Christchurch City Hotel, Christchurch ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

699 Colombo St, Christchurch, New Zealand, 8011

Christchurch City Hotel offers chic accommodation with stunning city views, including panoramic vistas of the Port Hills and iconic Cathedral Square. The 4-star hotel provides 24-hour reception, a rooftop bar, and a range of room types designed for modern comfort. Guests can enjoy attractions, dining, and shopping just a short stroll away.

Rooms & Amenities

Christchurch City Hotel features 46 rooms including Executive Studios and Executive Suites with contemporary furnishings and air conditioning. Each room is equipped with a laptop-friendly workspace, free WiFi, Smart TV, and tea and coffee-making facilities. Some options provide views of the cathedral or city.

Dining Options

The One Restaurant & Bar serves breakfast daily and has a happy hour, offering local wines and a rooftop view. Guests can utilize nearby restaurants such as Hachi Hachi and Robert Harris Café for additional dining options. The hotel’s bar area can accommodate 45 guests and features a flexible layout.

Leisure & Local Area

Leisure activities include exploring the Christchurch Botanic Gardens and the nearby Arts Centre. Guests have access to valet parking, secure parking within a two-minute walk, and can arrange e-scooter or electric bike rentals to navigate the area. The hotel is situated in a shopping district with attractions like New Regent Street close by.

Business & Services

Business travelers will find easy access to local conference facilities at Te Pae, Christchurch Convention Centre just a short walk away. Amenities include a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and luggage storage. Complimentary WiFi is available throughout the property.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Executive Suite

Max:

2 persons

58 m²

City view

Shower

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Superior Studio

Max:

2 persons

28 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

City view

Shower

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King Room No Windows

Max:

2 persons

31 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Getting around

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City Centre

Christchurch100 m

Airports

Christchurch (CHC) 10.7 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spotless Comfort

“Our room was pristine, with a comfortable bed that made every night’s sleep a delight.” view full review

Delicious Dining!

“The rooftop restaurant offered a cozy atmosphere and mouthwatering meals that left us wanting more.” view full review

Amazing Shower!

“The bathroom was equipped with an very nice shower that had the most fantastic water pressure I’ve ever experienced.” view full review

Spacious Relaxation

“The living space in our room was spacious and tastefully decorated, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
VIP check-in/ -out
Concierge desk
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid shuttle service
Room service
Housekeeping
Tours/Ticket assistance
Grocery shopping service
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Facilities for people with disabilities

Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

699 Colombo St, Christchurch, New Zealand, 8011

Map view

699 Colombo St, Christchurch, New Zealand, 8011

City landmarks

Museum

Canterbury Museum

980 m

Gallery

Christchurch Art Gallery

760 m

Museum

Quake City

720 m

Corner of Armargh and Gloucester Streets

Victoria Square

610 m

Park

Hagley Park

1.5 km

Fountain

Peacock Fountain

880 m

86 Kilmore Street Central City

Christchurch Town Hall

830 m

Park

North Hagley Park

1.6 km

33 Rolleston Avenue

Christ's College

1.0 km

Casino

Christchurch Casino

1.0 km

63 Riccarton Avenue South Hagley Park

Hagley Oval

1.7 km

Church

Christchurch Cathedral

1.2 km

Amusement Park

Margaret Mahy Family Playground

830 m

Nearby

Bridge

Bridge of Remembrance

280 m

Church

Cardboard Cathedral

570 m

Square

New Regent Street

450 m

Corner of Cashel and Madras Street

185 Empty White Chairs

590 m

Montreal St

2011 quake memorials

590 m

Worcester Street Central City

Latimer Square

300 m

Oxford Terrace

Kate Sheppard Memorial

490 m

105 Cathedral Square

Godley Statue

170 m

Waterloo Place

Statue of Robert Falcon Scott

270 m

68 Oxford Terrace Corner of Oxford Terrace and Montreal Street

Canterbury Earthquake National Memorial

470 m

Mall

Re:START Mall

330 m

Square

Cathedral Square

160 m

100 Cathedral Sqiuare Next To The Christchurch Cathedral

Chalice Sculpture

210 m

Museum

CoCA - Centre of Contemporary Art

450 m

Cashel Street

530 m

Corner of Gloucester and Colombo Streets

Tree Houses for Swamp Dwellers

580 m

From Cathedral Square to Rolleston Avenue Central City

Worcester Boulevard

230 m

Restaurants

Robert Harris Cafe

70 m

12 Hereford Street YMCA Building

Hachi Hachi Hereford Street

70 m

120 Hereford Street Inside of BNZ Centre Building

ArboCafe

130 m

265 High Street ANZ Centre

The Burger Joint

90 m

Shop 6 78 Brighton Mall

Oopen Restaurant

120 m

107 Hereford Street

Your Place Cafe and Bar

210 m

254 High Street

O.g.b

230 m

28 Cathedral Square

Gumption Restaurant & Bar

130 m

14 Cathedral Square

Sweet Soul Patisserie

180 m

126 Cashel Street

The Craft Embassy

260 m

126 Oxford Terrace Level 1

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

76%

liked the hotel and would stay again

central location

varied room views

limited dining

messy shower curtains

7.6/10

Very good

Rooms

7.3

Location

9.0

Service

8.3

Dining

6.7

Samuel

United Kingdom, March 2024

8.6/10

The hotel is perfectly situated in the center of downtown Christchurch city, making it convenient for exploring all the inner city activities. The rooms offer a nice view and have a full shower, but some rooms face an office block which is not ideal. The shower curtain can be a bit messy at times. The staff provides excellent service, offering housekeeping, grocery shopping service, and a helpful shuttle service. The location is superb, allowing easy access to all the nearby attractions by foot. The dining experience is satisfactory with typical dishes available. The hotel facilities are modern and convenient.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms offer a nice view and have a full shower, but some face an office block. The shower curtain can be messy.

Service

9.0

The staff provides excellent service, offering housekeeping, grocery shopping service, and a helpful shuttle service.

Location

10.0

The hotel is right in the center of everything, making it perfect for exploring downtown Christchurch city on foot.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience offers typical dishes for a satisfactory meal.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel boasts modern and convenient facilities for a pleasant stay.

Josh

United Kingdom, November 2023

7.8/10

The hotel is perfectly situated in the heart of everything, offering convenient access to great restaurants. The rooms vary in views, with some featuring a messy shower curtain while others offer a pleasant vista. The full shower option adds to the comfort of the stay, but the office block view may not suit everyone.

Rooms

7.0

Some rooms have a messy shower curtain, but others boast a nice view.

Service

9.0

The housekeeping was impeccable, and the welcome drink was a nice touch.

Location

8.0

The hotel is right in the center of everything, making it easy to explore the city.

Dining

7.0

The toasted sandwiches provided a convenient dining option.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers a grocery shopping service and tours/ticket assistance for added convenience.

Kevin

United Kingdom, July 2023

7.2/10

The hotel offers a convenient location in the center of the city, exactly what we wanted. The rooms vary, some with nice views and others facing an office block, while the shower curtains can be a bit messy. Service is satisfactory with options like housekeeping and shuttle service. The dining options are limited but include some meat and fish dishes. Overall, a decent choice for those seeking a central location with various room views.

Rooms

7.0

Rooms are varied, with some offering nice views and others facing an office block. The shower curtains can be a bit messy.

Service

7.0

Service is satisfactory, offering options like housekeeping and shuttle service.

Location

9.0

The hotel is in the center of the city, exactly what we wanted, close to everything including the bus interchange and tram.

Dining

6.0

Limited dining options with some meat and fish dishes available.