The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

Name: The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
Address: 9 Hereford Street Christchurch, Christchurch, 8013, NZ
Telephone: +61 3 8827 0770
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.9

Christchurch Canterbury

Check in 2:00 PM

Check out 10:00 AM

Your green getaway begins at The Observatory Hotel Christchurch, proving that responsible travel can be luxuriously comfortable, steps from Hagley Park and within a 5-minute walk of The Arts Centre. This luxury hotel is 9 minutes walk to Riverside Market and 15 minutes walk to Cashel Mall.

Relax sustainably with rainfall showerhead, a private bathroom with premium toiletries, a 49-inch flat-screen TV, air conditioning, a fully-stocked minibar, in-room coffee & tea facilities, daily housekeeping and premium bedding, in our eco-certified rooms. Conveniences include wheelchair-accessibility, an in-room safe, bathrobes, an iron and ironing board, a phone and a desk.

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Property Details

Take advantage of recreation opportunities including a 24-hour fitness center and bicycles to rent. This Victorian hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a communal living room.

Dry cleaning/laundry service
Uncovered parking
Books
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Casino nearby
Banquet hall
Proposal/romance packages available
Health or beauty spa nearby
Parking (limited spaces)
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Number of meeting rooms - 1
Conference space size (meters) - 25
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Free WiFi
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible parking
Tours/ticket assistance
24-hour fitness facilities
Art gallery on site
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Luggage storage
Grocery/convenience store
Handrails in stairways
Concerts/live shows
Water dispenser
24-hour front desk
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Library
Smoke-free property
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Coffee/tea in common areas
Elevator
Self parking (surcharge)
Conference space
Bicycle rentals on site
Conference space size (feet) - 269
Concierge services
Year Built - 1896
Number of buildings/towers - 3
Total number of rooms - 33
Number of floors - 3

Check-in

Check-in is from 2:00 PM until anytime. Guests must be at least 18 to check-in.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

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

Other details

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.

Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Planning an event in Christchurch? This hotel has 269 square feet (25 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Hagley Park - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Canterbury Museum - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
The Arts Centre - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Rutherford's Den - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Christchurch Art Gallery - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
The Terrace - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Bridge of Remembrance - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Riverside Market - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Cashel Mall - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Christchurch Public Hospital - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Cashel Street Shopping Area - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Cathedral Square - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Christchurch I-SITE - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Christchurch Botanic Gardens - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
The preferred airport for The Observatory Hotel Christchurch is Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 10.2 km / 6.4 mi

Parking height restrictions apply.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Contactless check-out is available.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Hotel policies

General

Property does not require health documentation at check-in
Professional property host/manager
Contactless check-out is available
LGBTQIA+ friendly
No cribs (infant beds) available
No rollaway/extra beds available
Parking height restrictions apply
Cashless transactions are available
Essential workers only - NO
Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award

Pets

Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Pets not allowed

Other charges

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.

Location

9 Hereford Street Christchurch, Christchurch, Canterbury 8013, New Zealand

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