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About the Hotel

9 Hereford Street Christchurch, Christchurch, New Zealand, 8013
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Close to the Arts Centre Precinct

Amenities

The Observatory Hotel features a state-of-the-art gym designed to support a variety of fitness routines. Premium meeting room facilities are available for board meetings and workshops, equipped with modern tools to facilitate productivity. Guests can unwind in the Drawing Room Lounge, surrounded by a carefully curated selection of books, offering a serene space for relaxation.

Rooms

The hotel offers 33 uniquely designed rooms, each adorned with locally crafted furniture sourced primarily from the Canterbury region. The Legacy and Deluxe Rooms provide ornate spaces decorated with luxurious textiles, achieving a level of grandeur suited for royalty. Prestige Skylight Rooms allow guests to sleep under expansive skylights that offer views of the night sky while enjoying premium bathroom amenities.

Location

Situated within Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, the hotel is surrounded by cultural landmarks and artisan eateries. Guests have convenient access to galleries, museums, and the Christchurch Botanic Gardens, all within walking distance. This central location places a wealth of art, history, and nature at visitors' fingertips.

Wellness

The Observatory Gym offers all necessary equipment for maintaining fitness goals in a clean and inviting space. Guests are encouraged to engage in regular workouts, catering to routines of different intensities. The gym's design supports both personal wellness and community engagement.

Business

The hotel provides premium meeting room facilities that promote creativity and collaboration, suitable for various professional needs. Each space is designed to accommodate board meetings, workshops, and planning sessions with modern amenities. The combination of comfort and functionality optimizes productivity for visiting professionals.

Highlights

Location: Situated within Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre

Rooms: 33 uniquely designed rooms with locally crafted furniture

Wellness: State-of-the-art Observatory Gym

Business: Premium meeting room facilities for professional needs

Must-do experiences

  • Savor a custard square at the famous Cadbury World.
  • Visit the Botanic Gardens for a peaceful stroll and beautiful blooms.
  • Explore the Quake City museum to learn about the 2011 earthquake.
  • Try the local dish, whitebait fritters, at the Pegasus Bay Winery.
  • Experience a punting tour on the Avon River for stunning views.
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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
Prestige Room
2 persons
30 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Observatory Legacy Room – Lower Ground floor
2 persons
19 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Observatory Deluxe Room
2 persons
25 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Prestige Skylight Room
2 persons
30 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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Getting around

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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

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • On-site car park
  • Handicap parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • 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
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Location

9 Hereford Street Christchurch, Christchurch, New Zealand, 8013
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9 Hereford Street Christchurch, Christchurch, New Zealand, 8013
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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