Golden Hotel

Hotels
9.2 (2405 reviews)
229 Riccarton Road , Christchurch , nz

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Heating
Garden
Lift / Elevator
Laundry
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and tidy
Friendly staff
Cons:
Noise from the main road
Limited breakfast options

Categories

Cleanliness
9.14
Rooms were clean and tidy, with a few mentions of cleanliness in several reviews.
Service
9.61
Friendly and helpful staff were frequently mentioned, indicating great service.
Location
9.35
Great location mentioned multiple times for its convenience to nearby cafes and transport.
Room Quality
9.1
Room sizes were larger than expected, with modern and well-equipped features.
Amenities
8.93
Facilities were new and fairly complete, though some reviews noted limited breakfast options.
Value for Money
9.29
Many reviews praised good value for money considering the quality of stay.
Food and Beverage
8.84
Good remarks on cafes nearby but some lack of breakfast options might deter.
Overall Experience
9.31
General consensus was positive with multiple recommendations for future stays.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 03:33

Property Description

Convenient Location in Christchurch:
Located just 2.7 km from Christchurch Railway Station, Golden Hotel provides a peaceful retreat with easy access to nearby attractions like Christchurch Art Gallery and Hagley Park.

Modern Amenities for Comfort:
Enjoy a comfortable stay in our air-conditioned rooms equipped with essential amenities such as free WiFi, a fridge, and a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries. Relax and unwind while taking in the city view from selected rooms.

Relaxing Garden and On-Site Dining:
Unwind in our garden or socialize in the shared lounge before indulging in a delicious meal at our on-site restaurant. With free private parking available, your stay at Golden Hotel is sure to be convenient and enjoyable.

Book your stay at Golden Hotel now for a memorable experience in Christchurch.

Important information:

Please note that there is a 2.5% charge when you pay with a (Visa, Mastercard, American Express etc) 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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

  • 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 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 4 years old to 12 years old stay for NZD 40 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for NZD 40 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

9.2
Based on 2405 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.14
Service: 9.61
Location: 9.35
Room Quality: 9.1
Amenities: 8.93
Value for Money: 9.29
Food and Beverage: 8.84
Overall Experience: 9.31
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Joanne • solo_traveller • nz
9
Pros:

Great location. Have stayed many times, always super clean & comfortable. Nice beds.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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james • solo_traveller • nz
9
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Jayden • couple • nz
7
Over all a very pleasant time besides the bed
Pros:

Cafe just down stairs which had amazing coffee and food, place was clean and well maintained

Cons:

The beds were completely awful on the back, me and my partner were struggling to sleep for long periods because of it

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Jo • solo_traveller • nz
8
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Tania • solo_traveller • nz
10
Pros:

Spotless comfortable great value for money

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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HSIANGWEI • family_with_children • tw
10
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Lynn • couple • nz
9
Pros:

Room was always nice and warm. Rooms were clean and comfortable and quiet. Hotel had a welcoming and pleasant feel to it.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Fell • couple • nz
7
Very comfortable thanks.
Pros:

Appreciated upgrade thankyou.
Clean bathroom, good kitchenette. Nice linen and towels. Comfy beds.
Good soundproof rooms despite being on riccarton rd. Nice cafe below.

Cons:

The 2nd bedroom in 201 is windowless which felt quite strange. Became stuffy.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Gurpreet • couple • nz
10
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Carl • solo_traveller • nz
8
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Naidu • family_with_children • nz
10
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Rachel • family_with_children • nz
10
Pros:

Quiet, clean, top quality rooms with everything we needed. Beautiful view from our room.

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Allan • solo_traveller • nz
9
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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nadeen • couple • nz
9
Pros:

Clean, warm and very comfortable

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Dinesh • couple • np
10
Worth the value to stay..
Pros:

Facilities

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Dinesh • couple • np
10
Worth the value
Pros:

Facilities

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Hackett • couple • nz
10
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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P Chomphoosri • extended_group • nz
10
Pros:

We really love this place. We always stay here whenever we visit Christchurch.

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • solo_traveller • nz
10
Will always be my go to accommodation in christchurch,value for money,great staff ,comfortable rooms
Pros:

This is my go to accommodation in christchurch as its convenient, and great value for money
Staff are great and has a cafe down stairs

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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ji • solo_traveller • nz
10
Pros:

We had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The room was clean, comfortable, and well maintained. The staff were welcoming, professional, and always happy to help. The location was convenient, and the overall experience was excellent. Highly recommended!

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee