Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square

Christchurch hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge, aimed at LGBTQ+ guests

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Dates

November 2025

19

December 2025

Superior Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

In the heart of Christchurch, Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square offers a luxurious retreat. Enjoy international cuisine at The Square Restaurant, stay active with gym facilities and relax in the bar after a day exploring nearby Cashel Street Shopping Area and Isaac Theatre Royal. Multilingual staff are on hand to help you make the most of your stay.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Electric vehicle charging point
Connecting rooms available
Bar
Ski facilities
24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Breakfast available
Ski storage
Fitness center
Valet parking
Room service
Conference center
6 meeting rooms
Meeting rooms
24-hour front desk
Computer station

For families (6)

Children stay free
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels

CNY921 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 14 - Dec 15

Why we love this property

Luxury city center charm

Marvel at curated furnishings in this luxury hotel nestled in the heart of the city center. A design-forward haven for the style-conscious traveler.

Local culinary delights

Savor international cuisine at the restaurant or unwind at the bar. Buffet breakfast offers vegan, vegetarian, and locally-sourced organic options.

Blissful sleep sanctuary

Blackout drapes envelop luxury guestrooms in perfect darkness. Curated, individual furnishings create a unique retreat for a truly restorative slumber.

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Nov 19 - Nov 20

Tomorrow

Nov 20 - Nov 21

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

HDTV

Blackout drapes/curtains

31 sq m
City view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Executive Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

HDTV

Blackout drapes/curtains

31 sq m
City view
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Wonderful

Highlights

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

HDTV

Blackout drapes/curtains

31 sq m
City view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Superior Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Excellent

Highlights

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

HDTV

Blackout drapes/curtains

31 sq m
City view
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

HDTV

Blackout drapes/curtains

City view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

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Parking available
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning

CNY1,089 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 16 - Dec 17

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About the neighborhood

50 Cathedral Square, Christchurch, 8011

What's nearby

Cathedral Square - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
New Regent Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Isaac Theatre Royal - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Christchurch Casino - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 19 min drive
Christchurch Railway Station - 12 min drive
Rolleston Station - 23 min drive
Rangiora Station - 31 min drive

Restaurants

‪Market Place - ‬2 min walk
‪Sakimoto - ‬2 min walk
‪Christchurch Tramway Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
‪OGB Bar & Café - ‬4 min walk
‪Lucky Ninja - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square

Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square is a great choice for a stay in Christchurch. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at The Square Restaurant, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 154 rooms
- Arranged over 13 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
- Contactless check-in available
- Express check-in/out available
- Early check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 11 AM
- Contactless check-out available
- Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Required at check-in

- Credit card required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

- Children (16 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

- Pets not allowed
- Service animals welcome

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

- Secured covered onsite valet parking (NZD 35 per night)
- Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
- Electric vehicle charging point on site

Other information

- Smoke-free property
- Caters to LGBTQ guests

Property amenities

Food and drink

Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Water dispenser

Traveling with children

Children stay free (see details)
Children's games
Toys

What to do

Bicycle rentals nearby
Golf lessons nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Skiing nearby
Surfing/body boarding nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Skydiving nearby
Snowmobiling nearby

Working away

6 meeting rooms
Computer station
Conference center (3767 square feet of space)

Services

24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Ski storage

Facilities

1 building/tower
Built in 2009
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Television in common areas
Fitness center
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
At least 80% organic food
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Local culture & ecosystem education
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic soda bottles
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Banquet hall

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

49-inch LED TV
Premium satellite channels
Pay movies

Home comfort

Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Alarm clock
Free crib/infant bed
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

Individually furnished

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
Free local calls
Desk chair

Food and drink

Refrigerator

More

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only
Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

The Square Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner.

The Square Bar - Onsite bar. Open daily.

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

Deposit: NZD 100.00 per night

Optional extras

Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 37 per person
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of NZD 80 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of NZD 80 (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

Rollaway beds are available for NZD 50.0 per night

Parking

Covered valet parking costs NZD 35 per night

Policies

This property caters to LGBTQ+ guests.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International

Cashless transactions are available.

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square 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 Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square?

Yes. Valet parking costs NZD 35 per night. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of NZD 80 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of NZD 80 (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Christchurch Casino (8-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square and nearby?

Have fun with nearby winter activities like snowmobiling, snowshoeing, and skiing, and in warmer months enjoy a round of golf at the nearby golf course. Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square also has a fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square?

Yes, The Square Restaurant offers international cuisine.

What's the area around Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square like?

Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square is in Christchurch City Centre, a short 1-minute walk from Cathedral Square and 3 minutes' walk from New Regent Street. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.