Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square

4.5 star property
Luxury eco-certified hotel, walk to Isaac Theatre Royal
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Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square

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Down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually furnished
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually furnished
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Overview of Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square

8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Room service
The price is NZ$227
Price available on 26/3/2024

Explore the area

50 Cathedral Square, Christchurch, 8011
  • Popular LocationCathedral Square1 min walk
  • Popular LocationTe Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre1 min walk
  • Popular LocationIsaac Theatre Royal3 min walk
  • AirportChristchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)19 min drive
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Room options

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

  • 31 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Double Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 31 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Superior Double Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 31 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

  • 31 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Christchurch

Located in Christchurch, Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at New Brighton Beach and Sumner Beach, while Isaac Theatre Royal and Canterbury Museum are cultural highlights. Cashel Street Shopping Area and Christchurch Casino are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowshoeing and snowmobiling.

What's nearby

  • Cathedral Square - 1 min walk
  • Christchurch Casino - 8 min walk
  • Hagley Park - 10 min walk
  • Canterbury Museum - 10 min walk
  • Christchurch Public Hospital - 18 min walk

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 12 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Burger King - 3 min walk
  • O.G.B - 2 min walk
  • Downstairs - 4 min walk
  • Cathedral Junction - 3 min walk
  • Best Turkish Food - 3 min walk

About this property

Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square

Luxury eco-certified hotel near Christchurch Casino
Located close to Isaac Theatre Royal and Cashel Street Shopping Area, Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar and a gym. Active travellers can enjoy cycling at this hotel. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, The Square Restaurant, features brunch. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and a conference centre are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and valet parking (surcharge)
  • An electric car charging station, express check-out and express check-in
  • Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk and a computer station
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the location
Room features
All 154 individually furnished rooms offer perks such as pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • 49-inch HDTVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and free infant beds

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English, Filipino, German, Hindi, Japanese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (NZD 35 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM–10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 34 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Square Bar
  • The Square Restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Ski storage
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Free cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets on request
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (3,767 square foot of space)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 13 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Building
  • Built in 2009
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free cot
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste on request
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 49-inch LED TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NZD 80
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 80
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 16 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 60.0 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: NZD 100.00 per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately NZD 34 per person
  • Valet parking fee: NZD 35 per night
  • Early check-in fee: NZD 80 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 80 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 60.0 per night

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 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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property caters to LGBTQ+ guests
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

Qualmark® assigns an official star rating for accommodation in New Zealand. This Hotel property is rated 4 star plus, and is displayed on this page as 4.5 stars.
Official New Zealand Rating provided by Qualmark®

Frequently asked questions

Is Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square?

As of 19 Mar 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square on 26 Mar 2024 start from NZ$227.00, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square?

Valet parking is available for NZD 35 per night.

What time is check-in at Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of NZD 80 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for NZD 80 (subject to availability).

Where is Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square located?

Located in Christchurch City Centre, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Isaac Theatre Royal, Cashel Street Shopping Area and Christchurch Casino. Canterbury Museum and Riccarton House are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 412 out of 844 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 316 out of 844 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 844 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 844 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 844 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Bruce

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On arrival at the property, we were told that we did not have reservations for two rooms, but only one. i showed them my Expedia receipt and confirmation listing two rooms for three nights each. The receptionist stated that they did have one room for three nights, but not two rooms and they didn’t care what my Expedia receipt said. After a bit of conversation, she did suggest that maybe they could have an additional room available for one night instead of the three booked and at a rate of $558 per night instead of $228 per night with the possibility of extending our stay at the higher rate. But the extension was not guaranteed. With this type of greeting and service, I’ll fully reevaluate the possibility of our staying at this property in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spacious bedroom and bathroom. Excellent location. Welcoming and very helpful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Brian, Redondo Beach

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a lovely hotel right in the centre of Christchurch and yet completely quiet. We stayed in another hotel the night before which was noisy - didn't get much sleep! I recommend Novatel!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian, Calgary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Nice modern hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hsiuhung

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hood
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Peter

Not very friendly average rooms and parking a nightmare
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

April

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was fast and easy. Great location. Fantastic staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lawson

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location to tour the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sreekanth, Palo Alto

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel - great location - walkable to central business district (Riverside Market and New Regent Street), modern room decor, good sized tv with chromecast, great bathroom as well. Phenomenal breakfast to enjoy if included in the hotel price. Only dampeners are - a) handheld shower in our room was not able to be fastened at a height, so those who didn't want their hair to get wet suffered; but the overhead/rainhead shower was a delight for all others. b) the cathedral is under construction, and is right next to the hotel, so when you first get in, you feel that the surrounding environment is hampered - but then again, keep in mind that Christchurch is still recovering from the 2011 earthquake.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024