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Drifter Christchurch

Hotel in Christchurch

Well set in the centre of Christchurch, Drifter Christchurch provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

S
Sibylle
From
Germany
Absolutely fabulous accommodation! Excellent location!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,986 reviews
Price from
US$120.13
1 night, 2 adults

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

Hotel in Christchurch

Ideally situated in Christchurch, The Observatory Hotel Christchurch features a buffet breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property.

A
Alfred
From
Austria
I can absolutely recommend The Observatory Hotel. It’s housed in the characterful 19th-century Canterbury College complex, now an arts precinct, where the old departmental inscriptions are still visible on the façades. The hotel occupies the former science wing and is beautifully, thoughtfully updated—calm, quiet, and genuinely comfortable. I loved the interior palette: the rooms are styled with exceptional color sense, and the bed was both generously sized and very comfortable. Breakfast is served in a small upstairs room with a little terrace, and the ground floor offers several spacious lounges with a library, 24-hour coffee and tea, and a desk area—great for relaxing or catching up on work.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,447 reviews
Price from
US$268.89
1 night, 2 adults

The Mayfair

Hotel in Christchurch

Situated in Christchurch, 1 km from Canterbury Museum, The Mayfair features accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

G
Gareth
From
United Kingdom
Good central location, very modern, clean & efficient. Excellent food and wine in the restaurant. The staff were all very good.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,407 reviews
Price from
US$223.78
1 night, 2 adults

Golden Hotel

Hotel in Christchurch

Set in Christchurch, within 2.7 km of Christchurch Railway Station and 4.7 km of Canterbury Museum, Golden Hotel offers accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as...

F
Farha
From
Singapore
Staffs were friendly and accommodating. Easy to park car and I like that there is a little pantry in the room where you can heat up food.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,647 reviews
Price from
US$117.88
1 night, 2 adults

Sudima Christchurch City

Hotel in Christchurch

Situated in Christchurch, 700 metres from Christchurch Art Gallery, Sudima Christchurch City features accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

J
Jintao
From
Australia
Good location with convenient parking. You'll need to drive to get to the city center, but there's a commercial street nearby.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,301 reviews
Price from
US$191.48
1 night, 2 adults

Novotel Christchurch Airport

Hotel in Christchurch

Situated in Christchurch, 9.1 km from Christchurch Railway Station, Novotel Christchurch Airport features accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a garden and a restaurant.

K
Kana
From
Japan
The hotel staffs were so nice. The room was clean. The location is very convenient. We had a very nice rest.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 7,794 reviews
Price from
US$159.42
1 night, 2 adults

Commodore Airport Hotel Christchurch

Hotel in Christchurch

Situated just 5 minutes from Christchurch International Airport, this hotel offers a free 24-hour airport shuttle service, plus an indoor swimming pool, a hot tub, sauna and a fitness centre.

a
apinun
From
Thailand
free shuttle from and to the airport by hotel staff. very nice facilities such as indoor swimming pool, hot jacuzzi. very friendly and helpful staff with very good service mind.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,937 reviews
Price from
US$165.60
1 night, 2 adults

Tussock Hill Vineyard Retreats

Hotel in Christchurch

Situated in Christchurch, 7.8 km from Christchurch Art Gallery, Tussock Hill Vineyard Retreats features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

B
Bruce
From
United States
Excellent retreat for my wife and I. We were tired from lots of driving. The facility was what we needed to relax and recover. The meal and wine were excellent. Great place!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 175 reviews
Price from
US$190.86
1 night, 2 adults

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

Hotel in Lake Tekapo

Located in Lake Tekapo, Canterbury region, Grand Suites Lake Tekapo is set 44 km from Mt. Dobson.

Y
Young Uk
From
South Korea
super clean, good location and great view of tekapo
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 529 reviews
Price from
US$347.48
1 night, 2 adults

Oakview

Hotel in Hanmer Springs

Elegant Accommodation

Oakview in Hanmer Springs offers a 5-star experience with adults-only rooms featuring garden and mountain views.

D
Dhara
From
United Kingdom
The accommodation was very clean and comfortable l. We loved the facilities and didn't want to leave!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 128 reviews
Price from
US$227.35
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,029 reviews

Situated in Kaikoura, 100 metres from Kaikoura Beach, Sudima Kaikōura features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant.

From US$186.12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,324 reviews

Ideally located in Christchurch, Christchurch City Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a concierge service.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,118 reviews

Conveniently situated in the centre of Christchurch, Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street provides air-conditioned rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a restaurant.

From US$211.69 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 4,842 reviews

Carnmore Hotel Christchurch encapsulates modern design and innovation and is ideally located within a short stroll to the heart of the city and within close proximity to a number of Christchurch’s...

From US$229.87 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,060 reviews

Set in Christchurch, 1 km from Christchurch Art Gallery, The Muse Christchurch Art Hotel offers express check-in and check-out and free WiFi throughout the property.

From US$280.11 per night

Ski Time

Hotel in Methven
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,008 reviews

Just a 35-minute drive from Mount Hutt ski fields, Ski Time offers free WiFi and free on-site parking. It features an à la carte restaurant and a bar.

From US$83.92 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,886 reviews

Make the most of your city escape at Rydges Latimer Christchurch where comfort, convenience, and a touch of local flavour come together.

From US$330.07 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,877 reviews

Set amongst 5 acres of peaceful gardens, Chateau on the Park features a restaurant, bar, heated pool and fitness centre. It is just a 5-minute drive from the centre of Christchurch.

Budget hotels in Canterbury

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 77 reviews

The Waimate Lodges is offering accommodation in Waimate. This 4-star hotel offers a shared lounge and luggage storage space.

From US$67.36 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,742 reviews

Situated 5 km from AMI Stadium in Christchurch, Racecourse Hotel and Motor Lodge features free WiFi access and free private parking.

From US$78.59 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,179 reviews

The Garden Hotel, Christchurch features a restaurant, café and ample free on-site parking. It is 650 metres from Shirley Golf Course and 850 metres from Palms Shopping Mall.

From US$121.25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,053 reviews

Hotel Elms Christchurch features free WiFi and easy access to Northlands Mall, which offers 150 shops, 2 supermarkets, a food court and cinemas.

From US$146.01 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,235 reviews

Towers on the Park offers comfortable modern accommodation with free Wi-Fi and digital satellite TV.

From US$105.53 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 5,021 reviews

Centrally located next to the Botanical Gardens, Canterbury Museum and Hagley Park, Hotel Give boasts a range of accommodation including self-contained apartments, private deluxe rooms and shared-...

From US$115.64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,076 reviews

Centrally located, Scenic Hotel Cotswold offers rooms with free WiFi and flat-screen TV. It is just a short walk from Merivale Mall Shopping Centre and 10 minutes' walk from Hagley Park.

From US$148.76 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 170 reviews

Situated in Timaru, 1.3 km from Caroline Bay Beach, The Fort Timaru features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a bar.

From US$90.33 per night

Hotels in Canterbury that you can book without a credit card

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 175 reviews

Situated in Christchurch, 7.8 km from Christchurch Art Gallery, Tussock Hill Vineyard Retreats features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
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Located in Lake Tekapo, Canterbury region, Grand Suites Lake Tekapo is set 44 km from Mt. Dobson.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
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Situated in Lake Tekapo, 46 km from Mt. Dobson, Galaxy Boutique Hotel features views of the mountain.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,532 reviews

Crowne Plaza Christchurch is a 4.5 star hotel, located in the heart of the CBD, 2 minutes' walk from New Regent Street and 6 minutes' walk from Christchurch Casino.

From US$381.16 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,693 reviews

Set in Mount Cook National Park, The Hermitage Hotel features a range of rooms and suites all offering majestic mountain views, and most with views of Mount Cook.

Stay Timaru

Hotel in Timaru
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 140 reviews

Situated in Timaru and with Caroline Bay Beach reachable within 1 km, Stay Timaru features express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 698 reviews

Boasting stunning views of mountains, river and the valley, Bealey Hotel is within a 30-minute drive of 5 ski fields. It offers a restaurant, barbecue facilities and free on-site parking.

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From US$54.87 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 473 reviews
The owners were amazing people who meet my partner with a kind smile and a cool chat where very helpful and accommodating I had a bit of a mishap with the first payment being late by a day and so I rang and they were very understanding and kind and held my booking overall and amazing experience with a comfortable space with an amazing BBQ area and good facilities for a decent price!!
Guest review by
Amiee
New Zealand
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,388 reviews
✅ Thanks for free-upgrade ✅ The room is just next to lake Tekapo, Maybe 20 seconds walk to the lake edge, the views of lake Tekapo are truly stunning, especially at night time ✅The staffs are super nice and helpful ✅ The rooms are clean and tidy ✅ The kitchenware are well-stocked ✅ Private car park space at back of room
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Yiu Tung
Hong Kong
From US$180.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,831 reviews
Very tidy room. Really good breakfast with lots of stuff so everyone can find something. Helpful and kind stuff at breakfast and reception. Good food in the bar/restaurant that belongs to the hotel. Spa pool outside there as well.
Guest review by
Daniel
Germany
From US$246.99 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 702 reviews
It is located centrally in the Christchuch CBD, close to every attractions within the city such as the Riverside Market Place, Botanical Garden etc. Also, it is the biggest hotel in the Christchurch CBD. Highly recommended!
Guest review by
Heny
Australia
From US$38.17 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,319 reviews
The room was very spacious and had many amenities we didn’t expect, such as a full size refrigerator. The staff were very friendly and helped us with information on how to get around Christchurch
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CHRISTINE K
United States
From US$167.84 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 235 reviews
Fantastic stay loved the silo , lovely little cafe beside the silo stay, nice and quite but still not too far from a town . Silo was very clean and we really enjoyed it. 10 out of 10 😀
Guest review by
rooney
Ireland
From US$217.02 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 466 reviews
Perfect central location convenient to all amenities. Stunning bedroom and facilities in the room. You could actually live in those rooms long term as they provide everything you need.
Guest review by
HK View
Hong Kong
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 51 reviews
Excellent and thoughtfully-prepared meals. All staff members we interacted with were extremely warm and friendly. Stunning views of the lake and night sky.
Guest review by
Vanessa
Singapore
From US$1,007.62 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews
Beautiful room. Some interesting technology in the room! Lovely views and very comfortable. Food best we had in >6 weeks in NZ.
Guest review by
Peter
United Kingdom
From US$94.03 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 872 reviews
Room perfect and spotless I love staying at Top 10 holiday park close to the shops and cafe with beautiful scenery mountain
Guest review by
Elly
Australia
From US$330.07 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,886 reviews
Last minute booking an hour before we arrived and it was perfect. So clean, staff friendly and rooms lovely and comfy.
Guest review by
Ellen
United Kingdom
From US$167.28 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 589 reviews
On arrival the welcome was so friendly and informative. Our room was spotless and extremely comfortable and private.
Guest review by
Debbie
New Zealand
From US$175.98 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,169 reviews
Room was spectacular with great views, great size. Spa bath best we have used. Facilities top class
Guest review by
Donnajg
Australia
From US$308.18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 853 reviews
Super friendly staff and proximity to the city centre
Guest review by
Christine
New Zealand
From US$91.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 396 reviews
The beautiful new two bed cottages are excellent!
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Luciana
Switzerland
From US$61.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,052 reviews
Perfect accommodation for travelling around NZ.
Guest review by
Mark
United Kingdom
From US$175.45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 5,833 reviews
Big room, nice beds, good breakfast.
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Miranda
Netherlands

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10

We were very lucky to have hot weather so enjoyed walking...

We were very lucky to have hot weather so enjoyed walking around town and the botanical gardens. When we return at the end of our trip we’ll visit some galleries and museums. We loved the riverside markets for dinner.
Guest review by
Karl
Australia
10

A quaint town that is known for its dark skies -- it was a...

A quaint town that is known for its dark skies -- it was a wonderful experience stargazing at night. During the day, the lake provides a wonderful backdrop for pictures and the area is rich in history. We also enjoyed the fish and chips by The Better Batter -- definitely a must try!
Guest review by
Regina Joyce
Singapore
10

Highly recommend Kaikoura to anyone & everyone.

Highly recommend Kaikoura to anyone & everyone. This is our most favourite holiday destination. The coastline is absolutely stunning as soon as you arrive in Kiakoura. Just absolutely stunning coastline.
Guest review by
Anonymous
8.0

It was not the best time to visit what would normally be a...

It was not the best time to visit what would normally be a lovely alpine village, due to a recent major storm event which felled a large number of trees. All the cycling and walking tracks in the forest were closed. We also had trouble with some driving, due to road closures not identified on websites. I enjoyed the thermal pools, despite it being wet at the time. The heating pools kept you warm and there was some shelter in the rain. I was glad to get a good discount on standard entry. It snowed whilst we were there, and it was very scenic seeing the big peaks snow covered in late October. We walked through light snow in the nearby Lewis Pass. We enjoyed some nice food in local cafes and assembled a healthier meal from a trip to the local 4 Square. I would like to come back when the tracks are reopened.
Guest review by
Allison
New Zealand
8.0

Didn’t do much in Twizel itself as it was for us just a...

Didn’t do much in Twizel itself as it was for us just a stopover on a long roadie, and we had been in the area before. But there is heaps to do and see within a short drive. We had our own food with us so didn’t eat out. The camp kitchen was great.
Guest review by
Paul
New Zealand
10

Mount Cook Village is a great location if you are planning...

Mount Cook Village is a great location if you are planning to do some walks in the area. We did the Hooker Valley Track, Sealy Tarn Track, and the Tasman Glacier View after which we were exhausted and travelling to another location would have been a bit much. Staying at the village was the best decision. At night you can travel slightly out to get the most exceptional views of stars and in the morning you wake up to unbelievably beautiful views of mountains. If you are lucky you might just get some snow.
Guest review by
Waldo
New Zealand
10

Timaru is a delightful town set in mid Canterbury, and is...

Timaru is a delightful town set in mid Canterbury, and is strategically located so one can enjoy day trips inland. The town itself is prosperous. Caroline Bay is a delight, and has been developed to be a destination for families in particular. There are a range of eateries to cater for different tastes and pockets! An interesting range of cultural attractions worth viewing too.
Guest review by
Mark
New Zealand
10

We loved the French village vibe.

We loved the French village vibe. The shops and cafes are lovely. At The Brasserie, I mentioned it was my husband’s 70th birthday and the owner brought out a caramel slice with a candle! Loved walking along the waterfront and enjoyed a short bush walk with views, near the lighthouse. The Tini House is in a superb setting right by the water and also great gin cocktails and pizza. We had a wonderful birthday dinner at Ma Maison with a lovely waitress. Had a superb wine tasting at Caldera Estate with oysters and a freshly baked seed loaf with olive oil and herb butter. Lovely staff, especially our French waitress, Solene. The bakery in the village bakes delicious bread daily, and the butchery has superb meat products and an excellent variety of deli items. Had a great pizza lunch at French Farm Estate and enjoyed chatting with the friendly family who own it.
Guest review by
Rae
New Zealand
8.0

Pleasant and friendly country city with easy access and...

Pleasant and friendly country city with easy access and roads. Quality shopping and food outlets. Close to rivers, lake and mountains and handy on why to Dunedin. Two very interesting museum - aviation and old world. The park gardens are superb for walks and picnic.
Guest review by
Nevin
New Zealand
10

A great little town with so much to offer.

A great little town with so much to offer. The Blue Pub had great food suitable for all the family's tastes. Everything you could want is available in the town. Lots of activities to do and the Opuke Pools are a must. We had the kids with us so didn't get to experience the adults only side of things where private pools and dining are available.
Guest review by
Doon & Steve
New Zealand