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Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square

4.5 star property
Christchurch hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge, aimed at LGBTQ+ guests

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Lobby sitting area
Bar (on property)
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
In the heart of Christchurch, Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square offers a luxurious retreat. Enjoy international cuisine at The Square Restaurant, stay active with gym facilities and relax in the bar after a day exploring nearby Cashel Street Shopping Area and Isaac Theatre Royal. Multilingual staff are on hand to help you make the most of your stay.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Ski facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Ski storage
  • Fitness center
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Conference center
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Computer station

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
The current price is CNY912
CNY1,049 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27

Why we love this property

Luxury city center charm
Marvel at curated furnishings in this luxury hotel nestled in the heart of the city center. A design-forward haven for the style-conscious traveler.
Local culinary delights
Savor international cuisine at the restaurant or unwind at the bar. Buffet breakfast offers vegan, vegetarian, and locally-sourced organic options.
Blissful sleep sanctuary
Blackout drapes envelop luxury guestrooms in perfect darkness. Curated, individual furnishings create a unique retreat for a truly restorative slumber.

Room options

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

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 31 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Executive Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 31 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 31 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Superior Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 31 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
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About the neighborhood

Map
50 Cathedral Square, Christchurch, 8011

What's nearby

  • Cathedral Square - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Isaac Theatre Royal - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hagley Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Christchurch Casino - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 19 min drive
  • Christchurch Railway Station - 12 min drive
  • Rolleston Station - 23 min drive
  • Rangiora Station - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Market Place - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sakimoto - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Best Turkish Food Co - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪OGB Bar & Café - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square

Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Hagley Park. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at The Square Restaurant, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 154 rooms
    • Arranged over 13 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (16 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Secured covered onsite valet parking (NZD 35 per night)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • Caters to LGBTQ guests

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's games
  • Toys

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Skiing nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby

Working away

  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (3767 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Ski storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2009
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness center
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 49-inch LED TV
  • Premium satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Alarm clock
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

The Square Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner.
The Square Bar - Onsite bar. Open daily.

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.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: NZD 100.00 per night

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 37 per person
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of NZD 80 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of NZD 80 (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for NZD 50.0 per night

Parking

  • Covered valet parking costs NZD 35 per night

Policies

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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
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.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Also known as

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Novotel Cathedral Hotel
Novotel Cathedral Hotel Christchurch Square
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Frequently asked questions

Does Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square?

Yes. Valet parking costs NZD 35 per night. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of NZD 80 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of NZD 80 (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Christchurch Casino (8-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square and nearby?

Have fun with nearby winter activities like snowmobiling, snowshoeing, and skiing, and in warmer months enjoy a round of golf at the nearby golf course. Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square also has a fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square?

Yes, The Square Restaurant offers international cuisine.

What's the area around Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square like?

Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square is in Christchurch City Centre, a short 10-minute walk from Hagley Park and 3 minutes' walk from Isaac Theatre Royal. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently great with a good range of hot and cold food options. (13 reviews)
  • The property's location is ideal for dining, with many restaurants and shops within walking distance. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Good location and friendly staff
Manish, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice place to stay
Bruce, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good check-in, friendly staff. Here for a conference. Breakfast was great. Wouldn’t give a late checkout beyond 30mins without charge, disappointed by that.
Shannon, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome location, slept like a log!
Gill, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel with friendly and helpful staff.
Michelle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Welcoming, easy location
Laura, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good location
Chin Soon, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice room, good location
5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

All round great hotel. Very friendly staff and the room was comfortable and clean. Parking is an issue and the hotelwill charge $20 ish, but for the sake of walking for 5 to 10 mins you can park for free around Latimer Square and Gloucester road /barbadoee street.
Richard, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

The hotel is conveniently located in the city centre. We had a relaxing stay.
Prisca, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff at reception and breakfast each day.
Mark, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

convenient and close to main city.
Arsalan, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Only location is great.
Sharad, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great play to stay. Will be back
Logan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Easy accessible to town riverside markets etc
Simon, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Hotel in a great city

Fantastic location and service from the staff in a great city.
David, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely staff
Angela, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

An excellent choice of hotel for our stay in Christchurch.
Ket, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, friendly staff, close to the center of the city
Christine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good service, very spacious and clean room. Also convenient location to shopping and food. Appreciate the built in shelves for storage in sink area
V, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location, easy walking to shopping area and restaurants, tram
Bridget, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice and central hotel with flumphy beds and excellent pillows!
David, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was centrally located in town and there were decent restaurants walkable from the hotel. The lobby and restaurant were very clean and modern. The room was clean but felt a bit tired with worn carpet. There’s a public parking lot next door that is less than half the price of the valet so I’d suggest doing that to save.
Dan, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

It's a pretty basic hotel. Nothing fancy, but the location is great for wandering Christchurch.
Kody, 3-night trip

2/10 Poor

Old and tired, advertised 24/7 room service which isn't true.
Sam, 2-night trip