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Commodore Airport Hotel

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel in Christchurch with indoor pool and restaurant

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Located in Burnside, Commodore Airport Hotel offers a tranquil retreat with a garden and terrace. Enjoy Pattersons Restaurant for breakfast, lunch or dinner, connect to free WiFi, go cycling or take advantage of bike rentals. With an indoor pool and tennis court on site plus helpful staff that previous guests rave about.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Fitness center
  • 24-hour room service
  • Babysitting
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
$131 nightly
The total price is $152
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Luxurious garden oasis
This luxury hotel boasts a stunning garden retreat where visitors can escape the everyday and immerse themselves in natural beauty.
Delicious dining options
This hotel tempts taste buds with a restaurant and bar. Culinary adventures begin with cooked-to-order breakfast prepared just the way guests like it.
Nighttime indulgence
Premium bedding and blackout drapes create a sleep haven. Patios offer fresh air while minibars, in-room massages, and 24-hour service add luxury.

Room options

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Business Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Business Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium Family Room (1 Queen and 2 Singles) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premium Family Room (1 Queen and 2 Singles)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Business Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV

Business Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 753 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV

Premium Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Twin Room, 2 Queen Beds

Premium Twin Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premium Twin Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 387 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 387 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Business Room, 1 King Bed

Business Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Business Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
449 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch, 8053

What's nearby

  • Russley Golf Club - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mike Pero's Motorcycle Gallery - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • International Antarctic Centre - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Nunweek Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Omarino Wine Park - 4 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 3 min drive
  • Christchurch Railway Station - 14 min drive
  • Rolleston Station - 17 min drive
  • Rangiora Station - 26 min drive
  • Free airport shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪Kendal Fish & Chips - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Good Thai - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Food Exchange - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Monteiths Brewery Bar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Commodore Airport Hotel

Commodore Airport Hotel is just 1 mi (1.7 km) from the airport and offers a free shuttle (available 24 hours). Guests can take a dip in the indoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Pattersons Restaurant, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge, a fitness center, and an outdoor tennis court are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. The helpful staff and restaurant get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 157 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:30 AM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
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Children

    • Children (13 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Transfers

    • Free airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour room service

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • Tennis
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • On-site car rental
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • An indoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave (on request)

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Pattersons Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 37 for adults and NZD 18.50 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of NZD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of NZD 40 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 percent

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for NZD 40.0 per night

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Commodore Airport Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Commodore Airport Hotel 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Commodore Airport Hotel?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Commodore Airport Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Commodore Airport Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Commodore Airport Hotel?

Yes, a free airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Commodore Airport Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:30 AM. There's a charge of NZD 50 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of NZD 40 (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Commodore Airport Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Christchurch Casino (10-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Commodore Airport Hotel and nearby?

Practice your swing on the tennis courts. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a fitness center and a picnic area. Commodore Airport Hotel also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Commodore Airport Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Pattersons Restaurant.

Does Commodore Airport Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a patio.

What's the area around Commodore Airport Hotel like?

Commodore Airport Hotel is in Burnside, a short 3-minute drive from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) and 17 minutes' walk from International Antarctic Centre.

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