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) ![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) ![Cave Rock featuring caves](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112938/e7a73790-2715-4992-bb04-88b281ba7141.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) ![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) ![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) ![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 top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.com/University-Of-Canterbury-Christchurch.d6112896.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Lake Tekapo ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1393407/b31e4869-99f1-4fce-94f6-348876f4721d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch $164 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/mount-cook.a1393407.activity-details) ![Small group enjoying turquoise waters and autumn colors](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5240473/d30a0723-0198-4414-82f4-48d1847d8ef0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Day Tour from Christchurch with Lunch $180 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/mount-cook-lake-tekapo-day-tour-from-christchurch-with-lunch.a5240473.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 $334 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 $197 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/lord-of-the-rings.a1307122.activity-details) ![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) ![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 $119 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/cfde9cc5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch 165 Cashel Street Christchurch $47 nightly $54 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! (1,010 reviews) Great location for shops and city centre. Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F30%2F2026&endDate=3%2F31%2F2026&selected=10153686&PinnedHotelID=10153686&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635974587208) ![Bealey Quarter](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32950000/32947200/32947186/c927edab_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Bealey Quarter 247 Bealey Ave Christchurch $49 nightly $58 total Mar 22 - Mar 23 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! (495 reviews) Convenient Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F22%2F2026&endDate=3%2F23%2F2026&selected=32947186&PinnedHotelID=32947186&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635974587208) ![LyLo Christchurch](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15620000/15616500/15616452/394366d1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### LyLo Christchurch 5 Peter Leeming Road Christchurch $84 nightly $96 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! (1,001 reviews) Close to airport, easy check in and out. Comfy. Nice common area. Good kitchen facilities. My first pod needed some fixing but nothing major . Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F16%2F2026&endDate=3%2F17%2F2026&selected=15616452&PinnedHotelID=15616452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635974587208) ![Novotel Christchurch Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18260000/18258200/18258191/c3b83e3e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Novotel Christchurch Airport 30 Durey Road Christchurch NZ $149 nightly $171 total Apr 5 - Apr 6 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 ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,051 reviews) Great rooms very convenient Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F5%2F2026&endDate=4%2F6%2F2026&selected=18258191&PinnedHotelID=18258191&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635974587208) ![Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66930000/66926700/66926604/w3159h2132x0y0-d89db995_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street 64 Kilmore St Christchurch Canterbury $97 nightly $111 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 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! (430 reviews) Nice location, lots of restaurants within walking distance. Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F29%2F2026&endDate=3%2F30%2F2026&selected=66926604&PinnedHotelID=66926604&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635974587208) ![Hotel Give](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3250000/3246100/3246072/d082454f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Give 12 Hereford Street Christchurch $43 nightly $50 total Apr 7 - Apr 8 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 ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews) Very close to the Grand Hall where our event was held. French press coffee was great but a little messy to clean and make a second cup. On the 5th floor the roof slanted and needed vigilance to not hit one’s head. Car park in back was good. No AC but room cooled off enough in March for us. 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You might want to make time for a stop at Lyttelton Harbour or Lyttelton Farmers Market. [](https://expedia.com/Christchurch-Lyttelton.dx6024079) ![Christchurch featuring interior views and shopping](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634351034023/03f7e82e-6ee9-41dd-9f9f-f21fa9a6ba25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Christchurch-Woolston.dx6003645) ![I was first on the beach and the only photographer that morning to get these colours. 10mins later there was about a dozen other photographers. So get there early to get the prime spots.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/828/b93e366d-4cb3-493b-aec9-7c6eed9d22ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### New Brighton You'll enjoy the beaches and parks in New Brighton. You might want to make time for a stop at Avon Heathcote Estuary or New Brighton Beach. [](https://expedia.com/Christchurch-New-Brighton.dx180247) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Linwood You'll enjoy the parks and shopping in Linwood. You might want to make time for a stop at Eastgate Mall or Woodham Park. [](https://expedia.com/Christchurch-Linwood.dx6003639) ![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 ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/828/fdb72e73-99bd-4a74-9df1-f73da9e3cb6c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Port Hills or Clearwater Golf Resort. [](https://expedia.com/Christchurch-Cashmere.dx180245) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Supa Karts. [](https://expedia.com/Christchurch-Sydenham.dx3000664926) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Christchurch.dx179996.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.Neigh.Neighborhoods) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Sumner