4 Star Hotel

Distinction Christchurch Hotel

14 Cathedral Square, Christchurch, New Zealand View Map

$126 nightly

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Distinction Christchurch Hotel

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The luxurious Distinction Christchurch Hotel is an urban escape combining sophisticated smarts and familiar warmth while standing proud among the buzz of the rejuvenation of Cathedral Square. Ideally positioned in the heart of the city only a few minutes' walk from the Avon River, Botanical Gardens, Christchurch Casino, ReSTART Mall and future Christchurch Convention Center. The 4.5 star Christchurch hotel offers 182 elegant, air-conditioned hotel rooms. Each is fitted with the latest technology including 55inch Smart TVs to those travelers seeking a place to relax and unwind after a day exploring Canterbury’s vibrant attractions. Complementing this accommodations are conference facilities catering up to 200 delegates. The stylish Gumption Restaurant & Bar, the perfect place to enjoy drinks and delicious cuisine with friends or colleagues. A covered valet car parking is also provided for an additional charge. Free unlimited high speed WiFi is available to all hotel guests.

437 Reviews

8.8Very Good
Cleanliness
9.2
Staff
9.3
Location
9.6

What Guests Say

  • “Location is the best.”
  • “Everything was perfect, we even got a room upgrade for the second night because we had to book the two nights we stayed separately”
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Top Amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Free Internet Access
  • Fitness Center
  • Accessible Rooms / Facilities
  • Non-Smoking Rooms
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Superior Suite

657 sqft • 1 King

  • Accessible by lift
  • Air conditioning
  • Bath or Shower
  • Bathrobe(s)
Classic King1/4

Classic King

259 sqft • 1 King

  • Accessible bath/shower
  • Accessible by lift
  • Accessible toilet
  • Air conditioning
Classic One-Bedroom Suite1/4

Classic One-Bedroom Suite

657 sqft • 1 King

  • Accessible by lift
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Bath or Shower
Superior Family Suite1/4

Superior Family Suite

743 sqft • 1 King or 2 Queen

  • Accessible by lift
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Bath or Shower
Classic Super King1/4

Classic Super King

334 sqft • 1 King

  • Accessible by lift
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Bath or Shower
Superior King 1/4

Superior King

259 sqft • 1 King

  • Accessible bath/shower
  • Accessible by lift
  • Accessible toilet
  • Air conditioning

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    What Guests Loved

    8.8
    Very Good

    Based on 437 reviews

    Location

    9.6

    Cleanliness

    9.2

    Staff

    9.3

    Overall Quality

    8.8

    Pros +

    • Location is the best.
    • Everyone
    • Everything was perfect, we even got a room upgrade for the second night because we had to book the two nights we stayed separately

    Cons -

    • A little pricey but you get what you pay for.
    • the room is nice and clean
    • NA
    Business Traveler (116)Solo Traveler (108)Traveling as Couple (289)Family with Young Children (251)Group Traveler (68)Total (956)
    10Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 1-24-2020

    Location is the best.

    A little pricey but you get what you pay for.

    10Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 7-13-2022

    Everyone

    10JuliaPosted on: 2-11-2026

    Everything was perfect, we even got a room upgrade for the second night because we had to book the two nights we stayed separately

    9NancyPosted on: 2-10-2026

    Very good location

    the room is nice and clean

    10MaiaPosted on: 2-9-2026

    Beautiful stay, walking distance from a range of amazing restaurants and activities. Made life easy with 3 young kids. Staff were very friendly and had some awesome food recommendations.

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    9WinniePosted on: 2-8-2026

    The location was in the middle of the tourist/town center. We walked to the botanical garden, to the museums, restaurants, tram stops, shopping area.The room and bathroom were spacious. The bed was comfortable.

    The service at the dining room was slow. The staff seem to run around busy but not efficiently serving or clearing the plates. The breakfast spread was not great. There was no cook to order station. Choices and selections were limited.

    9ColinPosted on: 2-6-2026

    Great location . Large comfy rooms. Good value. Reassuringly’old fashioned’

    8GinaPosted on: 2-4-2026

    We stayed for 2 nights in one of the suites and all went well. Staff was helpful, good location as it was close to everything.

    There were no bars in the bathroom and the sofa was a bit stained.

    9LeonPosted on: 2-4-2026

    Great hotel. Friendly staff super clean and always made to feel welcome. Keep up the good job team

    10MaryPosted on: 1-25-2026

    Staff terrific, valet parking brilliant,big spacious rooms and always clean. 10/10

    All great

    10AnnettePosted on: 1-22-2026

    Love the ease of staff parking the car for you. So friendly, great location right in the city.

    8MichaelPosted on: 1-20-2026

    Staff were fantastic and helpful. The room was comfortable with a beautiful view overlooking the Cathedral and most of the town. Restaurants and bars very close by and also the tram station with its array of shops and eatery's.

    Breakfast was very average at best, I would not recommend it. Room was a suite and it was newly renovated but in my humble opinion the room lost all of its character and charm.Shower was temperamental and only worked when it wanted to. Paying for parking.

    9MichaelPosted on: 1-20-2026

    Staff were fabulous and extremely helpful. View, room was fantastic, facilities were good, lobby bar was good and comfortable, Beds were amazingly comfortable. Close to everything you could want shops bars restaurants and Ballantynes.

    Breakfast was very mediocre Bar fridge was useless and a waste of time having it so you couldn't have any cold drinks. You had to buy them if you wanted cold drinks, big deal for me. . Paying for parking. New automatic fittings in the shower didnt always work

    9MichaelPosted on: 1-14-2026

    Location is great we had a suite which was very good indeed roomy and very comfortable it was an older suite which is far better than the new renovated suites.

    Breakfast could be far better for an establishment of this repute . breakfasts were some of the worst i had on the trip. This is an area that all the Distinction hotels fall down on in my opinion.

    9MaraPosted on: 1-11-2026

    The staff were exceptionally helpful. The room was very comfortable, clean and had great amenities in the room.

    9AmandaPosted on: 1-9-2026

    Fantastic location. We choose this room as we had two teenagers and it gave us a bit more room. Which worked well. Able to walk everywhere. Tram 100m away.

    8MelisaPosted on: 1-8-2026

    Location and valet parking , comfortable bed !

    7LisaPosted on: 1-6-2026

    Great location and comfortable bed

    Floors needed vacuuming in our room. I mentioned this to the front desk however when the room was cleaned the next day it still wasn’t vacuumed. We had room service both mornings for breakfast but the order was wrong both times.

    8MoorePosted on: 1-5-2026

    Comfortable bedding,

    Entry to a floor does not require card key. Anyone can move about the hotel freely.

    10Anonym42Posted on: 1-4-2026

    Room was large, quiet and had great amenities. Liked the complementary laundry option and the gym had also what I needed. Stayed only one night and did not consume any food there.

    Amenities & Policies

    Amenities

    Fitness & Spa

    • Fitness Center

    Food & Drinks

    • Restaurant

    Media & Technology

    • Free Internet Access

    Transportation

    • Accessible parking

    Accessibility

    • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
    • Facilities for disabled guests available

    Kid Friendly

    • Family Friendly

    General

    • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities

    Guest policies

    Check-inAfter 3:00 PM
    Check-outBefore 11:00 AM
    InternetFree Wi-Fi is available.
    Children & Extra BedsChildren of all ages are welcome.
    PetsPets are not allowed.
    Room RatesAll rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted.

    Important info

    Please note that there is a 1.85% charge when you pay with a Visa/Mastercard credit card. Please note that there is a 3.5% charge when you pay with a American Express credit card.

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    Distinction Christchurch Hotel

    14 Cathedral Square, Christchurch

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