Drifter Christchurch

Hotels
9.1 (2827 reviews)
96 Lichfield Street , Christchurch , nz

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and comfortable rooms
Great location in city center
Friendly and helpful staff
Cons:
Small kitchen area
Lack of personal space in shared rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
8.79
Generally clean as mentioned in multiple reviews, but minor complaints about shared kitchen cleanliness.
Service
9.26
Friendly and helpful staff were highlighted positively in several reviews.
Location
9.8
Ideal location in the city center, very convenient for accessing amenities.
Room Quality
9.25
Rooms are clean and comfortable, though some noted a lack of personal space in shared situations.
Amenities
8.78
Amenities are good with shared spaces, but the kitchen is considered small for the number of guests.
Value for Money
9.24
Many guests mentioned good value given the location and condition of the hostel.
Food and Beverage
8.29
Review comments indicate that food prep areas can be crowded and not fully equipped.
Overall Experience
9.36
Overall a very positive experience with great atmosphere and facilities.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 19:07

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located in the heart of Christchurch, Drifter Christchurch offers easy access to popular attractions such as Christchurch Art Gallery and Canterbury Museum.

Comfortable Accommodation
Featuring air-conditioned rooms with modern amenities, guests can relax in a shared lounge or enjoy the terrace. The 24-hour front desk ensures a seamless stay experience.

Delicious Dining Options
Guests can indulge in a delightful à la carte or American breakfast at the on-site restaurant. Free WiFi and entertainment staff add to the overall experience.

Book your stay at Drifter Christchurch now for a memorable experience in Christchurch!

Important information:

Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with a (Visa, Mastercard, American Express) credit card.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

Location

Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 2827 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.79
Service: 9.26
Location: 9.8
Room Quality: 9.25
Amenities: 8.78
Value for Money: 9.24
Food and Beverage: 8.29
Overall Experience: 9.36
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Nic • solo_traveller • nz
10
Great vibe
Pros:

Excellent location, facilities and staff - highly recommended!

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Judith • solo_traveller • de
10
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Ekaterina • solo_traveller • it
10
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Isabel • couple • nz
4
Not great
Pros:

Location, clean

Cons:

Having to cast own TV, encourage automation to check in, obtain key, the heat pump going on at 3am each night woke me up, the shower was below par

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • solo_traveller • au
10
Would definitely see myself staying here again if in the area!
Pros:

Management was amazing! Kitchen and lounge ammenities were great, and location was very central to everything cbd.

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Erika • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

none

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
詩涵 • couple • tw
8
Pros:

接待人員超溫暖，還幫忙我推行李，非常感謝！

Cons:

雙人房都是無障礙空間嗎？
廁所的水管聲工作一整夜，很吵。

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Jordicamo • solo_traveller • es
10
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Hassan • solo_traveller • nz
10
Great experience
Pros:

Cleane

Cons:

Only one pillow

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Janette • family_with_children • nz
8
Otherwise had a great stay
Pros:

Great location

Cons:

Bathroom could use an upgrade…water pressure wasn’t amazing

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • solo_traveller • ch
8
Cons:

Check-out did not work early in the morning :-(

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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ross • extended_group • nz
10
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Lena • solo_traveller • de
10
Awesome
Pros:

Das Drifter ist so ziemlich das schönste Hostel, in dem ich jemals war: tolle Aufenthaltsbereiche, geräumige Küche und Essensraum, eine eigene Bibliothek zum ruhigen lesen und ein eigener Space mit yogamatten und Blöcken ausgestattet! Die Zimmer sind modern, sauber und geräumig. Besonders das Personal und deren Bemühungen möchte ich hervorheben. Es gab einen Abend ein get together mit günstigem Essen, um neue Leute kennenzulernen und vor meiner Abreise hat man mir sogar noch schnell einen Cappuccino mitgegeben, weil ich recht gestresst aus dem Aufzug kam. Die Lage ist top für die Anreise mit dem Bus und fußläufig zu Stadt. Ich wünschte ich wäre länger geblieben!

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Hendra • solo_traveller • sg
10
2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Hendra • solo_traveller • sg
10
2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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CHIUNG LIN • solo_traveller • tw
10
住宿地點方便位於市中心與車站附近
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Minoru • solo_traveller • jp
7
2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Wang • solo_traveller • cn
10
Wonderful and perfect, make me feel in love this city already
Pros:

This hostel is perfect! The room is big and clean. I booked an 8-female-only room, and it has two bathrooms! Amazing! The facilities are excellent, and the staff is very friendly and helpful. Definitely wanna live in this place again.

Cons:

N/A

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Bonnie • extended_group • us
9
2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Jason • solo_traveller • pw
7
Great value, fun spot.
Pros:

I had a really nice stay at Drifter Christchurch. Excellent location, and a clean new building. Check in & the electronic key went smoothly. My private room was clean and comfortable with a good bed. I didn’t use the kitchen, activities room, etc., but they all looked clean and well maintained. Great spot from which to go out and explore Christchurch and close to bus station for next leg of my journey.

Cons:

Walls a bit thin, could hear music from event downstairs and neighbors banging around as they got ready for bed, but no too bad.

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee