Hotel Give

3.5 star property

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Exterior detail
1 Bedroom Apartment | Balcony
Breakfast and dinner served
1 Bedroom Apartment | Balcony
Reception

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Business services
The current price is AU$70
includes taxes & fees
13 July - 14 July

Explore the area

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12 Hereford Street, Christchurch, 8013
  • Place, Hagley Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Riverside Market
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Single Room (Shared Bathroom)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Classic Twin Room (Shared Bathroom)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Classic Double Room (Shared Bathroom)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Bed in Female Dormitory

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Bed in Mixed Dormitory

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Classic Triple Room (Shared Bathroom)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Triple Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Family Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

2 Bedrooms Apartment

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Bed in Male Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

Bed in Female Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

Bed in Mixed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

Classic Quadruple Room (Shared Bathroom)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Studio Apartment

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

1 Bedroom Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Christchurch

Hotel Give places you in the centre of Christchurch, steps from The Arts Centre and within a short 5-minute stroll of Hagley Park. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The bistro, Number Six, serves Modern European cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the gym along with access to aerobics classes and yoga classes. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of airport drop-off service. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Christchurch City Centre hotel include Christchurch Art Gallery and Christchurch Public Hospital.

What's nearby

  • Hagley Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • The Arts Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Riverside Market - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Christchurch Botanic Gardens - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 13 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Craft Embassy - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Curators House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chiwahwah Mexican Cantina Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Manu Restaurant and Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Quad Eatery - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Give

Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 100 square feet (9 square metres) and includes conference space. A shuttle from the hotel to the airport (available on request) is available for a fee. A fitness centre, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at Hotel Give. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Christchurch hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 96 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 100 sq ft of conference space
  • 9 sq. m of conference space
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel Give offers 96 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 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

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Airport drop-off shuttle (surcharge) from 3:30 AM to 10:00 PM on request
  • Uncovered parking on site (NZD 25 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 26.50 for adults and NZD 26.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Atawhai Cafe
  • Number Six

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Fitness classes
  • Gym
  • Pilates classes
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 100 square feet of conference space
  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 22 December to 2 January:
  • One of the dining venues
  • Bar/Lounge
The following facilities are closed on Monday and Sunday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Restaurant

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant 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 continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 26.50 for adults and from NZD 26.50 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 25 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 25 (from 2 to 12 years old)
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: NZD 25 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 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 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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • 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

Christchurch YMCA
Christchurch YMCA Hostel
YMCA Christchurch
YMCA Christchurch Hostel
YMCA Hostel Christchurch
Christchurch Ymca Hotel Christchurch

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Give?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Give?

As of 15 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Give on 13 July 2026 start from AU$70, 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 Hotel Give?

Yep, Hotel Give has an uncovered self car park for NZD 25 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Give?

The closest beach to Hotel Give is New Brighton Beach (10 km).

Does Hotel Give serve breakfast?

Sure does, continental brekkie is served daily between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Give?

No, but there's a shuttle from the hotel to the airport that runs from 3:30 AM - 10:00 PM on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Give?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Modern European cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone? The dining venue is closed on Monday and Sunday. The dining venue is closed seasonally each year from December 22 until January 2.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Give?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Give?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hotel Give Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 519 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 333 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 116 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1007 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, just across from the Botanical Gsrdens Good breakfast buffet available
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, great shower pressure, very nice location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julian P P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, good room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, modern, great location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gideon

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to good food and shops
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, room, food and and shared facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cathi

Great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room in a great location for exploring Christchurch.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Extremely good quality accomodation & value for money. Love the eco ness of the place and would definitely stay again when we're next in town
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thyra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very kind, rooms lovely and nice connected cafe next door
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Piper

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for central activities. Friendly staff and the facilities were clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, clean facilities, great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for money ! Amazing location. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a studio room which was great. It came with a little basic kitchen. Loved being next to the gardens and such a short walk to the riverside markets and mall. It was a bit noisy at night with people coming and going .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

JANICE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very reasonable comfortable central location welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel opposite Botanic Gardens and walkable to cbd
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great bed
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Siobhan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely helpful staff, clean and comfortable room, great onsite food and beverage discount, options and happy hour. Easy walking distance to lical attractions and cbd.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daisy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely 2 night stay in Christchurch. Good location and plenty around to see and do.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms, facilities and location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot to stay on our first night after landing in New Zealand. Reasonable distance from the airport, easy walk to the city centre. The Give concept is carried throughout and is an admirable concept. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location, everything within walking distance, comfortable bed and quiet, best bagels right next door!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Claudio

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent and big room for one night! Excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Roberta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was spotless and quiet. Love their mission.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lily

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, people are nice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025