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8.8

929 reviews

Distinction Christchurch Hotel

Distinction Christchurch Hotel

14 Cathedral Square, Christchurch, 8011, New Zealand

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Restaurant

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

Tour desk

24-hour front desk

Distinction Christchurch Hotel

Welcome to the Distinction Christchurch Hotel, where modern comfort meets the charm of this vibrant city! Nestled just 0.2mi from the heart of Christchurch, this stylish 4-star hotel is the perfect base for your adventures. With prices starting at just $155, you’ll enjoy a prime location at 14 Cathedral Square, allowing you to easily explore the eclectic mix of shops, restaurants, and breathtaking sights that the city has to offer.

Indulge in the fabulous amenities that await you at this hotel; savor a delicious breakfast each morning before embarking on your day, or unwind with a drink at the bar after an excursion. Whether you fancy a workout at the free fitness center or prefer the luxury of room service, this hotel has got you covered. Fellow travelers love the free Wi-Fi to share their epic travel moments and the attentive 24-hour front desk ready to assist with anything you may need—a perfect blend of elegance and convenience!

With 929 glowing reviews, it's no wonder that guests rave about their stay at Distinction Christchurch Hotel. From cozy, air-conditioned non-smoking rooms to the convenience of private parking and meetings/banquet facilities, every detail has been meticulously considered for your comfort. Trust us, this hotel not only ensures a fantastic stay but also elevates your time in Christchurch to something truly memorable!

As you step into the Distinction Christchurch Hotel, the welcoming atmosphere instantly sweeps you off your feet! Whether you're traveling solo, with family, or friends, there's a perfect spot for everyone to rest and recharge after a day of exploring. Choose from a range of spacious accommodations that cater to your needs—opt for a spacious Classic Suite or bring along the whole crew to the Junior Suite, which comfortably accommodates up to five adults and three children. Every room is designed with modern flair, ensuring a cozy haven that feels like a second home.

Food lovers will rejoice at the on-site Gumption Restaurant & Bar, where the enticing European cuisine shines brightly! Start your day off right with a hearty breakfast to fuel your adventures, or swing by later to indulge in lunch or dinner. The modern ambiance of the restaurant provides a delightful setting to unwind while savoring culinary delights. And as you sip your favorite drink at the bar, take a moment to mingle and share travel tales with other guests—because who knows what kind of friends you may make along the way!

When it comes to amenities, Distinction Christchurch Hotel truly knows how to create a fun and relaxing experience. With a fantastic fitness center to keep your workouts on track amidst your travels, and the freedom to connect with friends and family using the complimentary Wi-Fi, you'll find everything you need to make your stay smooth and enjoyable. Plus, the staff goes above and beyond, ensuring you're well taken care of with friendly service and helpful recommendations. So pack your bags and get ready for a memorable getaway at this vibrant gem in Christchurch!

Closest airports

Christchurch International Airport

6mi

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

Tour desk

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Elevator

Bathtub

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Rooms

Classic Family Suite in Distinction Christchurch Hotel

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Classic Family Suite

1 King Size Bed

2 Queen Size Beds

680 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

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Indulge in luxury in our Classic Family Suite, featuring a spacious 678 sqft of elegant space accommodating 4 adults and 2 children. Enjoy the comfort of a King size bed and 2 Queen size beds, along with amenities like air conditioning and a relaxing bathtub to unwind in style.

Classic King in Distinction Christchurch Hotel

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Classic, King Size

1 King Size Bed

260 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

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Indulge in the spacious Classic King room, featuring a luxurious king-size bed and a private bathroom with a bathtub. Enjoy amenities like air conditioning and free toiletries in this charming double room.

Superior Junior Suite in Distinction Christchurch Hotel

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Junior Suite Superior, King Size

1 King Size Bed

590 sqft

City view

Private Bathroom

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

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Indulge in luxury in our Superior Junior Suite, a spacious 592 sqft suite with a king-size bed, air conditioning, and free toiletries in the private bathroom. Perfect for a relaxing stay for 2 adults.

Classic Junior Suite in Distinction Christchurch Hotel

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Classic Junior Suite, King Size

1 King Size Bed

590 sqft

City view

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Minibar

More details

Experience luxury in our Classic Junior Suite, featuring a spacious 592 sqft room with a comfortable king-size bed, air conditioning, and a relaxing bathtub. Perfect for a cozy stay for two adults.

Superior King  in Distinction Christchurch Hotel

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Superior, King Size

1 King Size Bed

260 sqft

Private Bathroom

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

x4

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x3

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Indulge in luxury with our Superior King room featuring a spacious 258 sqft, a comfortable King size bed, and modern amenities like air conditioning and free toiletries. The perfect choice for a relaxing stay for two adults.

Superior Super King in Distinction Christchurch Hotel

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Superior Super, King Size

1 King Size Bed

310 sqft

Private Bathroom

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Indulge in spacious comfort in our Superior Super King room, featuring a luxurious King-size bed, air conditioning, and a private bathroom. Perfect for a delightful stay for 2 adults.

Classic One-Bedroom Suite in Distinction Christchurch Hotel

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Suite Classic, 1 Bedroom

1 King Size Bed

655 sqft

City view

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Minibar

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x5

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Superior Junior Suite in Distinction Christchurch Hotel

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Superior Junior Suite

1 King Size Bed

590 sqft

City view

Private Bathroom

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

More details

Classic Junior Suite in Distinction Christchurch Hotel

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Classic Junior Suite

1 King Size Bed

590 sqft

City view

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Minibar

+

More details

Superior Family Suite in Distinction Christchurch Hotel

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Superior Family Suite

1 King Size Bed

2 Queen Size Beds

745 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

x4

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Superior Queen Room with Two Queen Beds in Distinction Christchurch Hotel

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Superior, 2 Queen Size Beds

2 Queen Size Beds

375 sqft

City view

Private Bathroom

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

x4

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x3

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Super

1 King Size Bed

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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Guest reviews

8.8

929 reviews

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Featured reviews:

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Effie

8.2

December 2024

Excellent location in the centre of the city, opposite of the Cathedral and near the tourist tram, the shuttle buses stop and shopping centres. Very clean room with good windows isolation. Nice and helpful staff.

For the price I paid there, I would have stayed in 5+star hotel in another country. The room was very small while it had a huge bathroom. Only my laptop baggage would fit on the designated for suitcases bank and there was not enough space to open my normal suitcase. Breakfast had the very basics and only black filter coffee. You had to pay extra to have a small espresso. On the first day the fried stuff had a smell of bad oil (next day was ok). At least they had gluten free bread and pastries.

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Helen

10

December 2024

The location was perfect. It was less than a minute from any of the venues I needed to be at during my stay. The room was well appointed and spacious. The bed was super comfortable. The bathroom was well stocked, good water pressure and easy to control water temperature. The rain shower option was great and the switch from hand held to rain shower was easy to operate. The big windows all around allowed for plenty natural light and a great view across the city. Friendly helpful staff. The food in the restaurant was good too. Sadly, I did not get to enjoy breakfast as had to attend breakfast meetings both days.

Nothing

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Barbara

10

July 2024

The Distinction Hotel was an excellent choice for my husband and me who came to attend a week long conference. At the centre of the city, a few minutes walk from Te Pae, it was also very close to the shopping district, cafes, the art museum, the earthquake museum. art centre and the riverside market. Our room was very comfortable, the servicing of the room was excellent and staff at the desk and in the restaurant were great, cheerful, welcoming, helpful. We commend in particular the excellent breakfast buffet.

The weather was a bit rainy and the wind was very strong on one particualr day. But then it was winter!

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Ashish

9.1

June 2023

excellent location very good staff

facilities limited

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Caroline

10

September 2024

Simplicity, stylish, comfortable, and the quietness on the 10th floor (Room 1004) The staff were very helpful and friendly. The restaurant menu choices were plentiful and delicious and so artistically presented. The staff, from mature Gracie to a new French addition, Margot, were ever so helpful and professional. Thankyou

Nothing not to like. Everything was exactly what we required.

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Mark

9.1

April 2023

I ĺoved the room. The bed was wonderful. Curtains and furnishings top marks. The staff were really lovely and pleasant. The breakfast bar was decent.. the white bread was fantastic toasted and the coffee machine was super impressive. It's a lovely hotel for sure !!

I didn't like having to wait an hour past my check in time for the room to be cleaned. I wasn't keen on finding a long hair in the bath. It was the only one but it put me off using it as a bath. And it would be good to check the mini bar properly before the next customer so we don't get asked to pay for the previous stays drink. I would take those sausages off the menu entirely. Too easy to complain so just know these were small issues only

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Becky

9.1

April 2023

We were made to feel extremely welcome on arrival, and nothing was too much trouble. The staff were cheerful and very friendly. We dropped off our bags early, as we arrived in the morning, and when we came back in the afternoon to check in, they had already taken our bags up to our room, which was great! We were on 9th floor, and had amazing views over the city. The room was spacious, and comfortable, and immaculately clean. Had the best nights sleep I've had when staying away, as the bed was so comfortable! The bathroom was a good size, and again, very clean. The dressing gowns and slippers were a nice touch of luxury! Really enjoyed our stay, and would recommend this location to others as it's very close to all the key city attractions, and very quiet, considering it's in the centre,

A small thing really, and hardly a negative, but the tea and coffee selection could have been better - I know nescafe is pretty standard, but would have been nice to have a better quality coffee, considering the price of the room. We also had to buy our own teabags, as the ones provided were a bit too perfumed, and we missed our dilmah (but tea is a personal thing). Can't really fault it on anything else :-)

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Max

9.1

April 2023

A restaurant staff member who served us throughout our stay was fantastic, I don't remember his name but personally I'd like to thank him for his services. The hotel is in a prime location and close to everything e.g restaurants, shopping, sightseeing, and more.

Asked 3 different reception staff and no one knew how to get Netflix working, maybe the old TV's they use are out of date or need their apps updated? no other TV apps worked either. I got served a cold coffee but was replaced with a lukewarm one. Not a major but I would assume you can sense the temperature of a takeaway coffee cup.

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Elisabeth

10

April 2024

Sensational location, amazing stay. Small details in our superior family suite made all the difference such as spacious and clean rooms, blue light in the bathroom overnight perfect to reassure children, robes and slippers, valet parking. Whisper quiet- I didn't hear any other guests over our two night stay. Courteous and friendly staff. Couldn't rate this hotel more highly. Wish we could have stayed longer.

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Jacqueline

10

August 2024

One of the highlights of my stay was the incredibly comfortable bed and bed linen. The quality of the bedding made for a perfect night's sleep, ensuring I was well-rested and ready to explore the beautiful city of Christchurch. It truly felt like a home away from home. The hotel's facilities are excellent, with clean and well-maintained rooms that offer all the necessary amenities.

Points of Interest Around Distinction Christchurch Hotel

Attractions

New Regent Street

0.2mi

Christchurch Tram

0.3mi

Cashel Street

0.3mi

Christchurch Botanic Gardens

0.9mi

Hagley Park

0.9mi

TranzAlpine Train

1.6mi

Mona Vale

1.7mi

Air Force Museum of New Zealand

4.6mi

Christchurch Gondola

5.1mi

Willowbank Wildlife Reserve

5.2mi

International Antarctic Centre

5.4mi

Port Hills

5.9mi

Waimakariri River

9mi

Sumner Beach

15.7mi

Banks Peninsula

18.2mi

Restaurants

Gumption Restaurant & Bar

Cuisines

  • European

Ambiances

  • Modern

Amenities of Distinction Christchurch Hotel

Restaurant

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

Tour desk

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Elevator

Bathtub

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Stay rules - Distinction Christchurch Hotel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property