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A spacious lobby with patterned floor tiles, a chandelier, and two leather armchairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a vase of flowers, a chair, and a lamp.

A hotel lobby with patterned flooring, a reception desk, seating area, and a chandelier.

A banquet hall with round tables, white tablecloths, and chairs.

1. Wigram Hotel

Wigram

Fiona

$83 nightly

$97 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with a bed, a small bedside table, a mirror, an air conditioning unit, and a door leading to another room.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and a bowl of fruit on a table.

A hotel with a balcony, a sign indicating an exit, and a parking area with flowers.

A two-story building with a parking lot, a white car parked in front, and a balcony with a railing.

2. Cranford Oak Motel

Saint Albans

Paul

$60 nightly

$70 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

Total with taxes and fees

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a covered seating area, and a view of a building with a distinctive architectural design.

A modern interior with leather armchairs, a wall sign reading 'Halswells Dining Place Since 1863', and a wooden floor.

A wooden box with luxury hot chocolate and organic chocolate bars, a white electric kettle, and a tray with glasses and a water bottle.

A bar area with multiple seating options, a counter with a bartender, and televisions mounted on the wall.

3. The Halswell Accommodation

Halswell

Anne

$51 nightly

$59 total

Oct 10 - Oct 11

Total with taxes and fees

A building with a large tree in the front yard, a white exterior, and a balcony with railings.

A building entrance with a green canopy labeled "RACEWAY".

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the outside.

A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a concrete deck.

4. Raceway Motel

Addington

Julia

$57 nightly

$66 total

Oct 28 - Oct 29

Total with taxes and fees

A modern interior with a bar area, large potted plants, and a view through large windows.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small armchair, a bedside table, and a floor lamp.

A modern building with large windows, a prominent sign, and a mix of architectural styles.

5. Drifter Christchurch

Christchurch City Centre

Scott

$73 nightly

$85 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

Total with taxes and fees

A modern building with a 'Garden Hotel' sign and a 'garden bar cafe' sign.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a sink, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area, and a television mounted on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a large window with curtains, and a view of the outside.

6. Garden Hotel Christchurch

Shirley

Abigail Lois

$69 nightly

$79 total

Oct 15 - Oct 16

Total with taxes and fees

A cozy room with a purple sofa, wooden flooring, and a brick wall. There are books on a table, a lamp, and a fireplace.

A living room with teal walls, a blue sofa, patterned armchairs, and a flat-screen TV.

A dining room with a wooden table and chairs, a white lamp, a television on the wall, and a window.

A gym with treadmills, an elliptical, and free weights.

7. The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

Christchurch City Centre

Michael

$131 nightly

$153 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

Total with taxes and fees

A bar area with a neon-lit ceiling, a counter with a marble-like front, and shelves with bottles.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, a green chair, potted plants, and framed pictures on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a sofa with a blue pillow, a dining table with chairs, and a potted plant.

8. Christchurch City Hotel

Christchurch City Centre

Jill

$97 nightly

$112 total

Oct 10 - Oct 11

Total with taxes and fees

A modern reception area with a receptionist, wooden paneling, and a unique ceiling design.

A modern bar area with seating and a bar counter.

A modern building with a unique architectural design, surrounded by other urban structures and greenery.

A modern restaurant with multiple dining areas, each equipped with tables, chairs, and ambient lighting.

9. Crowne Plaza Christchurch by IHG

Christchurch City Centre

Phuong

$142 nightly

$163 total

Oct 16 - Oct 17

Total with taxes and fees

A modern building with multiple balconies, a covered entrance, and a parking area.

A room with a large window, a table with a vase of flowers, and two chairs.

An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, stone pillars, and umbrellas.

A bar area with wooden flooring, leather seating, and a bar counter with a variety of bottles.

10. Rydges Latimer Christchurch

Christchurch City Centre

Tracey

$127 nightly

$146 total

Oct 3 - Oct 4

Total with taxes and fees

A modern building with multiple floors, large windows, and a visible restaurant named 'Accor Live Limitless'.

A modern bar area with a counter, bar stools, and a variety of bottles. Tables with chairs are arranged in the dining area.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a TV screen.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a window with a view, and a bedside table with a lamp.

11. BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

Christchurch City Centre

Emma

$44 nightly

$51 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Total with taxes and fees

An outdoor patio area with wooden tables and chairs, a large umbrella, and a brick wall with greenery.

A pink building with a reception area, steps leading to the entrance, and a sign indicating it is a hotel.

A bedroom with a large bed, a fireplace, a wooden wardrobe, a desk with a lamp, and a chair.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a fruit bowl, and a vase with flowers on the counter.

12. The Classic Villa

Christchurch City Centre

LISA

$134 nightly

$156 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

Total with taxes and fees

A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living room with a sofa and a coffee table.

A modern kitchen with a central island, dining table, and chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a lamp.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, balconies, and a parking area.

13. Airport Christchurch Motel

Burnside

Simon

$82 nightly

$94 total

Sep 29 - Sep 30

Total with taxes and fees

A room with a red sofa, a wooden coffee table with a magazine and remote control, and large windows offering a view of a street and trees.

A breakfast buffet with bowls of cereal, fruits, and beverages on a wooden board.

A hotel with a central dome, multiple floors, and a visible reception area.

A hotel room with a bed, a red chair, and a balcony with a view of a park.

14. Parkview On Hagley

Riccarton

Hyewon

$45 nightly

$53 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

Total with taxes and fees

A landscaped garden with a paved walkway, surrounded by buildings with multiple windows and a dining area with outdoor seating.

A resort with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a large building with a distinctive roof.

A large house with a covered patio, a lawn, and a garden.

A corridor with large windows, a tiled floor, and a view of a building outside.

15. Chateau on the Park - Christchurch, a DoubleTree by Hilton

Riccarton

Mary

$129 nightly

$149 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

A modern motel with a sign indicating it is the Airport Palms Motel.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a coffee maker. There is a dining area with a black table and chairs, and a vase with flowers on the table.

A street view of a motel with two-story buildings, a clear directional arrow on the road, and a sign indicating the entrance to the Airport Palms Motel.

A living room with a sofa, a chair, a dining table, and a lamp.

16. Airport Palms Motel

Burnside

Wilson

$82 nightly

$96 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

Total with taxes and fees

A modern building with multiple floors, a staircase, and a parking lot.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a vase with flowers, and a dark wooden door.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a dining table with chairs, a coffee table, and a kitchen area with a microwave and cabinets.

A modern kitchen with white countertops, a coffee maker, a kettle, and a dishwasher.

17. 2 on Whiteleigh and 239 on Lincoln Motel

Addington

Karen

$85 nightly

$100 total

Oct 28 - Oct 29

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

A modern building with a sign for a recruitment network, surrounded by well-maintained landscaping and a paved walkway.

A reception area with a modern design, including a glass door entrance and a sign above it.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a skylight.

18. Southwark Hotel & Apartments

Christchurch City Centre

Matiu

$77 nightly

$89 total

Oct 26 - Oct 27

Total with taxes and fees

A modern hotel lobby with red chairs, a large clock, and multiple hanging pendant lights.

A brick building with arched windows and a balcony with potted plants.

A dark wooden desk with drawers, a vase with flowers, a lamp, and a flat-screen TV on the wall.

A modern interior with a staircase, a decorative statue, and an elevator.

19. Hotel 115 Christchurch

Christchurch City Centre

Elgan

$96 nightly

$112 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with a large scenic wall mural, a TV mounted on the wall, a bar area with stools, and a seating area with a chair and a small table.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, a large window, and a mural of a mountain landscape.

A dining area with a table and chairs, a potted plant, and a large beach mural on the wall.

A motel reception building with a brick facade, large windows, and a sign above the entrance.

20. Northwood Motor Lodge

Northwood

Miranda

$71 nightly

$83 total

Sep 29 - Sep 30

Total with taxes and fees

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Top Diamond Harbour Hotel Reviews

Commodore Airport Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful place to stay staff were lovely and helpful, would have liked to stay longer"

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

8/10 Good

"Clean Room, courteous Staff."

Sudima Christchurch Airport

8/10 Good

"Location was great by the airport with small mall nearby."

Christchurch City Hotel

8/10 Good

"Thank you to the entire team at Christchurch City Hotel and helping to make our first trip to Christchurch a lovely stay. The room was lovely with an amazing view of the square, streets and surrounding buildings. The reception staff were wonderful and so friendly. The house keeping staff were lovely, super polite and kept our room at a high standard. We appreciated the brief chats at the front desk and considered you are all ambassadors to your hotel and indeed the Christchurch CBD. Everything you needed was a short walking distance. My husband spent a fair amount of time in the room and said he wished there was a comfortable lounge seat to relax in. The seating wasn’t comfy and the only alternative was the bed which wasn’t comfortable to sit on for long periods of time. The only grumble we had was our experience in the bar on our first night. The Asian barman was rude and really pretentious. My husband informed him we weren’t dining and he was handed a food menu with the drinks menu’s. My husband politely repeated we weren’t dining and the barman retorted “I know” and took the menu back. When we ordered drinks he brought them back and said “I hope I got that right” and my husband replied “so do I”. It was an uncomfortable exchange and I was super proud that my husband maintained his composure because I can assure you he was fuming. We left after finishing our drink. Not a great start to our stay but thankfully the rest of the staff were amazing. Thank you again guys."

West Fitzroy Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"The apartment is well located in the city center. Being our first welcoming stay for our first NZ trip, we received a fabulous experience by the friendly and helpful staffs, the staying condition is pleasant, and the amenities suite our needs very well. I would say, this apartment will be our first choice when we visit Christchurch anytime in the future."

Chateau on the Park - Christchurch, a DoubleTree by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Nice clean spacious room. Food above average too. Front desk staff friendly but dinning staff not so much. Room for improvement there."

Bealey Quarter

10/10 Excellent

"It’s a cheap place to stay with all the necessities you need for a comfortable stay in Christchurch."

Carnmore Hotel Christchurch

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel in central Christchurch. Everything was in easy walking distance, hotel itself was well presented and comfortable and staff were really helpful and friendly."

Hotel Give

10/10 Excellent

"It was a good location and I found the staff and facilities to be really good. Comfortable bed and good shower. Having staff at the desk 24 hours a day was also good."

More cheap stays in Diamond Harbour

North South Holiday Park

530 Sawyers Arms Road Christchurch

$32 nightly

$37 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

Total with taxes and fees

8.2/10 Very Good! (575 reviews)

Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel

338 Lincoln Road Christchurch

$37 nightly

$43 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

Total with taxes and fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (377 reviews)

Carnmore Hagley Park

22 Riccarton Road Christchurch

$60 nightly

$70 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (490 reviews)

Brookside Motel

12 Brookside Rd Rolleston Canterbury Region

$71 nightly

$82 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

Total with taxes and fees

9.6/10 Exceptional! (58 reviews)

The Elmwood Motel

91 Papanui Rd Christchurch Canterbury

$94 nightly

$110 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

Total with taxes and fees

Arena Motel

30 Whiteleigh Ave Christchurch

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8.8/10 Excellent! (393 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Diamond Harbour?

The best area to stay in Diamond Harbour is the central village area, particularly around the waterfront and the main road, Diamond Harbour Road.This area is the heart of the community, offering convenient access to local amenities and stunning views across Lyttelton Harbour. It's where you'll find the ferry terminal, the local shops, and eateries. The general layout is spread along the hillsides, with many properties enjoying elevated positions.Couples looking for a tranquil escape with beautiful scenery will find this area ideal. You can enjoy strolls along the foreshore, dine at local establishments with harbor views, and easily access walking tracks like the one leading to Purau Bay. The quiet nature of the village makes it superb for a relaxing getaway.Families will also appreciate the central village for its accessibility and proximity to amenities. The local playground and the ferry to Lyttelton offer easy entertainment options.

When is the best time to go to Diamond Harbour?

The best time to go to Diamond Harbour is during the warmer months, specifically from late spring to early autumn (November to April).During these months, you'll experience the most pleasant weather, with average temperatures ranging from 18°C to 25°C (64°F to 77°F). This period is ideal for enjoying outdoor activities like walking the scenic coastal tracks, exploring the local beaches, and taking ferries across Lyttelton Harbour. The longer daylight hours also allow for more extensive sightseeing and relaxation.For those interested in water activities or simply enjoying the sunshine, January and February are particularly appealing. The sea temperatures are at their highest, making swimming and paddleboarding more comfortable. This time of year is also when local markets and outdoor events are most common, providing a lively experience for visitors.If you prefer a slightly quieter visit with still agreeable weather, November and March are excellent choices. You'll avoid the peak holiday crowds while still benefiting from mild temperatures and beautiful scenery.

Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?

You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Diamond Harbour.

How much is the nightly rate at a Diamond Harbour hotel?

Prices for hotels in Diamond Harbour often vary, but you can find a great deal from $37 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for the cheapest rate.

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Our top choices for Diamond Harbour hotels

1. Wigram Hotel

2. Cranford Oak Motel

3. The Halswell Accommodation

4. Raceway Motel

5. Drifter Christchurch

6. Garden Hotel Christchurch

7. The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

8. Christchurch City Hotel

9. Crowne Plaza Christchurch by IHG

10. Rydges Latimer Christchurch

11. BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

12. The Classic Villa

13. Airport Christchurch Motel

14. Parkview On Hagley

15. Chateau on the Park - Christchurch, a DoubleTree by Hilton

16. Airport Palms Motel

17. 2 on Whiteleigh and 239 on Lincoln Motel

18. Southwark Hotel & Apartments

19. Hotel 115 Christchurch

20. Northwood Motor Lodge

Top Diamond Harbour Hotel Reviews

Commodore Airport Hotel

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

Sudima Christchurch Airport

Christchurch City Hotel

West Fitzroy Apartments

Chateau on the Park - Christchurch, a DoubleTree by Hilton

Bealey Quarter

Carnmore Hotel Christchurch

Hotel Give

More cheap stays in Diamond Harbour

North South Holiday Park

Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel

Carnmore Hagley Park

Brookside Motel

The Elmwood Motel

Arena Motel

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