Distinction Christchurch Hotel

Hotels
9 (1341 reviews)
14 Cathedral Square , Christchurch , NZ
+64 3 377 7000

listing image 1
Show all photos
Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
See all facilities

Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Helpful staff
Spacious rooms
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
High prices for basic amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.19
Some reviews mentioned mold in the shower and random furniture placement.
Service
9.99
Multiple comments praised the friendly and helpful staff.
Location
10
The location was frequently highlighted as amazing and convenient.
Room Quality
8.65
Rooms were generally noted as spacious but with some complaints regarding furnishings.
Amenities
8.68
Valet parking and room service were perceived positively, but broken tiles were mentioned.
Value for Money
8.14
Some concerns about high prices compared to room quality.
Food and Beverage
8.69
Food quality was praised, but breakfast prices were considered high.
Overall Experience
9.68
General sentiment from most reviews expressed a positive overall experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 13:30

Property Description

Sophisticated Urban Escape
The Distinction Christchurch Hotel offers a luxurious urban escape, blending sophisticated smarts with familiar warmth in the heart of the city.

Convenient City Location
Located just minutes away from key attractions like the Avon River, Botanical Gardens, and Christchurch Casino, our 4.5-star hotel is the ideal base for exploring the vibrant city of Christchurch.

Modern Amenities and Services
With 179 elegant rooms equipped with 55-inch Smart TVs, conference facilities for up to 200 delegates, a stylish restaurant & bar, covered valet parking, and free high-speed WiFi, we ensure a comfortable and convenient stay for all our guests.

Book your stay at the Distinction Christchurch Hotel for a truly exceptional experience.

Important information:

Please note that there is a 1.85% charge when you pay with a Visa/Mastercard credit card.

Please note that there is a 3.5% charge when you pay with a American Express credit card.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 1341 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.19
Service: 9.99
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.65
Amenities: 8.68
Value for Money: 8.14
Food and Beverage: 8.69
Overall Experience: 9.68
R
Raewyn • extended_group • nz
10
2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
K
Kim • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
T
tina • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
P
PIN-WEN • couple • tw
10
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
M
Marcia • couple • nz
8
Pros:

Location is exceptional and staff are incredibly friendly

Cons:

A few undesirable types lurking around when walking home from dinner. Not the hotels fault at all, but just something to be aware of if you are a woman on your own.

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
S
Samira • couple • nz
9
2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
Y
Yuki • solo_traveller • jp
6
ロケーションがいい
Pros:

部屋が広く、ロケーションも良かった。

Cons:

設備が少し古いように感じた。シャワーは固定式だったが、可動式の方が良い。

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
Y
Yoshiko • solo_traveller • jp
8
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
K
Karen • couple • au
9
Relaxed and close to restaurants and trams
Pros:

Comfort and location

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
D
David • couple • au
8
2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
M
Matthew • couple • au
9
Worth the money spent.
Pros:

The location in relation to the city & transport was great.

Cons:

The view from our room was not as suggested.

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
S
Sarah • couple • au
10
2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
S
Stephanie • solo_traveller • us
1
Miserable Stay
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Unclean rooms, hairs on sheets and in bathroom
Nasty odor in room and throughout hotel
Nasty shower curtains
The whole place was dirty and outdated
Staff not very friendly
Too expensive for an old hotel that desperately needs updates

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
N
Nirmaljit • family_with_children • au
10
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
G
Global Wanderer • solo_traveller • kr
9
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
S
Sugo • family_with_children • au
9
Pros:

Concierge service. Breakfast options.

Cons:

Price...

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
W
William • couple • nz
10
A great stay
Pros:

Our room was light and spacious. A great space to live in for the time of our stay. Its close to Te Pae which was great.

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
J
Justine • couple • nz
8
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
R
Robert • solo_traveller • au
7
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
J
Jennifer • couple • au
8
Pros:

Great location, friendly staff, comfortable beds and pillows

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee