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Vagabond BackpackersvsChateau on the Park - Christchurch, a DoubleTree by Hilton
Both properties are praised by experts. On balance, Chateau on the Park - Christchurch, a DoubleTree by Hilton ranks significantly higher than Vagabond Backpackers. Chateau on the Park - Christchurch, a DoubleTree by Hilton has a TripExpert Score of 84 with accolades from 6 sources including Rough Guide, Star Service and Frommer's.
Vagabond Backpackers
Rough Guide
Lonely Planet
232 Worcester Street, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand
From $0/night
- Laundry Service
- Free Parking
- Baggage storage
Rough Guide "Very friendly place with only thirty beds, some in an annexe at the back of the house; all are well kept, quiet and clean."
Lonely Planet "This old place is reminiscent of a big shared house, with a grungy ambience that is matched by prices that are cheaper than most" Full review
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
