Title: Drifter Christchurch Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Drifter Christchurch Eco-certified hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and 24-hour front desk ![Lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103010000/103009000/103008949/ae1d9c31.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103010000/103009000/103008949/cbf44edf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103010000/103009000/103008949/773cf0f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103010000/103009000/103008949/9fb553f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103010000/103009000/103008949/8e32c78f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located close to Cathedral Square and Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre, Drifter Christchurch provides a terrace, a firepit and a coffee shop/cafe. The on-site restaurant, Rambler, offers lunch and dinner. Fitness classes and yoga classes are offered at the 24-hour gym; Drifter Christchurch also has a library, laundry facilities and an outdoor entertainment area. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests. 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Bar - Gym - 24/7 front desk - Housekeeping - Laundry - Air conditioning £85 includes taxes & fees 24 Sept - 25 Sept ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sept 19 - Sept 20](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-20&selected=103008949&PinnedHotelID=103008949&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-20&selected=103008949&PinnedHotelID=103008949&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sept 20 - Sept 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-20&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=103008949&PinnedHotelID=103008949&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-20&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=103008949&PinnedHotelID=103008949&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sept 19 - Sept 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=103008949&PinnedHotelID=103008949&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=103008949&PinnedHotelID=103008949&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Sept 26 - Sept 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=103008949&PinnedHotelID=103008949&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=103008949&PinnedHotelID=103008949&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 11 of 11 rooms ![Premium King Suite | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103010000/103009000/103008949/7bde5fd3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium King Suite ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds LCD TV Renovated in 2024 Separate bedroom Private bathroom Eco-friendly toiletries - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Private Suite - 8 Beds | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103010000/103009000/103008949/11adcd77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Private Suite - 8 Beds ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Renovated in 2024 Separate bedroom Private bathroom Eco-friendly toiletries Daily housekeeping Mobile key entry - Sleeps 8 - 8 Single Bunk Beds ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103010000/103009000/103008949/9fb553f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Private Suite - 4 Beds ### Highlights Air conditioning Renovated in 2024 Separate bedroom Detached private bathroom Eco-friendly toiletries Daily housekeeping Mobile key entry - Sleeps 4 - 4 Single Bunk Beds ![Family Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103010000/103009000/103008949/w800h551x0y0-205c0708.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds LCD TV Renovated in 2024 Separate bedroom Private bathroom Eco-friendly toiletries Digital channels - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103010000/103009000/103008949/07cfd65e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium Private Female Suite - 8 Bed ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Renovated in 2024 Separate bedroom Private bathroom Eco-friendly toiletries Daily housekeeping Mobile key entry - Sleeps 8 - 8 Single Bunk Beds ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103010000/103009000/103008949/w4750h3083x0y0-aac1fe56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Queen Room with Balcony ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds LCD TV Renovated in 2024 Separate bedroom Private bathroom Eco-friendly toiletries - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103010000/103009000/103008949/6c7ad392.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium Private Suite - 8 Bed ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Renovated in 2024 Separate bedroom Private bathroom Eco-friendly toiletries Daily housekeeping Mobile key entry - Sleeps 8 - 8 Single Bunk Beds ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103010000/103009000/103008949/w4750h3083x0y0-aac1fe56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Queen Room 8.0 Very good 5 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds LCD TV Renovated in 2024 Separate bedroom Private bathroom Eco-friendly toiletries Digital channels - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Superior Twin Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103010000/103009000/103008949/3c5b0a03.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Twin Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds LCD TV Renovated in 2024 Separate bedroom Private bathroom Eco-friendly toiletries Digital channels - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Family Loft Suite with Queen and Bunk | Living area | Books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103010000/103009000/103008949/299d58e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Loft Suite with Queen and Bunk 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Balcony Separate sitting area Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds LCD TV Renovated in 2024 Sofa bed Separate bedroom - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed ![Books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103010000/103009000/103008949/fd400793.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Loft Suite with Two Queen Rooms 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds LCD TV Renovated in 2024 Sofa bed Separate bedroom Private bathroom - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FChristchurch-Hotels-Drifter-Christchurch.h103008949.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FChristchurch-Hotels-Drifter-Christchurch.h103008949.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-43.53432%2C172.63887&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=dUu_O7xJjlzGLICuru3bEkOLHcU=) 96 Lichfield St, Christchurch, Canterbury, 8011 #### What's nearby - Cathedral Square - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles - Hagley Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles - Christchurch Casino - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles - Christchurch Botanic Gardens - 7 min drive - 0.9 miles #### Getting around - Christchurch Railway Station - 10 min drive - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 23 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪C1 Espresso - ‬3 min walk - ‪Smash Palace - ‬3 min walk - ‪Joe's Garage - ‬4 min walk - ‪Strange's Lane - ‬3 min walk - Nucleus ## About this property ### Drifter Christchurch Eco-certified hotel remodelled in 2024 and located near Cathedral Square Located close to Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre and Christchurch Casino, Drifter Christchurch provides a terrace, a firepit and a coffee shop/cafe. The on-site restaurant, Rambler, offers lunch and dinner. Fitness classes and yoga classes are offered at the 24-hour gym; Drifter Christchurch also has a library, laundry facilities and an outdoor entertainment area. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar. You'll also find perks such as: - Express check-out, express check-in and a vending machine - A 24-hour front desk, a nature reserve and a lift - A billiards/pool table, evening entertainment and a water dispenser Room features All 95 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Eco-friendly toiletries and showers - Heating and daily housekeeping ### Awards and affiliations Eco-certified property This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - No on-site parking available ### Food and drink - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant ### Restaurants on site - Rambler ### Things to do - 24-hour gym - Billiards/pool table - Books - Evening entertainment - Fitness classes - Library - Pilates classes - TV in common areas - Yoga classes ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Shared microwave - Shared refrigerator - Vending machine - Water dispenser ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Firepit - In a nature reserve - Outdoor entertainment area - Outdoor furniture - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Lift (160 centimetre wide door) - Smooth flooring in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible lounge - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant ### More - 1 building - 4 floors - Designated smoking areas - Renovated entire property - June 2024 - Rooftop garden ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer (on request) - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Bulk dispensers for toiletries - Eco-friendly toiletries - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Heating (climate-controlled) - Mobile key entry ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime Express check-in available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Guests are required to download the property's Goki mobile app before check-in ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 28 per night. ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Rollaway bed fee: NZD 28 per night - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### National rating Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand. ### Property is also known as Drifter Christchurch Christchurch Drifter Christchurch Hostel/Backpacker accommodation ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Drifter Christchurch pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Drifter Christchurch? > As of 19 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Drifter Christchurch on 24 Sept 2025 start from £85.08, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-Drifter-Christchurch.h103008949.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Drifter Christchurch? > Drifter Christchurch doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at Drifter Christchurch? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at Drifter Christchurch? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Drifter Christchurch located? > Located in Christchurch City Centre, this eco-certified hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Cathedral Square and Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre. Hagley Park and Christchurch Casino are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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