When locals want to catch up with friends, they often head for Cramner Square. Enjoy some people-watching at this vibrant civic space or make a few pals of your own.

You'll have sightseeing choices galore when spending time in Christchurch City Centre. Cramner Square is a good place to begin here, but there are many other fine attractions to consider. New Brighton Beach, Mona Vale, and Canterbury Museum are close to the modern public area and and will cap off your day nicely.

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298 Westside Motor Lodge

Upper Riccarton

$1,147

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Nov 15 - Nov 19

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Los Angeles (LAX) to Christchurch (CHC)

9/10 Wonderful! (372 reviews)

Nice tidy property central to a lot of shops etc

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025

West Fitzroy Apartments

Christchurch City Centre

$1,321

per person

Nov 15 - Nov 19

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Los Angeles (LAX) to Christchurch (CHC)

8.6/10 Excellent! (234 reviews)

Apartment room was tiny with barely room to move around the bed, but quiet and dark for sleeping. Like that it was walking distance to places to eat. Wished coffee had been supplied for both nights we were there and that sugar packets were not old and caked.

Reviewed on May 12, 2025

De Lago Motel Apartments

Merivale

$1,193

per person

Nov 15 - Nov 19

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Los Angeles (LAX) to Christchurch (CHC)

8.6/10 Excellent! (156 reviews)

Exactly as expected, nice, clean, quite.

Reviewed on Mar 5, 2025

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