Distinction Christchurch Hotel
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Distinction Christchurch Hotel
14 Cathedral Square, Christchurch 8011 New Zealand
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#20 of 150 hotels in Christchurch
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Distinction Christchurch Hotel is ideally positioned in the heart of the city only a few minutes' walk from Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre , Botanical Gardens, Christchurch Casino, Cashel Mall and Avon River dining precinct. The eleven storey, 4.5 star Christchurch hotel offers 182 elegant, air-conditioned hotel rooms including four floors of new Superior Rooms and Suites. Designed to suit everyone from business travellers requiring spacious, contemporary accommodation with the latest technology including large, flat screen Smart TVs to those travellers seeking a place to relax and unwind after a day exploring Canterbury’s vibrant attractions. Complementing this brand new accommodation are conference facilities catering up to 200 delegates. The stylish Gumption Restaurant & Bar, the perfect place to enjoy drinks and delicious cuisine with friends or colleagues.
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Property amenities
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Bar / lounge
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Taxi service
Conference facilities
Banquet room
24-hour security
Wifi
Sauna
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Breakfast in the room
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Meeting rooms
Baggage storage
Concierge
Non-smoking hotel
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Room features
Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Room service
Safe
Iron
Minibar
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
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HOTEL STYLE
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Family
Languages Spoken
English
Location
14 Cathedral Square, Christchurch 8011 New Zealand
Getting there
Great for walkers
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My wife and I stayed here for MIQ in late 2021 and were really impressed by the quality, so we resolved to stay here when we were next in Christchurch. We stayed here two nights in late January, at the beginning and end of a Lake Tekapo holiday. We got a Superior King room on the 10th floor and it was great! The bathroom in particular was excellent – very modern, with both a rainfall and regular showerhead. The service was great from start to finish – the staff were very friendly and helpful and made us feel welcome. We used their valet service for $25 per night (roughly equivalent to or potentially cheaper than nearby parking). However, we didn't use the car much; as the hotel is located in the centre of the city, a lot is within easy walking distance. The price is reasonable for a hotel of this quality. There were cups and glasses; although bowls and small plates would have been useful in addition. Overall, we were once again delighted with our stay at Distinction Christchurch.
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Date of stay: January 2023
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A warm welcome on our arrival and I was directed to a room on the first floor. I had a queen room booked and it was large in size with 2 queen beds. 2 armchairs provided and a large TV. Separate bathroom with over-the-bath shower. all clean, neat and tidy. Tea /coffee-making equipment in the room too.
Very comfy beds. Hot fabulous hot water pressure in the shower. The showergel / shampoo/conditioner and soap were nciely packaged and included a sanitary kit /sewing kit too. Plenty of thick white fluffy towels.
Room had airconditioning available and complimentary bathrobes to use.
I was thrilled when opening the curtains the next morning to discover the Christchurch cathedral immediately opposite the hotel, we found the city centre a short level walk away.
We ate dinner in the hotel restaurant the next night, I thought the menu was a little pricey but it was delicious. We were wlecomed and staff were polite and attentive.
I will defintely stay here again !
Very comfy beds. Hot fabulous hot water pressure in the shower. The showergel / shampoo/conditioner and soap were nciely packaged and included a sanitary kit /sewing kit too. Plenty of thick white fluffy towels.
Room had airconditioning available and complimentary bathrobes to use.
I was thrilled when opening the curtains the next morning to discover the Christchurch cathedral immediately opposite the hotel, we found the city centre a short level walk away.
We ate dinner in the hotel restaurant the next night, I thought the menu was a little pricey but it was delicious. We were wlecomed and staff were polite and attentive.
I will defintely stay here again !
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Travelled on business
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Room Tip: Great views from higher floors
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Lovely room with 2 king size beds and table and chairs. Breakfast buffet was great,plenty of choice and not too busy. Lots of tables available. Staff really friendly and helpful. Hotel has a laundry room which is free to use, just get powder from reception for 3$
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Date of stay: February 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Part of a National Geographic tour and this hotel was an improvement on the rest of the hotels. Centrally located, breakfast ok. They offered complimentary laundry service meaning 3 washing machines and tumble dryers were available. This is very much a tour group hotel as lots of large tour companies stay here.
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Date of stay: December 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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I expect more from this chain of hotels!
It’s the worst hotel we have stayed in especially in Christchurch.
3 Nights in an Executive Room on the 10th floor at a price of $800 + not even including breakfast!
I really wished I’d stayed where we normally stay at the Novotel opposite which was $719 for 3 nights including breakfast!!
So, what was wrong with this place, well here goes;
1) Restaurant open till 9pm but they switch the coffee machine off at 8.20pm!!!!
2) Caffeittere in the room but no coffee bag to put in it twice in a row missed off. Reception do not have access to these bags so none available.
3) The bed has numerous colourful pillows on which matched the bed spread we took off on the first night and folded it up and left on the floor it remained there for 3 days!!!!
4) The bed was not made at all! All they did was pull the duvet over and straighten the pillows. When you pull the covers off the bottom sheet had not been straightened at all!
4/5 star hotel apparently with 2 star service!
Never again will we stay here !
It’s the worst hotel we have stayed in especially in Christchurch.
3 Nights in an Executive Room on the 10th floor at a price of $800 + not even including breakfast!
I really wished I’d stayed where we normally stay at the Novotel opposite which was $719 for 3 nights including breakfast!!
So, what was wrong with this place, well here goes;
1) Restaurant open till 9pm but they switch the coffee machine off at 8.20pm!!!!
2) Caffeittere in the room but no coffee bag to put in it twice in a row missed off. Reception do not have access to these bags so none available.
3) The bed has numerous colourful pillows on which matched the bed spread we took off on the first night and folded it up and left on the floor it remained there for 3 days!!!!
4) The bed was not made at all! All they did was pull the duvet over and straighten the pillows. When you pull the covers off the bottom sheet had not been straightened at all!
4/5 star hotel apparently with 2 star service!
Never again will we stay here !
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Date of stay: July 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: Do not stay here it’s not worth the money!
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We arrived on New Year’s Eve so the hotel was very busy, but they took time to tell us what was happening in the city that evening and where we would be able to go and eat if we did not want to eat at the hotel
The room we had was right next to the lift shaft so was quite noisy, the staff were happy to move us the next morning. The room was clean and very comfortable with the most amazing pillows, so soft and comfortable,
We had a view out of the city. The hotel is centrally places and most parts of the main city can be easily reached by walking. The tram passes right by the hotel
Great central place to stay
The room we had was right next to the lift shaft so was quite noisy, the staff were happy to move us the next morning. The room was clean and very comfortable with the most amazing pillows, so soft and comfortable,
We had a view out of the city. The hotel is centrally places and most parts of the main city can be easily reached by walking. The tram passes right by the hotel
Great central place to stay
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: There is a cost to park your car
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The Distinction is right opposite the Cathedral but it is still in a quiet and peaceful spot and not too far from the shops and riverside. The tourist tram stop was close by. Modern style with not much in the way of character but comfortable with a good downstairs lounge area and friendly bar. The Restaurant can be busy at buffet breakfast time but a good choice of food, kept replenished and one can find a table whatever. Evening menu is also good.
Entering my room I wondered what to do with all the cushions/pillows on the large comfortable bed and most had to be stacked on the floor. The room was obviously laid out more for business visitors ( I was on holiday) but I found that no problem. Spotlessly clean. I struggled to find out how to work the press button electric shower but the friendly staff sorted my problem out, explaining that I was not the first to be puzzled.
A city hotel like so many others but one would be hard pushed to find fault.
Entering my room I wondered what to do with all the cushions/pillows on the large comfortable bed and most had to be stacked on the floor. The room was obviously laid out more for business visitors ( I was on holiday) but I found that no problem. Spotlessly clean. I struggled to find out how to work the press button electric shower but the friendly staff sorted my problem out, explaining that I was not the first to be puzzled.
A city hotel like so many others but one would be hard pushed to find fault.
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Date of stay: February 2023
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Traveled as a couple, with 13 other people, on a 16-day bus tour around New Zealand. The tour included 2-nights stay, at the Distinction Christchurch, on 2 different nights. The rooms we had, on both occasions, were of a good size, with 2 double beds, clean and very comfortable. The only drawback was the poor lighting in the room and the refrigerator was without a freezer compartment. Otherwise, we found the motel to be a very good place to lay our heads. The staff were very friendly and happy to help. The 3 course meals (included in the tour) on each of the evenings, of our stays, were presented well, of good size servings, and very palatable. The buffet breakfast was well stocked and of fresh quality! Wouldn't hesitate to recommend this motel to travelers!
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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If you get placed in a room at the front of this hotel know that there is a bar across the street with live music. You might as well go to the bar because the front desk staff will give you earplugs if you complain about the noise. They will not change your room. So if you are early to bed forget this place even though it has a good location in the middle of Christchurch. If only the front desk had been more sympathetic
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Date of stay: April 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: Things to avoid…this hotel
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We stayed 4 nights at The Distinction Hotel in Christchurch over Christmas, arriving Christmas eve. Our room was a Junior Suite and it was excellent - large, great facilities, a very good bathroom and over all an excellent room for our 4 nights.
We found the staff to be friendly, knowledgeable and providing a good level of service. This started some months prior, after booking online, I made enquires re lunch in their very good Gumption Restaurant for Christmas Day. My enquiry was handled by Rowan, the Food and Beverage Manager whose service and communication for our lunch booking was first class. All done promptly and efficiently by email back to me in Australia, including arranging the required prepayment a week or so prior to the lunch. As I did not want to put my credit card details on an email, Rowan quickly offered to charge it to my room account.
The lunch was very good and included a three hour beverage package. On the day. we were looked after very well by Sophie, who also looked after us at breakfast each morning. Sophie is a credit to this hotel as her service level is outstanding, remembers little details about your preferences and overall was just so friendly and helpful.
We have stayed at great hotels all over the world in our many years of travel, and the Distinction Hotel in Christchurch would have to be one of the best all round hotels we have stayed in. Probably not the most luxurious ever, but taking in
to consideration our room, the service from all the team, the Restaurant and the personal level of service we received, this hotel is right up there.
And their location on Cathedral Square can not be beaten.
An excellent 4 night stay
Rod
We found the staff to be friendly, knowledgeable and providing a good level of service. This started some months prior, after booking online, I made enquires re lunch in their very good Gumption Restaurant for Christmas Day. My enquiry was handled by Rowan, the Food and Beverage Manager whose service and communication for our lunch booking was first class. All done promptly and efficiently by email back to me in Australia, including arranging the required prepayment a week or so prior to the lunch. As I did not want to put my credit card details on an email, Rowan quickly offered to charge it to my room account.
The lunch was very good and included a three hour beverage package. On the day. we were looked after very well by Sophie, who also looked after us at breakfast each morning. Sophie is a credit to this hotel as her service level is outstanding, remembers little details about your preferences and overall was just so friendly and helpful.
We have stayed at great hotels all over the world in our many years of travel, and the Distinction Hotel in Christchurch would have to be one of the best all round hotels we have stayed in. Probably not the most luxurious ever, but taking in
to consideration our room, the service from all the team, the Restaurant and the personal level of service we received, this hotel is right up there.
And their location on Cathedral Square can not be beaten.
An excellent 4 night stay
Rod
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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The use of the machines is free but you need to purchase a sachet of liquid detergent from reception.I think they are $2
Hi There,
We have hairdryers and irons with boards available in every room. They are located inside the wardrobe for your convenience.
Kind Regards,
Ali
Valet parking only. Charges apply.
About 10 mins walk down the road from the Distinction. come out of the door of the distinction turn left then then through the square and keep on walking it is on the right hand side of the road.
walk from the cathederal square down towards the arts centre, and its on the corner of hereford and the one way system of madras street. cant miss it, a huge glass museum! you can have lunch there as well, in the cafe.
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PRICE RANGE
$267 - $382 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
FORMERLY KNOWN AS
Millennium Hotel
LOCATION
New ZealandSouth IslandCanterbury RegionChristchurch
NUMBER OF ROOMS
182
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Frequently Asked Questions about Distinction Christchurch Hotel
Which popular attractions are close to Distinction Christchurch Hotel?
Nearby attractions include Escape Artists (0.1 km), Quake City (0.5 km), and Canterbury Museum Pop-up (0.5 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Distinction Christchurch Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
Which room amenities are available at Distinction Christchurch Hotel?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Distinction Christchurch Hotel?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Distinction Christchurch Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Dosa Kitchen, Manu Restaurant, and Rascal.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Distinction Christchurch Hotel?
Yes, guests have access to a fitness centre and a sauna during their stay.
Is Distinction Christchurch Hotel located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.06 km away from the centre of Christchurch.
Are any cleaning services offered at Distinction Christchurch Hotel?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does Distinction Christchurch Hotel offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers meeting rooms, a banquet room, and conference facilities.
Are there any historical sites close to Distinction Christchurch Hotel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Riccarton House & Bush (3.1 km), Mona Vale (2.7 km), and Ngaio Marsh House (4.6 km).
Is Distinction Christchurch Hotel accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access, reduced mobility rooms, and facilities for disabled guests. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.