Must-see hotels in Christchurch

  • Eco Villa

    Christchurch

    There are only eight rooms in this beautifully renovated villa, each individually decorated with luxe fittings and muted colours. The lovely shared lounge…

  • Hotel Montreal

    Christchurch

    Handy to all the city sights and Victoria St's restaurants, this upmarket hotel occupies a revamped apartment building. Swanky suites are boldly styled in…

  • Jailhouse

    Christchurch

    From 1874 to 1999 this was Addington Prison; it's now one of Christchurch's most appealing and friendly hostels. Private rooms are a bit on the small side…

  • George

    Christchurch

    The George has 53 luxe rooms in a defiantly 1970s-looking building on the fringe of Hagley Park. Discreet staff attend to every whim, and ritzy extras…

  • Jucy Snooze Christchurch

    Christchurch

    Only a 10-minute walk from the airport, this flashpackers offers Japanese-style capsule beds in place of traditional dorms. The 'pods' are cosy and…

  • YHA Christchurch

    Christchurch

    Smart, well-run 100-plus-bed hostel conveniently located near Canterbury Museum and the Botanic Gardens. Dorms and doubles include many with en suite…

  • Pomeroy’s on Kilmore

    Christchurch

    Even if this cute wooden house wasn't the sister and neighbour of the city's best craft-beer pub, it would still be one of our favourites. Three of the…

  • Haka Lodge

    Christchurch

    Sprawled across three floors of a charming suburban house, Haka Lodge offers colourful bunk-free dorms and cheery doubles. Bonuses include a comfy lounge…

  • Christchurch Top 10

    Christchurch

    Family owned and operated for nearly 50 years, this large holiday park has a wide range of accommodation along with various campervan nooks and grassy…

  • Dorset House Backpackers

    Christchurch

    Built in 1871, this tranquil wooden villa has a sunny deck, a large regal lounge with a pool table, and great kitchen facilities. Dorms feature beds…

  • All Stars Inn on Bealey

    Christchurch

    Large, well-designed rooms are the hallmark of this purpose-built complex on the city fringe. Dorms have fridges, USB points and individual lights; some…

  • Focus Motel

    Christchurch

    Sleek and centrally located, this friendly-vibe motel offers studio, one- and two-bedroom units with big-screen TVs, iPod docks, kitchenettes and super…

  • Merivale Manor

    Christchurch

    A gracious 19th-century Victorian mansion is the hub of this elegant motel, with units both in the main house and in the more typical motel-style blocks…

  • Old Countryhouse

    Christchurch

    Spread between three separate villas, 2km east of Cathedral Sq, this chilled-out hostel has bright dorms, a reading lounge, and a lovely garden with…

  • Chester Street Backpackers

    Christchurch

    This relaxed wooden villa is painted in bright colours and has a sunny front room for reading. Rooms are cosy and colourful. Pipi the house cat is a…

  • Classic Villa

    Christchurch

    Pretty in pink, this 1897 house is one of Christchurch's most elegant accommodation options. Rooms are trimmed with antiques and Turkish rugs, and the…

  • Le Petit Hotel

    Christchurch

    Relaxed coffee-and-croissant breakfasts, friendly owners, elegant furnishings and close proximity to Sumner Beach make this charming B&B a definite oui…

  • Foley Towers

    Christchurch

    Sheltered by well-established trees, Foley Towers provides a range of well-maintained rooms and dorms encircling a quiet, flower-filled garden. Friendly,…

  • BreakFree on Cashel

    Christchurch

    This large, modern hotel in the heart of the CBD has options to suit all budgets. Rooms are compact and sharply designed, with smart TVs and sci-fi pod…

  • Fendalton House

    Christchurch

    There's only one guest room at this friendly, homestay-style B&B nestled among the leafy streets of Fendalton. Rates include a generous cooked breakfast.

  • Heritage Christchurch

    Christchurch

    Still standing grandly on Cathedral Sq, the 1909 Old Government Building owes its survival to a thorough strengthening when it was converted to a hotel in…

  • Airport Gateway

    Christchurch

    Handy for early flights, this large motel offers a variety of rooms with good facilities. The newer superior rooms are very comfortable; budget rooms are…

  • Lorenzo Motor Inn

    Christchurch

    There's a Mediterranean vibe to this trim two-storey motel – the best of many on the busy Riccarton Rd strip. There are a number of options available…

  • North South Holiday Park

    Christchurch

    Just five minutes' drive from the airport, this is a good place to start or end your trip. Spacious and leafy, it has a range of on-site cabins and units,…

  • Orari B&B

    Christchurch

    A classic 1893 home that has been lovingly updated with light-filled, pastel-toned rooms and inviting guest areas, as well as a lush front garden. A…

  • CentrePoint on Colombo

    Christchurch

    The friendly Kiwi-Japanese management has imbued this centrally located motel with style and comfort. Little extras such as stereos, blackout curtains and…

  • Around the World Backpackers

    Christchurch

    Friendly, well-run hostel with good facilities, Kiwiana decor and sunny back garden (complete with hammock and barbecue). Rooms are small but clean;…

  • Amber Kiwi Holiday Park

    Christchurch

    Lovely gardens and close proximity to the city centre make this urban holiday park a great option for campervaners and campers. Tidy cabins and more…

  • Eliza's Manor

    Christchurch

    An infestation of teddy bears does little to dint the heritage appeal of this large 1861 mansion. Wisteria curls around weatherboards, while inside the…

  • Roma on Riccarton

    Christchurch

    One of the many motels along the Riccarton Rd strip, this modern two-storey block offers clean, well-proportioned units ranging from studios to two…

  • Colombo in the City

    Christchurch

    Colombo's attractive units are equipped with Sky TV, CD players, double-glazed windows and spa baths. Options range from studios to two-bedroom apartments.

  • Vagabond Backpackers

    Christchurch

    This old place is reminiscent of a big shared house, with a grungy ambience that is matched by prices that are cheaper than most.

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