Drifter Christchurch

3.5 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Cathedral Square

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Lunch and dinner served
Family Loft Suite with Queen and Bunk | Living area | Books
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Property amenity
Fitness facility
When you stay at Drifter Christchurch, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Hagley Park and Lyttelton Harbour. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Rambler, which serves lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge and a terrace are other highlights.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Library
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (5)

  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
The current price is AED 342
AED 393 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5

Room options

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Superior Queen Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Digital channels
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium King Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Queen Room with Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Digital channels
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Family Loft Suite with Queen and Bunk

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Loft Suite with Two Queen Rooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premium Private Suite - 8 Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Mobile key entry
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

Premium Private Female Suite - 8 Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Mobile key entry
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

Private Suite - 4 Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Detached private bathroom
Mobile key entry
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

Private Suite - 8 Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Mobile key entry
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Digital channels
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
96 Lichfield St, Christchurch, Canterbury, 8011

What's nearby

  • Cathedral Square - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Hagley Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Christchurch Casino - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Christchurch Botanic Gardens - 7 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 23 min drive
  • Christchurch Railway Station - 10 min drive
  • Rolleston Station - 18 min drive
  • Rangiora Station - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪C1 Espresso - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Smash Palace - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Akin - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Joe's Garage - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kebab Masters - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Drifter Christchurch

When you stay at Drifter Christchurch, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Hagley Park and Lyttelton Harbour. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Rambler, which serves lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge and a terrace are other highlights.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 95 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Guests are required to download the property's Goki mobile app before check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Pilates classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Evening entertainment
  • Pool table

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Rooftop garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 63
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Mobile key entry

Special features

Dining

Rambler - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 percent

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for NZD 28 per night

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

National rating

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

Also known as

Drifter Christchurch Christchurch
Drifter Christchurch Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does Drifter Christchurch offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Drifter Christchurch does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Drifter Christchurch?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Drifter Christchurch?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Drifter Christchurch.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Drifter Christchurch?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Drifter Christchurch?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Christchurch Casino (17-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at Drifter Christchurch and nearby?

Onsite recreation at Drifter Christchurch includes fitness classes, Pilates, and yoga. Drifter Christchurch also has a 24-hour fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near Drifter Christchurch?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Rambler.

What's the area around Drifter Christchurch like?

Drifter Christchurch is in Christchurch City Centre, a short 12-minute walk from Hagley Park and 5 minutes' walk from Riverside Market.

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