The Salisbury Business Class

Hotels
8.7 (973 reviews)
213 Salisbury Street , Christchurch , NZ
+64 3 365 9588

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
Laundry
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Friendly staff
Clean and comfortable
Cons:
Small rooms
Odor issues
No fridge as advertised

Categories

Cleanliness
8.41
Reviews mention the hotel is clean but have issues with odors in certain rooms.
Service
9.38
Friendly and helpful staff, responsive to needs even outside of operating hours.
Location
9.42
Good location walkable to the city and local attractions.
Room Quality
7.87
Rooms are described as small with some complaints about the lack of advertised amenities.
Amenities
7.9
Lack of a fridge as advertised and complaints about additional charges for laundry.
Value for Money
8.86
Overall considered a good value for the location and services provided.
Food and Beverage
8.41
Some compliments about the offerings, but missing fresh fruit in breakfast could improve.
Overall Experience
9.38
Most reviews indicate a positive experience with a few minor complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 09:58

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Experience comfort and style at The Salisbury Business Class in Christchurch. Our 4-star hotel offers modern air-conditioned rooms with top-notch amenities including free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and private bathrooms. Some rooms even feature fully equipped kitchens for added convenience.

Convenient Location
Located near popular attractions like Christchurch Art Gallery and Canterbury Museum, our hotel is the perfect choice for both leisure and business travelers. Explore the city with ease and return to the tranquility of our garden and terrace.

Exceptional Service
Enjoy the convenience of room service and private parking during your stay. Our attentive staff ensures that every guest has a memorable experience. Book now and indulge in the ultimate comfort at The Salisbury Business Class.

Important information:

The name on the credit card used for the booking should correspond to the guest staying at the property. For bookings made by a third party, you will need to complete an authorisation form and present a copy of the person’s ID and credit card.

Please note that there is a 2.5% charge when you pay with a credit card.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 973 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.41
Service: 9.38
Location: 9.42
Room Quality: 7.87
Amenities: 7.9
Value for Money: 8.86
Food and Beverage: 8.41
Overall Experience: 9.38
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Richard • solo_traveller • nz
8
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Jason • couple • nz
10
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Kenny • solo_traveller • nz
10
Will come back next time
Pros:

A very good location

Cons:

Great overall

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Dan • solo_traveller • us
7
A pretty good spacious stay. Slower Wifi. Location a bit north of town.
Pros:

Came here to do some work for a few days. Really not a bad stay, I got a large room and it was comfortable and clean. The bed was cozy and the AC worked well. The 20 minute or so stroll into the heart of Christchurch will do you good. I did not partake of the breakfast but it was offered and there was plenty of tea, a hot water kettle, and utensils on offer. The location is a bit north of the center of town, so could be described as out of the way, this might be a perk.

The staff was friendly and produced an accurate invoice for work when I checked out.
If the Wifi were faster I could see myself staying here again.

Cons:

The curtains were all or nothing - they either block out all the light or have no privacy. Would have preferred a privacy screen that splits the difference.
The shower is puny and a good deal of it is taken up with fixtures.
I would have liked a bath mat or two but towels worked in a pinch.
No elevator to the second level, this didn't bother me but be aware.
Crucially, the wifi was quite slow, or limited at least. It was stable, however.
Housecleaning ignored the 'do not disturb' notice on my door and woke me up, only once though.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Kenny • solo_traveller • nz
10
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Cameron • solo_traveller • nz
8
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Cristine • extended_group • br
9
2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Craig • solo_traveller • nz
10
Wish I could’ve stayed longer. So comfy.
Pros:

Was such a nice old time hotel feel while having all mod cons. The lady on the front desk was absolutely lovely and I felt very welcomed and was given directions and recommendations for the city. The bed was unreal. I had one of the best nights sleep I’ve had in a long time. Highly recommend The Salisbury

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Frances • couple • nz
8
We had a peaceful quiet and comfortable night and appreciated that everything worked well and easily.
Pros:

Good location. Comfy and quiet. Everything we needed. We appreciated the ease of late check-in

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Maria Christita • couple • nz
9
Was more comfortable if the bed is a bit softer.
Pros:

Cleanliness and was quite private!
Mirrors at the reception is great!

Cons:

Shower pressure and no rubbish bin in the kitchen and there was one for the room but better with a lid.

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Lyn • couple • nz
9
Excellent getaway for a night
Pros:

Central quiet location with parking, lovely staff and comfy bed.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Amy • couple • nz
10
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Theresa • extended_group • nz
8
Comfortable and Spacious
Pros:

Spacious, clean and well located

Cons:

It was slightly challenging to park but overall experience was very good

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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JUSTIN • family_with_children • nz
8
MOST PLEASANT STAY
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • nz
8
Great stay in Christchurch
Pros:

Great location to CBD
Friendly staff.

Cons:

Bed wasn’t the most comfortable

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Mary Ann Domingo • solo_traveller • nz
10
Pros:

The room is perfectly clean, staffs were so friendly.

Cons:

None

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Charlotte • family_with_children • nz
9
2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Cathy • solo_traveller • nz
8
2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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charlotte • solo_traveller • nz
9
2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • nz
8
very comfortable, quiet and lovely owners
Pros:

very comfortable and quiet

Cons:

shower screens let water under

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee