Novotel Christchurch Airport  

Just outside Christchurch’s international and domestic terminals, this 4.5-star Christchurch airport hotel sits minutes from the International Antarctic Centre and a short drive to the University of Canterbury. It’s close to Russley and Harewood golf clubs and Omarino Wine Park, and about 9 km from the city centre. Ideal for layovers, early flights and meetings.

The hotel offers 200 modern, air-conditioned rooms across five levels. Floor-to-ceiling glass frames sweeping views over the airport precinct and the Southern Alps. Rooms include minibars, refrigerators, smart TVs, safes and private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries. The décor is contemporary and ergonomic, with multiple lounge areas and a 24-hour front desk.

Top-floor restaurant and bar overlook the runway and mountains and feature a live kitchen. A ground-floor coffee bar serves early brews and healthy bites from 4am–4pm. There’s a 24-hour fitness centre and well-equipped gym, complimentary wired and wireless internet, 24-hour room service, concierge, paid parking, laundry and dry cleaning. Expect runway views and clear mountain outlooks at sunrise.

Versatile conference and event spaces suit corporate meetings, team building and gala dinners. On-site business centre, express check-out and event support. Complimentary wired and wireless high-speed internet keeps teams connected.

An on-site top-floor restaurant serves international cuisine from an open live kitchen with East and West stations—think curries and naan, steamed dumplings and wok stir-fries, plus grilled cuts. A ground-floor coffee bar offers freshly brewed coffee and healthy options early in the day. Buffet breakfast is available (5:00–10:00 for a fee), with bar service and 24-hour room service rounding out the options. Local Canterbury and South Island wines are featured alongside international choices.