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Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square

4.5 star property

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Lobby sitting area
Bar (on property)
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Bar (on property)
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Room service

Explore the area

Map
50 Cathedral Square, Christchurch, 8011
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Isaac Theatre Royal
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Christchurch Casino
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed

In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

  • 334 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Double Room, 2 Double Beds

In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Double Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 334 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 2 Double Beds

In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Double Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 334 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed

In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

  • 334 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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  • Air conditioning
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4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, (954)
The price is $135
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$155 total
includes taxes & fees
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About this property

Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square

4.5-star hotel in Christchurch City Centre
A restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, a conference center, and valet parking. Housekeeping is available on request.
Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square offers 154 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished. 49-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The hotel offers a restaurant and a snack bar/deli. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is complimentary. Event facilities measuring 3767 square feet (350 square meters) include a conference center. This luxury hotel also offers a fitness center, multilingual staff, and ski storage. Onsite parking is available (surcharge), along with a car charging station.

Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square is a smoke-free property.

Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM.
The Square Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner.
The Square Bar - Onsite bar. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English, Filipino, German, Hindi, Japanese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (NZD 35 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 37 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Square Bar
  • The Square Restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Ski storage
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (3,767 square feet of space)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 13 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2009
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch LED TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NZD 80
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 80
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 16 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 50.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: NZD 100.00 per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 37 per person
  • Covered valet parking fee: NZD 35 per night
  • Early check-in fee: NZD 80 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 80 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 50.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property caters to LGBTQ+ guests
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
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

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Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 477 out of 952 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 340 out of 952 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 952 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 952 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 952 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tracey, Mayfield

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot close to bus stops and easy walk around Christchurch. Buffet breakfast had lots of options.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deepa

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Michael

Mediocre
Room did not smell fresh. Windows did not open. Water tasted poorly. Bathroom layout is very odd. Bed was confortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Chi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Satisfied with the basic provided.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Certainly! Here's a review for your stay at Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square: --- Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square had a fantastic experience. The room was incredibly comfortable, equipped with all the necessary amenities to ensure a pleasant stay. The hotel's location is perfect—it's within walking distance to beautiful parks and a variety of shops, making it easy to explore the city. The staff were friendly and attentive, adding to the overall excellent service. I highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Christchurch!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Bridget

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, easy walking to shopping area and restaurants, tram
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Saravanan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located in a central location offering a large room with two king beds. Walkable distance to shopping and food options.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and central hotel with flumphy beds and excellent pillows!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janis, BLACKBURN

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pillow was the best I've experienced in NZ. Bed was good also.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Amani, Auckland

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are a little tired and could do with a refurb but good location and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ally

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, comfortable room. Great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Komila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Suneeth Umesh

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was very convenient. However, the rooms were small and no wash basin in toilet but in the room which was bit of a nuisance. Buffet breakfast was okay. If you are looking for convenience with buffet go for it. If you are looking for bigger rooms, look for alternatives.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Antoni

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anisha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Angela, AuckAuckland

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The Novatel was very conviently located near the buses also very close to the tram. The hotel restaurant was lovley. We had dinner and breakfast and where very happy with the service and food. The hotel itself was a bit older than I thought but we where very happy with our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Vicki

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A Wonderful Hotel in Christchurch
Our one night stay was great. Staff were pleasant, room was clean and very comfortable and best of all was the fantastic buffet breakfast. Central location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024