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Scenic Hotel Cotswold

4.0 star property
4-star Victorian hotel near Christchurch Casino

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Exterior
Reception
Bar (on property)
Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Seasonal outdoor pool

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Gym

Explore the area

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88-96 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch, 8014
  • Place, Papanui Road
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hagley Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Christchurch Casino
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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40-inch TV with digital channels

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Queen)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Studio | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms

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

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Economy Room, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

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

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Royal Suite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Royal Suite

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

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

One-Bedroom Suite Queen

  • Sleeps 2

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Studio

  • Sleeps 2

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Royal Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive One Bedroom King Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Two Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive King Studio

  • Sleeps 2

Motor Inn Room

  • Sleeps 2

Economy Room, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

  • Sleeps 3

About the neighborhood

Christchurch

Central Christchurch getaway .Your stay at this Merivale hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Christchurch Casino and Mona Vale. Canterbury Museum and Christchurch Public Hospital are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Papanui Road - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Merivale Mall - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Hagley Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • St George's Hostpital - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Christchurch Casino - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 6 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Majestic At Mayfair - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pedro's House of Lamb - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sprig & Fern Merivale - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Scenic Hotel Cotswold

4-star Victorian hotel near Christchurch Casino
Scenic Hotel Cotswold offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities are also featured at Scenic Hotel Cotswold. Free self parking is available.

This Victorian Christchurch hotel is smoke free.

  • 77 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1984
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Scenic Hotel Cotswold offers 77 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Televisions come with digital channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 34 for adults and NZD 17 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during May, June, July, August, September, and October:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 35.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 34 for adults and NZD 17 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 35.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in December and close in May.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Heartland Cotswold
Heartland Cotswold Christchurch
Heartland Cotswold Hotel
Heartland Hotel Cotswold
Heartland Hotel Cotswold Christchurch
Heartland Hotel Christchurch

Frequently asked questions

How close is Scenic Hotel Cotswold to the airport?

Scenic Hotel Cotswold is 6 mi (16-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 Scenic Hotel Cotswold?

As of Jan 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Scenic Hotel Cotswold on Jan 12, 2026 start from $66.08, 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 Scenic Hotel Cotswold have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Scenic Hotel Cotswold.

How close is Scenic Hotel Cotswold to the beach?

This hotel is 6.8 mi (17-min drive) from New Brighton Beach and 8.4 mi (23-min drive) from Sumner Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Scenic Hotel Cotswold offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Scenic Hotel Cotswold, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 34 for adults and NZD 17 for children. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Scenic Hotel Cotswold?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Christchurch Casino (15-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Scenic Hotel Cotswold?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Scenic Hotel Cotswold?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Scenic Hotel Cotswold have a pool?

Scenic Hotel Cotswold features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Scenic Hotel Cotswold have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Scenic Hotel Cotswold have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Scenic Hotel Cotswold to downtown Christchurch?

Scenic Hotel Cotswold is 1.2 mi away from Christchurch.

Scenic Hotel Cotswold Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 337 out of 755 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 269 out of 755 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 755 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 755 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 755 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Li

Liked: Amenities
Artistic design and clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had booked a room for two nights through Expedia. I had selected an executive room. Was charged on my receipt as one bedroom economy. Economy rooms are not available to select on Expedia. I was absolutely appalled by the terrible room when we arrived, it looked nothing like the pictures on Expedia (all executive pictures). The room was stained, holes in the furniture and bedding, the carpet tacks were exposed and carpet ripped up. Absolutely awful. This was not as advertised on Expedia at all!! I was moved to another room at my request but was made to pay a surcharge. The second room was only available one night and I refused to stay in that disgusting economy room so was forced to find another hotel for the second night of holidays. The second night was refunded but this could have all been avoided if your hotel was forthcoming with truthful photographs and descriptions on Expedia. Reached out via email to the GM and no response
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

CJ

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sheree

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The Cotswolds theme was done really well, immaculate grounds. Lovely outdoor lighting. Wasnt a fan of the bed, too hard and no weight to covers, felt cold during night. And although the room was refurbished they forgot about the curtains, they were pretty tatty. But i would still stay here again, good location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, lovely room. Food at the restaurant was beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clair

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice handy place to stay why on Christchurch, the unit was quite and warm I would stay again as priced very well .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siniva

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay, gorgeous surroundings. Food was great the steak was wonderful only criticism is some salad or coleslaw would have been a great addition. Room was comfortable and clean. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

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

10/10 Excellent

Frances

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

10/10 Excellent

Justine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Liz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The bathroom light didn’t work so we had to leave the door open. Towel rack broken. In need of an update for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Shelley, Richmond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Pete

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The lighting was very poor.we stay there 7 days the vacuum was not done we had no place to wash glasses they never change them for clean oneshad to ask for toilet paper twice.never change the sheets when there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very handy location. Comfortable bed, great service Clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very happy 2nd stay here and will deffs be coming back , I was a little bit upset there was no heat pump remote and we was frezzing all night then over heating in the day but I can put past me with the beautiful staff and delicious breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mathew

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

10/10 Excellent

Miria

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

10/10 Excellent

Debra

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

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the second time we've stayed here and loved it just as much as the first time. Love the tudor vibe that's carried out across the rooms and the restaurant as well. Very fun. The 2 bedroom unit is fantastic, tv in every room as well as warm and spacious. The onsite restaurant is very handy and food was yummy. We will definitely stay here again next time! Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blaine

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Navoda

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good and close to the city. Clean and good looking
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025