Governors Bay

Christchurch

Popular places to visit

Lyttelton Harbour showing a marina, mountains and a bay or harbor

Lyttelton Harbour

4/5(52 reviews)

Enjoy cafés, markets and boat trips at this scenic European port town, steeped in history and bordered by volcanic hills.

Lyttelton Harbour
Christchurch Botanic Gardens as well as a large group of people

Hagley Park

4.5/5(107 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
Sumner Beach featuring rugged coastline

Sumner Beach

4.5/5(36 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
New Brighton Beach showing surf, a beach and surfing

New Brighton Beach

4/5(46 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(17 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
Visiting this farmers market in Riccarton Bush, just outside of the center of Christchurch is a wonderful way to sample the areas foods and mix with locals.

Riccarton Road

4/5(2 reviews)

During your visit to Christchurch, you can do some window-shopping at Riccarton Road. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Riccarton Road

Things to do

TranzAlpine Train

TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip

￥37,000
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip
Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown

Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown

￥23,941
per adult
Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown
Ōpuke Thermal Pools: Adults-Only Entry with Swim Up Bar

Ōpuke Thermal Pools: Adults-Only Entry with Swim Up Bar

￥5,833
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ōpuke Thermal Pools: Adults-Only Entry with Swim Up Bar
Lake Tekapo

Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch

￥21,765
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo

Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo

￥6,703
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass and Tranzalpine Day Tour

Arthur's Pass Day Tour From Christchurch with TranzAlpine

￥38,306
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Arthur's Pass Day Tour From Christchurch with TranzAlpine
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Governors Bay Hotel Deals

Novotel Christchurch Airport

Novotel Christchurch Airport

4.5 out of 5
30 Durey Road, Christchurch Airport, Christchurch, NZ
The price is ￥22,541 per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
￥22,541
￥25,922 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,008 reviews)
"Great hotel in a great location - if you’re flying from Christchurch airport of course… Only negative - receptionist was surly and unfriendly. Not only at check in but on departure too. Question for her - why are you in a hospitality role?"

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025

Novotel Christchurch Airport
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

3.5 out of 5
165 Cashel Street, Christchurch
The price is ￥6,429 per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
￥6,429
￥7,393 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
"No free parking and Parking is on another street"

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Sudima Christchurch City

Sudima Christchurch City

5 out of 5
47-49 Salisbury Street, Christchurch, Canterbury
The price is ￥17,572 per night from Sep 25 to Sep 26
￥17,572
￥20,208 total
Sep 25 - Sep 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (466 reviews)
Sudima Christchurch
"Clean comfortable beds in a modern hotel. We enjoyed Sudima hotels around NZ."

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025

Sudima Christchurch City
Hotel Give

Hotel Give

3.5 out of 5
12 Hereford Street, Christchurch
The price is ￥5,767 per night from Sep 25 to Sep 26
￥5,767
￥6,632 total
Sep 25 - Sep 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Clean comfortable great location
"Great value, Great location, gardens across the road, excellent shared kitchen facilities. Modern clean rooms. Comfortable beds, luggage storage offered. Only downfall is thin walls. Would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on Sep 19, 2025

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Rydges Latimer Christchurch

Rydges Latimer Christchurch

4.5 out of 5
30 Latimer Square, Christchurch, Canterbury
The price is ￥15,461 per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
￥15,461
￥17,780 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent property & so well located! Everything is within walking distance. Loved Rydges Latimer & Christchurch"

Reviewed on Aug 25, 2025

Rydges Latimer Christchurch
Sudima Christchurch Airport

Sudima Christchurch Airport

4.5 out of 5
550 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch
The price is ￥18,549 per night from Sep 26 to Sep 27
￥18,549
￥21,331 total
Sep 26 - Sep 27
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,038 reviews)
"Not as nice a room as I have had previous stays. Obviously cost cutting as toilet paper poor quality and no biscuits to have with a cuppa after a late flight."

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025

Sudima Christchurch Airport
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Other neighborhoods around Governors Bay

This stunning climb gives great views of Christchurch and the surrounding areas. Its so beautiful that even the sheep stop to enjoy the scenery. #troveon #sugarloaf #christchurch #newzealand #southisland #hills

Cashmere

5/5(4 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the mountain views and gardens in Cashmere. You might want to make time for a stop at Clearwater Golf Resort or Port Hills.

Cashmere
Lyttelton

Lyttelton

You'll enjoy the sandy beaches and museums in Lyttelton. You might want to make time for a stop at Lyttelton Harbour or Lyttelton Farmers Market.

Lyttelton
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Halswell

While there might not be top attractions in Halswell, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Air Force Museum of New Zealand and Christchurch Adventure Park.

Halswell
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Sydenham

2.5/5(3 area reviews)

Sydenham is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like The Colombo and Science Alive.

Sydenham
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Waltham

While Waltham might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Riverside Market and Cashel Mall.

Waltham
Christchurch featuring interior views and shopping

Woolston

You'll enjoy the restaurants and gardens in Woolston. You might want to make time for a stop at The Tannery or Caddyshack City.

Woolston

Governors Bay