Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 3 min walk
Christchurch Casino - 10 min walk
Hagley Park - 11 min walk
Christchurch Public Hospital - 17 min walk
Getting around
Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 23 min drive
Christchurch Railway Station - 12 min drive
Rolleston Station - 22 min drive
Rangiora Station - 32 min drive
Restaurants
O.G.B - 1 min walk
Wendy’S - 2 min walk
Cathedral Junction - 4 min walk
Burger King - 2 min walk
Christchurch Tramway Restaurant - 2 min walk
About this property
Distinction Christchurch Hotel
Distinction Christchurch Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Christchurch. The restaurant is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after visiting the fitness center for a workout, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
179 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 1.85 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Onsite valet parking (NZD 35.00 per day)
Onsite parking limited
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:00 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
24-hour room service
Working away
Meeting rooms
Conference center
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Fitness center
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
55-inch Smart TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Minibar
Electric kettle
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free weekday newspapers
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 38 to 38 for adults, and NZD 19 to 19 for children
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.85 percent
Parking
Valet parking costs NZD 35.00 per day
Parking height restrictions apply
Policies
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
Distinction Hotel
Distinction Christchurch
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Distinction Christchurch Hotel Hotel
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Frequently asked questions
Does Distinction Christchurch Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Distinction Christchurch Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Distinction Christchurch Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Distinction Christchurch Hotel?
Yes. Valet parking costs NZD 35.00 per day. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Distinction Christchurch Hotel?
You can check in starting at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at Distinction Christchurch Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Christchurch Casino (10-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at Distinction Christchurch Hotel and nearby?
Maintain your daily exercise routine at the gym.
Are there restaurants at or near Distinction Christchurch Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Distinction Christchurch Hotel like?
Distinction Christchurch Hotel is in Christchurch City Centre, a short 1-minute walk from Cathedral Square and 3 minutes' walk from Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
Distinction Christchurch Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
8 Nov 2024
RITA
RITA, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 Oct 2024
Dominique
Dominique, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 Sep 2024
Really helpful friendly staff - hotel was well situated for our purpose , we could walk to our venue and around the city
Kathleen
Kathleen, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 Sep 2024
Heather Elaine
Heather Elaine, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
5 Sep 2024
One of my favourite hotels
Kelly Moo Kean
Kelly Moo Kean, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 Aug 2024
The location is ideal and the staff could not have been any more helpful. The restaurant has a great selection of choices and the breakfast buffet was enjoyed by my husband while I had a huge custom made Omelette.I am here 3 days to speak at the New Zealand Lavender conference and will come back to the Distinction next January when I return to NZ
ellen M
ellen M, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 Jul 2024
Large comfortable family suite
Luke
Luke, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
20 Jul 2024
Zac
Zac, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 Jul 2024
The room was modern, clean, quiet, and comfortable. The location was convenient for walking to restaurants and for catching a taxi to more remote destinations.
Brian
Brian, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 Jul 2024
Modern hotel with quite nicely decorated rooms
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 May 2024
Great breakfast
Colin
Colin, 1-night business trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 May 2024
We had a great stay, walking distance to everything as it was right in the city. Would stay again.
Kim
Kim, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 May 2024
Daile
Daile, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
9 May 2024
It’s so central near Avon, convention center and next to cathedral. Central Christchurch all walkable. Friendly staff
David
David, 4-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
26 Apr 2024
Victor
Victor, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
22 Apr 2024
Average hotel, certainly not 4 star. Front desk couldn't be bothered with answering the simplest of questions.
Room service stated that they could not deliver to our room for an hour and a half.
Christine
Christine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 Apr 2024
amazing
Sara
Sara, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 Apr 2024
Very near to dining places such as Sakimoto an authentic Japanese restaurant at Cathedral Junction. Hotel had friendly staff. Breakfast at surcharge was good.
Yueh Tarn
Yueh Tarn, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 Apr 2024
One of the staff at Reception by name of Mila was very helpful. She went out of her way to explain things, including suggestion for dining options, printed list of hotel room service in case we were too tired to venture out. Hotel was very central to tram rides, shopping and dining.
Yueh Tarn
Yueh Tarn, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 Apr 2024
Great location.
It was spacious and very nice. Great central location, we could walk around CBD area easily.
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 Mar 2024
Great hotel, reasonably priced
The corner room was awesome, too bad it looked over the construction site that is in process of rebuilding the Christchurch church. Bathroom had space for toilet bags. Small frig was a nice touch. Microwave would have been helpful. Hotel close to food, museums, etc
Kenneth
Kenneth, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor
29 Mar 2024
We did not get the Free Breakfast we were lead to believe was included. I THINK NOW THIS IS AN EXPEDIA PROBLEM !!
Mel