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4.0 out of 5

"Hotel was right in the middle of the city. Spacious room with good facilities. Staff very helpful at all times " More

By a verified traveller on Tue 04 Feb 2020

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Superior Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Executive Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Hotel Description

Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Cathedral Square. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a gym.

  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Enjoy international cuisine while dining at The Square Restaurant
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Valet parking available for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the location
  • Steps from Isaac Theatre Royal and 6 minutes on foot from Cashel Street Shopping Area

Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square ratings based on 2 Verified Reviews

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4.0 out of 5 4.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

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4 out of 5
Hotel was right in the middle of the city. Spacious room with good facilities. Staff very helpful at all times

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About the Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square

Location 50 Cathedral Square, Christchurch, 8011

Property Features

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 3767 square feet (350 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A fitness centre, multilingual staff, and ski storage are also featured at the luxury Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square. Parking is available for a fee. This 4.5-star Christchurch hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 154 guestrooms or units
  • 13 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 3767 sq ft of conference space
  • 350 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2009
  • Deli
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Free cots/infant beds

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Wireless internet access

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Valet parking (surcharge)

Transport

  • Train station: Christchurch Railway Station (4.4 km / 2.8 mi)
  • Parking: Valet parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square offers 154 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished. 49-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • HD television
  • Satellite channels
  • Premium channels
  • Films for purchase
  • Fridge
  • Coffee maker
  • Shower
  • Cots (free)
  • Rollaway beds (surcharge)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Hairdryer
  • Safe
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout curtains
  • Sound-insulated rooms
  • Climate control
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Unique furnishings
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Wardrobe or cupboard
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste available
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Desk chair

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

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

The Square Bar – On-site bar. Open daily.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Golfing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Snowshoeing nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Golf lessons available nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Accessibility

If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Check-in time ends at anytime
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 50.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards and cash

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit

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

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels) guidelines.

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Humane animal treatment
  • Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
  • Property does not offer on-site COVID-19 testing
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Caters to LGBTQ guests
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Security system
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Children stay free - maximum age 16
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitisation guidelines ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • LGBTQ friendly
  • Smoke detector
  • Children stay free

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: NZD 100.00 per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately NZD 37 per person
  • Valet parking fee: NZD 35 per night
  • Early check-in fee: NZD 80 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 80 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 50.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Novotel Cathedral
  • Novotel Cathedral Hotel
  • Novotel Cathedral Hotel Christchurch Square
  • Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square
  • Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square Hotel Christchurch
  • Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square Hotel
  • Novotel Cathedral Square Hotel
  • Novotel Cathedral Square
  • Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square Hotel
  • Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square Christchurch
  • Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square Hotel Christchurch

You should know

  • This hotel caters to LGBTQ+ guests.
  • Children aged 16 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Awards & Affiliations

Eco-certified property

This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

  • Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award

National Rating

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

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