Le Petit Hotel Sumner
16 Marriner Street Sumner, Christchurch 8081 New Zealand
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Le Petit Hotel; a French style, chic, boutique hotel providing bed & breakfast accommodation, with an enviable location by the sea in the premier seaside suburb of Sumner, Christchurch. The hotel provides 6 private and secure guest bedrooms, all with tiled en-suites, central heating and quality easy to use free WiFi service. Rooms include balconies or terraces, and a complimentary French Breakfast is served daily. A 1100 hrs checkout time applies.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Free breakfast
Golf course
Meeting rooms
Baggage storage
Newspaper
24-hour front desk
Wifi
Special diet menus
Non-smoking hotel
Sun terrace
Express check-in / check-out
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
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Soundproof rooms
Flatscreen TV
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Non-smoking rooms
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60Somewhat walkable
Grade: 60 out of 100
26Restaurantswithin 0.5 km
3Attractionswithin 0.5 km
16 Marriner Street Sumner, Christchurch 8081 New Zealand
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To rediscover the delight of staying in a small French hotel or Chambre d’hotes, try this hidden B and B treasure in the seaside suburb of Christchurch. Tastefully furnished with attention to detail and in a French style, this is a homely place for a break by the sea. breakfast with freshly baked crossiants is included. Highly recommended.
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Date of stay: October 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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The owner yelled at us just because there was some water outside of the shower area within the bathroom.We offered the owner that we shall clean that area in the bathroom but the owner still kept yelling at us. After the incident, we were very scared. The owners were extremely rude. It was a very disturbing and uncomfortable stay. The table and chairs outside our room were completely rusted. The wardrobes in our room were filled with computer monitors. The coffee maker wasn't clean. The breakfast was pretty moderate.
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Date of stay: November 2019
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Response from Bruce Whitfield, Owner at Le Petit Hotel Sumner
Responded 25 Mar 2020
Dear TravellerLife14, Firstly I must sincerely apologise for anything in our hotel operation that may have upset you. Martine and I are passionate owners of Le Petit Hotel, and we do our utmost to deliver the best hospitality service to each individual guest, that we can collectively provide. We are on the premises 24/7 and we happily meet any requests by guests such as extra towels. However sometimes, the different cultural aspects of some of our varied guests, do lead to problems, which in this case involved the bedroom carpet being soaked with shower water. Our hotel is furnished in the French style, and the genuine French table & chairs outside are simply part of the atmosphere along with our very unique French/Italian pine trees that now shade the front patio. The TV monitor in your room had recently been replaced, & the unit you noticed in the wardrobe was awaiting a pickup by our local technology recyling agent. We recycle everything possible that passes through our hands as part of our operation. I think 99.99% of travellers who step into Le Petit Hotel, would simply refute as nonsense and an extreme exaggeration, the suggestion that we are scary hosts. Our reviews on TripAdvisor and elsewhere, speak for themselves on our hospitality, the relaxed comfort that the hotel provides, and its genuine petit dejeuner. The managers of Le Petit Hotel always extend a very warm welcome to all guests, where ever they come from.
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I find hotels in Christchurch expensive and very standard. We chose this property due to its location near the gondola, which was the only thing we had time for in Christchurch. The owner is French and has decorated the rooms in a French theme, with a lot of care and detail. Breakfast with delicious croissants is served in the lounge room. The hotel is close to the beach and several restaurants, which is very handy. I really liked the area, I would definitely stay there again.
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Date of stay: November 2019
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We spent 2 nights here after a 24 hr flight from the UK. It was perfect for relaxing and getting over jetlag. The rooms are a good size and nicely furnished in a French style. The hosts are most friendly and helpful. Breakfast was excellent. The location is nice with the beach at Sumner just across the road. Sumner is small and quiet but has a good number of cafes and restaurants. Our room was at the front of the hotel with a beach view. There was some road noise in the morning as we slept with the windows open, but with the windows closed it was perfectly quiet.
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Date of stay: February 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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My inlaws stayed here while in Chch for a week. This was a great spot to enjoy Sumner and was perfect for them. Cost effective, great breakfast and just a few mins walk to the beach. Lovely! Can't ask for more.
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Date of stay: January 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from BruceWhitfield, General Manager at Le Petit Hotel Sumner
Responded 13 Feb 2019
Hi Hannah, We really appreciate your review of Le Petit Hotel. It was a pleasure to have you stay. Kind regards Bruce & Martine
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We stayed here on our first night in New Zeland and loved this place! The rooms are beautiful, very romantic and classy. Furnishings and fixtures are beautiful. The breakfast is delightful with freshly made coffee and tea and fresh-baked croissants. We really enjoyed our stay with Martine and Bruce. Sumner is a cute little beach town with good restaurants and good coffee. One thing to note, however, is that it is not close to the airport, so it's important to rent a car or anticipate an expensive taxi fare or a long bus ride. We had to go back through Christchurch on our way from South Island to North Island and we chose to stay here again, and due to adverse weather, had to ask if they could accommodate us a day early. Bruce and Martine graciously arranged for us to have a room for an additional night at the last minute. I can't recommend this hotel enough - we never wanted to leave!…
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Date of stay: November 2018Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from BruceWhitfield, General Manager at Le Petit Hotel Sumner
Responded 3 Dec 2018
Dear SquirrelGirl13, What a fascinating cover name. Martine & I really appreciate your review of Le Petit Hotel, and we are happy that Sumner created some good memories. Like many cities around the world, Christchurch has a privately run coach shuttle service which runs 24/7 between the Christchurch International & Domestic airport terminals and the Central City. This service also extends out to the suburbs like Sumner and it is another option for inbound or departing travellers. The service can be booked on line at www.supershuttle.co.nz and the price is very reasonable at approx NZ$60.00 for 2 people. I totally agree that the bus is a long ride albeit at little cost, however if you have the time to spare it does give you some insight into some of the City's suburbs , and a brief look at the Central City including the new bus exchange. Martine & I sincerely wish you safe happy travels going forward. Kindest regards Bruce
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Great value accommodation with terrific hosts.Flexible breakfast times, good choice of restaurants close by, everything you need in a cosy, homely environment. On site parking. Great alternative to downtown Christchurch but still close by
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Date of stay: October 2018Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Stayed one night this week, and was completely enthralled with the accommodation, quality of room and appointments. Grand hospitality from the hosts, Martine and Bruce, who are most congenial, well traveled and very helpful people. Truly a delightful oasis in Sumner., Christchurch What a memorable hotel in which to indulge a French Odessy. Breakfast was in true French class, , superb croissant !! could not be faulted. Made me smile all Day !! Excellent value. Just love this hotel and I vow I shall return THANK YOU.
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Date of stay: October 2018Trip type: Travelled on business
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Room Tip: Stayed in a ground floor room that included double door that opened onto the court yard.
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Great location, close to the beach and a number of different restaurants. Comfortable and beautifully decorated room and bathroom, with everything one could need. Friendly service and cute dog. Bruce’s croissants are A+, wish we could have had more!
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Date of stay: October 2018Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from BruceWhitfield, General Manager at Le Petit Hotel Sumner
Responded 8 Oct 2018
Hi Stephen, many thanks for staying with us...glad you enjoyed our piece de resistance...freshly baked croissants! Look forward to your return .. Best regards Bruce & Martine Le Petit Hotel, Sumner
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Wonderful place, close to the beach and the town center, walking distance to everything you may need. Beautiful rooms, very comfortable, excellent service. Very nice breakfast. I’ve said all I want to say but TripAdvisor want more words.
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Date of stay: September 2018Trip type: Travelled with friends
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PRICE RANGE
US$234 - US$292 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
New ZealandSouth IslandCanterbury RegionChristchurch
NUMBER OF ROOMS
6
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Frequently Asked Questions about Le Petit Hotel Sumner
Which popular attractions are close to Le Petit Hotel Sumner?
Nearby attractions include Clifton Hill (0.3 km), Art Nomad (0.3 km), and Pretty Fly NZ (0.04 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Le Petit Hotel Sumner?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and free parking.
What food & drink options are available at Le Petit Hotel Sumner?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at Le Petit Hotel Sumner?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Le Petit Hotel Sumner?
Conveniently located restaurants include Le Xom, Clink Restaurant and Bar, and Joe's Garage Sumner.
Are any cleaning services offered at Le Petit Hotel Sumner?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Are there any historical sites close to Le Petit Hotel Sumner?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Taylors Mistake - Awaroa / Godley Head Walk (2.3 km), Ferrymead Heritage Park (4.4 km), and Cobb Cottage (1.9 km).
Is Le Petit Hotel Sumner accessible?
Yes, it offers reduced mobility rooms. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.