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The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

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.

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

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.

  • 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
Christchurch Art Gallery - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Bridge of Remembrance - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Christ's College - 0.6 km / 0.4 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).


Hotel policies

General

  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in
  • Professional property host/manager
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • LGBTQ 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
Free WiFi
Wheelchair accessible parking