The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel

4.0 star property

Photo gallery for The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel

Restaurant
Interior entrance
Superior Twin Room
City view from property
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$139
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May

Explore the area

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159 Manchester Street, Christchurch, 8011
  • Place, Cathedral Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Hagley Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Standard King Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(42 reviews)
  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Corner Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Legacy Internal Room - No View

  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Christchurch

The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel places you in the centre of Christchurch, within just a 15-minute stroll of Cathedral Square and Hagley Park. Highlights at this Art Deco hotel include in-room free WiFi and Smart TVs. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and multilingual staff. Other amenities include luggage storage, a front desk safe and a lift. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 4-property class Christchurch City Centre hotel include Christchurch Casino and Christchurch Public Hospital.

What's nearby

  • Cathedral Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Riverside Market - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hagley Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Christchurch Casino - 14 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 13 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪C1 Espresso - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mexico - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Smash Palace - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Banh Mi Em - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Akin - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel

The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel offers its guests a terrace, multilingual staff, and complimentary use of a nearby fitness facility. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel also features a front desk safe and a lift.

This Art Deco Christchurch hotel is smoke free.

  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel offers 40 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 49-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks 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

  • Offsite parking available (NZD 19 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 30 for adults and NZD 30 for children

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 5 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 4:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 50

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • A damage deposit of NZD 150 will be collected before check-in.

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately NZD 30 for adults and from NZD 30 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: NZD 19 per day (951 ft away)
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 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
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, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

The Muse Christchurch
The Muse Christchurch, Art
The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel Hotel
The Muse Christchurch Boutique Art Hotel
The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel Christchurch
The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel Hotel Christchurch

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel?

The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel?

As of 1 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel on 3 May 2026 start from AU$139, 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.

Are there any beaches close to The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel?

The closest beach to The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel is Sumner Beach (10.2 km).

Does The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order brekkie is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel?

No, The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 205 out of 382 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 115 out of 382 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 382 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 382 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 382 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff were helpful, bad was comfortable and the included breakfast at the cafe next door was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes and the staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great return visit nice and familiar with a great view and breakfast spot
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bronwyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff room was fantastic great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms and great little cafe for breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great coffee
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Em

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great location. Parking was easy. Tram is walkable. Breakfast was actually in another building seems like with others together but understandable - still was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Linda, inverness

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and accommodating staff. Room was nice with updated bathroom. Location was very convenient to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great on all counts. Friendly staff. Location is perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, small room with great bathroom. Everything was spotless. The hotel is located right adjacent to nice areas for nightlife and food, and the roof bar attracts locals every evening.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love the dainty breakfast in the morning, hotel staff are always friendly and able to remember me and make pleasant conversation
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Magdalena

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chor Ee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really friendly check-in staff, beautiful ambience with the wall art, clean room with excellent amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Katelyn

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Di

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Shai

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very elegant and modern. Clean, quiet and centrally located.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Good stay apart from a very inconvenient false fire alarm at 5am which didn't even result in an apology on check out.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Helen

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Helmut

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant location in the heart of the city The staff were friend and great pointing out the bars and restaurants in the area
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark and Colleen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was noisy up to midnight due to base music from local night life. The hotel is trying to get the noise reduced. Couple of things requiring repair in the room. Towel rail loose. Slow close on the toilet seat not functioning. Suggest a toilet brush so guests can do a quick clean if it is soiled. Also three ply toilet paper to match the standard they are trying to portray. One ply loo paper is public toilet standards. Need to factor in the cost of car parking it using your own vehicle. Good location if you want to be right in the city centre. Room was comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, near restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025