Rydges Latimer Christchurch

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Rydges
8.8 (2390 reviews)
30 Latimer Square , Christchurch , nz

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Children allowed

Facilities

Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and convenient location
Friendly staff
Good breakfast
Cons:
TV outdated
Small bathrooms
Car park charges

Categories

Cleanliness
8.21
Clean and conveniently located. Some reviews mentioned sticky carpets.
Service
9.18
Friendly and helpful staff in most reviews, though some found the service less accommodating.
Location
9.22
Central location and easy accessibility to downtown.
Room Quality
8.17
Rooms were spacious but some described issues like small bathrooms and uncomfortable beds.
Amenities
8.9
Modern amenities and good breakfast, although TV was outdated in some rooms.
Value for Money
8.66
Some reviews mentioned it being a bit expensive for the quality.
Food and Beverage
9.11
Generally positive feedback on food quality, particularly the breakfast.
Overall Experience
8.98
Overall good experience with a few minor complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 14:14

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation

Rydges Latimer Christchurch offers elegant rooms with modern amenities such as flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, and comfortable work desks. Some rooms even feature convenient kitchenettes for longer stays.

Dining Excellence

Indulge in delectable meals at Bloody Mary's Grill and Bar Restaurant, known for its use of fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. Enjoy a wide selection of South Island wines and beers while children under 12 receive discounted buffet breakfasts.

Convenience and Leisure

Benefit from hotel facilities like a fitness centre, sauna, and 24-hour room service. With a 24-hour front desk, dry cleaning service, and guest laundry, Rydges Latimer ensures a stress-free stay for all guests.

Book now to experience unparalleled comfort and convenience at Rydges Latimer Christchurch.

Important information:

Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with a credit card.

If you need to put your travel plans on hold, you can relax knowing you're covered with fully flexible cancelation. For more information about flexible COVID cancelation and health & safety, please contact the Hotel directly to discuss or read our Terms of Use.Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: CHC

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    People no matter the age stay for NZD 60 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs NZD 25 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 2390 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.21
Service: 9.18
Location: 9.22
Room Quality: 8.17
Amenities: 8.9
Value for Money: 8.66
Food and Beverage: 9.11
Overall Experience: 8.98
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Al • couple • nz
9
Get short break, friendly staff
Pros:

So close to everything 5-minute walk to stadium

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Barrak hadid • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Muhammad • couple • au
8
Pros:

It was a good location with available parking and generally a good value for money. There was a promotion going on, so we benefited from it.

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Edmund • couple • nz
7
Value for money
Pros:

It’s clean and it’s got everything advertised.

Cons:

The gym is small. Restaurant food is average at best

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
L
Lori • couple • us
9
Pros:

Convenient. We were tired after a long flight so this location had everything we needed.

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
R
Richard • couple • au
8
Mixed bag
Pros:

Bed and Shower exceptional
Breakfast really good

Cons:

Pay parking
No bedside table on one side of the queen bed
Holes in the blockout curtains
Had to stand on the sofa to close curtains
No USB at bedside

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Judy • couple • ca
9
2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Glen • solo_traveller • nz
10
2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Pamela • couple • us
10
Pros:

The property was in walking distance to many of the places we went. The staff was friendly and helpful.

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
M
Michelle • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

The room was a king and very comfortable.
The hotel staff were very accommodating and helpful. We left a bag in the taxi they booked for us and helped us get it back in time to meet our plane. Excellent service including at dinner and during checkin.

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
P
Panckhurst • couple • nz
8
Pros:

Great location

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
S
Sarah • couple • nz
7
2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
P
Pamela • couple • us
10
Pros:

Comfortable stay and friendly staff

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
G
Greg • couple • au
10
The concierge went out of their way to find a room that we could check in to early.
Pros:

Very close to rugby stadium. Restaurant brilliant.

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Jill Friend • extended_group • nz
10
Excellent stay
Pros:

Fantastic stay, brilliant staff, very good breakfast. Cleanliness and room were faultless, very comfortable. Will definitely stay again.

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Kim • solo_traveller • nz
10
Pros:

We were invited to check in early because our room was ready. This was excellent because we needed to charge our phones before going out.

Cons:

Not enough coffee pods.

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Earl • family_with_children • nz
9
Will definitely stay here again next time we in Christchurch
Pros:

Location to what we were in ChCh for

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
T
Toni • couple • nz
5
Disappointed with lack of respect by night management. The Day staff were excellent but are used to fixing evening event
Pros:

Location to the New Stadium

Cons:

The Restaurants patrons are catered to more than paid guests in the hotel

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Toni • solo_traveller • nz
3
Grumpy staff. Loud music in carpark
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Very very noisy. They had tents in carpark and live music till midnight

2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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Karen • couple • nz
3
Would not stay there again very disappointed
Pros:

Not a lot

Cons:

Was very basic not worth the money paid looking out onto a wall

2026-04-24 • via Nuitee