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Distinction Christchurch Hotel

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Overview of Distinction Christchurch Hotel

Distinction Christchurch Hotel

4 out of 5

4.6/5 Wonderful

Guests rated this property 4.7/5 for cleanliness.

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services

Cleaning and safety practices

  • Cleaned with disinfectant
  • Hand sanitiser provided
  • Social distancing

Explore the area

  • Popular LocationChristchurch Public Hospital17 min walk
  • Popular LocationPapanui Road19 min walk
  • Popular LocationHagley Park19 min walk
  • AirportChristchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)19 min drive

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About this area

Christchurch

Located in Christchurch, Distinction Christchurch Hotel is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Christchurch Botanic Gardens and Hagley Park, while Christchurch Gondola and Orana Wildlife Park are popular area attractions. Margaret Mahy Playground and Christchurch Adventure Park are also worth visiting. Guests love the hotel's central location.
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Popular Location

What's nearby

  • Cathedral Square - 1 min walk
  • Chalice - 1 min walk
  • Christchurch Public Hospital - 17 min walk
  • Papanui Road - 19 min walk
  • Hagley Park - 19 min walk

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 10 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Caffeine Laboratory - 3 min walk
  • Francesca's Italian Kitchen - 3 min walk
  • The Happening Bar and Kitchen - 3 min walk
  • Twenty Seven Steps - 4 min walk
  • The Nook - 4 min walk

About this property

Distinction Christchurch Hotel

Eco-friendly Christchurch hotel in Christchurch City Centre, near Christchurch Casino
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a fitness centre and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a conference centre, valet parking and 24-hour room service. All 179 rooms feature thoughtful touches such as bathrobes and slippers, along with conveniences such as fridges and electric kettles. In-room free WiFi and 24-hour room service are standard, as are Smart TVs with cable channels.
Distinction Christchurch Hotel offers 179 forms of accommodation with minibars and a safe. 55-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary weekday newspapers and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness centre.

Awards and affiliations

Green/Sustainable Property
This property participates in Qualmark, a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: The Environment, the community, the cultural heritage and the local economy.

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property

Social distancing

Contactless check-out
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Hand sanitiser provided
This information is provided by our partners.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Valet parking on site (NZD 25.00 per day)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee daily 6:30 AM–10 AM: NZD 32-32.00 per person
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • 24-hour room service

Things to do

  • Fitness centre

Family friendly

  • Fridge

Conveniences

  • Lift
  • Free newspapers in reception

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Languages spoken

  • English

Business services

  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathroom (select rooms)
  • In-room accessibility (select rooms)
  • Roll-in shower (select rooms)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV
  • TV channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Fridge

More

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers (weekdays)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Slippers

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in from 2:00 PM - midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at the time of service, check-in or check-out.

  • Breakfast fee: between NZD 32 and NZD 32.00 per person (approximately)
  • Valet parking fee: NZD 25.00 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.85 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply

National rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

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4.6
Wonderful
Rating 5 - Excellent. 235 out of 354 reviews
5 - Excellent 66%
Rating 4 - Good. 101 out of 354 reviews
4 - Good 29%
Rating 3 - Okay. 11 out of 354 reviews
3 - Okay 3%
Rating 2 - Poor. 5 out of 354 reviews
2 - Poor 1%
Rating 1 - Terrible. 2 out of 354 reviews
1 - Terrible 1%

4.7/5

Cleanliness

4.6/5

Staff & service

4.6/5

Amenities

4.6/5

Property conditions & facilities
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5/5 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Fantastic location, close to shops and attractions. Very clean and spacious rooms. Staff polite and helpful. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020

5/5 Excellent

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Prime location with shopping, restaurants and bars all within a short stroll. Staff are extremely helpful, polite and friendly. Generous rooms with excellent amenities. One of the best I have ever stayed at and will definitely do so again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

5/5 Excellent

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic
Amazing service at front desk Lovely warm cosy rooms Absolutely loved it Location great Food at lunch was outstanding as we were in a rush to get to airport!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

5/5 Excellent

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely quiet place to stay. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2020

5/5 Excellent

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Staff were incredible. This was our first visit since Covid. Great work!
Stayed 1 night in May 2020