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About the Hotel

14 Cathedral Square, Christchurch, New Zealand, 8011

Rooms & Accommodation

Distinction Christchurch Hotel offers 179 air-conditioned rooms across 11 floors, including Classic King, Superior King, and Family Suites. Rooms feature king beds or two queen beds, 55-inch Smart TVs with SKY channels, double-glazed windows, and free unlimited WiFi. Suites include separate lounge areas with additional TVs, work desks, and views of Cathedral Square. Ensuite bathrooms have walk-in showers with dual shower heads; some include separate baths. The hotel recycles toiletries through The Hotel Weka program.

Dining at Gumption

Gumption Restaurant & Bar serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and High Tea daily. The breakfast buffet includes hot selections, freshly baked items, smoothies, waffles, and a live egg station (6 am-10 am). High Tea features sandwiches, blinis, scones with jam and cream, sweet treats, gourmet teas, barista coffee, and bubbly wine. A kids' menu is available with activity sheets and highchairs.

Leisure & Facilities

Guests receive complimentary access to the Level 3 gym, open from 5 am to 10 pm, with cardio machines, dumbbells, and a functional trainer. The hotel is 500 meters from the Avon River for running and 2 km from Hagley Park. Valet parking is available for $30 per day with in/out privileges. Free Penguin Express and adventure park shuttles stop nearby.

Central City Location

The hotel is in Cathedral Square, a 5-minute walk from the Avon River, Christchurch Botanic Gardens, Christchurch Casino, Cashel Mall, and Te Pae Convention Centre. The tram stop is meters away, providing access to 17 city stops, including the Arts Centre, Canterbury Museum, and New Regent Street. The Canterbury Museum shuttle stop is 1 km away for services to the International Antarctic Centre and Christchurch Adventure Park.

Services & Sustainability

Services include 24-hour in-room dining, valet parking ($30/day), and free unlimited WiFi. The business deal includes breakfast and gym access. The hotel participates in The Hotel Weka recycling program, converting used toiletries into construction materials. Family suites accommodate up to 6 guests, with options connecting rooms for groups.

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From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.
Classic Family Suite
2 persons
63 m² 
2 King Size Beds
Shower
Heating
Superior Family Suite
2 persons
69 m² 
2 King Size Beds
Shower
Heating
Classic Junior Suite
2 persons
55 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Superior Junior Suite
2 persons
55 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Getting around

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City Centre
Christchurch200 m
Airports
Christchurch (CHC) 10.5 km

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • On-site car park
  • Handicap parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Children's menu

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

14 Cathedral Square, Christchurch, New Zealand, 8011
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14 Cathedral Square, Christchurch, New Zealand, 8011
Nearby
Bridge
Bridge of Remembrance
590 m
Church
Cardboard Cathedral
120 m
Square
New Regent Street
300 m
Corner of Armargh and Gloucester Streets
Victoria Square
440 m
Worcester Street Central City
Latimer Square
410 m
105 Cathedral Square
Godley Statue
130 m
86 Kilmore Street Central City
Christchurch Town Hall
580 m
Square
Cathedral Square
90 m
Waterloo Place
Statue of Robert Falcon Scott
310 m
Mall
Re:START Mall
400 m
68 Oxford Terrace Corner of Oxford Terrace and Montreal Street
Canterbury Earthquake National Memorial
590 m
100 Cathedral Sqiuare Next To The Christchurch Cathedral
Chalice Sculpture
120 m
Museum
CoCA - Centre of Contemporary Art
460 m
Cashel Street
Cashel Street
590 m
Corner of Gloucester and Colombo Streets
Tree Houses for Swamp Dwellers
470 m
From Cathedral Square to Rolleston Avenue Central City
Worcester Boulevard
130 m
Restaurants
The Burger Joint
150 m
Shop 6 78 Brighton Mall
Mumbaiwala Indian Street Kitchen
190 m
120 Hereford Street BNZ Centre
Christchurch Tramway Restaurant
180 m
Welcome Aboard Booking Office Shop 13 Cathedral Junction
Sakimoto Japanese Bistro
170 m
Cathedral Junction 107-121 Worcester Street
Twenty Seven Steps
290 m
16 New Regent St
Robert Harris Cafe
150 m
12 Hereford Street YMCA Building
Little Brews Espresso
130 m
BNZ Centre 120 Hereford Street Unit 10
Hachi Hachi Hereford Street
150 m
120 Hereford Street Inside of BNZ Centre Building
Chong's Restaurant
130 m
111 Worcester street
The Square Restaurant
150 m
52 Cathedral Square Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square Hotel
Swiss Bistro
150 m
Cathedral Junction 107-121 Worcester Street
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