Novotel Christchurch Airport

4.5 star property

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Premium Studio Suite, 1 King Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Exterior
Garden
Business center

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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30 Durey Road, Christchurch Airport, Christchurch, NZ, 7674
  • Place, International Antarctic Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Russley Golf Club
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Nunweek Park Hockey Field
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪5 min walk‬

Room options

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 290 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(141 reviews)
  • City view
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(75 reviews)
  • City view
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Superior Room, 3 Twin Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Executive Twin Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 285 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Christchurch

Located in Christchurch Airport within a short stroll of International Antarctic Centre, Novotel Christchurch Airport is within a 10-minute drive University of Canterbury. This 200-room, 4.5-star hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like a 24-hour gym and free in-room WiFi. It's connected to the airport in central Christchurch, and a short drive from McLean's Island Golf Club and Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre.

What's nearby

  • International Antarctic Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Russley Golf Club - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Nunweek Park Hockey Field - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Nunweek Park - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Mike Pero's Motorcycle Gallery - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 17 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 3 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Good Thai - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Food Exchange - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Novotel Christchurch Airport

At Novotel Christchurch Airport, guests have access to a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. Valet parking is offered for NZD 40 per day. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with concierge services, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include conference space, a business center, and express check-out.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 49-inch Smart TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport pillow menus. Minibars, free newspapers, and safes are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Valet parking on site (NZD 40 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 5:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 32 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Food Exchange
  • Gourmet Bar

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2,336 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (55 inch wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (43 inches high)

More

  • 6 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 32 per person
  • Valet parking fee: NZD 40 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers valet parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Novotel Christchurch Airport Opening April 2019 Hotel
Novotel Opening April 2019 Hotel
Novotel Christchurch Airport Opening April 2019
Novotel Opening April 2019
Novotel Christchurch Airport Hotel
Novotel Christchurch Airport Christchurch
Novotel Christchurch Airport Hotel Christchurch
Novotel Christchurch Airport (Opening November 2019)

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Novotel Christchurch Airport?

Novotel Christchurch Airport offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Novotel Christchurch Airport?

As of Apr 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Christchurch Airport on May 2, 2026 start from $148, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see around Novotel Christchurch Airport?

This hotel is situated in Christchurch Airport within a short 6-minute walk of International Antarctic Centre. You'll also find Riccarton Road and Mona Vale within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Novotel Christchurch Airport?

Yes, valet parking is offered for NZD 40 per day with in/out privileges. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Does Novotel Christchurch Airport feature a casino?

No, Novotel Christchurch Airport doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Novotel Christchurch Airport?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Novotel Christchurch Airport?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include around-the-clock room service, a minibar, and a pillow menu.

Does Novotel Christchurch Airport have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Novotel Christchurch Airport feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Novotel Christchurch Airport serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Food Exchange.

Does Novotel Christchurch Airport allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Novotel Christchurch Airport.

Are there connecting rooms at Novotel Christchurch Airport?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Novotel Christchurch Airport?

Novotel Christchurch Airport is connected to Christchurch International Airport (CHC).

Are there rooms with balconies at Novotel Christchurch Airport?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Novotel Christchurch Airport.

Novotel Christchurch Airport Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 833 out of 1057 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 173 out of 1057 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 1057 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 1057 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1057 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Megha

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room layout was great. Loved that kids up to 16 could share in existing bedding. Proximity to airport is fantastic. Self check in and check out is great. We also loved the restaurant and offering of gluten free food
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel. Spotless and very modern.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kellie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to car rental and the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xundan, Katy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best hotel we have stayed during our visit to New Zealand. The hotel is modern, clean and the staff is friendly. The hotel restaurant is best place for dinner and breakfast. They also extended our stay till noon with no charge. Walking distance to the terminal.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Level 6 bar needs a really good clean and tidy up. Bar staff were great and attentive
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Amanda

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Close proximity to the airport
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Seamless check in
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Les

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clock did not work
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really convenient and modern hotel. Good staff and the buffet breakfast is a higher standard than most
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the first time we have ever stayed at an airport hotel and was a little worried after a very early morning arrival that the kids would get woken up by flights taking off etc, but nothing! The beds were amazingly comfortable, we all slept in as rooms were well sound proofed, breakfast with a beautiful view was amazing. Great way to start our holiday. Can’t wait to come back
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deba

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

MOHAMMAD, RICHARDSON

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

L M

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Polite, helpful staff. Very clean room, with all the amenities one needs. Comfortable bed/mattress, but large pillows gave me a sore neck. Why do you not supply an option of a softer, flatter one?
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ludi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is definitely a great hotel to stay at! It’s very quiet—you wouldn’t even realize it’s close to the airport. Super convenient, everything is lovely, and the breakfast is also great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Merry

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean & staff was friendly & very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was spotless, food fab and staff couldn’t have been more helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Subash

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Westley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
As is generally the case in New Zealand, the staff is friendly. The hotel was overpriced (especially food and parking), and if you have a rental car, I'd suggest looking at the Sudima literally across the street. They have free parking and are right next to a large shopping center. If you don't have a car or are not into walking, this place might make sense. The restaurant is atrocious. The value is egregious, taste is bland, and the time it takes anything to be done (from food to drinks) is painstaking. The staff are all very friendly, but overwhelmingly ineffective if you're hoping to drink or eat in a reasonable amount of time. The value ia awful as well. You can't even see the burger within the bun. The fries were very good though at least. All in all, the Novotel is very convenient. This can't be discounted. However, if you're willing to walk down to the hotel on the next block, better value and access to food, groceries, etc can be had.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless room, great service 10/10.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025