Cranford Court Motel - Christchurch

About us

Cranford Cottages & Motel is a family-owned accommodation property located in central Christchurch, New Zealand, offering a range of self-contained cottages and motel accommodation suited to corporate travellers, event attendees, contractors, sports groups, medical-related stays, leisure guests, and extended stays. Positioned on Cranford Street with easy access to the Christchurch CBD, the property is conveniently located near many of Christchurch’s key demand drivers including Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre, One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha, Wolfbrook Arena, Christchurch Hospital, St George’s Hospital, and Christchurch Airport. The location also provides easy access to Christchurch’s shopping precincts, dining areas, and major transport routes north and south. The property offers a mix of accommodation styles including studios, one-bedroom apartments, private cottages, accessible accommodation, and luxury cottages with private outdoor spa facilities. The accommodation has been designed to provide guests with practical, comfortable, and flexible stay options while maintaining the privacy and quieter atmosphere of a cottage-style property. Most accommodation includes full kitchen facilities, allowing guests to self-cater during their stay, making the property particularly attractive for longer stays, business travellers, families, contractors, sports teams, and guests attending conferences or events in Christchurch. Smart TVs and complimentary Wi-Fi are available throughout the property, along with free on-site parking for guests. Cranford Cottages & Motel is well suited for conference overflow accommodation, event accommodation blocks, sports teams, group bookings, corporate stays, and medical-related accommodation requirements. The property’s central location allows guests to travel easily between Christchurch’s major venues while still enjoying a quieter accommodation environment away from the busiest inner-city areas. The property also offers accessible accommodation options featuring wheelchair-friendly access, wider doorways, accessible bathroom facilities, and convenient parking access. Selected cottages include private outdoor areas and garden settings, creating a more relaxed and private accommodation experience compared with standard motel-style layouts. For guests seeking a more premium stay experience, the Luxury Spa Cottages feature private gated outdoor spa areas set amongst mature native trees and gardens, offering an additional level of privacy and comfort. These accommodation options are popular with couples, event travellers, and guests seeking a more relaxing Christchurch stay experience. Cranford Cottages & Motel is also pet friendly by arrangement, offering additional flexibility for guests travelling with pets. The property regularly accommodates guests travelling for concerts, sporting events, conferences, hospital visits, relocations, family gatherings, and South Island touring itineraries. Key nearby destinations include: Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha Wolfbrook Arena Christchurch CBD Christchurch Hospital St George’s Hospital Christchurch Airport Hagley Park Christchurch Botanic Gardens Merivale shopping and dining precinct The property combines the convenience of a central Christchurch location with the comfort and flexibility of self-contained accommodation, making it suitable for both short and extended stays across a wide range of travel types.