Governors Bay Travel Guide
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Things to do
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
£110
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip
£172
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission
£17
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram
£19
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch
£88
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Ōpuke Thermal Pools - Tranquility Pools
£30
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Governors Bay
Õtoromiro Hotel
52 Main Road Christchurch
Stay at this inn in Christchurch. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Lyttelton Harbour and Wolfbrook Arena are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (149 reviews)
"Basic but nice. Friendly, helpful check in, showing us where all the amenities were on our way to our room. Everything was reasonably clean and tidy. We enjoyed the free access to the dining area to make a coffee and we enjoyed the continental breakfast. The chiller in the hotel was a bit noisy during ..."
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
165 Cashel Street Christchurch
The price is £40 per night from 11 Jul to 12 Jul
£40
11 Jul - 12 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Go to for quick trips, compact, clean and comfortable room are my choice when traveling for work as I’m only there to sleep. Ticks all the boxes for me."
Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026
Novotel Christchurch Airport
30 Durey Road Christchurch NZ
The price is £119 per night from 11 Jul to 12 Jul
£119
11 Jul - 12 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,072 reviews)
"Convenience of being at the airpory"
Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026
Bealey Quarter
247 Bealey Ave Christchurch
The price is £34 per night from 10 Jul to 11 Jul
£34
10 Jul - 11 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (562 reviews)
"Advertised as a 5* luxury property. Far from the mark, it's a hostel. The staff also need to seriously sort out the recycling situation."
Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026
LyLo Christchurch Airport
5 Peter Leeming Road Christchurch
The price is £56 per night from 11 Jul to 12 Jul
£56
11 Jul - 12 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"The first thing when I walked into the room was the smell, the moldy smell with the very dirty carpet made me feel anxious and I was scared that the bed was going to be just as bad. The wall had a loose flap hanging and the shower was definitely not clean. I couldn't sleep because of the constant ..."
Reviewed on 12 Jun 2026
Hotel Give
12 Hereford Street Christchurch
The price is £38 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
£38
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Hi The Give Hotel was an enjoyable stay, rooms clean & beds comfortable. We didnt know our studio didnt have its own bathroom, but it was located just outside the room & was clean. Theres a lounge for guests & shared kitchens which have all you need to cook meals. Theres a bistro downstairs aswell. ..."
Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026
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Where to stay in Governors Bay
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Christchurch City Centre
Christchurch City Centre is a destination visitors seek out for its abundant dining options, interesting museums and colourful gardens. You might want to check out attractions like Christchurch Art Gallery or Cathedral Square while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Christchurch Airport
While Christchurch Airport may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like International Antarctic Centre and McLean's Island Golf Club.
Riccarton
Riccarton is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Westfield Riccarton Mall and Riccarton Road.
Merivale
Travellers come to Merivale for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Merivale Mall and Papanui Road while you're in town.
Addington
Unique features of Addington include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Apollo Projects Stadium or Addington Raceway while you're exploring the area.
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