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CHRISTCHURCH ACCOMMODATION

The following is just a sample of some of our more popular  properties in this area. It is by no means a comprehensive listing of available accommodation for this town or region. Please feel free to contact us for more choices or assistance with booking properties other than those listed here. 

AIRPORT HOTELS

Copthorne Hotel Commodore
449 Memorial Avenue

Located near Christchurch Airport and Russley Golf Course and 11 km's from the city centre, the hotel has 105 air conditioned centrally heated ensuite rooms with TV/Radio, fridge, minibar, tea/coffee making facilities, licensed restaurant, bar, 24hr reception/room service, business centre, indoor swimming pool, sauna, gym, guest laundry, parking and 24 hour airport courtesy transfers.

Sudima Hotel Grand Chancellor
Corner Memorial Avenue and Orchard Road

Located 11 km’s from the city centre, within walking distance to the airport and adjacent to the Antarctic Centre, the Sudima Hotel Grand Chancellor offers 156 centrally heated, air conditioned rooms with TV/Radio, fridge, minibar, tea/coffee making facilities, 24hr reception, restaurant and bar, business centre, swimming pool, guest laundry, parking and courtesy airport transfers.

Russley Hotel
73 Roydvale Avenue

Just 3 minutes drive from Christchurch International Airport and 15 minutes from Christchurch city centre. The Russley Hotel has 71 spacious studio rooms, including double, triple and quad rooms. Interconnecting rooms are available for families and groups. All rooms feature tea/coffee making facilities, SKY TV and hairdryers (available from reception). Guest facilities include car parking, complimentary airport transfers, dry-cleaning service, guest laundry, swimming pool and BBQ areal licensed restaurant, bar and internet kiosk.

DELUXE
 

Crowne Plaza Christchurch
Corner Kilmore and Durham Streets

The warm setting of the 298 room and suite Crowne Plaza Christchurch is not only reflected in the stylish rooms, sumptuous restaurants and spacious public areas, but most importantly, it permeates through the attentive yet unobtrusive service of the committed and dedicated team.
Ideally situated central to Victoria Square and beside the Avon River, Crowne Plaza Christchurch has the city at its doorstep. It is physically linked to the Christchurch Convention Centre and adjacent to the Christchurch Casino and is just minutes from the central business district and all leading city attractions.
All guest rooms and suites have AM/FM radio alarm clock, bathrobe and bathroom amenities, tea and coffee maker,  hairdryer,  Internet access,  iron / ironing board,  in- room movies,  mini bar,  private bath, private shower,  air conditioning,  remote control TV,  refrigerator,  voice mail,  work desk with lamp.
Crowne Plaza Club floors offer little extras including a complimentary continental breakfast and evening drinks in the Club lounge.
The Hotel offers 24 hour reception and room service, an on site gymnasium, massage service (additional cost), free use of cycles, meeting and conference facilities, three restaurants - Victoria Street Café, Canterbury Tales, Yamagen Restaurant and three bars.

Outrigger at Clearwater Resort
Clearwater Avenue, Harewood, Christchurch

The Outrigger at Clearwater Resort is set within 465 acres of manicured landscape yet just 7 minutes from Christchurch International Airport and 15 minutes to the CBD.
Stay in luxurious comfort in lakeside rooms, 1 bedroom suites or 2 bedroom apartments with full kitchen, all with tranquil water views. All rooms have either a super-king bed or two super single beds with electric blankets feather bedding and separate bath and shower.
The property offers an 18 hole professional golf course designed by Bob Charles and is home of the NZPGA championship. Guests can also enjoy the driving range, tennis courts, extensive walking trails, mountain bikes and on-site fly fishing.
 

FIRST CLASS

The Millennium Hotel (4 star)
Cathedral Square, Christchurch

Millennium Hotel Christchurch, with its 179 rooms, is located in the heart of Christchurch - in picturesque Cathedral Square, suited for business, shopping and only minutes from the city's key tourist attractions - including the Christchurch Casino. All rooms are fully airconditioned and equipped with colour TV (including a personal selection of over 30 videos), refrigerator, minibar, tea and coffee making facilities, direct dial telephone, personalised voice mail, individual safes, iron and ironing board, hair dryers and electric blankets.
Restaurant Piko Piko is elegantly decorated with polished jarrah timber floors and shutters, marble columns, fine artwork and bronze sculptures providing an air of timeless elegance to which the international chefs add their culinary delights in an entertaining and truly hospitable manner. The Millennium Lounge and Mezzanine has a magnificent outlook over the heart of Christchurch - 'The Cathedral Square'.

Heritage Hotel
Cathedral Square, Christchurch

The 135 room and 40 suite Heritage Christchurch is in the vibrant heart of this most 'English' of cities, right on Cathedral Square. Here you can choose from the very best of both worlds. Stay in the modern hotel or in the historic turn-of-the-century Old Government Building that has been lovingly restored to provide a blend of old world charm and contemporary comfort. The sweeping grand staircase and original stained glass windows create an atmosphere of classic elegance which is echoed throughout the hotel, perfectly matched by service and facilities of international quality.
All rooms have mini bar, iron and ironing board, Sky TV channels,  radio alarm clock,  movie link pay movies,  modem access,  remote-control TV,  hairdryer,  refrigerator, IDD telephone,  tea and coffee,  complimentary quality toiletries,  Rooms for the physically less able,  some rooms with kitchenette.
The hotel offers a cocktail bar and restaurant,  24 hour reception,  room service & concierge,  heated indoor lap pool,  day spa, the  “Champs-Elysees”, sauna,  well equipped gymnasium , conference and meeting facilities, baby sitting service,  complimentary daily newspapers,  retail shops, complimentary valet parking and guest lounge.

QUALITY
 

Rydges Hotel Christchurch
Corner Oxford Terrace and Worcester Street, Christchurch

The 209 room Rydges Christchurch enjoys a reputation as one of the South Island's finest hotels. The hotel is ideally located in the central business district and overlooks the picturesque Avon River. It is only a few minutes walk to the shopping and restaurant district.
The 95 standard rooms and 108 deluxe rooms all have Individually controlled room air-conditioning/heating, remote control TV, pay-per-view movies,  tea and coffee making facilities,  iron and ironing board,  mini bar and refrigerator,  direct dial ISD/STD telephones,  AM/FM clock radio,  hairdryer, functional desk/ workstation area.  Interconnecting rooms available.
The hotel offers 24 hour reception and room service, Brogues Brasserie Restaurant, the 1840 Bar, meeting and conference facilities, guest laundry, public car parking adjacent to hotel (additional cost), and business centre.
 

Copthorne Hotel Central
776 Colombo Street, Christchurch

The 142 room and suite Copthorne Central Hotel reopened in August 2002 following a NZ$5 million upgrade to all guestrooms including installation of air-conditioning and remodelling of exterior. The hotel overlooks the beautiful Victoria Square and the tranquil Avon River and is located only five minutes walk from the city centre.
40 Standard twins, 47 premium twins, 11 Standard Queens, 33 Business Kings, 5 Family rooms, 6 Premium Suites have direct dial telephone, minibar, tea and coffee making facilities, iron and ironing board, hairdryer, SkyTV, electric blankets.  Interconnecting rooms are available as are non smoking rooms.
The hotel offers same day laundry/dry-cleaning, 24 hour room service, guest laundry, Babysitting service, foreign exchange facilities, free car parking, ski storage, safe deposit facility, facilities for guests with disabilities, complimentary use of Centennial Leisure Centre (pools, gym, sauna),  complimentary green fees at a local golf club, conference and meeting facilities.  The Terrace View Restaurant and Colombo’s lobby Bar are open daily.

Close out Dates: (all inclusive)
Rugby - British Lions Tour           14-16 June and 23-26 June 2005
 

Copthorne Christchurch Hotel Durham Street
Corner Durham and Kilmore Streets
Christchurch

A contemporary hotel, which has just undergone a $5.5 million upgrade transforming all public areas, rooms and bathrooms. The 161 room and suite Copthorne Durham Street Hotel offers splendid views across Hagley Park to the Southern Alps, superbly located within Christchurch's "Half Mile of Style", featuring a wide variety of boutique shopping and cafes. Just across the street is the uniquely upmarket boutique Christchurch Casino and adjacent to the hotel is the Christchurch Convention Centre and Town hall. Other Christchurch attractions such as Hagley Park, Arts Centre, and Cathedral Square are just a short stroll away.
The 142 guest rooms and 19 x 1 bedroom suites have Direct dial telephone, minibar, tea and coffee making facilities, Iron and ironing board, hairdryer, electric blankets, SkyTV, computer modem points. Adjoining and non smoking rooms are available. The hotel offers 24 hour reception and room service, gymnasium, sauna, spa pool, business rooms and services, same day laundry/dry-cleaning, guest laundry, free car parking, safe deposit facility, bikes for hire, guest computer with free Internet and e-mail access, free golf green fees. Zoe’s Brassierie Restaurant and Zoe's Expresso Bar are open daily.

Holiday Inn City Centre Christchurch
Corner Cashel and High Streets, Christchurch

The 155 room and suite Centra Hotel Christchurch is located in the heart of the retail and business centre of Christchurch and adjacent to the Cashel Street Mall.
The 149 rooms, 3 suites and 3 apartments all have en suite shower and bath, remote control colour TV , in-house pay movies, SkyTV, AM/FM radio and alarm clock, individually controlled air-conditioning and heating, direct dial ISD/STD phones, mini bar, tea and coffee making facilities, hair dryer, iron and ironing board and writing desks. Interconnecting rooms are available.
The hotel offers 24 hour reception and room service, concierge, laundry and dry-cleaning, guest laundry, gymnasium, conference and meeting services, car parking.  Zak’s Brassiere and Grill and the Streetside Bar are open daily.

STANDARD

Hotel Grand Chancellor Christchurch
161 Cashel Street, Christchurch

Conveniently located in the centre of the Christchurch CBD, yet only 10kms from the Domestic and International Airports, the 171 room Hotel Grand Chancellor guests, friendly hospitality and unparalleled service at affordable prices. The Hotel offers spacious well-appointed rooms with sweeping views over the City and Canterbury Plains to the distant snow capped Southern Alps.
Standard rooms offer a choice of two Queen size beds or one King size bed, whilst superior rooms feature a King size bed. Accommodation begins on the 15^th floor of the building and offers quiet rooms with stunning views of the city. All rooms have Private Bathrooms, Shower/Bath, Colour TV, Refrigerator, Mini Bar, Pay-per-view Movies, Radio, ISD/STD Phones, Modem Access, Hair Dryers, Irons & Ironing Boards, Tea & Coffee Making Facilities, Air-conditioning, Heating, Non-smoking Rooms available.
The Hotel offers 24-hour reception and room service, Merchant’s Restaurant & Exchange Bar, valet parking, business centre, meeting and conference facilities, laundry and valet service, baby sitting service.