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( 03-355 9731;
www.elmtreehouse.co.nz
; 236 Papanui Rd; r/ste $265/295; )
Built in the
1920s, elegant Elm Tree House has six stylish rooms and suites, a dining area leading to
sunny rose gardens, and a spacious, wood-lined guests' lounge with a working Wurlitzer
jukebox.
Fendalton
Anselm House
B&B $$$
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( 03-343 4260;
www.anselmhouse.co.nz
;
34 Kahu Rd; r $190; )
When we visited, post-
earthquake repairs were continuing on this architecturally interesting home, but guests
were still able to stay in the blissful 'river room', gazing over the gurgling Avon. Hope-
fully the 'rococo room' will be back up-and-running during the lifetime of this topic.
Fendalton House
B&B $$$
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( 03-343 1661;
www.fendaltonhouse.co.nz
;
28a Kotare St; r $165; )
There's only one
guest room available at this friendly, homestay-style B&B amid the pleasant streets of
leafy Fendalton. Rates include a cooked breakfast and free wi-fi.
Riccarton
Lorenzo Motor Inn
MOTEL $$$
( 03-348 8074;
www.lorenzomotorlodge.co.nz
; 36 Riccarton Rd; units $159-239; )
There's a Mediterranean vibe to this trim two-storey motel - the best of many on the
busy Riccarton Rd strip. Units range from studio to two-bedroom apartments and some
have spa baths and little balconies.
Roma on Riccarton
MOTEL $$$
( 03-341 2100;
www.romaonriccarton.com
;
38 Riccarton Rd; d $158-230; )
It may be the
mirror image of neighbouring Lorenzo, but they're completely separate businesses. Like
its twin, the units are all thoroughly modern, ranging from studios to two-bedroom apart-
ments.
