[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Academy Lodge Motel Motel in Ashburton with free parking ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109800000/109796000/109795951/5ebf15a3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Apartment | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109800000/109796000/109795951/fb18211d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109800000/109796000/109795951/15e56c21.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109800000/109796000/109795951/f05cfbbd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Comfort Studio, 1 Queen Bed | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109800000/109796000/109795951/94f1e1f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Academy Lodge Motel provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 9.2 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Laundry - Housekeeping - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 14 - Oct. 15](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=109795951&PinnedHotelID=109795951&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=109795951&PinnedHotelID=109795951&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 15 - Oct. 16](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=109795951&PinnedHotelID=109795951&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=109795951&PinnedHotelID=109795951&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=109795951&PinnedHotelID=109795951&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=109795951&PinnedHotelID=109795951&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 24 - Oct. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=109795951&PinnedHotelID=109795951&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=109795951&PinnedHotelID=109795951&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109800000/109796000/109795951/15e56c21.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Patio Separate dining area Air conditioning Heating Kitchen Mini-fridge Smart TV Portable fan - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109800000/109796000/109795951/7c69d520.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Separate dining area Air conditioning Heating Kitchen Mini-fridge Smart TV Portable fan Premium bedding - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Comfort Studio, 1 Queen Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109800000/109796000/109795951/3c45ffab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Studio, 1 Queen Bed 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Separate dining area Air conditioning Heating Kitchen Mini-fridge Smart TV Portable fan Premium bedding - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Deluxe Apartment | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109800000/109796000/109795951/fb18211d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Apartment ### Highlights Separate dining area Separate sitting area Air conditioning Heating Kitchen Mini-fridge Smart TV Portable fan - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 6 - 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Free self parking - Express check-out and express check-in Room features All guestrooms at Academy Lodge Motel boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and separate dining areas. Extra amenities include: - Heating and portable fans - Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles - 3 bathrooms with showers and hair dryers - 43-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and digital channels - Wardrobes/closets, separate dining areas, and kitchens ## Similar properties ![Children's activities](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2594400/2594333/b610d18f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Taylors Motel Netherby - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.6 Exceptional 362 reviews CA $104 CA $121 total includes taxes & fees Oct 19 - Oct 20 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=2594333&PinnedHotelID=2594333&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Family Room | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/899800/899704/6ec88e75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coronation Park Netherby - Parking included - Free WiFi - Laundry - 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In-room kitchen - In-room microwave - Laundry facilities - Mini-fridge - Separate in-room dining area ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk ### Guest services - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Garden ### Accessibility - Area rugs in room - Hardwood flooring in room - No elevator ### More - Designated smoking areas (fines apply) ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - 3 private bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 43-inch smart TV with digital channels - Netflix - Streaming services ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Kitchen - Kitchen island - Microwave - Mini-fridge - Separate dining area - Stovetop - Tea bags/instant coffee - Toaster - Toaster oven ### More - Air conditioning - Heating - Laptop workspace - Portable fan ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM Express check-in available ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours), lockbox ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of NZD 20 per pet, per day (maximum NZD 50 per stay) Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20.0 per day Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 per day ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Pet fee: NZD 20 per pet, per day (maximum NZD 50 per stay) - Service animals are exempt from fees - Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per day - Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20.0 per day 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 This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash ### 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 Academy Lodge Motel Motel Academy Lodge Motel Ashburton Academy Lodge Motel Motel Ashburton ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Academy Lodge Motel pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of NZD 20 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. ### How much does it cost to stay at Academy Lodge Motel? > As of Oct 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Academy Lodge Motel on Oct 28, 2025 start from CA $81.15, 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/Ashburton-Hotels-Academy-Lodge-Motel.h109795951.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Academy Lodge Motel? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Academy Lodge Motel? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM. ### What time is check-out at Academy Lodge Motel? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Academy Lodge Motel located? > Located in Netherby, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ashburton Domain and Historic Art Gallery and Museum. Ashburton Aviation Museum and Trott's Garden are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Academy Lodge Motel Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Amenities ### 9.6 Staff & service ### 8.0 Eco-friendliness ### 8.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 14 8 - Good 8 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wai Shun Wilson Aug 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great motel, very reasonably priced ##### Wai Shun Wilson Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Sue Sep 26, 2025 Liked: Amenities It was nice and quiet suited my needs at the time ##### Sue Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Des Apr 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities A pleasant stay ##### Des Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leonie Mar 27, 2025 We enjoyed our stay and found the owner very welcoming and approachable. The location was great and we would stay again. ##### Leonie Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Neil Mar 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Good locality, friendly staff, plenty of room ##### Neil Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Joanne Apr 18, 2025 Very warm room, good amenities. ##### Joanne Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Summer Jul 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean & tidy rooms. Quiet location. Easy check in ##### Summer Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tonia Jan 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities great accommodation, thank you :) ##### Tonia Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### William May 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The host went out of his way to welcome us and took us to the unit really nice man ##### William Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Helen Mar 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice and clean, friendly service, Would recommend ##### Helen Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Karen Jul 9, 2025 Cold on arrival.All services there. ##### Karen Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Philip Feb 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great find in Ashburton This little motel has a delightful manager who is very accommodating and helpful. The room is extremely spacious and very well equipped & convenient to town. ##### Philip Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike Aug 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Overall the property was excellent' clean and tidy. tv was a bit different to operate. the only thing wrong was the transfer of loud talking from the adjoining unit at 6am which woke us both up. ##### Mike Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sue Feb 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice and quiet. Manager/owner took me to my room and explained everything. Checked with me in the morning if I had been satisfied with my nights stay. Would definitely stay again ##### Sue Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Glenda May 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service I stayed in a cheap deal room, there was no view to outside other than a tiny fenced courtyard. A little more attention could be paid to cleanliness. Very friendly host ##### Glenda Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Theo Aug 3, 2025 Attentive manager made sure we knew all facilities and was very friendly ##### Theo Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Baljinder singh and Jul 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Baljinder singh and Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jacky Apr 10, 2025 ##### Jacky Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Darren Apr 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort The checkin was quick. Our room was very spacious. The property itself is rather "tired" but the beds were comfortable. There are train tracks across the street but while some trains did pass they weren't a huge annoyance. ##### Darren Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barry Mar 24, 2025 ##### Barry Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ove Feb 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Ove Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### David Jan 21, 2025 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities Handy to shopping area .I think the towets were mearnt to be white but were gray and as were face flannels and the bed cover was quite worn .Otherwise the room smelt fab. ##### David Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025