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    The Classic Villa

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    #12 of 147 Hotels in Christchurch
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    17 Worcester Blvd | Christchurch Arts Centre, Christchurch, New Zealand
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    1 room, 2 adults, 0 children12
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    285 reviews
    #12 of 147 Hotels in Christchurch
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    • Excellent67%
    • Very good23%
    • Average8%
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    “botanical gardens”(27 reviews)
    “arts centre”(15 reviews)
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    Free Wifi
    Free Parking
    Breakfast included
    Non-Smoking Hotel
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    Multilingual Staff
    Business Centre
    Golf Course
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    17 Worcester Blvd | Christchurch Arts Centre, Christchurch, New Zealand
    9 km to Christchurch Intl Airport
    52 restaurants are within a 0.5 km radius
    0.7 km from Christchurch Botanic Gardens
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    Reviewed 2 days ago via mobile
    Great location

    This a great well run establishment with excellent service and amenities. Location is excellent and surprisingly quiet.Great lounge area and excellent continental breakfast Note the beds are firm and queen size

    Thank kruuza
    Reviewed 24 May 2018
    Wonderful stay!

    We spent only two nights, wish there had been more time! There is nothing like ending a long 13 hour flight with a warm welcome from your host at your destined hotel. Peter opened the door, greeted us and immediately offered his hospitality. We were...More

    Thank taino55
    Response from PeterMorrisonNZ, General Manager at The Classic VillaResponded 25 May 2018

    Many thanks for your wonderful review. Anna, Mary and myself really appreciate you taking the time to do this. We look forward to welcoming yiou back soon. Cheers Peter

    Reviewed 17 May 2018 via mobile
    Great city stopover

    We only had one night but it was excellent. Our room #2 was nicely proportioned with a comfortable bed, bathroom with a heated floor and the breakfast was terrific. There was fruit and various drinks available in the large kitchen area and a lounge room...More

    Thank IannSuzanne
    Response from PeterMorrisonNZ, General Manager at The Classic VillaResponded 19 May 2018

    Many thanks for your great review. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Cheers Peter

    Reviewed 8 May 2018 via mobile
    Lovely boutique hotel in Christchurch,NZ

    We spent 3 days at this delightful hotel.The building is quite charming on a pretty street in Christchurch.Peter,the owner, prepared breakfast and recommended good restaurants. He serenaded is with piano playing as we were ready to depart.

    Thank Andrea R
    Response from PeterMorrisonNZ, General Manager at The Classic VillaResponded 9 May 2018

    Hi Andrea, many thanks for your lovely review. We really enjoyed having the 4 of you to stay. See you all next year. Cheers Peter

    Reviewed 3 May 2018 via mobile
    Beautiful stay in Christchurch !

    We stayed 3 days at the beautiful classic villa and enjoyed our stay! It is super well located - everything is so close. The botanic gardens are literally 2 minutes from the classic villa and the cathedral no more than 10 minutes. The room was...More

    Thank Hélène S
    Response from PeterMorrisonNZ, General Manager at The Classic VillaResponded 4 May 2018

    Many thanks Helene for your great review. We really look forward to welcoming you back soon. Cheers Peter

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    Number of rooms
    12
    Price range
    US$114 - US$221 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
    Also Known As
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    Location
    New Zealand > South Island > Canterbury Region > Christchurch
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    Free Parking
    Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
    Breakfast included
    Laundry Service
    Non-Smoking Hotel
    Wheelchair Access
    Spa
    Pool
    Restaurant
    Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
    Awards & Recognition
    Certificate of Excellence
    Certificate of Excellence
    Hotel Style
    Spa
    ,
    Luxury
    ,
    Romantic
    ,
    Business
    Room types
    Non-Smoking Rooms, Suites
    Hotel class
    Awards & Recognition
    Certificate of Excellence
    Certificate of Excellence
    Hotel Style
    Spa
    ,
    Luxury
    ,
    Romantic
    ,
    Business
    Room types
    Non-Smoking Rooms, Suites
    Number of rooms
    12
    Price range
    US$114 - US$221 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
    Also Known As
    The Classic Villa Hotel Christchurch
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    The Classic Hotel
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    Classic Hotel Christchurch
    Location
    New Zealand > South Island > Canterbury Region > Christchurch
    Hotel class
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    Awards & Recognition
    Certificate of Excellence
    Certificate of Excellence
    Hotel Style
    Spa
    ,
    Luxury
    ,
    Romantic
    ,
    Business
    Room types
    Non-Smoking Rooms, Suites
    Number of rooms
    12
    Price range
    US$114 - US$221 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
    Also Known As
    The Classic Villa Hotel Christchurch
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    The Classic Hotel
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    Classic Hotel Christchurch
    Location
    New Zealand > South Island > Canterbury Region > Christchurch
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    11 December 2017|
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    Short answer - no! When we were there we had no fridge in our room. However there was a (large) fridge which everyone could use which had soft drinks which we could help ourselves to during the day at no charge, and there... More
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