Colombo Lodge Christchurch

Pretty tidy Lodge. We stayed 3 nights. Its was all good.

This was one of my odder stays. I had to call reception to meet me at the "lobby". They handed me a key and didn't even have me sign a contract for the stay. The hotel looks a bit worn but was clean and secure. The "double" bed was actually 2 twins that weren't level so sleeping was a slight challenge. However, it was a quiet stay and mostly hassle-free

It's great for our needs- the right location, clean, and quiet.
The manager is always so helpful.

comfortable bed. good shower. kebab place across the road open until 3am.

I had booked a superior studio with kitchenette. After I checked in I discovered that I was not in the room that I had booked. The motel manager offered no apology, blaming Expedia for the error, and due to the motel being full it was only possible to move to the correct room on my second night. As a result I had to eat breakfast out on the first morning, at extra expense.
I was offered a free bottle of wine when I moved to booked room, but I could not accept it because I am allergic to wine - and I would not be less critical of the motel if I had been able to accept it.
The room I had booked was a superior studio with kitchenette. It was equipped with a microwave, 8 dinner plates, 2 side plates, but *no* bowls. 4 wine glasses, 2 tumblers, 2 espresso-sized cups, but only one mug. 3 knives, 4 forks, but only 1 tablespoon, and *no* teaspoons. A bottle opener, but no can opener. No sharp knife, chopping board or other dishes & utensils. No tea towel for drying dishes (I used a towel from the shower room).
Comfortable bed, good shower but a long wait for hot water, good a/c, quiet area at night.
The safe in the room is tiny - only suitable to store cash, jewellery or phone-sized items.
Free parking is directly behind the motel in reserved spaces numbered 17 to 24, or on the north side of Penbury St. There is a small supermarket next door to the motel.
I would not stay here again, but it is probably fine if you are staying in a standard room and they don’t screw up your booking.

The room stunk of cigarette smoke when I entered, even though the posted sign says non-smoking area. The room didn’t have a window to open, which had been advertised, but the problem was there was no way to air it out. I told the manager, who came in and sprayed a deodorizer, which surprisingly helped a lot, but just masked the smell rather than eliminate it. No face cloth was provided. The room was good in every other way.

Able to check in early which was bonus.

The room we were given was not what we booked. Had a blocked toilet so was moved and was still not we had booked. Bedroom was window was backed right onto a Japanese restaurant. So very noisy at meal times. No room service.

There was no detergent for washing the dishes
The shower needs a good clean
Did not like having to wait on Colombo St for person to check us in
Room clean and spacious.
He fixed the Heat pump so all good
good parking

Loved this spot!

Mugs as well as cups would be good. Cleaners need to check all the kitchen drawers as I found a soiled flannel in one of the drawers.

Great place that’s quite central to the city and has cafes and restaurants close by. Nicely presented room with ensuite with very comfy bed.

Very friendly and hearty welcome and service throughout our stay. We were upgraded to a better room without even asking. Fairly basic building and location a 10 min walk out of town (city centre ends very abruptly, and you find yourself in a semi industrial district) so dont expect fancy sourroundings, hence the good price. Can recommend if you are on a budget and want something solid, clean and comfy, but dont need luxury.

A decent place to stay in Christchurch

The room was clean, and the staff was especially nice and accommodating. The room was a good size and had a very good shower.
The Japanese restaurant downstairs was very good and authentic.
I was not pleased with the location of the hotel. Although it is on Colombo Street, which leads directly to the cathedral, it is a long walk, half of it through a not good area. was not comfortable walking it later in the evening. Perhaps there is a bus into town, but I did not investigate.

Pleasant staff, clean hallways and rooms. Nice rooms. Good value

Modern, comfortable rooms, walking distance to the CBD.

Nice tidy hotel. We really enjoyed dinner at Morimori Japanese restaurant next door.

Room was spotless, staff excellent. Room was a little crampt, very little room to put clothing. More in the way of plates and cutlery would have been helpful. Otherwise very good.

We arrived after dark and the manager was already waiting for us. He was friendly and knowledgeable about local food outlets. Free on-site parking is a big plus. The room was, as always, warm and clean. Additional items that would have enhanced my stay – a shower cap and a small microwave.