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Drifter Christchurch

96 Lichfield StSee map

€ 103.91per night

This is the cheapest price in 30 days, based on the rates on 9 Dec

Top reasons for booking
Good location
Central location next to bus interchange and Metro Bus. Walking distance to supermarkets, shopping, restaurants, stadium, and major city landmarks.
Friendly staff
According to user reviews, most guests think the hotel service is great
Popular facilities
Bar
Coffee shop
Restaurant
Free WiFi
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
4.5/5Fantastic 234 reviews
Reviews summary
Prime central location near transport, trendy hybrid design, consistently clean rooms, friendly staff, and vibrant communal spaces with excellent bar and movie facilities.
Exploring the area
Christchurch Railway Station, 2.6km, About 5 mins from hotel by car
Christchurch International Airport, 10.0km, About 18 mins from hotel by car
Alice Cinema & Film Specialists, 200m, About 3 mins from hotel by foot
6
Superior Queen Room
1 double bed or bigger

15.0 m²

5
Premium King Suite
1 double bed or bigger

21.0 m²

5
Superior Queen Room with Balcony
1 double bed or bigger

22.0 m²

6
Family Room
2 beds

22.0 m²

9
Family Loft Suite with Queen and Bunk
2 beds

50.0 m²

4
Loft Suite with Two Queen Rooms
Bed type arranged at check-in

50.0 m²

4
Bunkhouse Deluxe 8 Person - Ensuite
Multiple beds

31.0 m²

4
Bunkhouse Deluxe 8 Persons - Ensuite
Multiple beds

31.0 m²

4
Bunkhouse Superior 4 Person - Ensuite
Multiple beds

12.0 m²

4
Bunkhouse Superior 8 Person - Ensuite
Multiple beds

31.0 m²

5
Superior Twin Room
2 beds

12.0 m²

4
Bunkhouse Superior 4 Person
Multiple beds

12.0 m²

4
Bunkhouse Superior 4 Persons - Ensuite
Multiple beds

12.0 m²

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Reviews

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4.5/5.0

Fantastic

234 reviews
Location
0.0
Services offered
4.6
Cleanliness
4.6
Atmosphere & facilities
4.3
Reviews summary
From real reviews, powered by AI
Overall impression
Prime central location near transport, trendy hybrid design, consistently clean rooms, friendly staff, and vibrant communal spaces with excellent bar and movie facilities.
Location
Central location next to bus interchange and Metro Bus. Walking distance to supermarkets, shopping, restaurants, stadium, and major city landmarks.
Services offered
Friendly, helpful, and accommodating staff. Excellent bar offering tasty margaritas, espresso martinis, and sharing menus. Complimentary coffee and secure access.
Cleanliness
Rooms consistently clean and tidy with comfortable beds and quality linen. Well-maintained communal areas and spotless facilities throughout.
Atmosphere & facilities
Trendy modern design with unique communal spaces including cinema room, library, rooftop balcony, and shared kitchen. Cool showers, yoga areas, and relaxing vibe.
All
With photos
4.5+
3.0+
Good location
Friendly staff
Large space
Imogen
Reviewed: 10 Aug 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with family

Lovely room, felt like a home away from home. Stayed in a loft room which was gorgeous and got to watch the sun rise. great location, walked to riverside market for breakfast and had a blast.
Richard
Reviewed: 18 Jul 2026

4.0/5.0

Great

Stayed with family

Staff were brilliant. Couldn't do enough for you. Only downer was constant music in ground floor area preventing any form of relaxation. If you must have music try jazz
Inti
Reviewed: 16 Jul 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with kids

Awesome distribution and very clean. Great location
Thomas
Reviewed: 11 Jul 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Solo stay

Excellent place to stay especially for solo travellers
Judith
Reviewed: 5 Jul 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with friends

Drifter is central to everything in Christchurch. They have embraced technology with a phone app to access the elevator and room. Themed rooms for movies, yoga and a kitchen meant all needs are catered for. I'll pack my yoga clothes for my next visit. We enjoyed the food in the bar area. It was noisy up until midnight, so pack your ear plugs for a weekend stay.
Lisa
Reviewed: 1 Jul 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with family

Was a great experience. Very clean and kind. Lots of cool amenities like a cinema and library. Very cute and lots of space!
JAMES
Reviewed: 30 Jun 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with kids

My family and I stayed in the 4 bed with bathroom for one night. It was clean, quiet, and comfortable. We all slept well.
Ben
Reviewed: 25 Jun 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic
Lovely stay
Mohd Bakhtiar
Reviewed: 14 Jun 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with kids

The shops nearby and within walking distance are so convenient.
Rochelle
Reviewed: 7 Jun 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with family

Great property with an awesome vibe. Rooms and facilities were great and the location was so central and convenient. Would def stay again - and do yoga next time!

Overview

Drifter Christchurch

First open:2024-06-01
Rooms:95
Floors:4
Star rating:

With a stay at Drifter Christchurch, you'll be centrally located in Christchurch, within a 10-minute walk of One New Zealand Stadium and Cathedral Square. This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Hagley Park.

Description

With a stay at Drifter Christchurch, you'll be centrally located in Christchurch, within a 10-minute walk of One New Zealand Stadium and Cathedral Square. This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Hagley Park.

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Exploring the area

Transport

Christchurch Railway Station

Train stations
2.6km

Christchurch International Airport

Airports
10.0km

Attractions

Alice Cinema & Film Specialists

200m

SALT District

300m

Cashel Mall

400m

Chalice

400m

Beehive Collective

400m

ChristChurch Cathedral

500m

Transitional Cathedral

500m

Cathedral Junction Body Corporate

500m
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Facilities & services

Popular facilities
Bar
Coffee shop
Restaurant
Free WiFi
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
General
Designated smoking area
Communal microwave
Communal refrigerator
Elevator
Accessibility
Garden
Vending machine
Cleaning services
Laundry service
Health & fitness
Fitness classes
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Activities
Library
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Property policies

Check-in/out Time

Earliest check-in time:After 14:00

Latest check-out time:Before 10:00

Check-in policy

The guest responsible for check-in must be aged 18 or above

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Guests are recommended to download the property's Duve mobile app before check-in. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Check-in descriptions

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

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Note: Check-in policies vary by property. Please check carefully before booking

Child Policy

Children at all ages are welcome to stay at this property

Children aged above 3 will be charged as adults at this property

Other fees

Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

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

Food & drinks

Satisfy your appetite at Rambler, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe.

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