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The 10 Best Design Hotels in Christchurch, New Zealand

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The Classic Villa is a 5-star hotel located in Christchurch, and offers free Wi-Fi access. A Mediterranean breakfast is included featuring breads, croissants, cereals, cheeses, yoghurt and fresh seasonal fruits.

Superb location. The Off Centre festival was on so lovely to see the city busy. Jackie and Steve were so helpful and truly welcoming and genuinely interested in all the guests.

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9.2
Superb
608 reviews
Price from
£143
per night

Built in the 1895, Lilac Rose Boutique Bed and Breakfast offers free WiFi, an outdoor hot tub and free on-site parking. This B&B is located in Christchurch, just metres from local buses.

Offering luxurious rooms with included breakfast, Lilac Rose B&B is 10 minutes' drive from Christchurch International Airport. New Regent Street, Hagley Golf Course and Christchurch Art Gallery are within 10 minutes' drive.

Breakfast was good. Pam even left out continental for our early morning departure. Loved the garden room and Ralph. Very convenient to the downtown and airport.

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9.5
Exceptional
159 reviews
Price from
£84
per night

Orari Boutique Hotel is located in the centre of Christchurch, directly across from the Christchurch Art Gallery. Built in 1893, the heritage-listed home has been extensively refurbished and offers modern comforts including air-conditioning in all rooms.

The staff is very friendly and helpful. The location is great with walking distance to the arts centre and city centre. Facilities are basic but more than enough. There is also parking on site although the space is a bit small.

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9.2
Superb
688 reviews
Price from
£98
per night

Originally built in the 1880s, Merivale Manor offers elegant and luxurious accommodation with free WiFi access. Christchurch city centre is only a 5-minute drive away.

All rooms and apartments feature air conditioning, heating, flat-screen satellite TV, DVD player and iPod docking stations. Each has a dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator and en suite bathroom.

Staff were very pleasant and welcoming. Rooms were spotless and very comfortable. Would definitely recommend Merivale Manor

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9.1
Superb
198 reviews
Price from
£116
per night

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.

Fitted with heating facilities, all self-contained accommodation includes a kitchenette with microwave, refrigerator and coffee/tea making facilities. Select accommodation offer spa baths.

the owners were very welcoming , laundry facilities were great. place was clean and comfortable . nice to have sky tv

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9.1
Superb
976 reviews
Price from
£77
per night

Just 5 minutes’ drive from Christchurch’s city centre, Designer Cottage offers heated accommodation with a TV. The property features a beautiful garden with outdoor seating and barbecue facilities.

Designer Cottage Christchurch is 300 metres from Sydenham Park, and 15 minutes’ walk from AMI Stadium. Christchurch Airport is a 20-minute drive away.

Seamless check-in and they gave us our room sooner than expected. Lots of good advice from the host, who helped us plan our day, and the room and the breakfast were lovely.

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9.2
Superb
525 reviews
Price from
£104
per night

Centrally located in pretty Christchurch, overlooking Hagley Park and the River Avon, the George is a luxurious 5-star boutique hotel. Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi.

The George has repeatedly been recognised as ‘New Zealand’s Leading Boutique Hotel’ from 2006-2010 and 2012-2020.

The George hotel is the best. The room is very clean, modern, beautiful. I love it.

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9
Superb
914 reviews
Price from
£172
per night

Built in 1861, Eliza's Manor Boutique Hotel Christchurch is about 10 km from Christchurch International Airport and 7 km from Christchurch Railway Station. Hagley Golf Course is a 20-minute walk away. Each room has a private en suite bathroom, air conditioning, tea/coffee making facilities.

Beautiful, charming rooms and historic building. Awesome restaurant and breakfast. Lots of cute touches like lovely tea and wine, and cute, delicious cookies by the bed. The staff were also extremely accommodating and communicative with special requests. Great experience all around!

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9.1
Superb
46 reviews
Price from
£176
per night

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Christchurch City offers modern self-contained accommodation located in central Christchurch. All rooms have washing machines and clothes drying facilities.

These air-conditioned apartments feature kitchenettes, laundry facilities and an en suite bathroom offering luxury amenities and a hairdryer. The lounge area offers a flat-screen LCD TV.

The staff is extremely kind and helpful with all our reqirings, checking of railway booking, taxi, organization is perfect. Kitchen is well equipped so you could enjoy breakfast in bed as at home. Wash machine and dryer in the room is a charme

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8.5
Very good
1,727 reviews
Price from
£120
per night

Just a 3-minute drive from Christchurch city centre, Bellano Motel Suites offers accommodation with a kitchenette and a satellite flat-screen TV. Some rooms feature a spa bath or a patio. Guests enjoy free WiFi.

Room was clean, bed comfortable, location is good

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8.5
Very good
1,199 reviews
Price from
£88
per night

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These hotels offer something a little different in the way of design and usually sit in a trendy, urban part of town. More intimate than your average hotel, they offer high standards with a homely vibe.
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  • Commodore Airport Hotel Christchurch
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,069 reviews

    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.

    The staff are lovely and it has a really cozy vibe.

  • Designer Cottage
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 525 reviews

    Just 5 minutes’ drive from Christchurch’s city centre, Designer Cottage offers heated accommodation with a TV. The property features a beautiful garden with outdoor seating and barbecue facilities.

    Super friendly hosts, comfortable bed, tasty breakfast.

  • Eliza's Manor
    Breakfast options
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 46 reviews

    Offering restaurant and bar, luxury accommodation and a function facility with the ability to accommodate up to 80 people.

    A very high class boutique hotel which oozes comfort.

  • Fable Christchurch
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,423 reviews

    Located in the city centre, the Fable Christchurch offers chic accommodation with city views and free Wi-Fi. It is a 10-minute walk from the Christchurch Casino.

    Lovely view and comfortable bed and great location

  • The Grange B&B
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 350 reviews

    Featuring free gourmet breakfast, the Grange B&B is housed in a Victorian mansion built in 1874.

    The owners were lovely. Big beautiful clean rooms.

  • Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 804 reviews

    In the city centre, Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square is a 4.5 star, contemporary hotel, with city views in all rooms. It is walking distance from the Convention Centre and Hagley Park.

    Good service, Excellent room right in centre of cbd

  • Scenic Hotel Cotswold
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 797 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.

    We got room service and it was delicious and prompt.

  • Peppers Clearwater Resort
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 745 reviews

    Peppers Clearwater Resort is a stunning waterfront resort, just 8 minutes' drive from Christchurch Airport. The resort offers comfortable accommodation and breathtaking views.

    Location and restaurant great Bed very comfortable

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  • Jailhouse Accommodation
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,214 reviews

    Set in a refurbished 1874 building, Jailhouse Accommodation offers an on-site café and a guest lounge with a cinema projector. It is 10 minutes’ walk from Christchurch Railway Station.

    Fantastic ambiance! Highly recommend a visit here.

  • Colombo In The City
    Budget options available
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,194 reviews

    Colombo In The City is a modern motel located just 6 minutes’ walk from Christchurch's city centre and Christchurch Casino.

    Clean, very comfortable, close to the city. Quiet.

  • Camelot Motor Lodge
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,465 reviews

    Featuring a hot tub, an outdoor pool and 2GB of free WiFi daily, Camelot Motor Lodge is just 5 minutes’ walk from Hagley Park. It offers self-contained accommodation with cable TV and a DVD player.

    Perfect location, great sized apartment, loved the pool!

  • Vita Nova Motel
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 768 reviews

    Vita Nova Motel offers studios and apartments with free WiFi and free onsite parking. The motel is a 10-minute walk from the University of Canterbury and several shops, cafes and restaurants.

    Affordable Central to facilities and Uni Great staff

  • Metropolitan Motel on Riccarton
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 819 reviews

    Just 100 metres' from Westfield Riccarton Mall, Metropolitan Motel on Riccarton offers modern apartments with flat-screen satellite TV.

    Very nice place to stay and good customer service.

  • Quality Suites Amore
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 302 reviews

    Only 200 metres walk to the cinema, restaurants, bars and shops at Westfield Riccarton.

    Great location, well appointed room, lovely staff :)

  • Terra Vive Suites & Apartments
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 463 reviews

    Boutique apartment complex with private and generously appointed en-suited units.

    Great rooms for the 4 of us. Quick walk into city.

  • Salerno Motel Apartments
    Budget options available
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 781 reviews

    Salerno Motel Apartments offers luxury accommodation in central Christchurch, close to many bars and restaurants and 2 minutes' walk from Southern Cross Hospital and 12 minutes' walk from Christchurch...

    Very well looked after. Clean and well decked out

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  • The George
    Central location
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 914 reviews

    Centrally located in pretty Christchurch, overlooking Hagley Park and the River Avon, the George is a luxurious 5-star boutique hotel. Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi.

    Great luxury boutique hotel. Staff were fantastic.

  • Airport Christchurch Motel
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 968 reviews

    Just 5 minutes' drive from Christchurch International Airport, this hotel offers modern rooms with double-glazed windows, under-floor heating and flat-screen TVs.

    Location was good, place clean and very comfortable.

  • Heritage Christchurch
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 569 reviews

    Occupying a restored Italian Renaissance style building, the Heritage Christchurch hotel is located in Cathedral Square, which forms part of a popular shopping precinct.

    Lovely touch with the birthday card for my husband

  • Azena Suites & Apartment
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 468 reviews

    Located a 5-minute drive from Christchurch city centre, Azena Suites & Apartment offers self-catering studio apartments with free WiFi, free parking and laundry facilities.

    absolutely a amazing stay, great customer service!!!

  • Hotel 115
    Central location
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 921 reviews

    Hotel 115 is a 4-stars contemporary boutique hotel with 37 rooms. Positioned in the heart of the city only 3 minutes’ walk to Te Pae Convention Centre,1 minute from Cathedral Square and the iconic New...

    Great location and the staff were so accommodating

  • Cranford Oak Motel
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 714 reviews

    A protected 100-year-old oak tree easily identifies Cranford Oak Motel, which is situated 8 minutes’ drive from Christchurch City Centre. Guests enjoy free WiFi and free parking.

    No brekky but for the price more than happy thanks

  • 298 Westside Motor Lodge
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 458 reviews

    298 Westside Motor Lodge offers modern studios and apartments. All the guests have access to unlimited free Wi-Fi and free secure on-site car parking.

    great staff and great room I would stay here again

  • Airport Birches Motel
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 663 reviews

    Located in Christchurch, Airport Birches Motel offers self-contained accommodation with free WiFi. It is a 5-minute drive from Christchurch International Airport.

    nice place, handy to airport and staff very helpful.

  • Alpha Motel
    Central location
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 513 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi, Alpha Motel is just 5 minutes’ drive from Hagley Park. All accommodation includes a spa bath, a flat-screen TV and a DVD player. Free parking is also available onsite.

    Room size is good and very clean, friendly stuff.

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  • Avg. price/night: £99.72
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 688 reviews
    Beautiful boutique hotel with stunning art, gorgeous unique rooms, delicious continental breakfast, excellent location and very helpful staff. Excellent!
    Anthony
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £161.75
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 990 reviews
    Lovely stylish boutique hotel, great location to Christchurch city, parks and cycle trails. We were lucky to be staying for Waitangi and go to a free concert and fireworks
    Jane
    Young couple
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 49 reviews
    A well-designed, comfortable and stylish townhouse with a good location.
    Deborah
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £95.19
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,354 reviews
    Lovely design, I loved the ambient lighting options. The black and white entrance way was stunning
    Jess
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £94.95
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,630 reviews
    Great design , functional and stylish. Excellent shower and good facilities . Spotlessly clean.
    Patricia
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £161.75
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 990 reviews
    The hotel drawing room and coffee/tee facilities, the room (gorgeous interior design and building!), comfortable bed, pillows and generous towels.
    Veronica
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £117.85
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 4,883 reviews
    Just needed a room for overnight connection for international flight. 5 star luxury. Everything is gorgeous and pristine. Aaron at front desk was super and went the extra mile to make me feel welcome. I was tired and not feeling great so I ordered room service. Food is phenomonal gourmet classy and world class delicious. Was given an eta on delivery. Then they called to let me know it was ready and on its way. You just dont expect that. The extra touches of detail in the room is out of this world. 100% impressed.
    Howsan
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £104.49
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 525 reviews
    Wonderful stay in a charming cottage, room totally self-contained with a great en-suite. Comfy bed, clean. Wonderful breakfast with other guests and the owners in a well appointed dining room. Loved the quirky/designer interior decoration. Host provided advice for a restaurant, walking tour to the heart of the city. Would recommend and definitely stay again.
    Catherine
    Solo traveller
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 38 reviews
    This Villa definitely exceeded our expectations, so may times you see photos of houses to only be disappointed with what you get. It has a Lovely layout, whoever picked the pieces in the house should be a interior designer. Comfy beds, plenty of bathrooms, lovely and warm, kitchen has everything you need, outdoors is tidy, good clothes line and large picnic table. The welcoming chocolate biscuits were a lovely suprise.
    Tracy
    Family with young children
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 27 reviews
    Our studio/apartment and the whole complex was just breathtaking. From the moment you step inside the building it’s a place of beauty - stunning architecture and interior design with a gorgeous indoor pool, beautiful gardens and outdoor spa. Our room/apartment was very stylish and incredibly comfortable. Breakfast was lovely too, with fresh warm bread delivered in the morning. It was lovely to read about the history of the home in your book. We will absolutely be back to stay next time we are in Christchurch.
    Louise
    Young couple

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