Description
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including a 24-hour fitness center and bicycles to rent. This Victorian hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a communal living room.. Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk… more
With a stay at The Observatory Hotel Christchurch, you'll be centrally located in Christchurch, steps from Hagley Park and within a 5-minute walk of The Arts Centre. This luxury hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Riverside Market and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Cashel Mall.. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Hagley Park - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi Canterbury Museum - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi The Arts Centre - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi Christchurch Art Gallery - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi Bridge of Remembrance - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi Christ's College - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi Riverside Market - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi Cashel Mall - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi Christchurch Public Hospital - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi Cashel Street Shopping Area - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi Cathedral Square - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi Christchurch I-SITE - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi Christchurch Botanic Gardens - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi Chalice - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi The preferred airport for The Observatory Hotel Christchurch is Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 10.2 km / 6.4 mi . Near Hagley Park.
Grab a bite from the grocery/convenience store serving guests of The Observatory Hotel Christchurch. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee..
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- Air conditioning
- Heating (free of charge)
- Additional services
- Laundry Service
- Lift
- Maid
- Reception
- 24-hour reception
- Concierge service
- Entertainment
- Books
- Shops in hotel
- Parking
- Nearby parking
- Parking
- Parking (extra charge)
- Smoking
- Smoking not allowed
- Wi-Fi
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Internet connection
- Services
- 24-hour gym
- Banquet and event room
- Conference centre
- Library
- Luggage storage
- Safe
- Sale of tickets
- Serviced office
- Bars
- Coffee/tea in public areas
- Gym and SPA
- Gym
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair access
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Excellent
Based on 108 reviews
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This accommodation stands out for being in the heart of Christchurch
Showing 5 featured reviews out of 108 TripAdvisor reviews
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Chris M
Clearwater, Florida
05/05/2026
“Unique, Not Duplicated Elsewhere for Sure!”
To begin, this hotel was our personal choice and while a bit out of our spending budget, well worth every penny! The Observatory added to our realization of a dream trip to this fabulous country. The hotel staff was welcoming, the history - former Canterbury U - its uniqueness little luggage elevat… more
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Michael F
Coventry, United Kingdom
25/04/2026
“Wonderful Character and Great Location !”
We stayed 3 nights in this wonderful hotel. The Reception staff were so lovely and helpful. The character and surroundings are quite special. Be aware the hotel has no bar but a few yards across the courtyard is a lovely cellar bar, and a great wee breakfast cafe. There is also a continental style … more
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jlac762
New York City, New York
06/03/2026
“What a unique building!”
In the Arts Centre, within 4-ish bock to the River Market. Ample parking, a restaurant and shops with the complex that used to be a boys school. The room was not large, but comfortable enough for 2 people.
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Kate W
09/02/2026
“History buff treat”
What a treat staying in this magnificent old college building. We'll appointed bedroom with a large bathroom with walk in shower. Best location for exploring town and easy to pop back for a complimentary cuppa in the sumptuous lounge area.
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rochelleforster
Tenafly, New Jersey
09/04/2026
“Old uni converted to a hotel”
This hotel has some quirky architecture as it was used before as a university building and then was converted to a hotel and shops. Not my favorite design. Our room was okay but quite small. The shower water was hot but you needed to pull a pin and let it run - quite weird. The continental brea… more
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