Christchurch

Consistently rated New Zealand's best boutique hotel, overlooking Hagley Park and the Avon River — impeccably run with just 53 rooms, a renowned restaurant and the personal attention of a truly world-class small luxury hotel.

A gracious DoubleTree by Hilton property in a stately manor on the Hagley Park boundary in Merivale — outdoor pool, extensive gardens and spacious rooms that feel a world away from the CBD bustle, just 15 minutes' drive away.

Christchurch's largest full-service convention hotel, prominently located in the emerging central city — generous rooms, an indoor pool and a reliable standard that suits both conference delegates and independent travellers alike.

One of Christchurch's finest post-quake boutique openings, in a handsomely restored art deco building in the new central city — thoughtfully designed rooms, a celebrated ground-floor restaurant and a genuine sense of local character.

Right on Cathedral Square at the symbolic centre of the rebuilt city — a well-run Accor hotel with comfortable rooms, many overlooking the square, and easy walking access to the best of the new central city.

A reliable mid-range option in the central city with an indoor heated pool and gym — comfortable, unpretentious rooms at prices that represent genuine value against Christchurch's more expensive neighbours.

A charming Tudor-style property in a leafy Merivale street — a well-tended garden, comfortable traditional rooms and a peaceful atmosphere that makes it a favourite with returning guests who prefer Christchurch's quieter north side.

A dependable Accor budget hotel well placed in the emerging central city — clean, functional rooms at Christchurch's most consistent budget price point, with the Cathedral Square tram and city attractions in easy reach.

One of New Zealand's best-rated YHA hostels — a purpose-built, well-managed facility in the new central city with an excellent communal kitchen, bike hire, a garden courtyard and dorm and private rooms for all budgets.

An exquisite Victorian villa converted into a small luxury boutique hotel in a Merivale garden — just 10 rooms, antique furnishings, a flower-filled garden and the kind of discreet service that boutique guests specifically seek out.