Burnside

Christchurch

Popular places to visit

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
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
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
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
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
Mona Vale showing a park and a pond

Mona Vale

4/5(5 reviews)

Stroll around idyllic riverside gardens filled with roses, irises and other plantings and take a break on the lush green lawns at this public park.

Mona Vale

Things to do

Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown

Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown

€145
per adult
Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown
Mountain view in christchurch

Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train

€229
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train
Lake Tekapo

Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch

€148
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
5-Day Great Southern Circle Tour from Christchurch

5-Day Great Southern Circle Tour from Christchurch

€1,083
per adult
5-Day Great Southern Circle Tour from Christchurch
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass and Tranzalpine Day Tour

From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass and Tranzalpine Day Tour

€232
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
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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 €95 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
€95
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
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! (1,005 reviews)
"The place is kept very clean, staff are very friendly. The electrical gadgets are exceptional, the only drawback is l arrived very early for my stay with three kids and an infant, l felt l could have been accommodated better. Overly l enjoyed my short stay there."

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2025

Airport Gateway Motor Lodge
Commodore Airport Hotel
Commodore Airport Hotel
4.5 out of 5
449 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch
The price is €148 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
€148
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 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)
"Very nice hotel"

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2025

Commodore Airport Hotel
Airport Christchurch Motel
Airport Christchurch Motel
4.5 out of 5
55 Roydvale Avenue, Burnside, Christchurch
The price is €113 per night from 25 Apr to 26 Apr
€113
includes taxes & fees
25 Apr - 26 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! (494 reviews)
"Excellent hotel for airport travellers. Spacious, well maintained, and clean. Friendly and helpful staff and airport shuttle service. Great value for money."

Reviewed on 16 Mar 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 €163 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
€163
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
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! (939 reviews)
"Proximity to the airport was great"

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2025

Novotel Christchurch Airport
Sudima Christchurch Airport
Sudima Christchurch Airport
4.5 out of 5
550 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch
The price is €108 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
€108
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
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! (1,007 reviews)
High class experience
"There wasn’t a single bad thing about staying here and I’ve stayed at a ton of hotels! They are very flexible with giving you a shuttle to and from the airport when you need it. Everything was clean and modern. They even upgraded our room and gave us free drinks. Truly a high class experience. Great ..."

Reviewed on 23 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 €54 per night from 16 Apr to 17 Apr
€54
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr
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! (1,006 reviews)
"Good location and close to intercity bus depot"

Reviewed on 21 Mar 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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