What makes it 79% Couple-Friendly: Art-filled corridors, rooftop bar and lobby terrace give intimate vibe; stroll 8 min to romantic Avon River punting and Botanic Gardens; rooms only have showers, no spa or tub for two.
Christchurch International Airport: 11.0 km (22 mins drive)
Taxi or shuttle to airport in about 22 mins.
Christchurch Railway Station: 4.7 km (10 mins drive)
Drive or rideshare to the station in about 10 mins.
Cathedral Square: 320m (4 min walk)
Historic plaza with cafes and public art at the city center.
Tip: Join one of the free walking tours that start here.
Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū: 750m (9 min walk)
New Zealand's largest public art collection showcasing local and international works.
Tip: Visit on Wednesday evening when opening hours extend until 9 PM.
Punting on the Avon: 920m (12 min walk)
Scenic guided punt rides along the Avon River through the Botanic Gardens.
Tip: Book a morning slot for calmer waters and fewer crowds.
Complimentary Wi-Fi:
Free high-speed wireless internet in rooms and public areas.
Fitness Centre Access:
Complimentary access to a nearby fitness facility a 5-minute walk away.
Lobby Terrace:
Outdoor terrace off the lobby with seating and city views.
Luggage Storage:
Free luggage storage at the front desk.
Safe Deposit Box:
Complimentary use of a secure safe deposit box at reception.
Breakfast:
Cooked-to-order breakfast available daily from 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM for an additional fee.

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The Muse has the unfortunate aspect if sharing their premise with a rooftop bar. To try and sleep, I resorted to wearing noise cancelling headphones, yet could still hear the thumping beat of the music long into the night. I can’t see this premise lasting the distance until they decide what their function is. A night club- or a place to rest after a fun time in CHCH. Someone has to make a busines...
Caylum Hudson
Perfect location, close to everything including the bus interchange, heat pump in my room wasn't working which is why it's not 5 stars, but it came with a wall heater to use, overall good experience:)
Cath Jacobs
There was no hot water so it was a cold shower for me. I noticed in 2024 on Trip Advisor the hotel management responded to a comment about no hot water saying it's something they are fixing. This is clearly a long term issue. Nobody also bothered to make up the room (i stayed 2 nights). Striking this hotel off my list to stay at again! The only positive of this place was the cafe downstairs - sta...
John Richardson
I don't think this is a good choice if travelling for business. The wifi is slow-to-crawling, I had to use phone data as a hotspot to email. Aircon doesn't stay on, so you have to keep getting up to keep the room at any kind of temperature. There's no on-site restaurant - that is to say there's a rooftop bar that isn't connected to the hotel. So there's no room service for a working dinner, and...
Estelle Clifford
Stayed here ahead of an event. Room was nice, bed super comfy. Great view back to Port Hills. However, staff never alerted us that the water was being turned off early hours of the morning, only discovered when we got up to shower. Called to reception who then informed us that they had anticipated it being back on by 8am… it was now 8.30am. We ended up leaving at 9am seeking showers elsewhere. Poo...
Address: 159 Manchester Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand
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Take the airport shuttle or a taxi from Christchurch International Airport; it’s about an 11 km (22 mins drive) to the hotel.
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