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Sumner Bay Motel & Apartments

3.5 star property
Unpack your worries at this seaside haven near stunning beaches. Laundry facilities are just the start – enjoy a relaxed stay.

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Free self parking
First Floor Superior Studio | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Deluxe Studio Apartment | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle
Beach nearby
Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is SAR 352
SAR 490 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb

Room options

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First Floor One Bedroom Apartment | Living area | 32-inch TV with satellite channels, Netflix, DVD player

First Floor One Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Ground Floor Superior Studio | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Ground Floor Superior Studio

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 50 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Spit Level One Bedroom Apartment | Living area | 32-inch TV with satellite channels, Netflix, DVD player

Spit Level One Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Sofa bed - twin
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | 32-inch TV with satellite channels, Netflix, DVD player

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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First Floor Superior Studio | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

First Floor Superior Studio

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Studio Apartment | Living area | 32-inch TV with satellite channels, Netflix, DVD player

Deluxe Studio Apartment

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
26 Marriner Street, Sumner, Christchurch, 8081

What's nearby

  • Sumner Beach - 4 min walk
  • New Brighton Beach - 1 min drive
  • Taylor's Mistake Beach - 7 min drive
  • Lyttelton Harbour - 9 min drive
  • Christchurch Gondola - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 35 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Spur on Redcliffs - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Valley Inn Tavern - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ten27 - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Christchurch Gondola - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Rock Cafe - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Sumner Bay Motel & Apartments

Aparthotel with free parking, a quick walk to Sumner Beach
Laundry facilities, free self parking, and free WiFi in public areas are available at this smoke-free aparthotel. Each apartment provides a TV with satellite channels, plus a kitchenette with a refrigerator, a stovetop, and a microwave. Netflix and a DVD player provide a bit of entertainment, and guests can also appreciate conveniences like an electric kettle and free tea bags/instant coffee.
Sumner Bay Motel & Apartments offers 12 accommodations with DVD players and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix. Accommodations at this 3.5-star aparthotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchenette

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra beds: NZD 20.0 per stay

Bathrooms

  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with satellite service
  • Netflix
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony or patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet friendly
  • NZD 20 per pet per night
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Free local calls

Location highlights

  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near the bay

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • 12 rooms
  • 3 floors
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 2004
  • Traditional architecture

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox, private entrance

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of NZD 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20.0 per stay
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 20.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: NZD 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 20.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20.0 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Sumner Bay Motel Apartments Christchurch
Sumner Bay Motel Apartments
Sumner Bay Apartments Christchurch
Sumner Bay Apartments
Sumner Bay Hotel
Sumner Bay & Apartments
Sumner Bay Motel Apartments
Sumner Bay Motel & Apartments Aparthotel
Sumner Bay Motel & Apartments Christchurch
Sumner Bay Motel & Apartments Aparthotel Christchurch

Frequently asked questions

Is Sumner Bay Motel & Apartments pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of NZD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Sumner Bay Motel & Apartments?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sumner Bay Motel & Apartments?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sumner Bay Motel & Apartments?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Sumner Bay Motel & Apartments located?

Located in Sumner, this aparthotel is within a 5-minute walk of Sumner Beach and Cave Rock. Taylor's Mistake Beach and Godley Head Lighthouse are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Sumner Bay Motel & Apartments Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 137 out of 193 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 193 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 193 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 193 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 193 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Room and property was great. Flexible and supportive of our needs. Would come back anytime!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place. Modern and convenient. Sumner is a great holiday spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great spot near the beach
Nice and close to the beach. Communication was great and the room had everything needed to cook a small meal. Outside of the busyness of Christchurch, this is a great town to visit and place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely clean rooms in a great location. Friendly staff as always. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
I really enjoyed my stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great weekend off the radar
Always great to stay here, great service as always, so easy to walkabout, lots of food and drink options
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay for location to village and beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Desiree

Great place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Samantha

Liked: Communication
Cute Beach motel
Cute motel in a convenient location. The town was also very cute.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We found the staff very helpful and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location, friendly staff and very clean and tidy facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tamu

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely place to stay- 2 mins walk to the beach, everything you need is in the motel. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Host were really flexible with check in and check out times, great location and goood value for money
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great hosts and location of the property. Walked on the beach, dined at the local cafe's.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean amenities-filled apartment centrally located to dining, grocery store, shopping, beach. Very friendly and helpful hosts. Enjoyed our stay and would definitely return. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Thank you for yet another gorgeous stay! Love the family room we get each visit. Super clean, lots of facilities and great staff - thank you! Sumner is such a beautiful place - love the beaches, people, local shops and restaurants. We will be back. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Back to off the radar
Always fantastic to stay here, new owners and they are top people, love Sumner, walkable, heaps to do and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved our stay - thanks team for having us! Love being directly opposite a great cafe too!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim

cation and staff was very friendly responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very friendly staff , great location , well equipped apartment
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Uday Hemchandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Convenient location. The bed could have been more comfortable. Easy walking distance to the beach and cafes.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Was in a great spot, close to amenities, walks, beach. Was clean and comfortable.

10/10 Excellent

Tushka

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Fantastic stay - great location.
This property was recommended to us as a great place to stay when travelling with your family dog. It didn't disappoint. Communication was fabulous, the apartment was clean and had what we needed for our stay. Fantastic location for access to beaches and walkways as well as Sumner village. Highly reccommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fabulous location close to beach and amenities, with safe parking on site for guests. Staff very friendly and helpful. Apartment was clean, very comfortable and well equipped. We had a great stay here and would love to stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location walking distance to beach and town restaurants etc Could not be better . Could not recommend more will be back
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024