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A modern bedroom with a sofa, a bed, a nightstand, and a hanging light fixture.

A living room with two blue sofas, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A compact room with a black sofa, a small round table with two chairs, a kitchenette with a microwave, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining area with chairs and a glass table.

1. Adelphi Motel

Merivale, 1.7 mi from Science Alive

Christmas

£71

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and artwork on the wall.

A motel sign with amenities like WiFi and air conditioning.

A modern room with a grey sofa, a small table with chairs, a vase with flowers, and two wall-mounted air conditioning units.

A patio with a wooden fence, a metal table, two metal chairs, and a window with a bed inside.

2. Golden Star Motel

Riccarton, 2 mi from Science Alive

Sarah

£61

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A cozy room with a purple sofa, wooden flooring, and a brick wall. There are books on a table, a lamp, and a fireplace.

A spacious attic bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, and a dining area.

A dining room with a wooden table and chairs, a white lamp, a television on the wall, and a window.

A living room with teal walls, a blue sofa, patterned armchairs, and a flat-screen TV.

3. The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

Christchurch City Centre, 0.9 mi from Science Alive

Robert

£114

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A modern kitchen with a central island, white cabinetry, and a dining area with a glass table and white chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wardrobe, a window with curtains, and a bedside table.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a black countertop, stainless steel appliances, and a built-in sink.

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel sink and a glass dining table.

4. Focus Motel And Executive Suites

Christchurch City Centre, 1.1 mi from Science Alive

Ray

£80

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows overlooking the street.

A modern hotel room with two large beds, a sofa, a bedside table with a phone, and a window with a view of the outside.

A modern building with the name 'Mayfair' prominently displayed.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a view of the city through large windows.

5. The Mayfair

Christchurch City Centre, 1.4 mi from Science Alive

Brett

£155

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

An outdoor patio area with wooden tables and chairs, a large umbrella, and a brick wall with greenery.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a fruit bowl, and a vase with flowers on the counter.

A pink building with a reception area, steps leading to the entrance, and a sign indicating it is a hotel.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a fireplace, and a television.

6. The Classic Villa

Christchurch City Centre, 0.9 mi from Science Alive

LISA

£134

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A narrow forest path flanked by large ferns and trees, leading to a building with a window and a door.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, two sofas with patterned cushions, a coffee table, and a large mirror.

A garden patio with stone seating, a small table, and chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a plant.

7. Sherborne Motor Lodge

Saint Albans, 1.6 mi from Science Alive

Staci

£58

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a glass coffee table, and a view of a balcony with a railing.

A modern living room with two beige sofas, a glass coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with a view of trees.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, kitchenette, and a sofa bed.

8. Lorenzo Motor Lodge

Riccarton, 1.9 mi from Science Alive

Adam

£76

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern building with a wooden deck, a wheelchair-accessible entrance, and a garden with ferns.

A modern building with a balcony featuring glass railings and metal chairs.

A modern interior with a glass staircase leading to a second floor, a visible door, and a lighted wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a glass coffee table, and a large window with a view of the outside.

9. 103 Prince of Bealey Motel

Christchurch City Centre, 1.4 mi from Science Alive

Yuji

£68

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern hotel entrance with a stone facade, large glass doors, and a well-lit interior visible through the windows.

An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a green wall, and a view of the restaurant interior.

A restaurant with indoor seating, a wooden ceiling, and a green wall.

A bedroom with a large bed, a chandelier, a desk, and a window with a view.

10. The George Christchurch

Christchurch City Centre, 1.2 mi from Science Alive

George

£181

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern hotel with a prominent 'Baselink Group' sign, large windows, and a corner location with a street view.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, and a view of the city.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, stainless steel appliances, and a large window with curtains.

A view through a window with the word "QUEST" visible, overlooking a hilly landscape with buildings.

11. Quest on Manchester

Christchurch City Centre, 0.2 mi from Science Alive

Sarah

£76

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern building with a covered entrance, a staircase, and potted plants.

A corner room with a glass partition, a small table, two chairs, and a potted plant.

A modern interior with a large vase on a pedestal, a staircase, and a window with a view of the outside.

A modern living room with a glass partition, a potted plant, a lamp, and a sofa.

12. Terra Vive Luxury Suites & Apartments

Christchurch City Centre, 1.3 mi from Science Alive

Anita

£66

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

13. The Kilmore Collection

Christchurch City Centre, 1.1 mi from Science Alive

Claudia

£169

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A modern building with a wooden deck, potted plants, and a clear sky.

A modern elevator with a metallic finish, adjacent to a staircase with wooden paneling and a metal handrail.

A modern office space with a desk, office chair, and a view of a street through large windows.

14. Bealey Plaza Motel

Christchurch City Centre, 1.4 mi from Science Alive

£70

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A bar area with a neon-lit ceiling, a counter with a marble-like front, and shelves with bottles.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a sofa with a blue pillow, a dining table with chairs, and a potted plant.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, a green chair, potted plants, and framed pictures on the wall.

15. Christchurch City Hotel

Christchurch City Centre, 0.6 mi from Science Alive

Florence

£89

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A motor lodge with a sign indicating a vacancy. The lodge features a traditional architectural style with a peaked roof and a small gazebo-like structure.

An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, a blue umbrella, and a white fence.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area, a sofa, and a single bed.

A hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a window with a view of buildings.

16. Amross Court Motor Lodge

Christchurch City Centre, 1.5 mi from Science Alive

Tilson

£64

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A landscaped garden with a paved walkway, surrounded by buildings with multiple windows and a dining area with outdoor seating.

A resort with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a large building with a distinctive roof.

A corridor with large windows, a tiled floor, and a view of a building outside.

A large house with a covered patio, a lawn, and a garden.

17. Chateau on the Park - Christchurch, a DoubleTree by Hilton

Riccarton, 1.7 mi from Science Alive

Michael

£111

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a red-tiled roof, a landscaped front yard, and a large tree providing shade.

A modern living room with a green sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, leather sofas, a dining table, and a green rug.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

18. Roma on Riccarton Motel

Riccarton, 1.9 mi from Science Alive

Steve

£82

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A spacious living area with a large wooden dining table, comfortable seating, a kitchen with a bar, and a view of the city through large windows.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and umbrellas, surrounded by buildings.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a built-in shelving unit.

19. Hotel Montreal

Christchurch City Centre, 1.1 mi from Science Alive

Yinglian

£169

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A dining table set with various dishes, glasses, and condiments, with a view of a garden and a wooden fence outside.

A Buddha statue on a wooden platform with a hedge and a concrete path in the background.

A kitchen with a white microwave on the counter, a wooden table, and a view of a house and garden through the window.

A residential area with houses, a white picket fence, and a tree.

20. Designer Cottage B&B

Sydenham, 0.6 mi from Science Alive

Wayne

£68

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Science Alive

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Adelphi Motel	10.0 Exceptional 22 reviews	View
Golden Star Motel	9.6 Exceptional 455 reviews	View
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch	9.6 Exceptional 378 reviews	View
Focus Motel And Executive Suites	9.6 Exceptional 500 reviews	View
The Mayfair	9.6 Exceptional 342 reviews	View

Top Science Alive Hotel Reviews

West Fitzroy Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Great central location, friendly staff and nice clean room. Appreciate the upgrade from studio to standard 1 bedroom. Will stay again if we are in the Christchurch area."

Hotel Give

10/10 Excellent

"All was good, staff good, Room clean"

Rydges Latimer Christchurch

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay. Friendly and helpful staff. Clean and comfortable rooms. Delicious breakfast. And a fab location!"

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Christchurch City

10/10 Excellent

"Centrally located, easy walk to many of Christchurch’s downtown attractions."

Christchurch City Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very helpful and friendly staff. Very clean, modern rooms. Great location for getting around."

Quest Cathedral Junction Serviced Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location & rooms large and comfortable"

Hotel 115 Christchurch

10/10 Excellent

"We loved staying at this unique property. The location was excellent and we could walk everywhere in Central district. The room was compact but had everything we needed and the bed was very comfortable.'A totally unique location dn experience"

The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, clean rooms and centrally located in the CBD. They also had a nice rooftop bar."

Southwark Hotel & Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"A wonderful stay starting with the front desk staff who were friendly and efficient. Our room was very spacious with two king beds a small dining table and plenty of room to move around. I would suggest booking a parking space when you book your room. I highly recommend it as a place to stay!"

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The Crossing

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You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at The Crossing during your stay in Christchurch. Amble around this family-friendly area's picturesque gardens or seek out the local tours.

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Cashel Street Shopping Area

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Science Alive?

Science Alive is located in a welcoming area of Christchurch known for its major shopping area and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 653 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Science Alive?

Adjacent to Science Alive, Quest on Manchester is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this aparthotel offers in-room kitchens and free WiFi. Other good choices within a short distance include BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch and Hotel Give.

How many hotels will I find close to Science Alive?

Expedia has 653 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Science Alive.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Science Alive, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available near Science Alive.

What can I see and do near Science Alive?

Study the collections at Canterbury Museum, Air Force Museum of New Zealand or Rutherford's Den. Explore landmarks like Ferrymead Heritage Park, Riccarton House and Library Chambers. You can check out the local talent at Isaac Theatre Royal, The Piano: Centre for Music and the Arts and Christchurch Town Hall.

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Our top choices for Science Alive hotels

1. Adelphi Motel

2. Golden Star Motel

3. The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

4. Focus Motel And Executive Suites

5. The Mayfair

6. The Classic Villa

7. Sherborne Motor Lodge

8. Lorenzo Motor Lodge

9. 103 Prince of Bealey Motel

10. The George Christchurch

11. Quest on Manchester

12. Terra Vive Luxury Suites & Apartments

13. The Kilmore Collection

14. Bealey Plaza Motel

15. Christchurch City Hotel

16. Amross Court Motor Lodge

17. Chateau on the Park - Christchurch, a DoubleTree by Hilton

18. Roma on Riccarton Motel

19. Hotel Montreal

20. Designer Cottage B&B

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Top Science Alive Hotel Reviews

West Fitzroy Apartments

Hotel Give

Rydges Latimer Christchurch

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Christchurch City

Christchurch City Hotel

Quest Cathedral Junction Serviced Apartments

Hotel 115 Christchurch

The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel

Southwark Hotel & Apartments

Other attractions near Science Alive

Transitional Cathedral

Christchurch Polytechnic Institute of Technology

Supa Karts

One New Zealand Stadium

City New Life Church

The Crossing

The Colombo

Cashel Street Shopping Area

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