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Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square

4.5 star property
4.5-star luxury hotel near Isaac Theatre Royal

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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50 Cathedral Square, Christchurch, 8011
  • Place, Cathedral Square
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Isaac Theatre Royal
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Double Room, 2 Double Beds | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Double Room, 2 Double Beds

  • City view
  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • City view
  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room, 2 Double Beds | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(39 reviews)
  • City view
  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Christchurch

City center retreat .You'll be steps from Isaac Theatre Royal and within a 10-minute walk of Cashel Street Shopping Area with a stay at this Christchurch City Centre hotel. Christchurch Casino and Canterbury Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Cathedral Square - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • New Regent Street - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Isaac Theatre Royal - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Christchurch Casino - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 12 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Market Place - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Church Brew Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Christchurch Tramway Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sakimoto Japanese Bistro - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square

4.5-star luxury hotel near Isaac Theatre Royal
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. 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 3767 square feet (350 square meters) and includes a conference center. A fitness center, multilingual staff, and ski storage are also featured at the luxury Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4.5-star Christchurch hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 154 guestrooms or units
  • 13 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 3767 sq ft of conference space
  • 350 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2009
  • Deli
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square offers 154 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished. 49-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (NZD 35 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 37 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Ski storage
  • 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
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 49-inch LED TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NZD 80
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 80
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 50.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: NZD 100.00 per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 37 per person
  • Covered valet parking fee: NZD 35 per night
  • Early check-in fee: NZD 80 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 80 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 50.0 per night

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 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
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 credit 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, 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 affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

We should mention

  • This hotel caters to LGBTQ+ guests.
  • Children 16 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Novotel Cathedral
Novotel Cathedral Hotel
Novotel Cathedral Hotel Christchurch Square
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square to the airport?

Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square is 6.5 mi (19-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 Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square?

As of Apr 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square on Apr 6, 2026 start from $134, including 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 Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square.

How close is Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square to the beach?

This hotel is 5.6 mi (18-min drive) from New Brighton Beach and 7.1 mi (20-min drive) from Sumner Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 37 per person. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Christchurch Casino (8-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in costs NZD 80 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for NZD 35 per night.

Does Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square have a pool?

Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square does not have a pool.

Does Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square have a restaurant?

Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square is home to The Square Restaurant, which features international cuisine and brunch.

Does Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square to downtown Christchurch?

Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square is 0.1 mi away from Christchurch.

Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 505 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 354 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 96 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1001 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Xiaomei, Sunnyvale

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good facilities and friendly and helpful staff. Breakfast options good.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

TAE HONG

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From checkin in to check out, all perfect!!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gopinath, Centreville

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, excellent breakfast, easy (paid) parking
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Marie

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reasonable price with buffet breakfast close to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Irene

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
3 ppl in superior twin is quite small. However, the staff and breakfast are excellent. The location is walkable around city center
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rahul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pearl

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shohei

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ok stay but our electric bike was stolen on the 1st night. Double locked. Told the receptionist and he was going to look at video of area. Heard nothing.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Pei Zhi

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Anne T

Business traveler
The room was basic a bit old
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey, Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff , great location in central Christchurch clean tidy and peaceful !
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Myles

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Lynette

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Catherine Therese

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sonal

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great staff, however dirty bed linen and an uncomfortable mattress made for an uncomfortable stay,
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gurjeet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff at the reception was very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sachendra, na

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eunsong

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025