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Distinction Christchurch Hotel

4.0 star property

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A bartender pouring a drink into a martini glass.
A modern living room with a blue sofa, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a seating area with a chair and a small table, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A buffet area with various food dispensers labeled with items like 'Cornflakes' and 'Muesli'.
A spacious lobby with a central yellow ottoman, a staircase, and multiple seating areas.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available
The current price is AU$141
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug

Explore the area

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14 Cathedral Square, Christchurch, 8011
  • Place, Cathedral Square
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, New Regent Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Super King

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a small table with a chair.

Classic Super King

  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic King Room

Classic King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a chair, and a small table.

Classic Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior King Room

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, a nightstand, and a mirror.

Superior King Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Twin Room

A modern hotel room with two beds, a sitting area, and a large window.

Superior Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Super King

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside table, lamp, and a TV.

Superior Super King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a TV, a sofa, a bed, a desk, and a cabinet.

Classic Junior Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic 1 Bedroom Suite

A hotel room with striped armchairs, a wooden coffee table, a small round table, and a kitchenette area.

Classic 1 Bedroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 61 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Family Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

Classic Family Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 63 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Family Suite

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a desk, and a small table.

Superior Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 69 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern hotel room with a living area, dining table, and kitchenette.

Superior Suite

  • City view
  • 61 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Classic King Room

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Christchurch

Distinction Christchurch Hotel puts you in the heart of Christchurch, within steps of Cathedral Square and Christchurch I-SITE. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a conference centre. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas and a fitness centre, and has concierge services. Additionally, you'll find a 24-hour front desk, dry cleaning/laundry services and free newspapers in the lobby. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 6:00 AM and 10 AM. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .In proximity to this 4-property class Christchurch City Centre hotel you'll find Lyttelton Harbour.

What's nearby

  • Cathedral Square - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • New Regent Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Riverside Market - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hagley Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 12 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mexico - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Church Brew Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Rockpool Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Café 165 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Francesca's Italian Kitchen - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Distinction Christchurch Hotel

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A fitness centre, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly Distinction Christchurch Hotel. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Christchurch hotel is smoke free.

  • 179 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Distinction Christchurch Hotel offers 179 accommodations with minibars and a safe. This accommodation offers separate dining areas. Beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary weekday newspapers and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Valet parking on site (NZD 35 per day)
  • Limited on-site valet parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10 AM for a fee: NZD 38 to 38 for adults and NZD 19 to 19 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Lift
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.0 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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 38 to 38 for adults and NZD 19 to 19 for children
  • Valet parking fee: NZD 35.00 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.0 per cent

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, 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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 and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Distinction Christchurch Hotel?

Distinction Christchurch Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Distinction Christchurch Hotel?

As of 10 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Distinction Christchurch Hotel on 16 Aug 2026 start from AU$141, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Distinction Christchurch Hotel?

Yep, Distinction Christchurch Hotel has valet parking for NZD 35.00 per day. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Distinction Christchurch Hotel?

The closest beach to Distinction Christchurch Hotel is New Brighton Beach (9.3 km).

What makes Distinction Christchurch Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar and 24-hour room service, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Distinction Christchurch Hotel.

Does Distinction Christchurch Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet brekkie is offered daily from 6:00 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Distinction Christchurch Hotel?

No, Distinction Christchurch Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Distinction Christchurch Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Distinction Christchurch Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Distinction Christchurch Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Distinction Christchurch Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 461 out of 668 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 166 out of 668 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 668 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 668 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 668 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Devan

Liked: Staff & service
Beautiful hotel and perfect location to town center and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vindya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall happy with location and stay. Nice view from window if the mountains.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kerri

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, comfy beds, excellent food, clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lan Fang

Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shailendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was absolutely beautiful and the rooms were very spacious and clean with lovely decor. The location was great within walking distance to everything. The staff at the front desk were all very welcoming and helpful. I would recommend this hotel and stay there again if in Christchurch.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

RAVI KUMAR

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff, rooms and location - all were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Deane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy bed
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great bed. Very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Torben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Close to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pramod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Distinction Hotels was one of the best properties we stayed in as their hospitality & service was top-notch
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great sized King room with large bathroom. Was nice and clean. Very friendly staff and a great location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent clean room! Wonderful staff!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Central and I’m walking distance of everything in Christchurch City. Very comfortable bed and strong shower. Shower was over the bath which is my only negative.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great hotel great service very happy would stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room clean and staff efficient and polite
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff. Room was special.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Antoinette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jignesh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and well stocked with toiletries etc
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cindy

We didn’t eat at the restaurant. The pillows were very hard.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
everything was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

HIU MAN VIVIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff are really nice, no matter the front desk or the restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel in the middle of it all. Room was beautifully appointed and very spacious. Lovely and quiet. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at the classic family suite, great for 4 people - each kid had their own bed, and the parents are in the large separate bedroom. The location is perfect, with a short walking distance to popular places, such as Riverside Market, and not a long walk to the Botanic Garden. The staff were very friendly and helpful - great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025