • Heating
  • Fax/photocopying
  • On-site parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Family Rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Sun Deck
  • Non-Smoking Rooms Available
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Smoke alarms
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • First aid kit available
  • Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
  • Invoices
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Food delivery
  • CCTV security in common areas
  • Daily disinfection
  • Facilities for disabled guests available
  • Ironing amenities
  • Laundry services
  • Luggage storage & lockers
  • Non-smoking property
  • Soundproof rooms available
  • Tour services
  • Physical/social distancing guidelines
  • Protective screen or physical barriers in appropriate areas
  • Room service available
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stayed in June, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Friendly staff
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Comfortable beds and plenty of room in the unit
No tv in bedroom
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Property located not far from Westfield shopping centre in Riccaton.
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
- Super friendly and accomodating staff - Comfortable room and bed - Convenient location to uber to CBD We would definitely stay here again the next time we’re in Christchurch.
stayed in April, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
stayed in April, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Clean and comfortable
Nothing to mention
stayed in April, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Clean and comfortable
Nothing to mention
stayed in April, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Staff were friendly & helpful
Location could have been nearer the Mall & shops.
stayed in April, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Staff were friendly & helpful
Location could have been nearer the Mall & shops.
stayed in April, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Fantastic service. Clean, well presented, quiet rooms. Good lighting. Cookies and drinking chocolate
It was all good.
stayed in April, 2026
Guest Score 4 out of 10
Disappointing
location
really small inside, the bedroom with larger bed had no doors, it went straight intot he lounge, we were travelling with our older son so really no privacy when I went to bed early, second room with 2 single beds was fine. Its like they have taken a one bedroom apartment and squeezes a second room in there as an afterthought. We have stayed here before and got a fantastic room upstairs, lots of room and privacy. I would stay hear again but ask for un upstairs room
stayed in April, 2026
Guest Score 4 out of 10
Disappointing
location
really small inside, the bedroom with larger bed had no doors, it went straight intot he lounge, we were travelling with our older son so really no privacy when I went to bed early, second room with 2 single beds was fine. Its like they have taken a one bedroom apartment and squeezes a second room in there as an afterthought. We have stayed here before and got a fantastic room upstairs, lots of room and privacy. I would stay hear again but ask for un upstairs room
stayed in April, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
stayed in April, 2026
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
stayed in April, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
stayed in April, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Local, clean, safe, warm, nice place
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Area information

    Airports Show all on map »

    • Christchurch Intl Airport - 3.80 mi

    Museums

      Art Galleries Show all on map »
      • Cave Rock Gallery - 0.51 mi
      • Woodcraft Gallery - 0.51 mi
      • Salamander Gallery - 0.51 mi
      • Brayshaw Historic Museum Park - 1.72 mi
      • Robert McDougall Art Gallery - 2.31 mi
      • Canterbury Museum - 2.31 mi
      • Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetu - 2.46 mi
      • Christchurch Art Gallery - 2.50 mi

    Transport

      Train stations Show all on map »
      • Tranzscenic Railway New Zealand - 1.46 mi
      • Lyttelton Timeball Station - 1.64 mi

    Attractions/Entertainment

      Zoo Show all on map »
      • Botanical Gardens - 2.03 mi

    Other attractions

      Stadiums, Arenas, and Racetracks Show all on map »
      • Addington Raceway - 0.67 mi
      • CBS Canterbury Arena - 1.40 mi
      • AMI Stadium - 1.46 mi
      Monuments and Landmarks Show all on map »
      • Otukaikino Living Memorial Reserve - 1.03 mi
      • Nurses Memorial Chapel - 1.82 mi
      • Addington Cemetry - 2.09 mi
      • Victoria Street Clock Tower - 2.50 mi
      National Parks Show all on map »
      • South Hagley Park - 1.45 mi
      • Mona Vale - 1.67 mi
      • North Hagley Park - 1.68 mi
      • Orana Wildlife Park - 1.82 mi
      • Elmwood Park - 2.09 mi
      • Hagley Park - 2.26 mi
      • Botanic Gardens - 2.31 mi
      Golf Courses Show all on map »
      • Hagley Golf Club - 1.97 mi
      Rivers and Lakes Show all on map »
      • Victoria Lake - 2.06 mi
      Colleges and Universities Show all on map »
      • Christ s College - 2.31 mi
      Historical Buildings Show all on map »
      • Christchurch Botanic Gardens - 2.31 mi
      • Christchurch Arts Centre - 2.38 mi
      • Cramner Centre Building - 2.50 mi
      • Church of the Good Shepherd - 2.55 mi
      Theatres Show all on map »
      • The Court Theatre - 2.37 mi
      Famous Streets Show all on map »
      • Victoria Street - 2.44 mi
      Other Show all on map »
      • Rutherford s Den - 0.51 mi
      • TranzAlpine - 1.46 mi
      • Earth and Sky - 1.48 mi
      • Millbrook Reserve - 1.82 mi
      • Cave Rock - 2.02 mi
      • Riccarton Racecourse - 2.25 mi
      • Peacock Fountain - 2.27 mi
      • Arts Centre Weekend Market - 2.30 mi
      • Discovery Centre - 2.31 mi
      • St Mary s Merivale - 2.32 mi
      • Worcester Boulevard - 2.32 mi
      • Antigua Boatsheds - 2.33 mi
      • Floral Clock - 2.50 mi
      • Cramner Courts Building - 2.50 mi
      • Hare Krishna Temple - 2.59 mi
      • Bridge of Remembrance - 2.60 mi

Vita Nova Motel

290 Riccarton Road Riccarton, Christchurch, Canterbury, 8041, New Zealand