The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel offers a modern retreat in the heart of Christchurch. With a cooked-to-order breakfast and helpful multilingual staff, you can unwind on the terrace or stay connected with in-room WiFi.
Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Hagley Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Christchurch Casino - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
Getting around
Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 22 min drive
Christchurch Railway Station - 13 min drive
Rolleston Station - 17 min drive
Rangiora Station - 26 min drive
Restaurants
Banh Mi Em - 3 min walk
C1 Espresso - 3 min walk
Mexico - 2 min walk
Pink Lady Rooftop - 1 min walk
Dux Central - 3 min walk
About this property
The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel
The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Cathedral Square and Hagley Park. This Art Deco hotel is also just a 5-minute drive from Christchurch Casino and Christchurch Public Hospital. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
40 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Offsite parking within 951 ft (NZD 19 per day)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
What to do
Free use of nearby fitness center
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Art Deco architecture
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Room amenities
Be entertained
49-inch Smart TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
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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
Refundable deposits
A damage deposit of NZD 150 will be collected before check-in
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 30 for adults and NZD 30 for children
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of NZD 50 (subject to availability)
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 percent
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs NZD 19 per day (951 ft away)
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
National rating
Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.
Also known as
The Muse Christchurch
The Muse Christchurch, Art
The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel Hotel
The Muse Christchurch Boutique Art Hotel
The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel Christchurch
The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel Hotel Christchurch
Frequently asked questions
Does The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Muse Christchurch, Art 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 The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of NZD 50 (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Christchurch Casino (15-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Cathedral Square (5-min walk) and Hagley Park (13-min walk), along with Christchurch Casino (15-min walk) and Christchurch Public Hospital (0.9 mi).
What's the area around The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel like?
The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel is in Christchurch City Centre, a short 5-minute walk from Cathedral Square and 6 minutes' walk from Riverside Market.
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Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.2
Cleanliness
8.4
Amenities
9.0
Staff & service
8.6
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was a highlight with many guests praising its quality, variety, and value. (15 reviews)
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Popular mentions
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6/10 Good
Apr 17, 2026
Breakfast was in an adjoining Cafe with excellent staff
Clement
Clement, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 23, 2026
Nice rooms and great little cafe for breakfast.
Shaun
Shaun, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 27, 2026
Great return visit nice and familiar with a great view and breakfast spot
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 25, 2026
Lovely staff room was fantastic great place to stay
Bronwyn
Bronwyn, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 18, 2026
Very friendly and accommodating staff.
Room was nice with updated bathroom.
Location was very convenient to everything.
Linda
Linda, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 29, 2026
Staff were helpful, bad was comfortable and the included breakfast at the cafe next door was excellent.
Dan
Dan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 4, 2026
Really friendly check-in staff, beautiful ambience with the wall art, clean room with excellent amenities.
Chor Ee
Chor Ee, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 12, 2026
Great on all counts. Friendly staff. Location is perfect.
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 28, 2025
Clean rooms, near restaurants and shopping.
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 31, 2026
Nice clean room. Comfortable beds. Friendly staff. Good location to walk around the centre of the city. I would recommend getting the breakfast as it was good value.
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 27, 2025
Excellent location and rooftop bar
Loren
Loren, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 5, 2025
Nice comfortable stay.
Rafael
Rafael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 18, 2026
A great location. Parking was easy. Tram is walkable. Breakfast was actually in another building seems like with others together but understandable - still was nice.
Em
Em, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 11, 2026
Very nice, small room with great bathroom. Everything was spotless. The hotel is located right adjacent to nice areas for nightlife and food, and the roof bar attracts locals every evening.
Thomas
Thomas, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 4, 2025
Brilliant location in the heart of the city
The staff were friend and great pointing out the bars and restaurants in the area
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 16, 2026
Location, staff and amenities were great! One day room did not get cleaned. Other than that fantastic!
Cheryl
Cheryl, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 8, 2025
Very elegant and modern. Clean, quiet and centrally located.
Shai
Shai, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2025
Very central, beautiful Views,&definitely locking forward to future Bookings
Magdalena
Magdalena, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 24, 2025
Great location for bus station, sights around the city and cafes.
Ann Marie
Ann Marie, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 31, 2025
Always excellent service, I keep returning. Clean rooms with great amenities. Really
Good location.
Bethanne
Bethanne, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 14, 2025
Great location with easy access to public transport and CBD
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 2, 2025
Great hotel in city close to shops and attractions. Will stay again.
David
David, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 21, 2025
Great location
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 24, 2024
Great views and location.
Edward
Edward, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 16, 2025
Really enjoyed staying there. Great for a stop over in central Chch. Very clean, well organised, friendly helpful staff - felt very safe. Car parking was abit of an inconvenience but overall would stay there again.