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The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

9 Hereford Street ChristchurchSee map

€ 134.69per night

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Top reasons for booking
With a stay at The Observatory Hotel Christchurch, you'll be centrally located in Christchurch, steps from The Arts Centre and Hagley Park. This luxury hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Riverside Market and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Cashel Mall.
Popular facilities
Free WiFi
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
4.8/5Fantastic 359 reviews
Exploring the area
Christchurch Railway Station, 1.9km, About 32 mins from hotel by foot
Christchurch International Airport, 9.1km, About 17 mins from hotel by car
The Arts Centre, 100m, About 1 mins from hotel by foot
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Observatory King Room
1 double bed or bigger
23
Prestige Skylight Room
1 double bed or bigger

32.0 m²

55
Observatory Deluxe Room
1 double bed or bigger

25.0 m²

6
Observatory Legacy room- Lower ground floor
1 double bed or bigger

25.0 m²

11
Royal Skylight Room
1 double bed or bigger

52.0 m²

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Reviews

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4.8/5.0

Fantastic

359 reviews
Location
0.0
Services offered
4.9
Cleanliness
4.9
Atmosphere & facilities
4.7
All
4.5+
3.0+
Victoria Elizabeth Jane
Reviewed: 11 Jul 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with partner

Food and cafe/wine bar within the complex. No breakfast or bar in the actual hotel itself. However, the surroundings are BEAUTIFUL! Well worth a walk around. Excellent accommodation. Highly recommend. Check in advance to see when the observatory tower is open.
Amal
Reviewed: 1 Jul 2026

4.0/5.0

Great

Solo stay

My second stay. Lovely staff, charming hotel, Breakfast that should be called a high tea or snack bar at best. Incredible stay, awesome staff, skip the $30 "breakfast"
Eliana
Reviewed: 1 Jul 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with partner

Wonderful location.
shao chun
Reviewed: 28 Jun 2026

4.0/5.0

Great

Stayed with partner

very good property and very fancy. hotel supply good coffee and cookies, in a beatiful lunge room. staff are very helpful. but remember to book a big room. our room is so small, not thinking it so tiny. all other very good. Thanks
alexis
Reviewed: 14 Jun 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with family

So much character and beautifully designed in historic buildings. Incredibly convenient to walk to downtown. Beautiful room and bathrooms, all fully up to date and well appointed.
Robert
Reviewed: 6 Jun 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with kids

Great location - near to city centre and the botanical gardens. Helpful staff and a nice 'happy hour' tasting in the evenings.
Gordon
Reviewed: 30 May 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Solo stay

Lovely hotel. Staff available for late check in. Rooms are immaculate and beds are dreamy ! Highly recommend to stay when in Christchurch.
Norma
Reviewed: 27 May 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with partner

The staff was very welcoming and helpful. The accommodations were nice and clean. We would go back and stay there again.
Kam
Reviewed: 27 May 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with partner

Delightful stay, walking distance to everything. Only complaint is that our room was very small. As a re-purposed building, I am sure there is a variety of room configurations. Ours was very compact.
Lindsay
Reviewed: 21 May 2026

4.0/5.0

Great

Stayed with partner

The hotel is located on the grounds of the former University of Canterbury campus in Christchurch, which made for a unique experience. The historic setting gives the property plenty of character and atmosphere. The common lounge area of the hotel is a lovely place to relax and enjoy a tea or coffee. The rooms are clean and comfortable however they are quite small. Overall a nice stay

Overview

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

Rooms:33
Floors:3
Star rating:

With a stay at The Observatory Hotel Christchurch, you'll be centrally located in Christchurch, steps from The Arts Centre and Hagley Park. This luxury hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Riverside Market and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Cashel Mall.

Description

With a stay at The Observatory Hotel Christchurch, you'll be centrally located in Christchurch, steps from The Arts Centre and Hagley Park. This luxury hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Riverside Market and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Cashel Mall.

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Exploring the area

Transport

Christchurch Railway Station

Train stations
1.9km

Christchurch International Airport

Airports
9.1km

Attractions

The Arts Centre

100m

Queenstown

200m

Canterbury Museum

200m

Punting On The Avon (Antigua Boat Sheds)

300m

Bridge of Remembrance

500m

Christchurch Central City

500m

Beehive Collective

500m

Cashel Mall

600m
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Facilities & services

Popular facilities
Free WiFi
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
General
Parking
Parking (additional charge)
Non-smoking throughout
Shop
Elevator
Accessibility
Bicycle rentals
Uncovered parking
Safety & security
Safety deposit box
Business facilities
Meeting facilities
Banquet facilities
Cleaning services
Laundry service
Reception services
Concierge
Tourist info desk
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible parking
Food & drink
Breakfast service (additional charge)
Activities
Live music
Library
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Property policies

Check-in/out Time

Earliest check-in time:After 14:00 - Before 24:00

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. 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 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

Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

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 12 will be charged as adults at this property

Other fees

Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 30 for adults and NZD 30 for children

Uncovered self parking fee: NZD 30 per day

A late check-out fee will be charged

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

Grab a bite from the grocery/convenience store serving guests of The Observatory Hotel Christchurch. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.

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