Pet-friendly hotels and homes in Canterbury

Wake up to stunning views of the Kaikoura Mountains and the sea at Panorama Motel. Our units are all ensuite and smoke-free. Every unit opens out onto either a patio area with outdoor seating or onto its own private balcony, to allow our guests to enjoy the panoramic views.

Parking is off-street, with enough space to park your boat or trailer. We are pet friendly, and love to welcome the whole family. We had a huge delay and arrived late. Annie at the reception left for us the unit open and prepared, and explained by mail very clearly how to find it, where to park etc. Parking was just in front of the door. The room had big windows with great views of the sea, and there was a sitting area outside, although it was too cold and windy to use it.

Free Wi-Fi access is available at Tuscana Motor Lodge, offering spacious studios and apartments with DVD player and LCD satellite TV. Christchurch city centre is only 10 minutes’ walk away.

Guests can use the BBQ facilities or dine at the many restaurants and cafés located within a 20-minute walk. Facilities include a tour desk and guest laundry. Pets are allowed by prior arrangement. Very nice unit - clean, well equipped, quiet. Great location - close to city and the park, with parking.

Located in Twizel, Ben Ohau Villa provides accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive. With garden views, this accommodation offers a patio. The villa has a picnic area and a hot tub. Location was private. Not a bad drive to Mt Cook.

Situated in Diamond Harbour, within 32 km of Christchurch Railway Station and 32 km of Christchurch Art Gallery, Taimana Boutique Motel features accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 32 km from Canterbury Museum, 33 km from Hagley Park and 47 km from Orana Wildlife Park. The rooms are fitted with a patio. Everything about our stay was 10/10! From friendly hosts, comfortable and clean rooms and an entire dog friendly park at the back of the motel - the entire experience was a great one!

In a prime location in the centre of Christchurch, Hotel Montreal offers free WiFi, a restaurant and free private parking for guests who drive. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Certain units at the property feature a balcony with a city view. Originally scheduled to stay for a couple of nights, my wife and I ended up with a serious case of the flu on arrival. We managed to extend our stay by an extra 3 days. This was a lifesaver for us and our dogs. The staff here are exceedingly kind and helpful, and I mean all of them. We have stayed at lots of places, at both ends of the spectrum but the Montreal is a whole other level of great. Beds,rooms,bathroom,balcony and basically everything else is top notch,100% spot on. Thank you so much for looking after us.

Set in Geraldine in the Canterbury region, Hewling's Manor has a patio and garden views. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. Guests can make use of a terrace.

The bed and breakfast has a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are offered in the bed and breakfast. The property has an outdoor dining area. An adoring place with the best imaginable host. Breakfast beautifully prepared in unique surroundings. Top marks!

Located in Rangiora and only 40 km from Christchurch Art Gallery, Ra-ata Farm provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. Guests can benefit from a patio and a sun terrace. The property is non-smoking and is situated 41 km from Canterbury Museum. The place was beautifully designed and clean. It had everything we needed during our stay. A very good continental breakfast was provided. Only 7 mins drive to town for food, very convenient location. Rose gave us a farm tour after we arrived. She was such a cheerful person, and very patient to my kids. She has two very loving dogs and my kids loved them. We had a Wonderful stay! Would highly recommend this place to everyone.

Featuring garden views, Rolleston Paradise-Master Bedroom with Ensuite Only provides accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 24 km from Christchurch Railway Station. Among the facilities at this property are private check-in and check-out and bicycle parking, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is located 25 km from Orana Wildlife Park. We liked the location which was perfect for our needs. The standard of cleanliness was exceptional, it was very comfortable, warm and quiet. I would certainly recommend Rolleston Paradise-Master Bedroom with Ensuite to friends and family.

Set in Temuka, Aalton Motel Temuka offers free WiFi. The motel has family rooms.

At the motel, all rooms include a wardrobe. Certain rooms also offer a kitchen with a fridge, an oven and a microwave. All guest rooms feature a safety deposit box. We loved that our unit was furnished more like a home than a sterile hotel. All units ground floor with parking in front. It was such a treat to be able to prepare a meal in the well-equipped kitchenette. Impeccably clean, roomy, homey, would that all motels could be this enjoyable.

Situated in Castle Hill, 17 km from Broken River Ski Field, Forest Lodge features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and barbecue facilities. 19 km from Craigieburn and 23 km from Porters, the hostel provides ski storage space. Guests can enjoy mountain views. This place is adorable and awesome to get your forest lodge experience. Margie, the care taker, is a beautiful soul and made us feel right at home