Title: Visit Sumner: 2026 Sumner, Christchurch Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Sumner](https://expedia.com/Sumner-Christchurch-Hotels.0-n553248635974587208-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Christchurch](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Christchurch.d179996.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Christchurch](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Christchurch.d179996.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Sumner](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Sumner.d553248635974587208.Car-Rental-Guide)[Sumner Vacations](https://expedia.com/Sumner.d553248635974587208.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Sumner ## Christchurch ![De road behind Sumner beach is lined with containers and art.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/828/c61ebdcf-8aec-4f8a-a456-105ec054a701.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![De road behind Sumner beach is lined with containers and art.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/828/c61ebdcf-8aec-4f8a-a456-105ec054a701.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Scarborough beach on a nice spring day. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/828/6932a4d9-0c11-443a-947b-3e5198ec75dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sumner Beach featuring a beach and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112932/bb3d9d0e-50ee-4220-9183-85a60f59fa54.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cave Rock showing caves, a sandy beach and a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112938/3ba1f6b2-1e9e-462b-877f-82223b35d52f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Sumner Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Christchurch Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Christchurch.dx179996) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Sumner Beach featuring rugged coastline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112932/a9456c8b-2486-4015-b91d-76a3bf02bf93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Sumner-Beach-Sumner.d6112932.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cave Rock](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112938/a75ff8f7-986a-496d-b2c9-e57608b9e367.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cave Rock 4/5(5 reviews) Discover the mysterious mythical back-story of this rugged volcanic rock that sits in the pretty seaside suburb of Sumner. [](https://expedia.com/Cave-Rock-Sumner.d6112938.Vacation-Attraction) ![Lyttelton Harbour showing a marina, mountains and a bay or harbor](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112944/27933b41-e797-4d75-936d-f59672d8d27f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Lyttelton-Harbour-Lyttelton.d6112944.Vacation-Attraction) ![Christchurch, New Zealand, Hagley Park, the Rose Garden in early spring.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112898/26035946-f050-4ca5-b5c9-802afe9c8286.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Hagley-Park-Christchurch-City-Centre.d6112898.Vacation-Attraction) ![New Brighton Beach showing surf, a beach and surfing](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112934/add8feb6-81b6-4e88-93e9-77c0568f2517.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/New-Brighton-Beach-New-Brighton.d6112934.Vacation-Attraction) ![The Observatory in the Arts Centre - Christchurch - New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112896/b76ae8b4-2125-401b-967d-d3b49bb3072a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### University of Canterbury 4.5/5(39 reviews) Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit University of Canterbury, during your trip to Christchurch. Check out the shops and charming cafes in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.com/University-Of-Canterbury-Christchurch.d6112896.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4591394/ab6990e1-23df-4086-a40d-9d0f39f84413.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo $46 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/christchurch-gondola-and-tram-city-tour-combo.a4591394.activity-details) ![Train through mountains in Christchurch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/182709/959c2410-f407-464d-8b6e-fa02a2ea1301.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train and Lunch $337 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/arthurs-pass-full-day-tour-with-tranzalpine-train-and-lunch.a182709.activity-details) ![Lord of the Rings - Journey to Edoras Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1307122/19c59e42-f73d-467b-bd12-96feaaf31bef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lord of the Rings, Journey to Edoras Day Tour from Christchurch $195 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/lord-of-the-rings.a1307122.activity-details) ![TranzAlpine Train](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46756606/16faecdc-1379-4704-9e37-709f8bfe93d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip $283 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/tranzalpine-train.a46756606.activity-details) ![Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4752279/96dc279e-64cb-4ecc-83bc-6e3c9650e740.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram $24 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/christchurch-hop-on-hop-off-tour-by-vintage-tram.a4752279.activity-details) ![Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/251969/f297d9e9-066f-45a4-86c9-c447bd023655.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch $120 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/waipara-valley-wine-tasting-tour-with-lunch.a251969.activity-details) [See all activities in Christchurch](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Christchurch.d179996.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Sumner Hotel Deals ![BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10160000/10153700/10153686/30273335_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch 165 Cashel Street Christchurch $49 nightly $56 total Mar 22 - Mar 23 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! (1,001 reviews) Good location and nice stay Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F22%2F2026&endDate=3%2F23%2F2026&selected=10153686&PinnedHotelID=10153686&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635974587208) ![LyLo Christchurch](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15620000/15616500/15616452/e5109f58_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### LyLo Christchurch 5 Peter Leeming Road Christchurch $95 nightly $109 total Mar 4 - Mar 5 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! (1,003 reviews) Room was clean but small. 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Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F15%2F2026&endDate=3%2F16%2F2026&selected=18258191&PinnedHotelID=18258191&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635974587208) ![Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66930000/66926700/66926604/a053091d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street 64 Kilmore St Christchurch Canterbury $138 nightly $159 total Mar 8 - Mar 9 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (413 reviews) spacious room and very clean, quiet and walking distance to the town center Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F8%2F2026&endDate=3%2F9%2F2026&selected=66926604&PinnedHotelID=66926604&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635974587208) ![Bealey Quarter](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32950000/32947200/32947186/2730b43c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Bealey Quarter 247 Bealey Ave Christchurch $56 nightly $65 total Mar 10 - Mar 11 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! (484 reviews) Stayed twice over the course of our holiday. Spacious clean room, as there were 3 of us the triple room was perfect. Really comfy beds and pillows and the bed linen and towels were good quality. Staff helpful also. Would stay again. Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F10%2F2026&endDate=3%2F11%2F2026&selected=32947186&PinnedHotelID=32947186&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635974587208) ![Sudima Christchurch Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889400/889383/973a3fae_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sudima Christchurch Airport 550 Memorial Avenue Christchurch $140 nightly $161 total Mar 7 - Mar 8 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! 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