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About the Hotel

9 Hereford Street Christchurch, Christchurch, New Zealand, 8013

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch features 33 uniquely designed rooms and is a 5-star establishment located in the Arts Centre precinct. Amenities include free WiFi, a fitness center, and a stylish Drawing Room Lounge. Guests can enjoy a continental breakfast and private parking.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at The Observatory Hotel Christchurch include air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, a minibar, a coffee machine, and a private bathroom. Each room features locally crafted furniture and premium bathroom amenities, providing a refined experience for guests.

Dining & Nearby Options

Dining options at The Observatory Hotel include a continental breakfast served each morning, with nearby eateries such as Curator's House Restaurant and DUO Dining Room & Bar within 0.3 miles. Charge-back dining options are also available at local establishments in the Arts Centre precinct.

Leisure & Activities

The Observatory Hotel features a fitness center and a Drawing Room Lounge, ideal for relaxation and informal meetings. Visitors can explore the vibrant Arts Centre precinct, and partake in cycling, with bike hire available at the hotel.

Services & Local Area

Offering a 24-hour front desk and concierge service, The Observatory Hotel ensures a comfortable stay. The hotel is located approximately 6 miles from the nearest airport and is within walking distance of notable sites such as the Bridge of Remembrance and Canterbury Museum.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Royal Skylight Room

Max:

2 persons

52 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Observatory Legacy Room – Lower Ground floor

Max:

2 persons

19 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Prestige Skylight Room

Max:

2 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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City Centre

Christchurch700 m

Airports

Christchurch (CHC) 9.9 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

On-site car park

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Lift
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Cycling
Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Car hire
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

9 Hereford Street Christchurch, Christchurch, New Zealand, 8013

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9 Hereford Street Christchurch, Christchurch, New Zealand, 8013

City landmarks

Church

Cardboard Cathedral

1.2 km

Park

Hagley Park

850 m

Museum

Quake City

720 m

Square

New Regent Street

1.1 km

Landmark

185 Empty White Chairs

1.2 km

Landmark

Victoria Square

920 m

Park

North Hagley Park

960 m

Landmark

Latimer Square

910 m

Landmark

Kate Sheppard Memorial

620 m

Landmark

Hagley Oval

1.1 km

Landmark

Godley Statue

610 m

Mall

Re:START Mall

630 m

Landmark

Christchurch Town Hall

1.2 km

Casino

Christchurch Casino

1.0 km

Square

Cathedral Square

720 m

Garden

Mona Vale

2.4 km

Nearby

Museum

Canterbury Museum

310 m

Bridge

Bridge of Remembrance

560 m

Gallery

Christchurch Art Gallery

510 m

Montreal St

2011 quake memorials

530 m

Fountain

Peacock Fountain

210 m

33 Rolleston Avenue

Christ's College

350 m

68 Oxford Terrace Corner of Oxford Terrace and Montreal Street

Canterbury Earthquake National Memorial

390 m

Waterloo Place

Statue of Robert Falcon Scott

410 m

Christchurch Botanical Gardens

William Sefton Moorhouse Statue

130 m

Museum

CoCA - Centre of Contemporary Art

350 m

Museum

Teece Museum of Classical Antiquities

30 m

2 Worcester Boulevard

Rutherford's Den

70 m

Market

The Arts Centre te Matatiki Toi Ora

300 m

ChristchurchNew Zealand

Avon River

580 m

Restaurants

Fiddlesticks Restaurant and Bar

290 m

48 Worcester Street Corner of Worcester Boulevard & Montreal Streets

Cook 'N' With Gas

320 m

23 Worcester Street

Curator's House Restaurant

210 m

7 Rolleston Avenue Christchurch Botanic Gardens

Zen Sushi and Dumplings

320 m

301 Montreal Street The Arts Centre

The Astro Lounge

400 m

23 Worcester Street Cook'n' With Gas Building

Universo Brasserie & Bar

330 m

49 Worcester Blvd Christchurch Art Gallery

The Kitchen Cafe

240 m

53 Hereford Street

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