Papanui Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A historic building with Gothic Revival architecture, featuring pointed arches, a central dome, and a stone facade.

Stay near popular Papanui attractions

Graham Condon Recreation and Sport Centre

Enjoy an outing to Graham Condon Recreation and Sport Centre during your stay in Christchurch. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
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Activities

Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission

Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission

NZ$40
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram

Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram

NZ$42
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch

Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch

NZ$269
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
Punting on the Avon Antigua Boatsheds

Punting on the Avon Antigua Boatsheds

NZ$45
per adult
Punting on the Avon Antigua Boatsheds
Ōpuke Thermal Pools - Tranquility Pools

Ōpuke Thermal Pools - Tranquility Pools

NZ$69
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ōpuke Thermal Pools - Tranquility Pools
Christchurch: Arthur’s Pass + TranzAlpine Scenic Train

Christchurch: Arthur’s Pass + TranzAlpine Scenic Train

NZ$440
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Arthur’s Pass + TranzAlpine Scenic Train
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Our pick of the best Papanui Hotel Deals

V Motel

V Motel

3 out of 5
134 Main N Rd Christchurch Canterbury
The price is NZ$157 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
NZ$157
30 Nov - 1 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (226 reviews)
"Large and extremely clean and tidy,loved it"

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026

V Motel
Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch

Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch

5 out of 5
39 Meadow Strêt, Papanui Christchurch
The price is NZ$115 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
NZ$115
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury holiday park in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a local area shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (993 reviews)
"I liked the multiple spaces people could gather in. I liked the pizza oven. The kids lived the playground and pool. I liked the proximity to restaurants and supermarkets. The downstairs 2 bedroom unit was great but listening to people in the upstairs unit dragging chairs across the floor, alot, was ..."

Reviewed on 15 Nov 2026

Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch
Hotel Elms Christchurch, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Hotel Elms Christchurch, an Ascend Collection Hotel

4 out of 5
456 Papanui Road Christchurch
The price is NZ$249 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
NZ$249
30 Nov - 1 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
Hotel Elms Christchurch, an Ascend Collection Hotel
LyLo Christchurch Airport

LyLo Christchurch Airport

5 out of 5
5 Peter Leeming Road Christchurch
The price is NZ$145 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
NZ$145
8 Dec - 9 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"I got in late at night, the lady on the desk was lovely. However, when I went to my pod I couldn’t even use the locker as the other travellers had left their luggage completely blocking and clothes were hanging on the ladder to the top where I was assigned. I moved to a private room for $355 NZD, ..."

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026

LyLo Christchurch Airport
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

3.5 out of 5
165 Cashel Street Christchurch
The price is NZ$118 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
NZ$118
6 Dec - 7 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,043 reviews)
"If you are looking for a cheap and cheerful place to stay without sacrificing great hospitality, this hotel is a fantastic choice. While the property itself isn’t a 5-star luxury resort, the staff certainly deliver 5-star customer service. From the moment I arrived, the team was welcoming, attentive, ..."

Reviewed on 15 Nov 2026

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Hotel Give

Hotel Give

3.5 out of 5
12 Hereford Street Christchurch
The price is NZ$120 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
NZ$120
15 Dec - 16 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"The property isn’t luxury, but very adequate/compact. However, the location is fabulous and It is part of the Kind Foundation, so profits are put back into the community which is beautiful. Front desk staff was professional and helpful. I would stay there again."

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026

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Our guide on where to stay in Papanui

Find the best Papanui areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Papanui
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A colorful street with a tram, outdoor cafes, and a restaurant named "The Nook Thai".

Christchurch City Centre

Christchurch City Centre is a destination visitors seek out for its abundant dining options, interesting museums and colourful gardens. You might want to check out attractions like Christchurch Art Gallery or Cathedral Square while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

A mountainous landscape with a cable car system, a sign for Crater Rim Walkway, and a lake in the distance.

Christchurch Airport

While Christchurch Airport may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like International Antarctic Centre and Harewood Golf Club.

A large, historic house with red trim and multiple chimneys.

Riccarton

Riccarton is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Westfield Riccarton Mall and Riccarton Road.

A cityscape with a mix of modern and historic buildings, surrounded by green parks and a river.

Merivale

Travellers come to Merivale for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Merivale Mall and Papanui Road while you're in town.

A coastal town with a harbor, surrounded by hills and a large body of water.

Sydenham

Sydenham is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like The Colombo and Supa Karts.

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