The Best Hotels Closest to Cathedral Square in Christchurch for 2026

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A modern bedroom with a sofa, a bed, a nightstand, and a hanging light fixture.

A living room with two blue sofas, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A living room with two grey sofas, a small white table, and a dining table with chairs.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining area with chairs and a glass table.

1. Adelphi Motel

Merivale, 1.6 km from Cathedral Square

Christmas

₩115,157

₩132,431 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A row of traditional-style buildings with stone accents and multiple windows, likely part of a hotel or residential complex.

A modern kitchen with a built-in sink, a coffee machine, and a countertop.

A bedroom with a bed, a circular mirror, a small shelf, and a door leading to another room.

A compact kitchen with a sink, countertop, and cabinets. There is a chair and a small table in the adjacent living area.

2. The Elmwood Motel

Merivale, 1.8 km from Cathedral Square

Rosalind

₩136,432

₩156,897 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A cozy room with a purple sofa, wooden flooring, and a brick wall. There are books on a table, a lamp, and a fireplace.

A dining room with a wooden table and chairs, a white lamp, a television on the wall, and a window.

A living room with teal walls, a blue sofa, patterned armchairs, and a flat-screen TV.

A gym with treadmills, an elliptical, and free weights.

3. The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

Christchurch City Centre, 0.6 km from Cathedral Square

Robert

₩205,575

₩236,411 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows overlooking the street.

A modern hotel room with two large beds, a sofa, a bedside table with a phone, and a window with a view of the outside.

A restaurant with blue booths, wooden tables, and chairs.

A modern building with the name 'Mayfair' prominently displayed.

4. The Mayfair

Christchurch City Centre, 1.1 km from Cathedral Square

Brett

₩254,629

₩292,823 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern living room with a wooden accent wall, a teal sofa, a small table, and a chair.

A hotel kitchen with a sink, breakfast items, and a sign with induction cooktop instructions.

5. Quest on Kilmore

Christchurch City Centre, 0.5 km from Cathedral Square

Geoff

₩127,625

₩146,769 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in microwave, and a dishwasher.

A hallway with a door labeled 601 and 602, a framed picture on the wall, and a carpeted floor.

A modern building with a glass facade and a sign reading "QUEST".

A reception area with a wooden counter labeled "QUEST," a seating area with sofas and chairs, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

6. Quest on Cambridge

Christchurch City Centre, 0.5 km from Cathedral Square

Kevin

₩153,150

₩176,123 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern kitchen with a central island, white cabinetry, and a dining area with a glass table and white chairs.

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel sink and a glass dining table.

A modern multi-story hotel with a reception area, parking, and a motorcycle parked in front.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wardrobe, a window with curtains, and a bedside table.

7. Focus Motel And Executive Suites

Christchurch City Centre, 0.7 km from Cathedral Square

Ray

₩133,515

₩153,543 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

An outdoor patio area with wooden tables and chairs, a large umbrella, and a brick wall with greenery.

A pink building with a reception area, steps leading to the entrance, and a sign indicating it is a hotel.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a fruit bowl, and a vase with flowers on the counter.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a fireplace, and a television.

8. The Classic Villa

Christchurch City Centre, 0.6 km from Cathedral Square

LISA

₩234,830

₩270,055 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A narrow forest path flanked by large ferns and trees, leading to a building with a window and a door.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a plant.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, two sofas with patterned cushions, a coffee table, and a large mirror.

9. Sherborne Motor Lodge

Saint Albans, 1.6 km from Cathedral Square

Staci

₩93,592

₩107,631 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A bar area with a neon-lit ceiling, a counter with a marble-like front, and shelves with bottles.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, a green chair, potted plants, and framed pictures on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a sofa with a blue pillow, a dining table with chairs, and a potted plant.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a round table, a TV, and a window with a city view.

10. Christchurch City Hotel

Christchurch City Centre, 0.2 km from Cathedral Square

Jill

₩140,928

₩162,067 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a glass coffee table, and a view of a balcony with a railing.

A building with a covered entrance, a hanging flower arrangement, and a window.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, kitchenette, and a sofa bed.

A modern living room with two beige sofas, a glass coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

11. Lorenzo Motor Lodge

Riccarton, 2.3 km from Cathedral Square

Adam

₩112,654

₩129,552 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, a kettle, and a toaster. There is a sink and a small dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'Baselink Group' sign, large windows, and a corner location with a street view.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, stainless steel appliances, and a large window with curtains.

A view through a window with the word "QUEST" visible, overlooking a hilly landscape with buildings.

12. Quest on Manchester

Christchurch City Centre, 0.8 km from Cathedral Square

Sarah

₩121,244

₩139,431 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern building with a wooden deck, a wheelchair-accessible entrance, and a garden with ferns.

A modern elevator with a metallic finish, adjacent to a staircase with wooden paneling and metal handrails.

A modern interior with a glass staircase leading to a second floor, a visible door, and a lighted wall.

A modern building with a balcony featuring glass railings and metal chairs.

13. 103 Prince of Bealey Motel

Christchurch City Centre, 1.2 km from Cathedral Square

Yuji

₩114,862

₩132,091 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A spacious living area with a large wooden dining table, comfortable seating, a kitchen with a bar, and a view of the city through large windows.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and umbrellas, surrounded by buildings.

A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and a view of the city through the window.

14. Hotel Montreal

Christchurch City Centre, 0.7 km from Cathedral Square

Yinglian

₩293,929

₩338,020 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, and a balcony with a view of the outside.

A reception area with a sign reading "Welcome RECEPTION" and a "TUSCANA MOTOR LODGE" sign above it.

A small kitchenette with a sink, a table with chairs, a clock on the wall, and a view of the outside.

A hotel room with two beds, a window with a view, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall-mounted artwork.

15. Tuscana Motor Lodge

Christchurch City Centre, 1.2 km from Cathedral Square

Maree

₩102,490

₩117,867 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern building with a wooden deck, potted plants, and a clear sky.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a glass coffee table, and a large window with a view of the outside.

A modern office space with a desk, office chair, and a view of a street through large windows.

16. Bealey Plaza Motel

Christchurch City Centre, 1.2 km from Cathedral Square

₩114,862

₩132,091 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A bar area with a curved counter, multiple shelves with bottles, and bar stools.

A modern restaurant interior with high ceilings, pendant lighting, and a mix of wooden and upholstered furniture.

A modern hotel building with a glass facade and the name 'Sudima Hotels' prominently displayed.

A modern spa room with a central hot tub, two massage beds, and a wooden ceiling design.

17. Sudima Christchurch City

Christchurch City Centre, 0.9 km from Cathedral Square

Kelly

₩291,607

₩335,348 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A two-story hotel with a balcony, a patio with outdoor furniture, and a well-maintained garden.

A dining area with white tables and chairs, a white ceiling, and two paintings on the walls.

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chandelier, a window with curtains, and a floral-patterned headboard.

A two-story house with a central entrance, a green roof, and a front porch.

18. The Grange Boutique B & B

Christchurch City Centre, 0.5 km from Cathedral Square

Wendy

₩117,153

₩134,726 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, a bar counter, and a seating area.

The entrance to Carnmore Hotel Christchurch with a modern design, including a glass facade and a clear view of the surrounding area.

A modern hotel reception area with a reception desk, a large potted plant, and a view into the dining area.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

19. Carnmore Hotel Christchurch

Christchurch City Centre, 0.7 km from Cathedral Square

Troy

₩136,657

₩157,156 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A landscaped garden with a paved walkway, surrounded by buildings with multiple windows and a dining area with outdoor seating.

A long table with various food items and drinks, set in a covered area with a patterned floor and large windows.

A resort with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a large building with a distinctive roof.

A corridor with large windows, a tiled floor, and a view of a building outside.

20. Chateau on the Park - Christchurch, a DoubleTree by Hilton

Riccarton, 2 km from Cathedral Square

Mary

₩171,901

₩197,686 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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Compare popular hotels close to Cathedral Square

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Adelphi Motel	10.0 Exceptional 22 reviews	View
The Elmwood Motel	9.8 Exceptional 67 reviews	View
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch	9.6 Exceptional 378 reviews	View
The Mayfair	9.6 Exceptional 342 reviews	View
Quest on Kilmore	9.6 Exceptional 326 reviews	View

Top Cathedral Square Hotel Reviews

Christchurch City Hotel

8/10 Good

"Great central city location. Very clean and overall very quiet. Great rooftop bar as well. No specific amenities but being so central you can pop out and everything is accesible. I wouldve liked a couch in the room and a larger TV but would still stay again."

Quest Cathedral Junction Serviced Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location & rooms large and comfortable"

West Fitzroy Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, secure parking, clean, quiet, no complaints, I’ll be back."

Hotel 115 Christchurch

10/10 Excellent

"We loved staying at this unique property. The location was excellent and we could walk everywhere in Central district. The room was compact but had everything we needed and the bed was very comfortable.'A totally unique location dn experience"

The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, clean rooms and centrally located in the CBD. They also had a nice rooftop bar."

Hotel Give

10/10 Excellent

"It was a good location and I found the staff and facilities to be really good. Comfortable bed and good shower. Having staff at the desk 24 hours a day was also good."

Southwark Hotel & Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"A wonderful stay starting with the front desk staff who were friendly and efficient. Our room was very spacious with two king beds a small dining table and plenty of room to move around. I would suggest booking a parking space when you book your room. I highly recommend it as a place to stay!"

Distinction Christchurch Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent Location, Hospitality everywhere."

Adina Heritage Christchurch

10/10 Excellent

"Location is fantastic, just steps from the lagoon. I paid extra for the "premium king ocean view". That part was weak. The ficus trees block all but 10% of the water. If you're going to book, skip the extra $ for the view. Just not worth it. Otherwise nice place. Elevator be a bit slow during busy times."

Other attractions near Cathedral Square

New Regent Street

8.8/10 (1,110 reviews)

Take a tram ride, go shopping and sit at a café with views of this picturesque pedestrianized street in Christchurch.

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Chalice

8.8/10 (10 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Christchurch when you spend time at Chalice. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

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Christchurch I-SITE

9.0/10 (17 reviews)

After visiting Christchurch I-SITE, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Christchurch. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Tūranga Library

Tūranga Library is just one of the places to see in Christchurch, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this family-friendly area's picturesque gardens, or seek out the local tours.

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Five Lanes at the BNZ Centre

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Five Lanes at the BNZ Centre during your stay in Christchurch. Make time for the stunning cathedral and local tours in this family-friendly area.

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Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre

9.2/10 (26 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre during your trip to Christchurch. Discover the fascinating museums in this family-friendly area, or seek out the local tours.

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Isaac Theatre Royal

7.8/10 (27 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at Isaac Theatre Royal during your trip to Christchurch. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

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The Terrace

9.4/10 (3 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at The Terrace during your trip to Christchurch. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the stunning cathedral in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Cathedral Square?

Cathedral Square is located in a welcoming area of Christchurch that travelers like for its cathedral and shopping. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 849 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Cathedral Square?

Adjacent to Cathedral Square, BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a fitness center. Other good choices close by include Hotel Give and Drifter Christchurch.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Cathedral Square?

Expedia has 849 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Cathedral Square.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cathedral Square, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Cathedral Square.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Cathedral Square?

To find more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Cathedral Square, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Cathedral Square?

Study the collections at Canterbury Museum, Air Force Museum of New Zealand, or Quake City. Riccarton House, Ferrymead Heritage Park, and Library Chambers are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can catch a show at Isaac Theatre Royal, The Piano: Centre for Music and the Arts, and Christchurch Town Hall.

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Our top choices for Cathedral Square hotels

1. Adelphi Motel

2. The Elmwood Motel

3. The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

4. The Mayfair

5. Quest on Kilmore

6. Quest on Cambridge

7. Focus Motel And Executive Suites

8. The Classic Villa

9. Sherborne Motor Lodge

10. Christchurch City Hotel

11. Lorenzo Motor Lodge

12. Quest on Manchester

13. 103 Prince of Bealey Motel

14. Hotel Montreal

15. Tuscana Motor Lodge

16. Bealey Plaza Motel

17. Sudima Christchurch City

18. The Grange Boutique B & B

19. Carnmore Hotel Christchurch

20. Chateau on the Park - Christchurch, a DoubleTree by Hilton

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Top Cathedral Square Hotel Reviews

Christchurch City Hotel

Quest Cathedral Junction Serviced Apartments

West Fitzroy Apartments

Hotel 115 Christchurch

The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel

Hotel Give

Southwark Hotel & Apartments

Distinction Christchurch Hotel

Adina Heritage Christchurch

Other attractions near Cathedral Square

New Regent Street

Chalice

Christchurch I-SITE

Tūranga Library

Five Lanes at the BNZ Centre

Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre

Isaac Theatre Royal

The Terrace

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