Carnmore Hotel Christchurch

4.0 star property

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Bar (on property)
Front of property
Twin Studio | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Reception
Executive Studio | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Bar

Explore the area

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840 Colombo St, Christchurch, Canterbury, 8013
  • Place, Christchurch Casino
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Cathedral Square
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Hagley Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

King Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(148 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Executive Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Accessible King Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Executive Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free Wi-Fi

King Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Carnmore Hotel Christchurch

This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include self parking, concierge services and dry cleaning.
Carnmore Hotel Christchurch offers 88 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. 32-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Christchurch hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Carnmore Hotel Christchurch's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Christchurch Town Hall. Free WiFi in public areas, a restaurant and a bar are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • Guests have great things to say about the central location and the restaurant
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Christchurch Casino and Cathedral Square
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Carnmore Hotel Christchurch also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Christchurch hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
The Hoi Polloi Bistro – On-site bistro.
The Hoi Polloi Bar – On-site bar. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (NZD 20 per day)
  • Parking on site (NZD 25 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 32 for adults and NZD 16 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Hoi Polloi Bar
  • The Hoi Polloi Bistro

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 10 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately NZD 32 for adults and from NZD 16 for children
  • Self-parking fee: NZD 25 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: NZD 20 per day (164 ft away)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. The credit card used when booking the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo ID. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Carnmore Hotel Christchurch Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 595 out of 895 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 245 out of 895 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 895 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 895 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 895 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Yes lovely room good amenities shops near by
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
hotel was nice, breakfast good, and the location very good. Staff was excellent and there was plenty of free parking on the street.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teruyo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, staff, location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very relaxing atmosphere
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean room, staff great and a lovely breakfast that wasn't lukewarm
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

robert Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Short stay. Nice room and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Particularly helpful staff, esp the Manager and desk staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lily

Location, room condition & front desk service!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ying

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are clean and comfortable and staff are helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless room, helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff. 24hr reception (useful to check out for early flight) all good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Lynette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Free parking on Salisbury Street, quiet room, staff were friendly and 10 minute walk to the city centre.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Alvin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room good staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern and clean hotel, well positioned on the edge of the CBD.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

AJITH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent and helpful reception staff espe ially trainee
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Noirin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean, quiet and had everything we needed. The staff were helpful and welcoming. The breakfast buffet offered a good range of options. Cathedral Square was about a 15 minute walk from the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

NICOLA

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, v clean and comfortable with all the amenities we needed. We managed to park outside with no charge. Staff were really welcoming (English lady Came from Bath in UK). Excellent stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent location. Quiet rooms. The staff were very nice. Would stay here again. Highly recommend if planning a trip to Christchurch
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Altaf Hussain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a pleasant stay. The staff is very friendly and helped us with all our requests. The hotel room was clean and had a nice comfy bed. Also very close to the town center. I’d certainly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nikos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location, a short walk from the all the beautiful sights in the heart of town. The staff was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious, clean room, great bathroom and toiletries. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and specious, the staff was very friendly. The bistro was open on Christmas eve snd Christmas day.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zwe Wint

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with nice and clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, clean & fresh, local produce led dining. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ange

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A perfect place for an overnight stay in Christchurch
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025