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The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

Christchurch Canterbury
Check in 2:00 PM
Check out 10:00 AM
With a stay at The Observatory Hotel Christchurch, you'll be centrally located in Christchurch, steps from Hagley Park and within a 5-minute walk of The Arts Centre. This luxury hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Riverside Market and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Cashel Mall.

Make yourself at home in one of the 33 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and Smart televisions. Your bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.

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
  • 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

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.

  • 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 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
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
Chalice - 0.7 km / 0.5 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).


Other charges

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 25 for adults and NZD 25 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