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

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

1. Adelphi Motel

Merivale, 1.8 km from Rutherford's Den

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 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.

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a small side table, and a kitchen area with a sink and cabinets.

2. The Elmwood Motel

Merivale, 2 km from Rutherford's Den

Rosalind

₩136,432

₩156,897 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and artwork on the wall.

A modern room with a grey sofa, a small table with chairs, a vase with flowers, and two wall-mounted air conditioning units.

A patio with a wooden fence, a metal table, two metal chairs, and a window with a bed inside.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white countertop, and a backsplash with a mosaic tile design.

3. Golden Star Motel

Riccarton, 2 km from Rutherford's Den

Sarah

₩111,328

₩128,027 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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 gym with treadmills, an elliptical, and free weights.

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

A spacious attic bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, and a dining area.

4. The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

Christchurch City Centre, 0.3 km from Rutherford's Den

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 building with the name 'Mayfair' prominently displayed.

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

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a view of the city through large windows.

5. The Mayfair

Christchurch City Centre, 1.3 km from Rutherford's Den

Brett

₩254,629

₩292,823 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk with two chairs, a TV, a lamp, and a kitchenette.

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

6. Quest on Cambridge

Christchurch City Centre, 0.4 km from Rutherford's Den

Kevin

₩153,150

₩176,123 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

7. Quest on Kilmore

Christchurch City Centre, 1.1 km from Rutherford's Den

Geoff

₩127,625

₩146,769 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a black countertop, stainless steel appliances, and a built-in sink.

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

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

8. Focus Motel And Executive Suites

Christchurch City Centre, 1.2 km from Rutherford's Den

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 bedroom with a large bed, a fireplace, a wooden wardrobe, a desk with a lamp, and a chair.

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

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

9. The Classic Villa

Christchurch City Centre, 0.4 km from Rutherford's Den

LISA

₩234,830

₩270,055 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

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

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.

10. Christchurch City Hotel

Christchurch City Centre, 0.8 km from Rutherford's Den

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 hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with a view of trees.

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

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

11. Lorenzo Motor Lodge

Riccarton, 1.7 km from Rutherford's Den

Adam

₩112,654

₩129,552 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

A modern kitchen with built-in appliances, wooden cabinets, and a grey door.

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

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, and a view of the city.

12. Quest on Manchester

Christchurch City Centre, 1.1 km from Rutherford's Den

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 building with a balcony featuring glass railings and metal chairs.

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

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

13. 103 Prince of Bealey Motel

Christchurch City Centre, 1.6 km from Rutherford's Den

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 central island, bar stools, and a built-in shelving unit.

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, 0.9 km from Rutherford's Den

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 living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a sliding glass door leading 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, 1.5 km from Rutherford's Den

Maree

₩102,490

₩117,867 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

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

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

16. Bealey Plaza Motel

Christchurch City Centre, 1.6 km from Rutherford's Den

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

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, potted plants, and a grey sofa.

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

17. Sudima Christchurch City

Christchurch City Centre, 1.1 km from Rutherford's Den

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 grand staircase with a chandelier, a wooden desk with a mirror, and a red framed artwork on the wall.

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, 0.7 km from Rutherford's Den

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.

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and indoor plants.

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

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

19. Carnmore Hotel Christchurch

Christchurch City Centre, 1.3 km from Rutherford's Den

Troy

₩136,657

₩157,156 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A multi-story hotel with a red-tiled roof, a landscaped front yard, and a large tree providing shade.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, leather sofas, a dining table, and a green rug.

A modern living room with a green sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

20. Roma on Riccarton Motel

Riccarton, 1.7 km from Rutherford's Den

Steve

₩126,859

₩145,888 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

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Compare popular hotels close to Rutherford's Den

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Adelphi Motel	10.0 Exceptional 22 reviews	View
The Elmwood Motel	9.8 Exceptional 67 reviews	View
Golden Star Motel	9.6 Exceptional 455 reviews	View
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch	9.6 Exceptional 378 reviews	View
The Mayfair	9.6 Exceptional 342 reviews	View

Top Rutherford's Den Hotel Reviews

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

10/10 Excellent

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Fable Christchurch

10/10 Excellent

"Great"

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!"

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Rutherford's Den?

Rutherford's Den is located in a welcoming area of Christchurch known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 685 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Rutherford's Den?

Adjacent to Rutherford's Den, Hotel Give 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 within a short distance include BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch and Drifter Christchurch.

How many hotels will I find close to Rutherford's Den?

Expedia has 685 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Rutherford's Den.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Rutherford's Den, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer near Rutherford's Den.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Rutherford's Den?

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What can I see and do near Rutherford's Den?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Canterbury Museum, Air Force Museum of New Zealand, or Quake City. While you're exploring, swing by Riccarton House, Ferrymead Heritage Park, and Nurses' Memorial Chapel to learn a bit about the area. You can catch a show at Isaac Theatre Royal, Christchurch Town Hall, and The Piano: Centre for Music and the Arts.

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Our top choices for Rutherford's Den hotels

1. Adelphi Motel

2. The Elmwood Motel

3. Golden Star Motel

4. The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

5. The Mayfair

6. Quest on Cambridge

7. Quest on Kilmore

8. Focus Motel And Executive Suites

9. The Classic Villa

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. Roma on Riccarton Motel

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Top Rutherford's Den Hotel Reviews

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

Fable Christchurch

Christchurch City Hotel

Quest Cathedral Junction Serviced Apartments

West Fitzroy Apartments

Hotel 115 Christchurch

The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel

Hotel Give

Southwark Hotel & Apartments

Other attractions near Rutherford's Den

Canterbury Museum

Nurses' Memorial Chapel

Christchurch Arts Centre

Robert McDougall Art Gallery

The Arts Centre

Canterbury Earthquake Memorial

Robert Falcon Scott Statue

Christ's College

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