Sumner

Christchurch

A coastal landscape with a rocky cliff, a sandy beach, and a row of colorful banners along the cliffside.
A beach with waves, rocks, and houses on a hillside in the background.
A sandy beach with waves, grassy dunes, and wildflowers.
A beach with people and a dog, a lighthouse, and houses on a hillside.
A rocky cliff with a cave entrance, a warning sign, and people on the beach.

Stay near popular Sumner attractions

A sandy beach with a windmill, rocky outcrops, and a hillside with houses.

Sumner Beach

8.8/10 (648 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.
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Things to do

Christchurch Walking Tour: Hidden Gems & Quake stories

Christchurch Walking Tour: Hidden Gems & Quake stories

$14
per adult
Christchurch Walking Tour: Hidden Gems & Quake stories
Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch

Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch

$113
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram

Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram

$25
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch

Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch

$141
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
Whale tail splashing in water in the Kaikour whale watching tour in Christchurch New Zealand.

Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour

$210
per adult
Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour
Picture 5 for Activity From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass Guided Day Trip with Lunch

Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill

$113
per adult
Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill
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Sumner Hotel Deals

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

3.5 out of 5
165 Cashel Street Christchurch
$41 nightly
The price is $47 total per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
$47 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
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! (1,006 reviews)
"Clean but the room was tiny and we had nowhere to open our suitcases."

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2026

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Novotel Christchurch Airport

Novotel Christchurch Airport

4.5 out of 5
30 Durey Road Christchurch NZ
$114 nightly
The price is $131 total per night from Jul 25 to Jul 26
$131 total
Jul 25 - Jul 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,080 reviews)
"Our room was very clean and tidy. We made a reservation on line for dinner only to find out that we had booked for the Novotel at Auckland not Christchurch. The staff went out of their way to make a space for us even though they were booked out."

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2026

Novotel Christchurch Airport
Sudima Christchurch Airport

Sudima Christchurch Airport

4.5 out of 5
550 Memorial Avenue Christchurch
$86 nightly
The price is $99 total per night from Aug 15 to Aug 16
$99 total
Aug 15 - Aug 16
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 ...
Sudima Christchurch Airport
Bealey Quarter

Bealey Quarter

5 out of 5
247 Bealey Ave Christchurch
$44 nightly
The price is $52 total per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
$52 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
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! (568 reviews)
"Rooms and amenities kept clean and tidy, plenty of space. Restaurant extremely handy with great memu."

Reviewed on Jul 18, 2026

Bealey Quarter
LyLo Christchurch Airport

LyLo Christchurch Airport

5 out of 5
5 Peter Leeming Road Christchurch
$65 nightly
The price is $75 total per night from Jul 25 to Jul 26
$75 total
Jul 25 - Jul 26
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 ...
LyLo Christchurch Airport
Hotel Give

Hotel Give

3.5 out of 5
12 Hereford Street Christchurch
$42 nightly
The price is $48 total per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
$48 total
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Close to our itinerary. Easy in/out of Chch"

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2026

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Where to stay in Sumner

Find the best Sumner areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A colorful street with a tram, outdoor cafes, and a restaurant named "The Nook Thai".

Christchurch City Centre

Christchurch City Centre is a destination visitors seek out for is abundant dining options, interesting museums, and colorful gardens. You might want to check out attractions like Christchurch Art Gallery or Cathedral Square while you're exploring the neighborhood.

An airport runway with surrounding fields and buildings.

Christchurch Airport

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Christchurch Airport and surrounding area, you can visit International Antarctic Centre and McLean's Island Golf Club.

A large, historic house with red trim and multiple chimneys.

Riccarton

A noteworthy feature of Riccarton is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Westfield Riccarton Mall and Riccarton Road.

A cityscape with a mix of modern and historic buildings, surrounded by green parks and a river.

Merivale

Merivale is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Merivale Mall or Papanui Road.

A coastal landscape with mountains, a bay, and a small town.

Addington

Unique features of Addington include the theaters and live music. Make a stop by Apollo Projects Stadium or Addington Raceway while you're exploring the area.

Sumner

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