Originally built in the 1880s, Merivale Manor Motel offers elegant and luxurious accommodation with free WiFi access Christchurch city centre is only a 5-minute drive away All rooms and apartments feature air conditioning, heating, flat-screen satellite TV, DVD player and iPod docking stations Each has a dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator and en suite bathroom There is a bus stop located directly outside the motel, offering access to the city centre Addington Raceway is a 10-minute drive away It is a 15-minute drive to Christchurch Airport Guests at Motel Merivale Manor have free access to self-service laundry facilities and a guest library with magazines and book exchange Airport shuttle services can be arranged