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Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square

4.5 star property
4.5-star luxury hotel near Isaac Theatre Royal

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Lobby sitting area
View from room
Bar (on property)
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Explore the area

Map
50 Cathedral Square, Christchurch, 8011
  • Cathedral Square
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Isaac Theatre Royal
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed

In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

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

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In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Double Room, 2 Double Beds

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

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 2 Double Beds

In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Double Room, 2 Double Beds

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

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed

In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Bar (on property)

Crowne Plaza Christchurch by IHG

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, (949)
The price is CA $318
per night
CA $366 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Mar - 20 Mar
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About the area

Christchurch

City center retreat .You'll be steps from Isaac Theatre Royal and within a 10-minute walk of Cashel Street Shopping Area with a stay at this Christchurch City Centre hotel. Christchurch Casino and Canterbury Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Cathedral Square - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Isaac Theatre Royal - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Christchurch Casino - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Canterbury Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Market Place Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪O.G.B - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wendy’S - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cathedral Junction - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square

4.5-star luxury hotel near Isaac Theatre Royal
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 3767 square feet (350 square meters) and includes a conference center. A fitness center, multilingual staff, and ski storage are also featured at the luxury Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4.5-star Christchurch hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 154 guestrooms or units
  • 13 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 3767 sq ft of conference space
  • 350 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2009
  • Deli
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square offers 154 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished. 49-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Awards and affiliations

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

Languages

English, Filipino, German, Hindi, Japanese, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee daily 6:30 AM–10:00 AM: NZD 37 per person
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available

Things to do

  • Fitness center

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 49-inch LED TV
  • Cable/satellite channels
  • Pay movies
  • Premium channels

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Free local calls
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • LED light bulbs
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Safe
  • Soundproofing
  • Water-efficient showers only

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 available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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 at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 50.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: NZD 100.00 per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 37 per person
  • Covered 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 50.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

We should mention

  • This hotel caters to LGBTQ+ guests.
  • Children 16 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

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Novotel Cathedral Hotel
Novotel Cathedral Hotel Christchurch Square
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Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 475 out of 948 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 340 out of 948 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 948 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 948 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 948 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

8/10 Good

Bridget

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, easy walking to shopping area and restaurants, tram
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Saravanan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located in a central location offering a large room with two king beds. Walkable distance to shopping and food options.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and central hotel with flumphy beds and excellent pillows!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janis, BLACKBURN

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pillow was the best I've experienced in NZ. Bed was good also.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Amani, Auckland

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are a little tired and could do with a refurb but good location and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ally

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, comfortable room. Great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Komila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Suneeth Umesh

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was very convenient. However, the rooms were small and no wash basin in toilet but in the room which was bit of a nuisance. Buffet breakfast was okay. If you are looking for convenience with buffet go for it. If you are looking for bigger rooms, look for alternatives.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Antoni

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anisha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Angela, AuckAuckland

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The Novatel was very conviently located near the buses also very close to the tram. The hotel restaurant was lovley. We had dinner and breakfast and where very happy with the service and food. The hotel itself was a bit older than I thought but we where very happy with our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Vicki

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A Wonderful Hotel in Christchurch
Our one night stay was great. Staff were pleasant, room was clean and very comfortable and best of all was the fantastic buffet breakfast. Central location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service, large comfortable room with underfloor heating in bathroom. Good range of hot and cold food at breakfast. Located next to cathedral and close to tram station.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cali

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ranjit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well, wr only spent one night, I wish we could spend some more time at this hotel. We love the service, our room and above all the welcoming atmosphere and hospitality in Novotel. I would recommend this place who are planning to spend time in Christchurch……
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

todd

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elgan

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024