Burnside

Christchurch

Popular places to visit

Sumner Beach showing rugged coastline

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
Lyttelton Harbour featuring a bay or harbour, mountains and a marina

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
New Brighton Beach featuring surf, a beach and surfing

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
Botanic Gardens as well as a large group of people

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
Christchurch which includes street scenes

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
Christchurch Gondola showing mountains and a gondola

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

Things to do

Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown

Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown

€146
per adult
Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass Guided Day Trip with Lunch

From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass Guided Day Trip with Lunch

€106
per adult
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass Guided Day Trip with Lunch
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass and Tranzalpine Day Tour

From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass and Tranzalpine Day Tour

€234
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass and Tranzalpine Day Tour
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram

Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram

€21
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram
Full Day Arthurs Pass Tour with Tranzalpine Train in New Zealand

Full Day Arthurs Pass Tour with Tranzalpine Train in New Zealand

€234
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Arthurs Pass Tour with Tranzalpine Train in New Zealand
Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch

Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown

€205
per adult
Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown
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Top hotels in Burnside

Airport Gateway Motor Lodge
Airport Gateway Motor Lodge
3.5 out of 5
45 Roydvale Avenue, Burnside, Christchurch
The price is €89 per night from 1 May to 2 May
€89
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
hotel near Christchurch airport.
"For an airport hotel it was surprising. The rooms were large with kitchenett and large bathroom with a great shower. Lots of space and exceptionally clean, bed very large and comfortable. Restaurant was excellent and food not only very tasty but also not badly priced. They had a free shuttle bus ..."

Reviewed on 1 Apr 2025

Airport Gateway Motor Lodge
Commodore Airport Hotel
Commodore Airport Hotel
4.5 out of 5
449 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch
The price is €147 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
€147
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"Great stop hotel before heading out on our two week journey. Awesome pool, quality restaurant, amazing staff. I recommend this place."

Reviewed on 2 Apr 2025

Commodore Airport Hotel
Airport Christchurch Motel
Airport Christchurch Motel
4.5 out of 5
55 Roydvale Avenue, Burnside, Christchurch
The price is €112 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
€112
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star business-friendly motel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (498 reviews)
"Very friendly staff."

Reviewed on 2 Apr 2025

Airport Christchurch Motel
Novotel Christchurch Airport
Novotel Christchurch Airport
4.5 out of 5
30 Durey Road, Christchurch Airport, Christchurch, NZ
The price is €139 per night from 3 May to 4 May
€139
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (954 reviews)
"As with most people I am sure, this was a convenient stay before catching a flight. Room was clean and comfortable. Dinner was ok, nothing special and a good breakfast. We asked for some poached eggs as the scrambled eggs looked like they had been there a while!"

Reviewed on 1 Apr 2025

Novotel Christchurch Airport
Sudima Christchurch Airport
Sudima Christchurch Airport
4.5 out of 5
550 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch
The price is €123 per night from 4 May to 5 May
€123
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Would recommend
"Good place to stay before flying home"

Reviewed on 31 Mar 2025

Sudima Christchurch Airport
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
3.5 out of 5
165 Cashel Street, Christchurch
The price is €52 per night from 2 May to 3 May
€52
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Centrally located for shopping, transport and activities."

Reviewed on 1 Apr 2025

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
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Other neighbourhoods around Burnside

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Ilam

Ilam is well liked for its bars. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Christchurch area, you might plan a trip to Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre or Bush Inn Centre.

Ilam
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Papanui

Unique features of Papanui include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Northlands Shopping Centre or Papanui Road while you're exploring the area.

Papanui
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Fendalton

Travellers like the historical sites in Fendalton, and Riccarton House is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Fendalton
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Upper Riccarton

4/5(5 area reviews)

Upper Riccarton is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Riccarton Road and Bush Inn Centre.

Upper Riccarton
International Antarctic Centre featuring interior views

Christchurch Airport

While Christchurch Airport may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like International Antarctic Centre and McLean's Island Golf Club.

Christchurch Airport
Mona Vale which includes a park

Riccarton

4.5/5(28 area reviews)

Riccarton is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Westfield Riccarton Mall and Riccarton Road.

Riccarton

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