Governors Bay Travel Guide

Christchurch

Popular places to visit

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Lyttelton Harbour

4/5(23 reviews)

Enjoy cafés, markets and boat trips at this scenic European port town, steeped in history and bordered by volcanic hills.

Lyttelton Harbour
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Sumner Beach

4.5/5(23 reviews)

The main beach in the seaside retreat of Sumner is an idyllic place to spend a day in the sun away from the centre of Christchurch.

Sumner Beach
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New Brighton Beach

4/5(11 reviews)

Surf, spot birdlife, walk across wild sand dunes and shop for handmade goods at a weekly market at this sandy beach and coastal suburb.

New Brighton Beach
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Hagley Park

4.5/5(53 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Hagley Park, a lovely green space in Christchurch. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.

Hagley Park
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Christchurch Gondola

4.5/5(26 reviews)

Cruise past shimmering blue lakes and snow-capped mountains on your way to the top of Mount Cavendish.

Christchurch Gondola
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Cathedral Square

4.5/5(3 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Christchurch when you stop by Cathedral Square. Visit the cathedral in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Cathedral Square

Top hotels in Governors Bay

Õtoromiro Hotel
Õtoromiro Hotel
3.5 out of 5
52 Main Road, Christchurch
The price is ₹6,092 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
₹6,092
₹7,025 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Stay at this 3.5-star inn in Christchurch. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Lyttelton Harbour and Port Hills are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (117 reviews)
"A unique place to stay. A renovated pub with nice pool. Great area to explore."

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

Õtoromiro Hotel
Novotel Christchurch Airport
Novotel Christchurch Airport
4.5 out of 5
30 Durey Road, Christchurch Airport, Christchurch, NZ
The price is ₹11,354 per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
₹11,354
₹13,057 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (783 reviews)
Great stay here!
"Awesome stay, very helpful staff on reception with wake up calls for early flights from the airport! Perfect place to stay. Lovely rooms."

Reviewed on 12 Nov 2024

Novotel Christchurch Airport
BreakFree on Cashel, an Accor hotel
BreakFree on Cashel, an Accor hotel
3 out of 5
165 Cashel Street, Christchurch
The price is ₹7,125 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
₹7,125
₹8,194 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Great location though rooms were small and the electrics were terrible. The outlets would only work if you plugged in things at a very specific angle and had to call reception since the lights wouldn’t turn off and they had to bang on the electrical panel to get them to work telling me there were ..."

Reviewed on 12 Nov 2024

BreakFree on Cashel, an Accor hotel
Fable Christchurch
Fable Christchurch
4.5 out of 5
166 Gloucester Street, Christchurch
The price is ₹7,497 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
₹7,497
₹8,621 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Staff were exceptional and went out of their way to support what we needed."

Reviewed on 12 Nov 2024

Fable Christchurch
Sudima Christchurch Airport
Sudima Christchurch Airport
4.5 out of 5
550 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch
The price is ₹9,675 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
₹9,675
₹11,126 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,012 reviews)
"The staff were super helpful. We were able to store bags there before our check-in."

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2024

Sudima Christchurch Airport
Carnmore Hotel Christchurch
Carnmore Hotel Christchurch
4 out of 5
840 Colombo St, Christchurch, Canterbury
The price is ₹8,941 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
₹8,941
₹10,283 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (543 reviews)
"Great hotel in Christchurch.. close to everything… quiet.. clean.. great restaurant and room service! Excellent hotel!!!"

Reviewed on 12 Nov 2024

Carnmore Hotel Christchurch
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Other neighbourhoods around Governors Bay

Lyttelton

Lyttelton

You'll enjoy the sandy beaches and museums in Lyttelton. You might want to make time for a stop at Lyttelton Harbour or Lyttelton Farmers Market.

Lyttelton
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Halswell

Halswell might not have many top sights, but Air Force Museum of New Zealand and Christchurch Adventure Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Halswell
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Sydenham

3/5(1 area review)

Sydenham is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like The Colombo and Science Alive.

Sydenham
Christchurch featuring interior views and shopping

Woolston

You'll enjoy the restaurants and gardens in Woolston. You might want to make time for a stop at The Tannery or Caddyshack City.

Woolston
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Addington

4/5(5 area reviews)

Unique features of Addington include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Orangetheory Stadium or Addington Raceway while you're exploring the area.

Addington
Cave Rock showing caves

Sumner

If you're spending some time in Sumner, Sumner Beach and Cave Rock are top sights worth seeing.

Sumner

Governors Bay Travel Guide