Kaiapoi

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panoramic view of turquoise water of Waimakariri River passing through Arthur's Pass National Park, South Island of New Zealand. It enters the Pacific north of Christchurch, near the town of Kaiapoi.
panoramic view of turquoise water of Waimakariri River passing through Arthur's Pass National Park, South Island of New Zealand. It enters the Pacific north of Christchurch, near the town of Kaiapoi.
panoramic view of turquoise water of Waimakariri River passing through Arthur's Pass National Park, South Island of New Zealand. It enters the Pacific north of Christchurch, near the town of Kaiapoi.
Waimakariri River Mouth at Dawn, Canterbury, New Zealand

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BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

3.5 out of 5
165 Cashel Street Christchurch
$48 nightly
The price is $55 total per night from Mar 30 to Mar 31
$55 total
Mar 30 - Mar 31
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
Good location, rooms are reasonable sized. The furnishing is a bit old (eg no USB ports for charging) so you need to bring an adapter. Overall good value for money

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Bealey Quarter

Bealey Quarter

5 out of 5
247 Bealey Ave Christchurch
$49 nightly
The price is $58 total per night from Mar 17 to Mar 18
$58 total
Mar 17 - Mar 18
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (493 reviews)
Convenient

Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026

Bealey Quarter
LyLo Christchurch

LyLo Christchurch

5 out of 5
5 Peter Leeming Road Christchurch
$84 nightly
The price is $97 total per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
$97 total
Mar 16 - Mar 17
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hostel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
You can walk to the hostel from the airport in 10 or 15 minutes... shortest if you walk next to the Antarctic Center. The hostel has a very spacious common room/ kitchen with a vast patio and lots of varied seating and lounging opportunities.

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

LyLo Christchurch
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Quest on Kilmore

Quest on Kilmore

5 out of 5
93 Kimore Street, Christchurch
Book a stay at this luxury apartment in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions New Brighton Beach ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (234 reviews)
Great hotel and location, spacious and washer and dryer were a huge plus!

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026

Quest on Kilmore
Southwark Hotel & Apartments

Southwark Hotel & Apartments

4 out of 5
25 Southwark Street Christchurch
Stay at this aparthotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,050 reviews)
Clean, quiet and great location

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

Southwark Hotel & Apartments
Quest on Manchester

Quest on Manchester

4.5 out of 5
54 Manchester Street Christchurch
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions New Brighton Beach and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (416 reviews)
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Quest on Manchester. The location was perfect for walking to shops, restaurants, and grocery stores and was an easy drive from the airport. The accommodations were perfect for 2 people, the kitchen had all the necessary supplies for microwave or stove top cooking ...

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

Quest on Manchester
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Popular places to visit

Woodford Glen Speedway

You can take time to visit Woodford Glen Speedway during your travels to Kaiapoi.

Woodford Glen Speedway

Darjon Vineyard

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Darjon Vineyard during your travels to Kaiapoi. Check out the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.

Darjon Vineyard

Kaiapoi Food Forest

Explore the great outdoors at Kaiapoi Food Forest, a lovely green space in Kaiapoi.

Kaiapoi Food Forest

Things to do

Lake Tekapo

Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch

$164
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
Small group enjoying turquoise waters and autumn colors

Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Day Tour from Christchurch with Lunch

$180
per adult
Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Day Tour from Christchurch with Lunch
Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch

Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch

$119
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch
Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo

Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo

$46
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo
Hägglund Field Trip

International Antarctic Centre General Admission Ticket

$44
per adult
International Antarctic Centre General Admission Ticket
Christchurch: Gondola Ride

Christchurch: Gondola Ride

$25
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Gondola Ride
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Cities near Kaiapoi

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