Hotel & Motel & Hostel in Christchurch

“We had the most amazing time here and didn’t want to leave! Perfect location just a bus ride into the city which leaves from outside. The room was perfect exactly what we needed and the bed was so comfortable. The food in the restaurant/bar was amazing and extra points for the good Guiness which my partner said was the best one he’s had in New Zealand!! Top class service and hospitality, shoutout to the manager who really engaged with us throughout our trip and who was always up for a chat, he took care of everything we needed throughout our trip and made us feel so welcome. Would definitely recommend staying here to everyone traveling to Christchurch and would love to return again.”

“Great location! walking distance to city centre. Staff are very friendly.”

“I arrived in Christchurch on a red-eye flight for a solo trip and was a bit nervous since it was my first time staying in backpacker-style accommodation—especially arriving at 2am. I spent two nights in the all-female pod room and was pleasantly surprised. The atmosphere was great, with a diverse mix of ages and travellers. The facilities were clean, from the shower and toilet block to the kitchen. It’s also super convenient, with a grocery store, café, and car hire all just a short 2-minute walk away. The staff were wonderful—relaxed, friendly, and very accommodating. I’d definitely stay here again, especially for late-night or early-morning flights. Downside: Pod aircons could do with a service. Mine was a little noisy and struggling to cool my pod (This is the only reason why I did not rate the room 5 stars) I can sleep through the aircon but if your a light sleeper, I’d recommend booking a private room rather than a shared room.”

“What a nice place to stay. We were waiting in Christchurch before taking the TranzAlpine. The staff were so friendly. General amenities were present and the hygiene and cleanliness was up to standard. Perfect for anyone”

“Amazing, clean and tidy rooms. Bathroom was exceptional. Well located to central city and not far from Airport. Really flexible customer service!! Definitely recommend as your go to place to stay!!”

“Very clean. Nicely appointed. Good service. Took us on shuttle to train station on time.”

“The owner is passionate, caring, and really accommodating albeit a bit crazy (I mean that lovingly). The room smelled great and was clean. This my fault for not reading clearly, but the room doesn’t have air con and there is no fan. I just came from Antarctica and therefore super hot- maybe it wouldn’t have been a big deal otherwise. PLEASE THINK TWICE BEFORE BOOKING THROUGH A THIRD PARTY- Agoda made things really difficult for the owner and me by overbooking. The location was good for me due to what I needed but it’s a bit far from central. With everything said, I’d stay here again for the owners genuine.”

“Okay, so I have reviewed this place already. But I feel it worth it to add another positive review after my last few stays. Have stayed at 162 many times now. It's fairly short drive from the airport makes it a convenient overnight halt for me. The rooms are well appointed and clean. The owner is a absolute delight to deal with, his customer service is above and beyond. Showers have great pressure, rooms are toasty and warm, and beds comfortable with quality linen. Full Sky TV offered, and the motel is across the road from the Westfield mall. Waking up in a motel on Christmas morning is never fun, but I was glad I was staying at 162! Thanks team, keep up the great work!!!”

“Lovely, clean motel that's been recently decorated. Good location, walking distance to the Uni. Really friendly staff who go out of their way to make sure you're comfortable. Will definitely come back here.”

“Great value hotel with a delightful host. We were lucky to find the Executive Suite available at short notice before New Year's Eve. The room had a very comfortable bed and everything we needed for a great stay - excellent shower, large kitchenette, TV, iron etc. Bronnie was extremely helpful and friendly, standing out even in a country of full lovely people. The only slight annoyance was the occasional loud vehicle speeding down the road outside but short of replacing the French windows to the balcony, there is not much Bronnie could do about that. I hope to stay again! Thank you.”

“The manager was extremely accommodating by letting us store packs before check in and after on both times staying here. He dropped us off at the train and picked us up. Fantastic location and tidy rooms. Very good value for money”

“Friendly welcome. Great central location on bus route from airport. Upgraded room spacious, clean with comfortable bed. Very good well priced dinner and excellent breakfast. Great value.”

“Our two-night stay in Urbanz Queenstown was extremely pleasant! Each bed had its own personal nightlight and outlets and a curtain for privacy, though the curtain didn’t go past the bunk ladder. The bedding was super comfortable and towels were provided. Toilet paper wasn’t always available in all of the bathrooms. The showers were a decent size and there were hooks and shelves for your belongings. The hostel location is pretty central to the city which is very convenient and walking distance to the botanic gardens and nearby shops. At reception, we were advised of some parking spaces which were free 24/7, which was pretty nice. The wifi was pretty bad in all areas of the hostel, and the layout is confusing because there’s no singular staircase that takes you to all the floors, you’ll need to weasel your way around to make your way to the kitchen. Reception isn’t always staffed, so if the sliding door is unlocked during the “open” hours, the hostel isn’t very secure as you can access almost any part of the hostel without a key card once you get past reception. The cost for the two nights we stayed was reasonable. The kitchen was well stocked, absolutely beautiful and had an abundance of space for both dry and cold storage. I’d stay here again!”

“From start to finish Oz and Pip were awesome to deal with, very accommodating with everything I needed to do before settlement date, thoroughly recommend using them if needed to sell or find a home. Thanks to you both and all the best for the future.”

“Our 2-night stay at this picturesque lodge was made unforgettable by the breathtaking scenery and the warm hospitality of John and Sharon.”

“John and Ping were absolutely amazing hosts! Their house was beautiful and they were so accommodating. I highly recommend booking this B&B whenever you stay in Christchurch. From the food recs and the complimentary continental breakfast to the genuine conversations we shared, I cannot express the amount of hospitality John and Ping provided us!”

“Our dogs love coming to stay. Thoroughly recommend”

“Koa absolutely loves Central Park daycare and I struggle to get him to leave! All of the Woof Advisors and Dog Coaches are fantastic and really genuinely care about and love your fur baby”

“Shaun & Liam went absolutely above & beyond to make the sale of our house & subsequent purchase of our new home, happen. Professional, personable & hardworking, the lads pulled out all the stops to ensure the deal was pushed over the line & we couldn’t be happier with the outcome.”

“A very pleasant stay. Lovely hosts and brilliant amenities. Just what a B & B is all about. Many thanks.”

“I thought it would be cold in the South Island in winter, but instead it was sunny and tree-lined. I'm in Lincoln, staying at Chateau Pritchard. It's not far from Christchurch, but it's quieter than Christchurch. There's a famous university here, Lincoln University. It is easy to drive to various attractions from here. The owners are an amiable couple with their gentle dog. I loved walking barefoot on the grass in their garden in the morning, listening to the birds singing and soaking up the sun. At night we sat in the open-air SPA bathtub and looked up at the skyfull of stars. Barbara, the owner of the house, a lady with a sweet smile, can cook all kinds of delicious food. During our stay, she gave us a lot of help, just like our relatives. I highly recommend it and would choose to stay here next time if I had the chance.”

“If you after the real Youth Hostel experience this is the place. Loved staying there, very homely and really retro.”

“Great service. Beautiful job on my 2 collies. Very happy boys and mum.”

“Amazing stay with the most excellent hosts. Superb breakfasts and dinners. Beautiful location.”

“Excellent, especially as I'm in the UK until September and have been in the UK for most of the sales process Although we never met, email conversation made everything easy”

“The host farm is lovely, new rooms, great meals My husband was hospitable”

“Brenda and Frankie was so welcoming, room was amazing with beautiful view.”

“Excellent quality acmdtn, would definitely book here again.”