The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
5.0 star property
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Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- 24/7 front desk
- Air conditioning
- Gym
- Housekeeping
$154
$154
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Explore the area
9 Hereford Street Christchurch, Christchurch, Canterbury, 8013
- Hagley ParkPlace, Hagley Park1 min walk
- Christchurch Public HospitalPlace, Christchurch Public Hospital5 min walk
- Christchurch CasinoPlace, Christchurch Casino10 min walk
- Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)13 min drive
Room options
View all photos for Observatory Legacy room- Lower ground floor
Observatory Legacy room- Lower ground floor
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
17 reviews
(17 reviews)
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
View all photos for Observatory Deluxe Room
Observatory Deluxe Room
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
39 reviews
(39 reviews)
- 269 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
View all photos for Prestige Skylight Room
Prestige Skylight Room
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 reviews
(3 reviews)
- 344 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
View all photos for Royal Skylight Room
Royal Skylight Room
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
4 reviews
(4 reviews)
- 560 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
View all photos for Prestige Room
Prestige Room
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
8 reviews
(8 reviews)
- 323 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
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About this property
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
5-star hotel in Christchurch City Centre
A 24-hour fitness center, coffee/tea in a common area, and conference space are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include self parking, concierge services, and dry cleaning.
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch offers 33 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 49-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch features a 24-hour fitness center, a library, and tour/ticket assistance. Event facilities measuring 269 square feet (25 square meters) include conference space. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. This Victorian hotel also offers coffee/tea in a common area, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Limited onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis (surcharge). A total renovation of this property was completed in May 2022.
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch is a smoke-free property.
Continental breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
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.
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
- Onsite parking available only on request
- Uncovered self parking on site (NZD 30 per day)
- Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
- Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Food and drink
- Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 30 for adults and NZD 30 for children
- Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
- 24-hour gym
- Art gallery
- Bicycle rentals
- Books
- Concerts/live shows
- Library
Family friendly
- Grocery/convenience store
Conveniences
- 24-hour front desk
- Grocery/convenience store
- Luggage storage
- Safe at front desk
- Water dispenser
Guest services
- Concierge services
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Housekeeping (daily)
- Proposal/romance packages
- Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
- 269 square feet of conference space
- Meeting room
Spa
- Couples treatment rooms
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Elevator
- Handrails in stairways
- Height-adjustable showerhead
- Stair-free path to entrance
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair-accessible gym
- Wheelchair-accessible lounge
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
- Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
- Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
- Wheelchair-accessible van parking
More
- 3 buildings
- 3 floors
- Banquet hall
- Built in 1896
- Communal living room
- Renovated entire property - May 2022
- Smoking not allowed
- Victorian architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Down comforter
- Pillow menu
- Premium bedding
Bathroom
- Bathrobes
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- Rainfall showerhead
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Slippers
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- 49-inch smart TV with digital channels
- Netflix
- Streaming services
Food and drink
- Champagne service
- Coffee/tea maker
- Electric kettle
- Espresso maker
- Minibar
More
- Air conditioning
- Desk
- Free local calls
- Heating
- Individual decor
- Individual furnishings
- Iron/ironing board
- Phone
- Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
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
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
- 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.
You need to know
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
We should mention
Parking height restrictions apply
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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