Title: Vita Nova Motel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Vita Nova Motel Suburban motel in Christchurch with free parking ![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5430000/5424300/5424210/35396639.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5430000/5424300/5424210/9e4d12b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family Room, 2 Bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5430000/5424300/5424210/0807725d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Studio, 1 Queen Bed | In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5430000/5424300/5424210/a8f7d81c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Loft, 1 Bedroom | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5430000/5424300/5424210/62c39de0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Nestled in Upper Riccarton, Vita Nova Motel offers a serene retreat with a lush garden and tranquil terrace. Unwind with free WiFi, dry cleaning services, luggage storage, and tour assistance - all at your fingertips. 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Room service - Breakfast available - Housekeeping - Laundry - Kitchen - Parking included ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 23 - Nov. 24](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=5424210&PinnedHotelID=5424210&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=5424210&PinnedHotelID=5424210&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 24 - Nov. 25](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-24&endDate=2025-11-25&selected=5424210&PinnedHotelID=5424210&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-24&endDate=2025-11-25&selected=5424210&PinnedHotelID=5424210&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 28 - Nov. 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=5424210&PinnedHotelID=5424210&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=5424210&PinnedHotelID=5424210&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 5 - Dec. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=5424210&PinnedHotelID=5424210&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=5424210&PinnedHotelID=5424210&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ![Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5430000/5424300/5424210/9e4d12b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms ### Highlights Balcony or patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Kitchenette Refrigerator LCD TV Blackout drapes/curtains - 484 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 5 - 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds ![Family Room, 2 Bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5430000/5424300/5424210/0807725d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room, 2 Bedrooms ### Highlights Patio Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Kitchenette Refrigerator LCD TV Separate bedroom - 376 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds ![Standard Loft, 1 Bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5430000/5424300/5424210/5f10b958.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Loft, 1 Bedroom 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Balcony or patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Kitchenette Refrigerator LCD TV Blackout drapes/curtains - 333 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed ![1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5430000/5424300/5424210/88b3d72a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Studio, Accessible 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Balcony or patio Soundproofed Heating Kitchenette Refrigerator LCD TV Separate bedroom Blackout drapes/curtains - 248 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds ![1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5430000/5424300/5424210/88b3d72a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Studio, 1 Queen Bed 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews ### Highlights Balcony or patio Soundproofed Heating Kitchenette Refrigerator LCD TV Separate bedroom Blackout drapes/curtains - 248 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FChristchurch-Hotels-Vita-Nova-Motel.h5424210.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FChristchurch-Hotels-Vita-Nova-Motel.h5424210.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-43.53118%2C172.58150&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=vl6biQQ6LDxulOvzDPolMtyPNfE=) 290 Riccarton Rd, Christchurch, 8041 #### What's nearby - Riccarton Road - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - University of Canterbury - 5 min walk - 0.5 km - Westfield Riccarton Mall - 15 min walk - 1.3 km - Hagley Park - 3 min drive - 2.9 km - Wolfbrook Arena - 4 min drive - 3.6 km #### Getting around - Christchurch Railway Station - 7 min drive - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 11 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Coffee Culture - ‬7 min walk - ‪Dubba Dubba - ‬9 min walk - ‪Hachi Hachi - ‬8 min walk - ‪Hello Vietnam - ‬6 min walk - ‪Joe's Garage - ‬9 min walk ## About this property ### Vita Nova Motel Motel located in Upper Riccarton At Vita Nova Motel, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self parking - Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in - A front-desk safe, smoke-free premises, and luggage storage Room features All guestrooms at Vita Nova Motel boast comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Other amenities include: - Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers - 32-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels - Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves ## Similar properties ![Premier Studio with Large Bath](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4032500/4032444/5d26a5f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 298 Westside Motor Lodge Upper Riccarton - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Breakfast available 9.0 Wonderful 382 reviews CA $101 CA $117 total includes taxes & fees Dec 23 - Dec 24 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-23&endDate=2025-12-24&selected=4032444&PinnedHotelID=4032444&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7180000/7177500/7177488/2241ba96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Riccarton Motor Lodge Riccarton - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Laundry 9.4 Exceptional 318 reviews CA $104 CA $121 total includes taxes & fees Dec 8 - 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Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: NZD 26 for adults and NZD 26 for children ### Family friendly - In-room kitchenette - In-room microwave - In-room refrigerator - Laundry facilities - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Garden - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No elevator - Wheelchair-accessible parking ### More - 2 floors - Built in 2011 - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Kitchenette - Limited room service - Microwave - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### More - Free local calls - Iron/ironing board - Phone - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Contactless check-in available Express check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM Contactless check-out available Late check-out subject to availability Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 15.0 per day Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 26 for adults and NZD 26 for children - Rollaway bed fee: NZD 15.0 per day - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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, debit cards, and cash This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Cashless transactions are available Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### National rating For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system. ### Property is also known as Vita Motel Vita Nova Christchurch Vita Nova Motel Vita Nova Motel Christchurch Vita Nova Motel Motel Vita Nova Motel Christchurch Vita Nova Motel Motel Christchurch ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Vita Nova Motel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Vita Nova Motel? > As of Nov 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vita Nova Motel on Dec 8, 2025 start from CA $136.57, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Vita-Nova-Motel.h5424210.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Vita Nova Motel? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Vita Nova Motel? > Check-out is at 10 AM. ### Where is Vita Nova Motel located? > Located in Upper Riccarton, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Riccarton Road, Bush Inn Centre, and University of Canterbury. Westfield Riccarton Mall and Riccarton House are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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