Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square

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Novotel
8.3 (1265 reviews)
52 Cathedral Square , Christchurch , nz

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Children allowed

Facilities

Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Good food quality
Cons:
Issues with cleanliness
Missing amenities
Inconsistent service interactions

Categories

Cleanliness
7.3
Several reviews mention issues such as congestion in rooms and smells, indicating concerns about cleanliness.
Service
9.3
Overall positive mentions of staff friendliness and helpfulness, despite some specific negative encounters.
Location
9.8
Frequent praise for the convenient and perfect location.
Room Quality
7.8
Mixed sentiments; some rooms described as run down, but others noted as clean and comfortable.
Amenities
7.3
Issues with missing amenities like microwaves or unpleasant surprises like old amenities were noted.
Value for Money
8.3
Concerns raised about pricing fluctuations, but good value mentioned in some reviews.
Food and Beverage
8.3
Positive experience regarding food quality, especially for Christmas dinner.
Overall Experience
8.3
General satisfaction mentioned but noted areas for improvement, reflecting an overall decent experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 02:16

Property Description

City Centre Location
Located in the heart of the city, Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square offers a modern stay with stunning city views from every room. Just a stroll away from the Convention Centre and Hagley Park, convenience meets luxury at our 4.5-star hotel.

Modern and Spacious Rooms
Choose from a variety of contemporary rooms at Novotel Christchurch, each designed for comfort and style. Enjoy amenities like wireless broadband, LCD TVs, and some rooms even feature a separate living area and work desk for your convenience.

Culinary Delights and Fitness
Indulge in New Zealand cuisine and fine wines at our on-site restaurant, open all day for your dining pleasure. Stay active at our fully equipped gym to keep up with your fitness routine during your stay.

Experience the best of Christchurch at Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square. Book your stay now!

Important information:

Please note, there is a 1.4% credit card surcharge when using a credit card.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: CHC

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs NZD 35 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 15 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for NZD 50 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.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 1265 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.3
Service: 9.3
Location: 9.8
Room Quality: 7.8
Amenities: 7.3
Value for Money: 8.3
Food and Beverage: 8.3
Overall Experience: 8.3
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Janette • couple • au
10
Pros:

The room had 2 double beds which gave us a lot of space which was good. The toilet and shower were in a separate room from the basin which gave flexibility. The bed was comfortable and the location was great. Close to the city and the restaurants in New Regent street and the theatres.

2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • family_with_children • ch
7
2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Claudia • solo_traveller • nz
10
2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Rashid • family_with_children • us
10
2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Lucas • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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cf • extended_group • au
8
Pros:

cleanliness, comfort of the bed

Cons:

Drinking water not provided

2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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Carmen • couple • au
10
Good room, excellent staff, wonderful bar and restaurant pity about the weather.
Pros:

We had non-stop rain so ate at the bar and restaurant on three occasions, normally would prefer to go further.
We also bought wine and food from supermarket in walkable distance. Enjoyed this stay despite the rain.

Cons:

Always prefer a cheaper price but that isn't a real criticism.

2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
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Hamish • family_with_children • nz
1
2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
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jean-marie • couple • pf
4
Cons:

Pas boisson dans le frigo

2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Mike • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Location and comfort

2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
旅おやじ • couple • jp
6
2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Mike • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Angela • family_with_children • nz
10
2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Susan • couple • nz
8
Pros:

Panoramic view from our room. Pleasant and efficient staff. We enjoyed the quiet ambience of the bar during Saturday afternoon for a spot of lunch and a glass of wine after shopping and walking. Location was great.

Cons:

Can't think of anything in particular.

2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Sabine • couple • de
9
We had a wonderful day and the location was fantastic.
Pros:

We had a wonderful day and the location was fantastic.

2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • couple • au
8
Great location, central to everything.
Pros:

Great location, central to everything.

Cons:

The rooms were more dated than we thought, but was comfortable.

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Nhut • family_with_children • au
10
Very friendly and accommodating
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Karl • family_with_children • nz
5
Overpriced, won’t be back
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

Overpriced. I paid over $500 for a room that should not have cost more than $300.
Very average decor. No mini bar. Took a full five minutes for the shower to heat up.

2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • family_with_children • nz
6
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

Very sterile. Small rooms not great value for money.

2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • au
10
Perfect location, highly recommend
Pros:

Great location, clean and great food, valet parking was well worth the extra $10 as we could leave our car there as long as we liked the following day.

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee