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Sumner Bay MotelvsChateau on the Park - Christchurch, a DoubleTree by Hilton
Both properties are praised by writers. On balance, Chateau on the Park - Christchurch, a DoubleTree by Hilton scores significantly better than Sumner Bay Motel. Chateau on the Park - Christchurch, a DoubleTree by Hilton has a TripExpert Score of 84 with positive reviews from 6 publications such as Star Service, DK Eyewitness and Frommer's.
Sumner Bay Motel
Rough Guide
Lonely Planet
26 Marriner Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
From $108/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
- Family Friendly
Rough Guide "Stylish motel a block from the beach, with a range of studios and apartments all with a balcony or courtyard, Sky TV and DVD player. 5."
Lonely Planet "Studios and one- and two-bedroom units all have balcony or courtyard, quality furnishings and Sky TV and DVD players. Bikes and surfboards can be rented."
Chateau on the Park - Christchurch, a DoubleTree by Hilton
Fodor's
Insight Guides
DK Eyewitness
Star Service Rough Guide
Frommer's
189 Deans Ave, Christchurch 8440, New Zealand
From $87/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's "Surrounded by 5 acres of landscaped gardens, this Kiwi take on a French château even has its own boutique vineyard." Full review
Insight Guides "Quality guest rooms situated near Hagley Park, close to the city centre."
DK Eyewitness "Christchurch’s only resort-style hotel, set in five acres of gardens beside Hagley Park, and a short walk through the park from the city centre."
Star Service "A 30-minute stroll from the cathedral, this hotel is a haven of serenity amid 2 hectares of gardens with more than 150 varieties of roses and herbs." Full review
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Only a few rooms have balconies, and they are on request only.
Rough Guide "Two-hundred-room hotel, memorable for its lovely surroundings on the edge of Hagley Park, with an outdoor pool, restaurants and cocktail bar."
Frommer's "The good news here is that prices tend to be quite fair (search online and you'll likely find a better rate than what we have listed here)." Full review
