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Elm Tree HousevsChester Street Backpackers
Both Elm Tree House and Chester Street Backpackers are endorsed by professional travelers. On balance, Elm Tree House scores slightly higher than Chester Street Backpackers. Elm Tree House scores 77 with approval from 3 reviewers such as Frommer's, Lonely Planet and Fodor's.
Elm Tree House
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Frommer's
236 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch 8001, New Zealand
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Free Parking
Fodor's "If you'd prefer a friendly experience away from the city center, this B&B should fit the bill."
Lonely Planet "Built in the 1920s, elegant Elm Tree House has six stylish rooms and suites, a dining area leading to sunny rose gardens, and a spacious, wood-lined guests' lounge with a working..."
Frommer's "Original wood paneling throughout gives it a warm, homey feeling, though there are fun, quirky touches...all the rooms are big, amenity-laden and handsomely appointed, with cheery paint jobs" Full review
Chester Street Backpackers
Rough Guide Lonely Planet
148 Chester St East, Christchurch, New Zealand
From $0/night
- Laundy Room
- Free Parking
- Baggage storage
Rough Guide "This is the city’s smallest hostel and feels more like a shared house with comfy doubles and a three-bed dorm. ... Pleasant garden."
Lonely Planet "This relaxed wooden villa is painted in bright colours and has a huge library in the sunny front room. The friendly house cat is a regular guest at hostel barbecues." Full review
