I like the location, because the location was not only visible and easy to find just beside the road, but also it was very convenient to where I want to go. The shoppings and other services were close by and just easy to walk to and fro. Also, I like the room, it was clean and very comfortable and inclusive by providing a smoking area for smokers with a table and chairs, were a guest of two can have a cuppa tea or alcohol, etc... My family loved it. The kitchen, bath, living room, internet and others were lovely and comfortable.

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Just want to thank the lovely family who manage the Vita Nova Motel for a great stay. We landed at midnight and we were able to arrange a late checkin. The unit was really clean, bed was so comfortable, Netflix to chill out at night, had all the necessary amenities and great service. Daily house keeping was excellent, she was thorough and showed great attention to detail. Laundry facilities were useful. Location was great, central to everything. Would definitely stay again. Thanks again.

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Clean and cozy. Wonderful owner, very nice!

I booked a two bedroom, one bath apartment for three of us. The picture shown included upstairs bedroom loft, bed downstairs apart from living area, large bathroom! When we walked in, the size was REALLY small! Too small for three of us. When I spoke to the owner about it, she said I booked the “compact” unit😲 She would have moved us but there was no availability for the regular “apartment”. She was very kind and wanted to help us out but she was booked. If you book here, make sure you book the right room. There is an apartment, a compact unit, and a regular one bed room.

Well-appointed unit where space is used cleverly. Clean tidy rooms, comfortable beds, no complaints! Would definitely stay again. The host was friendly and actually escorted us to our room to ensure we would be happy with it. This was a nice touch and rare these days. Most recently, I've been given instructions to find our toom and left to it, so I appreciated the extra effort at this motel.

Can't think of anything to complain about...

Everything was clean and tidy, friendly and easy check in, perfect for our weekend requirements. While the particular room we had was quite compact for 4, it was exactly as we booked and had everything we needed.

A wee bit noisy on the first night (Friday) but unsure if it was other guests or neighbours. But that's always a possibility staying in a motel so we weren't too worried

Located along Riccarton Road, the property is easy to find and has off-street parking. The room was very quiet and traffic noise is not an issue. The room was clean and comfortable.

There is nothing the property managers can do but noise from neighbouring rooms is an issue, especially if they decide to sit outside and chat loudly in the early morning hours. Seemed odd that there is a hotplate in the room, but no cooking equipment.

Perfect location to explore schools and access to city centre; very quiet; the loft design made it feel much more spacious for 2 adults and 1 child on a 4 night stay (the extra bed for our daughter actually made it more homely); very comfortable beds and linen, clean, lovely warm in winter, Netflix, handy kitchenette; and good sized bathroom. Friendly staff.

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Was clean, quiet and handy. Kind and friendly staff

That we waited for ages to be able to check in and no one answered the doorbell we went had lunch and called phone number before returning to check in a 4th time. Was the only downfall sadly that check in was 2pm.

I have stayed here on frequently since 2013. The owners are very nice and helpful also. Nothing is too much for them. I love the 1 bedroom which has the lounge downstairs with a smart TV. There is a stove top and a microwave. A small balcony. Also I walk to 2 shopping centres. Bush Mall, and Westfield Riccarton, which is huge with a massive supermarket called Pak and Save. There are lots of restaurants in the area. The bus that goes to the CBD is just a short walk from the motel. All in all I love it.

The only thing is the bedroom upstairs needs a ceiling fan or aircon. The aircon downstairs doesn't reach when it's warm.

Loved the split level when you walked in and how the bedroom was separate from the rest of the suite. It was very clean and welcoming and mostly comfy - The comforter was like a cloud.

The pillows were a harder memory foam and made it quite uncomfortable for us - It helped us realise we didn't like them though so saved us money in the future! Sitting area was a wee bit uncomfortable too with the 2 smaller armchairs. A small couch would've felt a bit more cosy to watch TV in downtimes. I would stay here again though, I'd just pack my own pillows :)