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Fable Christchurch

4.5 star property
4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch City Centre

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Fireplace
32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV, iPod dock
2-bedroom Suite | Terrace/patio
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Reception

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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166 Gloucester Street, Christchurch, 8011
  • Place, New Regent Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cathedral Square
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

2-bedroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 743 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Superior King Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior King Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(36 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Queen Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Queen Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(60 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 495 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1-bedroom Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

1-bedroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 463 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Christchurch

Central Christchurch getaway .With a stay at this Christchurch City Centre hotel, you'll be steps from Isaac Theatre Royal and New Regent Street. Cathedral Square and Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • New Regent Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Isaac Theatre Royal - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cathedral Square - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Hagley Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 11 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Market Place - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Church Brew Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Christchurch Tramway Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sakimoto Japanese Bistro - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Child Sister - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Fable Christchurch

4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch City Centre
Fable Christchurch offers its guests a sauna and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 420 square feet (39 square meters) and includes conference space. The luxury Fable Christchurch also features multilingual staff, concierge services, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4.5-star Christchurch hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 171 guestrooms or units
  • 22 levels
  • 420 sq ft of conference space
  • 39 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2010
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Fable Christchurch offers 171 accommodations with iPod docking stations and minibars. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels and pay movies. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Christchurch hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, laptop-compatible safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 4-device limit
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Offsite parking available (NZD 40 per day)
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Secured valet parking on site (NZD 40 per night)
  • Limited onsite valet parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 30 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (43 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (39 inches high)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (47 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels
  • iPod dock
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property is not suitable for guests who are required to quarantine, due to the property's communal areas.
This property's parking facilities have maximum vehicle dimensions of 16 feet (5 meters) length, 6.5 feet (2 meters) width, 5.9 feet (1.8 meters) height, and 2 tons in weight.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 45.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 30 per person
  • Secured valet parking fee: NZD 40 per night
  • Nearby parking fee: NZD 40 per day (66 ft away)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 45.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

This property provides limited WiFi access up to 1 mbps for up to 4 devices per room. Additional access is available for a fee.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 4-device limit.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Christchurch Rendezvous Hotel
Rendezvous Christchurch
Rendezvous Hotel Christchurch

Frequently asked questions

How close is Fable Christchurch to the airport?

Fable Christchurch is 6.5 mi (20-min drive) away from the Christchurch International Airport (CHC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Fable Christchurch?

As of Jan 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fable Christchurch on Jan 15, 2026 start from $112.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Fable Christchurch have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Fable Christchurch.

How close is Fable Christchurch to the beach?

This hotel is 6.9 mi (15-min drive) from Sumner Beach and 5.4 mi (12-min drive) from New Brighton Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Fable Christchurch offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Fable Christchurch, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 30 per person. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Fable Christchurch?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Christchurch Casino (9-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Fable Christchurch?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Fable Christchurch?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for NZD 40 per night.

Does Fable Christchurch have a pool?

Fable Christchurch does not have a pool.

Does Fable Christchurch have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Fable Christchurch have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Fable Christchurch to downtown Christchurch?

Fable Christchurch is 0.1 mi away from Christchurch.

Fable Christchurch Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 609 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 269 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1003 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasant rooms with views over Christchurch. Staff polite and helpful. Location excellent in the centre of the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosina, Temuka

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, great location. The gym was great too
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly, handy to the trendy side of town, restaurants just over the road, parking
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Marija

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good for a nights stay (we arrived well past midnight so don’t really have a chance to use the facilities), however a bit dated and the room was a tad small. Also went else wear for breakfast as the options weren’t great. Reception staff were great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay, stay there a lit but this time my room was a bit tired which was disappointing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elgan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne mieke

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xuan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Scott

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely inner city hotel close to the restaurant district,
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved this hotel

Really enjoyed our stay in Christchurch. The room wasn't large but it was clean and comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous hotel, great location, easy parking options
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gregory, Sydney

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Everything is at your doorstep from sight seeing to eating. House keeping very good and reception on arrival very good.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aimee

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Another great stay

This was my second time staying at fables and again fully enjoyed it , easy check in convenient valet parking, clean comfortable rooms , great handy location. Helpful staff thanks
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for a one night stay in Christchurch.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elgan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Proximity good. Maintenance not so good.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brien

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hamish

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jarrod, Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed at the fable multiple times now. The buffet breakfast is decidedly average and not worth the $$ imo, but the hotel is great, the staff are nice, it's central and easily accessible and they have a nice sauna. I always check here first when I'm staying in Christchurch!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025