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
90% 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
Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch

Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch

NZ$199
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch
Blokarts suitable for ages 8 to 80+ with tandem karts available for those not ready to go it alone.

Christchurch Land Sailing Adventure Velocity Karts

NZ$99
per adult
Christchurch Land Sailing Adventure Velocity Karts
Eating out of my hands

Christchurch Alpaca Farm Tour From Kaiapoi

NZ$40
per adult
Christchurch Alpaca Farm Tour From Kaiapoi
Ōpuke Thermal Pools - Tranquility Pools

Ōpuke Thermal Pools - Tranquility Pools

NZ$69
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ōpuke Thermal Pools - Tranquility Pools
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Our pick of the best Papanui Hotel Deals

Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch

Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch

5 out of 5
39 Meadow Strêt, Papanui Christchurch
The price is NZ$113 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
NZ$113
15 Sept - 16 Sept
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! (985 reviews)
"our second stay here - always love the indoor heated pool!"

Reviewed on 10 Sept 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$209 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
NZ$209
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (754 reviews)
"Great place to stay with free parking. Easy walking distance to Northlands Mall and some food outlets"

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Hotel Elms Christchurch, an Ascend Collection Hotel
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

3.5 out of 5
165 Cashel Street Christchurch
The price is NZ$88 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$88
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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! (1,024 reviews)
"The staff at Breakfree are EXCEPTIONAL!"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
LyLo Christchurch Airport

LyLo Christchurch Airport

5 out of 5
5 Peter Leeming Road Christchurch
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$119 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
NZ$119
16 Sept - 17 Sept
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! (1,002 reviews)
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Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026

LyLo Christchurch Airport
Sudima Christchurch Airport

Sudima Christchurch Airport

4.5 out of 5
550 Memorial Avenue Christchurch
The price is NZ$256 per night from 19 Sept to 20 Sept
NZ$256
19 Sept - 20 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,169 reviews)
"Great hotel"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Sudima Christchurch Airport
Hotel Give

Hotel Give

3.5 out of 5
12 Hereford Street Christchurch
The price is NZ$83 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
NZ$83
15 Sept - 16 Sept
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Name is misleading, this is a hostel not a hotel. Lots of noise from the hallway shouting and doors slamming. Disturbances all night. Walls paper thin, could hear the person in the next room snoring. Shared bathrooms in the hallway with people peeing with the door open. No tea, coffee, private fridge ..."

Reviewed on 13 Sept 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.

An airport runway with surrounding fields and buildings.

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 Russley 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 landscape with mountains, a bay, and a small town.

Addington

Unique features of Addington include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Apollo Projects Stadium or Addington Raceway while you're exploring the area.

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