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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.

The couple who took care of us were exceptional

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9.2
Superb
610 reviews
Price from
£119
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.

A beautiful home, with the loveliest hosts. Treated us like family.

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9.5
Exceptional
160 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.

Everything absolutely gorgeous! Situation close to town center, lovely , clean rooms and very very friendly staff.

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9.2
Superb
693 reviews
Price from
£100
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
200 reviews
Price from
£102
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.

Spotlessly clean and very comfortable

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9.1
Superb
986 reviews
Price from
£78
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.

The hosts were great - had a great breakfast with thgem and other guests.

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9.2
Superb
528 reviews
Price from
£91
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.

Best hospitality, caring staff and clean cozy room as well. Classic, one of the most excellent hotel.

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9
Superb
908 reviews
Price from
£155
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.

A very high class boutique hotel which oozes comfort.

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9.1
Superb
47 reviews
Price from
£177
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.

Easy late access. Extremely comfortable. Great facilities in-room. Perfect location (for me)

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8.5
Very good
1,690 reviews
Price from
£121
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.

The room was spacious and tidy. The bed was very comfortable and the shower pressure was marvelous. The staff is friendly. It was my second time staying there and I wasn’t disappointed.

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8.5
Very good
1,204 reviews
Price from
£89
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
     · 1,095 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
     · 529 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.

  • The George
    Breakfast options
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 909 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.

  • Eliza's Manor
    Breakfast options
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 47 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
     · 2,428 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
     · 351 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.

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  • Jailhouse Accommodation
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,226 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.

    Quirky. Lots of history. Brilliant staff. Fun stay

  • Camelot Motor Lodge
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,430 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
     · 770 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
     · 809 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
     · 304 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
     · 458 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
     · 782 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

  • Airport Birches Motel
    Budget options available
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 657 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.

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  • Airport Christchurch Motel
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 961 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.

  • Colombo In The City
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,200 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.

  • Heritage Christchurch
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 558 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
     · 457 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
     · 919 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
     · 708 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
     · 465 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

  • Peppers Clearwater Resort
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 738 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

  • Alpha Motel
    Central location
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 507 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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Boutique hotels that guests love in Christchurch

  • Avg. price/night: £92.54
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4,153 reviews
    great design and nicely styled with quality fittings. The gardens were nice too.
    K
    Kristine
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £100.21
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 693 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: £124.18
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,009 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
  • Avg. price/night: £175.01
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 168 reviews
    Lovely boutique hotel which offers personalised service. We got upgraded to a junior suite which was an additional bonus. The bed was extremely comfortable giving a perfect nights sleep - the No1 priority in our book. The staff were very polite and helpful. The hotel offers onsite car parking and is well positioned, close to the centre of the city and its many facilities. Great place to stay.
    Stephen
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £76.24
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 529 reviews
    It was a delight to stay at Designer Cottage and the cottage could not be faulted in any way shape or form. The owner was very obliging and went out of his way to accommodate us which was greatly appreciated. It was a pleasure to communicate him and he was extremely timely in his responsiveness. We would have no reservations in booking to stay there on our return trips to Christchurch. It would in fact be our accommodation of choice compared to other places we have stayed when visiting Christchurch.
    Marcee
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £133.29
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,348 reviews
    Lovely design, I loved the ambient lighting options. The black and white entrance way was stunning
    Jess
    Young couple
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 13 reviews
    The place is lovely. Spacious and comfortable. It has all the little things you need for a short stay. You can even find grocery bags. The design is modern but also includes some rustic details which creates a nice feeling. The Owners are superfriendly and helpful.
    Andrzej
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £114.11
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 774 reviews
    Extremely friendly and helpful staffs. very unusual and stylish hotel room....quirky design,spacious,very very comfortable bed and pillows,Great location less than 5 minutes walk from the centre. I left some photos in the room and they emailed me within a very short time arrange to return them tome. Thank you all for the experience. Will definitely stay again.
    Aidan mile
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £229.18
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 24 reviews
    We were so comfortable and warm at Sevenoaks Getaway. The house is very well designed and is well equipped, it is definitely a home away from home! The owner was lovely to deal with and very willing to answer any questions that we had. We would definitely recommend Sevenoaks Getaway, especially to other families.
    Antonia
    Family with young children
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 26 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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