Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square, Christchurch: from $137 a night

From $137 a night at Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square, checked Nov 1, 2026. Dec 6–7, 2026, 2 adults: $137 total. Dec 4–6, 2026, 2 adults: $366 total on Axel; Booking.com listed $441 for the same stay when seen, checked Nov 1, 2026.

Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square is a central 4-star business hotel on Cathedral Square in Christchurch, New Zealand.

Address: 50 Cathedral Square, Christchurch. Property ID: 1122644.

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Total price: $458 USD

2026-12-05 to 2026-12-08 · 3 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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#5 of 6 hotels in Cathedral Square & New Regent Street by Axel's take. Cathedral Square & New Regent Street is #1 of 5 places to stay in Christchurch. The best hotels in Cathedral Square & New Regent Street, ranked · Where to stay in Christchurch

Axel's take: 8.2/10

A strong central base, with helpful staff and a few practical compromises. a central 4-star business hotel on Cathedral Square, scored for what it is.

This central 4-star business hotel is a strong pick for exploring Christchurch on foot or attending events at Te Pae, just across the road. Recent Expedia and Accor guests repeatedly praise helpful staff, clean rooms and a good breakfast selection. We'd choose it for straightforward comfort and convenience rather than distinctive design or luxury; the restaurant, bar and gym cover the essentials well.

The compromises are practical. Some guests find the bathroom layout awkward, with the basin outside the bathroom, and parking costs extra. Multiple October 2026 Accor reviews report only one working lift and lengthy waits, so check whether repairs are complete before booking. Christ Church Cathedral opposite also remains a reconstruction site, not a finished landmark. We'd skip it if boutique character or a stay without lift delays matters more than location.

• Best for: car-free city breaks; Te Pae conference travelers; couples wanting a convenient central base

• Watch out for: Lift delays reported in October 2026; Paid parking with limited on-site spaces; Unusual bathroom layout in some rooms

• Location: Excellent walking base at 52 Cathedral Square, opposite Te Pae and beside Tūranga library.

• Rooms: Generally comfortable; some guests find rooms compact and the separate basin arrangement awkward.

• Cleanliness: Strong overall feedback, with recent guests repeatedly describing clean, well-maintained rooms.

• Service: Helpful reception and concierge staff are consistent strengths across recent reviews.

• Amenities: Restaurant, bar, gym and room service; breakfast is well liked but not necessarily included.

• Fees and surprises: Parking costs extra; check lift repairs and expectations for the cathedral reconstruction site opposite.

Axel's opinion of Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Tripadvisor · Booking.com · christchurchcathedral.org.nz. Reviewed Oct 28, 2026.

About Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square

• Property type: Hotel
• 4-star hotel
• Novotel
• 50 Cathedral Square, Christchurch
• Amenities: Babysitting and childcare, Children's playground, Breakfast, Restaurant, Bar, Fitness facilities, Sauna, Electric car charging, Airport transportation (extra charge), Parking, Pets Not Allowed, Laundry (extra charge), Dry-cleaning (extra charge), Wheelchair Accessible, Wheelchair access to restaurant, Free Wi-Fi, Internet (extra charge), Business center, Golf course
• Check-in from: 14:00
• Check-out by: 11:00
• City page: Hotels in Christchurch

Room types

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Standard Club room

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Standard Single room

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Standard Quadruple room with city view

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Standard Family room

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Standard Double room (bunk bed)

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Standard Double room (full double bed)

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Standard Double room with city view (full double bed)

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Standard Double room with park view (full double bed)

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Standard Double room with pool view (full double bed)

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Standard Double room with view (full double bed)

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Standard Double Club room (full double bed)

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Standard Double Club room with balcony (full double bed)

• Beds: full double bed
• Room features: Balcony
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Standard Twin room (twin beds)

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Standard Twin Club room (twin beds)

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Standard Quadruple room

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Standard Quadruple room with pool view

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Standard Sextuple room

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Business room

Business Double room (full double bed)

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Superior room

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Superior room with city view

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Superior room with sea view

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Superior Single room

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Superior Quadruple room with city view

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Superior Single room (single bed)

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Superior Double room (full double bed)

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Superior Double room with city view (full double bed)

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Superior Twin room (twin beds)

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Superior Twin Family room (twin beds)

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Superior Triple room

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Superior Quadruple room

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Superior Quadruple room with city view

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Superior Quintuple room

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Superior Sextuple room

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Superior Sextuple room with city view

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Deluxe room

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Deluxe room with sea view

Deluxe Single room

Deluxe Triple room

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Deluxe Double room (full double bed)

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Deluxe Double room with balcony (full double bed)

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• Room features: Balcony

Deluxe Twin room with ocean view (twin beds)

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Premier room

Executive room

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Executive room with city view

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Executive Single room

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Executive Quadruple room with city view

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Executive Single room (single bed)

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Executive Double room (full double bed)

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Executive Double room with city view (full double bed)

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Executive Double room with lake view (full double bed)

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Executive Twin room (twin beds)

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• Room features: Fridge
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Executive Triple room

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Executive Quadruple room

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Executive Quadruple room with city view

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Executive Quintuple room

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Executive Sextuple room

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Executive Sextuple room with city view

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Premium room

Classic room

Classic Double room (full double bed)

• Beds: full double bed

Luxury room

Privilege room

Privilege Double room (full double bed)

• Beds: full double bed

Junior Suite

Double Junior Suite with lake view (full double bed)

• Beds: full double bed

Executive Junior Suite

Executive Double Junior Suite (full double bed)

• Beds: full double bed

Suite

1 Bedroom Suite

• Bedrooms: 1

Single Suite

Double Suite (full double bed)

• Beds: full double bed

Double Suite with mountain view (full double bed)

• Beds: full double bed

1 Bedroom Double Suite with city view (full double bed)

• Beds: full double bed
• Bedrooms: 1

Standard Suite

Business Suite

Superior Suite

Superior Double Suite (full double bed)

• Beds: full double bed

Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite with sea view

Deluxe Single Suite

Deluxe Double Suite (full double bed)

• Beds: full double bed

1 Bedroom Deluxe Double Suite oceanfront (full double bed)

• Beds: full double bed
• Bedrooms: 1

Executive Suite

• Room features: Fridge
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Executive Single Suite

• Room features: Fridge
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Executive Double Suite (full double bed)

• Beds: full double bed
• Room features: Fridge
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Executive Triple Suite

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Executive Quadruple Suite

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Presidential Suite

Prestige Suite

Prestige Double Suite (full double bed)

• Beds: full double bed

Royal Suite

2 Bedrooms Royal Double Suite with ocean view (full double bed)

• Beds: full double bed
• Bedrooms: 2

Apartment

1 Bedroom Apartment

• Bedrooms: 1

Superior Apartment

1 Bedroom Superior Apartment

• Bedrooms: 1

Deluxe Apartment

2 Bedrooms Deluxe Apartment

• Bedrooms: 2

Studio

Cottage

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