9 Hereford Street The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora, 8013 Christchurch, New Zealand
#151 of 151 hotels in Christchurch
Guests' ChoiceBased on 932 hotel reviews
9.2Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.6
Location
9.8
Facilities
9.2
Staff
9.6
Value for money
8.8
Free WiFi
9.4
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 22 February 2024
Samuel
United StatesIt would be even better if it had a bar
Beautiful historic hotel but everything brand new. Very comfortable bedroom with all amenities including home made cookies!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 22 February 2024
Yulia
RussiaThe mattress is too soft, is like a hammock in some places. The check out at 10, which was non usual and strict, but then there was a queue at the reception. We could easily stay in the room until 11 either way. This rash is due to very limited staff that seem to respect the rules they exactly invented.
Historical building looking like Hogwarts with a great vine club restaurant, near Botanic Gardens and Museum. Beautiful design and atmosphere. Nice lounge downstairs.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 20 February 2024
John
Hong KongIn the bathroom no towels dryer, nothing else.
Excellent hotel, beautiful done in fantastic location ! Thank you for your hospitality
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 17 February 2024
Nhung
VietnamVery classic and unique boutique hotel with amazing design! One the most interesting hotel we've been. Its an old university building with rich heritage. Staffs are super friendly and supportive.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 16 February 2024
Carl
United KingdomThe breakfast was appalling. Do not take this option. You can get better food, cheaper and more enjoyable in the nearby market
It was very comfortable and the location was excellent
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 16 February 2024
Jane
United KingdomNothing
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
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 15 February 2024
Michael
United StatesNothing
Great location, great history, great room, great service. As good as it gets. Maja was an excellent host!! Professional and very informative and pleasant!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 14 February 2024
Kay
United KingdomBeing charged for parking ( this wasn’t made clear at all ) and for water !
Lovely hotel , great quiet location. Lovely rooms. Wonderful welcome when we arrived
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 13 February 2024
Mike
United KingdomLovely setting with close proximity to centre with high standard of accommodation
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 13 February 2024
Vivienne
Hong KongRoom was a bit noisy but in an old building this is to be expected.
Great location. Easy parking. Comfortable spacious room. Nice bathroom
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 13 February 2024
Paul
New ZealandNothing bad to report
Awesome boutique Hotel, great service, great location. Really well-appointed rooms.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 11 February 2024
Carole
United KingdomOur room was lovely! It was very comfortable and clean and all the facilities were perfect! The bed was superbly comfortable! The check-in was easy and the staff most helpful and friendly. We enjoyed a very nice breakfast. The sitting room was very relaxing and there was was a wonderful selection of books to browse through.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 6 February 2024
Dan
United StatesBeautiful hotel inside what used to be an observatory. Tastefully decorated, excellent location, extremely comfortable bedding, and complementary coffee and tea all day.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 5 February 2024
Jane
United KingdomLovely location close to the botanical gardens and walking distance into the center. Lovely building and nicely styled. Comfortable room and friendly staff.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 3 February 2024
Jo
New ZealandNothing!
Location for a city adventure is fabulous. Peaceful but close to centre of town I. Easy walking distance to city centre. Such a special building that has been restored. Staff are so helpful. Rooms are stunning
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 3 February 2024
John
United StatesA great adaptation of a former university science building to hotel use in a great location. Room was unconventional but fully functional. We walked or took tram for sightseeing. Many good restaurants close by.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 31 January 2024
Hannah
IrelandN/a
The bed was very confortable and it was a great location.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 25 January 2024
Philip
AustraliaThe hotel is in a fantastic historical old building that has been renovated in a stylish manner to achieve quality fit out and very comfortable with all you need for a stay in Christchurch. Great location within walking distance to all the main attractions. Staff were wonderful to deal with.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 24 January 2024
Raija
FinlandWe loved everything. Especially the library.
Simply amazing. One of the best hotel experiences ever - and we have had many. Such a lovely, historical college building, beautiful decor, cleanliness and perfect customer service. A beautiful room and bathroom, lovely bed and linens. We also liked the continental breakfast a lot. I have celiac diseace and had yet a good choise. The breakfast hostess earns our special thaks. Location in the Arts Centre was great with shops a lovely restaurants and a cafe. Sadly the antiquities museum was closed Mon - Tue. Also the museum tram has its stop very close. Keep up the service-minded spirit. Thank you! ♥️🇫🇮
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 23 January 2024
Carmelita
United StatesBreakfast, mainly breads, cereals with no eggs available. Room had little space for clothing. 90% of my luggage items remained in the suitcase. No place to sit except for the bed. There was no view outside my window and the drapes remained closed most of the time.
Beautiful hotel with the amenities provided first class. Exceptionally clean and staff very gracious.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 23 January 2024
Naomi
AustraliaLoved this hotel, the favourite of our NZ trip. So beautifully decorated with attention to detail. Loved the tea selection and relaxing lounge to enjoy a cup on our way in and out.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 21 January 2024
Ian
United KingdomNothing!
Friendly and welcoming staff Lovely room - spotlessly clean Comfy bed and excellent bathroom
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 20 January 2024
Alex
United StatesBreakfast was mediocre, carb heavy selection, and certainly not worth the extra cost given there is a very nice cafe steps away from the hotel. Much noisier than I expected (HVAC and mini bar were very noisy, and helicopters overhead for the hospital). Hard to stay asleep until I turned off the AC because it was located right behind the head of the bed and generated a lot of vibration.
Beautiful facility and exceptional staff. Comfortable bed and nice shower.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 19 January 2024
Leah
AustraliaModern, boutique with facilities and offerings to a an exceptionally high standard.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 18 January 2024
Jane
United KingdomNothing to report
A tasteful boutique hotel set in the art district/ installations and quiet calm
Stayed in January 2024
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