Papanui

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

€151
per adult
Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram

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

€22
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

€242
per adult
Full Day Arthurs Pass Tour with Tranzalpine Train in New Zealand
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass and Tranzalpine Day Tour

From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass and Tranzalpine Day Tour

€242
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass and Tranzalpine Day Tour
Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch

Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown

€211
per adult
Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown
Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission

Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission

€22
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission
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Top hotels in Papanui

Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch
Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch
5 out of 5
39 Meadow Strêt, Papanui, Christchurch
The price is €56 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
€56
includes taxes & fees
25 Mar - 26 Mar
Stay at this 5-star luxury holiday park in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an area shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (885 reviews)
"Very cool place to stay clean and tidy easy to deal with the staff first time stay so would stay again"

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2025

Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch
Hotel Elms Christchurch, Ascend Hotel Collection
Hotel Elms Christchurch, Ascend Hotel Collection
4 out of 5
456 Papanui Road, Christchurch
The price is €76 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
€76
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (637 reviews)
"Rooms and beds were very comfortable and well equipped, only complaint was one of our rooms smelled of stale cigarette smoke, which was unpleasant. However staff were very helpful and neutralised it as best they could with air freshener. Early morning was very noisy with guests using bathrooms above ..."

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2025

Hotel Elms Christchurch, Ascend Hotel Collection
Novotel Christchurch Airport
Novotel Christchurch Airport
4.5 out of 5
30 Durey Road, Christchurch Airport, Christchurch, NZ
The price is €148 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
€148
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 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! (922 reviews)
"Nice hotel beside the Airport so very convenient. Rooftop restaurant had great food. Surprisingly quiet."

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2025

Novotel Christchurch Airport
Fable Christchurch
Fable Christchurch
4.5 out of 5
166 Gloucester Street, Christchurch
The price is €112 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
€112
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Very pleasant staff"

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2025

Fable Christchurch
Sudima Christchurch Airport
Sudima Christchurch Airport
4.5 out of 5
550 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch
The price is €101 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
€101
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Very comfortable for the price"

Reviewed on 10 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 €61 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
€61
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Property is in a great spot but the room was so tiny and no privacy from the bathroom"

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2025

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
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Other neighbourhoods around Papanui

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Merivale

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

Travellers come to Merivale for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Merivale Mall and Papanui Road while you're in town.

Merivale
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Saint Albans

4.5/5(9 area reviews)

Saint Albans is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Papanui Road and Bealey Avenue while in the area.

Saint Albans
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Burnside

4.5/5(26 area reviews)

Travellers come to Burnside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre and Russley Golf Club while you're in town.

Burnside
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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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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
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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