Title: Islington Travel Guide: Best of Islington, Christchurch Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Islington](https://expedia.co.uk/Islington-Christchurch-Hotels.0-n693002011657306112-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Christchurch](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Christchurch.d179996.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Christchurch](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Christchurch.d179996.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Islington Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Islington.d693002011657306112.Car-Hire-Guide)[Islington Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Islington.d693002011657306112.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Islington Travel Guide ## Christchurch ## Visit Islington Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Christchurch travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Christchurch.dx179996) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Sumner Beach which includes rocky 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(23 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.co.uk/Sumner-Beach-Sumner.d6112932.Attraction) ![Lyttelton Harbour showing a marina, a bay or harbour and mountains](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(23 reviews) Enjoy cafés, markets and boat trips at this scenic European port town, steeped in history and bordered by volcanic hills. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lyttelton-Harbour-Lyttelton.d6112944.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(53 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.co.uk/Hagley-Park-Christchurch-City-Centre.d6112898.Attraction) ![New Brighton Beach which includes a sandy beach, surf 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(11 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.co.uk/New-Brighton-Beach-New-Brighton.d6112934.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 5/5(4 reviews) Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Canterbury during your trip to Christchurch. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-Canterbury-Christchurch.d6112896.Attraction) ![NZ, Christchurch. Cathedral Square.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248627679322070/1f3324b5-8add-49c0-8ab6-71f5900e83f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cathedral Square 4.5/5(3 reviews) You can learn about the history of Christchurch when you stop by Cathedral Square. Visit the cathedral in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cathedral-Square-Christchurch.d553248627679322070.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Christchurch: Gondola Ride](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4766307/4a0a309c-e5a2-40f0-bea4-1d42cc00cdda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Christchurch: Gondola Ride £19 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/christchurch-gondola-ride.a4766307.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 £247 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/arthurs-pass-full-day-tour-with-tranzalpine-train-and-lunch.a182709.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 £34 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/christchurch-gondola-and-tram-city-tour-combo.a4591394.activity-details) ![Arthurs Pass Day Trip From Christchurch via Castle Hill](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46895885/bcab6611-7810-444c-a797-42ee5eadb498.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill £99 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/arthurs-pass-day-tour-from-christchurch-via-castle-hill.a46895885.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 £143 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lord-of-the-rings.a1307122.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 £88 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/waipara-valley-wine-tasting-tour-with-lunch.a251969.activity-details) [See all activities in Christchurch](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Christchurch.d179996.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Islington ![BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10160000/10153700/10153686/30273335_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch 165 Cashel Street Christchurch £41 23 Mar - 24 Mar 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 ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews) Convenient location - good amenities. Compact room. Managed to snaffie free on street parking nearby after 5 or 8.30pm Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F03%2F2026&endDate=24%2F03%2F2026&selected=10153686&PinnedHotelID=10153686&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693002011657306112) ![Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66930000/66926700/66926604/a053091d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street 64 Kilmore St Christchurch Canterbury £113 9 Mar - 10 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (420 reviews) God quality hotel close to the CBD Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F03%2F2026&endDate=10%2F03%2F2026&selected=66926604&PinnedHotelID=66926604&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693002011657306112) ![Bealey Quarter](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32950000/32947200/32947186/2730b43c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Bealey Quarter 247 Bealey Ave Christchurch £45 24 Mar - 25 Mar 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! (486 reviews) Stayed twice over the course of our holiday. Spacious clean room, as there were 3 of us the triple room was perfect. Really comfy beds and pillows and the bed linen and towels were good quality. Staff helpful also. Would stay again. Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F03%2F2026&endDate=25%2F03%2F2026&selected=32947186&PinnedHotelID=32947186&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693002011657306112) ![Novotel Christchurch Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18260000/18258200/18258191/fa910380_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Novotel Christchurch Airport 30 Durey Road Christchurch NZ £147 15 Mar - 16 Mar 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 ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,052 reviews) Courteous staff Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F03%2F2026&endDate=16%2F03%2F2026&selected=18258191&PinnedHotelID=18258191&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693002011657306112) ![LyLo Christchurch](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15620000/15616500/15616452/e5109f58_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### LyLo Christchurch 5 Peter Leeming Road Christchurch £68 19 Mar - 20 Mar 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! (1,006 reviews) Room was clean but small. Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F03%2F2026&endDate=20%2F03%2F2026&selected=15616452&PinnedHotelID=15616452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693002011657306112) ![Quest on Kilmore](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102120000/102119900/102119869/e0c5b700_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Quest on Kilmore 93 Kimore Street, Christchurch Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £113 8 Mar - 9 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this 5-star luxury apartment in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Christchurch Town ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (229 reviews) Amenities, courteous staff, clean room Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=102119869&PinnedHotelID=102119869&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693002011657306112) [See all 1,444 properties in Islington](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026®ionId=693002011657306112) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. 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Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Air Force Museum of New Zealand and Riccarton Park, a few notable attractions nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hornby.dx180246) ![New Zealand Air Force Museum, located in Christchurch](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/828/d1d37a2c-b233-4b5d-b132-b302934ca412.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Wigram Parks and entertainment venues are just a few things travellers like about Wigram. A stop by Air Force Museum of New Zealand is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Wigram.dx6336672) ![Tree Lined Path in Hagley Park, Christchurch, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000664916/fd3f289e-16d1-4773-85ac-3d652ca5f029.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Upper Riccarton 4/5(5 area reviews) Upper Riccarton is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Riccarton Road and Bush Inn Centre. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Upper-Riccarton.dx3000664916) ![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) ### Ilam Ilam is well liked for its bars. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Christchurch area, you might plan a trip to Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre or Bush Inn Centre. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Ilam.dx3000664930) ![Landing Christchurch New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/693001997489496064/c2dd6748-ba46-4fb0-84dd-a0b7b9ffcccd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Harewood Golf Club. 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