Welcome to Kauri Motel on Riccarton

Things to see & do:

A great place to start is the Christchurch Tourism website The site contains alot of useful information on activities, things to see, do and learn about.  There's also a 'deals' page.

We're a family who are into cycling - road, mountain, track .. anything for two wheels! Christchurch is soooo cycle friendly for any age or ability.  For cycling info including tracks etc, a good place to start is the Christchurch City Council Recreational Cycling page. You can also check out Christchurch Adventure Park - walking trails, epic zip-lining and the wonderful scenic chairlift all the way to the top :-)


Anytime Fitness Riccarton: We have a gym membership available for our guests to use! This is subject to availabiity and our terms and conditions of use.


Riccarton Eateries: all recommended based on our experience (noting that we haven't tried everywhere in Riccarton ... yet!)

Bensons - authentic Chinese food for in restaurant dining (bookings recommended as this place can get really busy) or takeaway.  

Fox & Ferret - hearty pub grub and friendly service combined at this english themed pub

Rogues - a gem on Rotherham St serving morning til late (bookings recommended for weekends).  Wood-fired pizzas! 

Corianders (Bush Inn) - authentic Indian food for in restaurant dining, takeaway (discount on collection orders) or delivery. 

Park Ranger - amazing coffee and food. Open until mid-afternoon - very popular in the mornings and worth waiting for!

Velvet Burger - yep, good burgers. All tastes catered for and are licensed.  Look out for them on Facebook for their 'two for one' tuesdays code (online orders only)

Alligator Pizza - one of a kind pizza doorway shop just a one minute walk away. Often sells out early so best to place an order earlier in the day - when it's gone, it's gone

Dux Dine - a beautiful villa turned into a plant-based/seafood restaurant. Really lovely food and a nice spot for morning tea in their conservatory or garden.

Khmer Satay Noodle House Riccarton - just a one minute walk from the motel for an unfussy and deliciously authentic Cambodian/Thai meal or snack.