Mill House
Mill House, Pages Road, Netherby, Ashburton 7700, New Zealand- Historic
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English
Hotels in Ashburton8.3Excellent(293 reviews) 
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Academy Lodge Motel
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About this hotel
Modern Accommodations
Academy Lodge Motel offers stylish guest rooms with flat-screen TVs, private bathrooms, and well-equipped kitchens in select rooms to ensure a comfortable stay.
Tranquil Garden Setting
Relax in the peaceful garden or soak up the sun on the terrace, providing a serene environment away from the hustle and bustle.
Convenient Amenities
Enjoy complimentary WiFi throughout the property, free parking, and thoughtful touches like free toiletries, bed linen, and towels for a hassle-free experience.
Book now at Academy Lodge Motel for a rejuvenating stay in Ashburton.
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Important Information
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.
Stay Details
Check-in from
02:00 PM
Check-out by
10:00 AM
Parking
FREE
Children
Allowed
Pets
Not allowed
Amenities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Family rooms
Garden
Laundry
Express check-in/check-out
Facilities for disabled guests
Private parking
Private check-in/check-out
Daily housekeeping
Designated smoking area
Accessible parking
Wheelchair accessible
Toilet with grab rails
Outdoor furniture
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cashless payment available
Fire extinguishers
First aid kit available
Sanitized tableware & silverware
Contactless check-in/check-out
Invoice provided
Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
Smoke alarms
Guest room sealed after cleaning
CCTV outside property
CCTV in common areas
Face masks for guests available
Room Types
One-Bedroom Apartment
Up to 3 guests35 sqmTwin bed (90-130 cm wide), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
This apartment is consisted of of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. The well-fitted kitchen has a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven. This apartment is air-conditioned and features a seating area with a flat-screen TV, a tea and coffee maker, a dining area, a wardrobe, as well as a sofa. The unit offers 2 beds.
Sleeps
Up to 3 guests
3 adults · 2 children
Beds
Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
35 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerTVAir conditioningHair dryerRefrigeratorDeskSeating AreaFanToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomHeatingKitchenSofaDining area
Queen Studio
Up to 2 guests25 sqmQueen bed (151-180 cm wide)
In the kitchenette, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. This air-conditioned studio is consisted of of a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private bathroom as well as a patio. The unit has 1 bed.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
25 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerTVAir conditioningHair dryerKitchenetteRefrigeratorDeskSeating AreaFanToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomHeatingSofaHardwood or parquet floors
Studio
Up to 2 guests20 sqmQueen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Featuring free toiletries, this studio includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The well-fitted kitchenette features a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The studio has carpeted floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, air conditioning, soundproof walls, as well as a tea and coffee maker. The unit has 1 bed.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
20 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerTVAir conditioningHair dryerKitchenetteRefrigeratorDeskSeating AreaFanToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomHeatingSofaDining area
Deluxe Apartment
Up to 6 guestsKing bed (151-180 cm wide), 2 Twin bed (90-99 cm wide)
1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
Layout - 2 bedrooms, living room, and dining area
Internet - Free WiFi 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
Entertainment - 43-inch Smart TV with digital channels and Netflix
Food & Drink - Kitchen with stovetop, microwave, cookware/dishware, and electric kettle
Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets
Bathroom - 3 bathrooms, shower, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Laptop workspace and wardrobe or closet; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (surcharge) available on request
Comfort - Fresh towels (on request), air conditioning, and daily housekeeping
Accessibility - Hardwood flooring in room
Non-Smoking
Sleeps
Up to 6 guests
5 adults · 5 children
Beds
King bed (151-180 cm wide), 2 Twin bed (90-99 cm wide)
In-room amenities
ShowerAir conditioningHair dryerMicrowavePrivate bathroomHeatingKitchenHardwood or parquet floorsElectric kettleWardrobe or closetStovetopToasterToilet paperShampooDaily housekeepingPremium bedding
Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible
Up to 2 guests25 m2King bed (151-180 cm wide)
1 King Bed
269-sq-foot room with a patio
Layout - Separate dining area
Internet - Free WiFi 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
Entertainment - 43-inch Smart TV with digital channels and Netflix
Food & Drink - Kitchen with stovetop, microwave, cookware/dishware, and electric kettle
Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets
Bathroom - 3 bathrooms, shower, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Laptop workspace and wardrobe or closet
Comfort - Fresh towels (on request), air conditioning, and daily housekeeping
Accessibility - Hardwood flooring in room
Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
King bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
25 m2
In-room amenities
ShowerAir conditioningHair dryerMicrowavePrivate bathroomHeatingKitchenHardwood or parquet floorsElectric kettleWardrobe or closetStovetopToasterToilet paperShampooDaily housekeepingPremium bedding
Two-Bedroom Apartment
Up to 4 guests42 sqmExtra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide), 2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)
This apartment comprises 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. In the kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven. The apartment features parquet floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, air conditioning, soundproof walls, as well as a tea and coffee maker. The unit offers 3 beds.
Sleeps
Up to 4 guests
4 adults · 3 children
Beds
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide), 2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)
Room details
42 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerTVAir conditioningHair dryerRefrigeratorDeskSeating AreaFanToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomHeatingKitchenSofaHardwood or parquet floors
King Studio
Up to 2 guests27 sqmExtra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
Providing free toiletries, this studio includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. In the fully equipped kitchenette, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The studio features parquet floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, air conditioning, soundproof walls, as well as a tea and coffee maker. The unit offers 1 bed.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
Room details
27 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerTVAir conditioningHair dryerKitchenetteRefrigeratorDeskSeating AreaFanToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomHeatingSofaHardwood or parquet floors
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Guest reviews(293 total)
Provider-sourced guest reviews.
8/10
Reviewed Sep 19, 2026Roomy rooms, and tidy
Hot water pressure
6/10
Reviewed Sep 19, 2026Motel was convenient, bed was comfortable and the unit was clean and functional
The fridge was noisy, so we had to turn it off to sleep.
5/10
Reviewed Sep 14, 2026location
TV reception very poor basin and sink taps loose
9/10
Reviewed Sep 12, 2026Very clean. Wonderfully warm with heatpu.p Comfy bed. Good TV and easy to operate.
10/10
Reviewed Sep 3, 2026Good location lovely hosts very clean good value for money would definitely stay there again.
8/10
Reviewed Sep 3, 2026Friendly welcome, the room was nice and dark (no outside lights shining in)
7/10
Reviewed Aug 31, 2026No carpet or mat at bedside
8/10
Reviewed Aug 25, 2026Close to town
Nothing
7/10
Reviewed Aug 24, 2026We like the layout
You had to walk through the shower to get to the toilet
1/10
Reviewed Aug 23, 2026Nothing
Everything, the staff were not very nice to deal with.
8/10
Reviewed Aug 12, 2026N/A
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8/10
Reviewed Jul 10, 2026Bed was very comfortable and unit very clean
9/10
Reviewed Jul 6, 2026Everything light and bright. Great facilities
8/10
Reviewed Jun 20, 2026Friendly staff
Housekeeping came early
9/10
Reviewed Jun 17, 2026The welcome, clean and tidy, all I wanted
Nothing
8/10
Reviewed Jun 15, 2026Location good.
Shower door roller needs fixing. Fan in the bathroom is loud.
10/10
Reviewed Jun 14, 2026Comfortable beds, nice and clean, great staff…very accommodating owner.. Thank you..
9/10
Reviewed Jun 4, 2026No complaints, just what we expected
N/A
7/10
Reviewed Jun 1, 2026Person who checked us in very friendly and helpful with a good rapport.
Shower door needed adjusting and roller put back into bottom track and needs. Toilet seat loose and moved every time you sat on it. Needs tightening.
8/10
Reviewed May 31, 2026Clean and all facilities we required.
10/10
Reviewed May 29, 2026Room was exactly like the photos, clean, comfy, warm and a really good size. Everything I needed for my overnight stay and I would definitely stay here again. Really quiet room which was great. I liked having the little dining table and great to have a microwave. Staff were friendly
Nothing - it was great.
10/10
Reviewed May 26, 2026Very good rate. Helpful staff and a really good situation.
10/10
Reviewed May 25, 2026The host accommodated us wirh a disability and have us a more suitable room
No complaints
9/10
Reviewed May 17, 2026Good location for what we wanted. Staff were nice
Didnt like the bathroom much. We had been put into a disabled bathroom unit, but it was OK.
7/10
Reviewed May 16, 2026Lack of rails to hang clothes on in the bathroom
8/10
Reviewed May 10, 2026Clean room and comfy, warm bed.
Frustratingly slow shower water pressure. That old type of mixer should be replaced.
10/10
Reviewed May 6, 2026Very friendly and nice to talk to.you.
Nothing at all everything was awesome 👌
8/10
Reviewed Apr 27, 2026Clean.Nice decor
Yuk milk.Beds to hard
9/10
Reviewed Apr 25, 2026Our room was modern and the bed was lovely and very comfortable
Bathroom could be upgraded but it was clean and move than adequate
10/10
Reviewed Apr 25, 2026Nice and clean and comfortable accommodations
Everything was great
10/10
Reviewed Apr 21, 2026Super clean, well appointed, comfortable and in a quiet location. The bed was very comfortable and I slept better in it than I do in my own bed. The microwave oven, kettle and toaster were appreciated. Check in was friendly and easy. I'd definitely stay here again.
Nothing
7/10
Reviewed Apr 20, 2026Clean friendly staffer
Shower door rollers need attention fair walk from carpark with bags very clean unit
7/10
Reviewed Apr 15, 2026Warm and very comfortable bed. Very roomy.
Bathroom could benefit from a renovation
3/10
Reviewed Apr 12, 2026Nothing
Didn't like the fact that we paid for full use of hotel facilitys which werent working and we werent notified on arrival,,which could of lowered the stay,rooms were dirty,
10/10
Reviewed Apr 9, 2026Lovely cozy rooms, everything you could need at your fingertips. Shower had great water pressure. Will definitely be back
More glasses needed
10/10
Reviewed Apr 8, 2026Nice and peaceful. Great soft beds.Great location.
Couch could with an update otherwise everything is 😃 👍
9/10
Reviewed Apr 7, 2026Comfortable, quiet, very nice welcome and communication
10/10
Reviewed Apr 7, 2026I stay often, I like floor level, no stairs...always clean and comfortable
Something wrong with jug. No issues microwave worked perfectly to heat water
9/10
Reviewed Mar 28, 2026Congratulations to the new owners at this motel. Situated on a main road so it was easy to find. Good wifi, smart tv. Even though on a main road with the rail line opposite, our sleep was not disturbed at all. We had dinner at Phat Duck just a short walk away, very yummy meal, which was recommended by the owner.
7/10
Reviewed Mar 25, 2026Good space with plenty of plugs for devices in the rooms
8/10
Reviewed Mar 15, 2026Very good value for money and a very quiet location.
Some of the fittings were a little aged - but it was a good price and nice and quiet.
10/10
Reviewed Mar 6, 2026친절 유쾌
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8/10
Reviewed Feb 22, 2026Great for our over night stay
No dislikes apart from sound proofing could hear unit beside us quite well .
9/10
Reviewed Feb 12, 2026Location great, parking wonderful. Staff fabulous.
No instructions on how TV worked, but staff sorted it for us
10/10
Reviewed Feb 11, 2026Clean and spacious
All good
7/10
Reviewed Jan 19, 2026Location and it had a kitchen
Could have been a bit cleaner, dust on TV cabinet and around shower, skirting. Needed a good spring clean. Missed a radio
10/10
Reviewed Jan 19, 2026Nice and comfy
9/10
Reviewed Jan 19, 2026Great location. Friendly staff. We arrived quite late (9.30 pm ish) while they were out grocery shopping, so they opened up for us as soon as they could. Lovely big bed.
10/10
Reviewed Jan 8, 2026The rooms were very clean and staff was very friendly. They also had washers and dryers on the property for a fee.
10/10
Reviewed Jan 7, 2026Everything was perfect. We loved to stay there whenever we visit. Thank you😊
7/10
Reviewed Jan 7, 2026Pet friendly
Needs a revamp
9/10
Reviewed Jan 6, 2026I like that it was quiet and the right end of the town.
N/A
7/10
Reviewed Jan 5, 2026We liked that the bed was comfy and it was in a good Area.
The unit wasn't that tidy and had fluff and dirt around the edges in the bathroom. The bottom of the shower was dirty and the unit looked like it was being renovated and clearly not finished. As we needed a motel to stay at this was one of the cheapest ones. I am afraid we would not stay there again
9/10
Reviewed Dec 27, 2025Quiet location. Modern newly renovated unit. Owner was very nice and welcoming. Great value for money!
Could have done with a bit more crockery & utensils but all in all everything was great would stay again!
9/10
Reviewed Dec 17, 2025Nice comfy bed , well equipped kitchenette... parking near door ..
8/10
Reviewed Dec 2, 2025Price very good. Facilities good. Bed very good
7/10
Reviewed Nov 29, 2025Perfect place close to town
6/10
Reviewed Nov 26, 2025Friendly staff well located close to shops etc
Lots of noise from rooms on each side no sound proofing plus lots of train noise
7/10
Reviewed Nov 25, 2025Good basic travellers motel. Has everything you need, and is reasonably comfortable. Good parking right by your door. Very easy access from st highway 1.
4/10
Reviewed Nov 20, 2025Central
Curtains hanging of rails, broken blinds, mirrors not clean, poor quality toliet paper. Owners friends talking loud standing in drive way next to unit. Other people's cars parked outside unit and making loud banging and shouting late at night. Not enough complimentary coffee sachets and milk. Dirty and stained chairs at kitchen table. Tv too high on wall. Skirting boards needing clean as well as behind beds. Poor attention to detail. No teaspoons with cutlery.
Guest Feedback
Feedback themes are sourced from guest reviews provided by our data provider.
What guests love
- •Quiet location
- •Friendly staff
Areas to consider
- •Noise from other rooms
- •Cleanliness issues
Cleanliness
7.44/10Several reviews mentioned poor cleanliness issues, including dirty furniture and a strong smell.
Service
8.91/10High praise for friendly and helpful staff, with specific mentions of excellent service.
Location
8.95/10Multiple reviews highlighted the excellent location and proximity to town.
Room Quality
7.9/10Mostly positive sentiments regarding room comfort, although some mentioned noise issues.
Amenities
7.93/10Generally met basic needs, though comments about missing utensils indicate room for improvement.
Value for Money
8.39/10Good value for what was offered, as highlighted in multiple reviews.
Food and Beverage
8.44/10No specific comments but standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
8.41/10General sentiment is positive with indications of returning based on good experiences.