The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

9 Hereford Street The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora, Christchurch City-Centre, Christchurch, New Zealand - Cultural precinct access

The 5-star The Observatory Hotel Christchurch with a private art gallery is just a 7-minute walk from Avon River. Staying here you can use Wi-Fi throughout the property and a private parking lot on site.

Location

Located only 350 metres from the Māori galleries "Canterbury Museum", the hotel is right near The Arts Centre te Matatiki Toi Ora. The magical Margaret Mahy Family Playground is 1.4 km from The Observatory Christchurch, while Hereford St near Montreal St bus stop is about 5 minutes' walk away. Cashel Street can also be found in the vicinity of this Christchurch hotel.

Rooms

For your comfort, you will find air conditioning along with a mini fridge bar, coffee and tea making facilities in each of the 33 rooms. They feature bathrooms with a lowered sink, a raised toilet, and a shower as well as hair dryers and bath sheets.

Food & Drinks

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch welcomes guests with a daily buffet breakfast. Universo Brasserie & Bar offers a wide range of New Zealand dishes and lies 350 metres away.

Leisure & Activities

As part of its commitment to guest wellness, the property includes a fitness studio featuring fitness classes.

Why choose The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

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  • Unique Drawing Room Lounge

  • Premium gym facilities

  • Elegant meeting room spaces

  • Luxurious, uniquely designed rooms

Main amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi

  • 24-hour services

  • Express check-in/ -out

  • Fitness/Gym

  • Sports activities

  • Spa and relaxation

  • Meeting facilities

  • Child-friendly

  • Wheelchair access

  • Air conditioning

  • No pets allowed

General
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour services
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Fitness/Gym
  • Sports activities
  • Spa and relaxation
  • Meeting facilities
  • Child-friendly
  • Wheelchair access
  • Air conditioning
  • No pets allowed
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Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi

Parking options

  • Parking

Activities

  • Fitness centre
  • Cycling
  • Golf course

Property services

  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

In the kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Business facilities

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

For kids

  • Cots

Recreation

  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage

For disabled guests

  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

In the rooms

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

In the bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Devices

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Design

  • Carpeted floor

General facilities

  • No smoking on site
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Important information

Check-in:
from 14:00 until 23:59
Check-out:
until 10:00

Enter dates to see availability

From USD 155 per night
Check-in 4 Feb 2026
Check-out 5 Feb 2026
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0

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9 Hereford Street The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora, Christchurch City-Centre, Christchurch, New Zealand

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    9 Hereford Street The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora, Christchurch, New Zealand

    Important information
    The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
    Check-in:
    from 14:00 until 23:59
    Check-out:
    until 10:00