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A modern building with a 'Garden Hotel' sign and a 'garden bar cafe' sign.

1. Garden Hotel Christchurch

Garden Hotel Christchurch
3.5 star property
5.1 km from Waimairi Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (660 reviews)
"Always a good time staying here"
Australia
Anthony
The price is P4,107
P4,724 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Garden Hotel Christchurch
A modern bar area with a fireplace, seating, and a view of the outdoors.

2. Hotel Elms Christchurch, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Hotel Elms Christchurch, an Ascend Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
8.9 km from Waimairi Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (759 reviews)
"Front desk staff when we checked in is helpful and friendly . Good location to find food nearby"
Singapore
Catherine
The price is P7,018
P8,071 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Hotel Elms Christchurch, an Ascend Collection Hotel
An aerial view of a modern building with a rooftop garden, multiple terraces, and a variety of outdoor seating areas.

3. Commodore Airport Hotel

Commodore Airport Hotel
4.5 star property
Burnside, 13.1 km from Waimairi Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Friendly staff, convenient location near airport, with many amenities to enjoy."
United States
Pedro
The price is P10,961
P12,606 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Commodore Airport Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window offering a view of the cityscape.

4. Sudima Christchurch Airport

Sudima Christchurch Airport
4.5 star property
Christchurch Airport, 13.7 km from Waimairi Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,179 reviews)
"Location was great by the airport with small mall nearby."
Australia
Theresa
The price is P12,764
P14,678 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Sudima Christchurch Airport
A modern building with multiple balconies, a covered entrance, and a parking area.

5. Rydges Latimer Christchurch

Rydges Latimer Christchurch
4.5 star property
Christchurch City Centre, 8.5 km from Waimairi Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Friendly and helpful staff. Clean and comfortable rooms. Delicious breakfast. And a fab location!"
Australia
Anna
The price is P8,613
P9,904 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Rydges Latimer Christchurch
A hotel room with a bed, a small bedside table, a mirror, an air conditioning unit, and a door leading to another room.

6. Cranford Oak Motel

Cranford Oak Motel
3.0 star property
Saint Albans, 7.4 km from Waimairi Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (348 reviews)
"Great locations very well priced very friendly stsff definitely stay again that will be 3 time staying 😀"
Australia
Paul
The price is P4,838
P5,564 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Cranford Oak Motel
A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a sign that reads 'RAMADA.'

7. Ramada Suites by Wyndham Christchurch City

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Christchurch City
4.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre, 9 km from Waimairi Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (862 reviews)
"Centrally located, easy walk to many of Christchurch’s downtown attractions."
Canada
Mark
The price is P7,704
P8,860 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Christchurch City
A spacious lobby with a modern bar area, seating arrangements, and a large window providing natural light.

8. Novotel Christchurch Airport

Novotel Christchurch Airport
4.5 star property
Christchurch Airport, 14 km from Waimairi Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,125 reviews)
"convenient, quiet, clean accommodation"
Australia
jignesh
The price is P16,881
P19,413 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Novotel Christchurch Airport
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

9. Southwark Hotel & Apartments

Southwark Hotel & Apartments
4.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre, 9.2 km from Waimairi Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,123 reviews)
"Lovely apartment and brilliant location."
Australia
Kelly
The price is P6,012
P6,914 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Southwark Hotel & Apartments
A modern building with multiple floors, large windows, and a visible restaurant named 'Accor Live Limitless'.

10. BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
3.5 star property
Christchurch City Centre, 9 km from Waimairi Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,041 reviews)
"Great location helpful staff good price"
United Kingdom
Emma
The price is P3,243
P3,729 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

11. Carnmore Hotel Christchurch

Carnmore Hotel Christchurch
4.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre, 8.5 km from Waimairi Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (963 reviews)
"Nice hotel"
United States
James
The price is P7,420
P8,533 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Carnmore Hotel Christchurch
A modern hotel with multiple floors, outdoor seating, and illuminated entryways.

12. V Motel

V Motel
3.0 star property
8.3 km from Waimairi Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (223 reviews)
"best place to stay with family"
Australia
kharmie
The price is P5,118
P5,885 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
V Motel
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in microwave, and a dishwasher.

13. Quest on Cambridge

Quest on Cambridge
3.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre, 9.4 km from Waimairi Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (332 reviews)
"Great location on river path and 3 minutes walk to city center."
United States
Kenneth
The price is P7,498
P8,622 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Quest on Cambridge
A swimming pool with a hot tub and a covered seating area, surrounded by a white building with large windows and blue lighting.

14. Pavilions Hotel

Pavilions Hotel
4.0 star property
Merivale, 8.7 km from Waimairi Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Safe and clean"
Australia
Katie
The price is P5,412
P6,224 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Pavilions Hotel
A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living room with a sofa and a coffee table.

15. Airport Christchurch Motel

Airport Christchurch Motel
4.5 star property
Burnside, 12.7 km from Waimairi Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (636 reviews)
"The whole unit was lovely"
Australia
Kay
The price is P6,132
P7,052 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Airport Christchurch Motel
A modern reception area with a receptionist, wooden paneling, and a unique ceiling design.

16. Crowne Plaza Christchurch by IHG

Crowne Plaza Christchurch by IHG
4.5 star property
Christchurch City Centre, 8.8 km from Waimairi Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice room, felt clean and great views from level 16"
Australia
Daniel
The price is P11,275
P12,966 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Crowne Plaza Christchurch by IHG
A modern hotel with a distinctive circular logo, multiple windows, and a prominent entrance.

17. Christchurch City Hotel

Christchurch City Hotel
4.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre, 9.1 km from Waimairi Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (708 reviews)
"Located in the middle of town which I love and very easy access"
Singapore
Eugene
The price is P9,223
P10,606 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Christchurch City Hotel
A spacious lobby with a central yellow ottoman, a staircase, and multiple seating areas.

18. Distinction Christchurch Hotel

Distinction Christchurch Hotel
4.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre, 9 km from Waimairi Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (680 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay. Everything we could ever need for a weekend away."
Australia
Lisa
The price is P8,707
P10,013 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Distinction Christchurch Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, a wardrobe, and an air conditioning unit.

19. Airport Gateway Christchurch

Airport Gateway Christchurch
3.5 star property
Burnside, 12.8 km from Waimairi Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Did its job, we needed to anchor down for the night before an early morning flight and it was super close to the airport and a comfy bed."
Australia
Kunal
The price is P6,849
P7,877 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Airport Gateway Christchurch
A modern building with multiple floors, outdoor seating area, and decorative metal panels.

20. Hotel Give

Hotel Give
3.5 star property
Christchurch City Centre, 9.5 km from Waimairi Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Kevin
The price is P3,946
P4,538 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Hotel Give
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Compare top hotels in Waimairi Beach

A modern building with a 'Garden Hotel' sign and a 'garden bar cafe' sign.

Garden Hotel Christchurch

3.5 star property
5.1 km from Waimairi Beach
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A modern bar area with a fireplace, seating, and a view of the outdoors.

Hotel Elms Christchurch, an Ascend Collection Hotel

4.0 star property
8.9 km from Waimairi Beach
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An aerial view of a modern building with a rooftop garden, multiple terraces, and a variety of outdoor seating areas.

Commodore Airport Hotel

4.5 star property
Burnside, 13.1 km from Waimairi Beach
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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window offering a view of the cityscape.

Sudima Christchurch Airport

4.5 star property
Christchurch Airport, 13.7 km from Waimairi Beach
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A modern building with multiple balconies, a covered entrance, and a parking area.

Rydges Latimer Christchurch

4.5 star property
Christchurch City Centre, 8.5 km from Waimairi Beach
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8.2
Very good
660 reviews
8.8
Excellent
759 reviews
9.8
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
1,179 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
1,004 reviews
The price is P4,107
P4,724 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
The price is P7,018
P8,071 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
The price is P10,961
P12,606 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
The price is P12,764
P14,678 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The price is P8,613
P9,904 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
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Where to stay in Waimairi Beach

Find the best Waimairi Beach areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A colorful street with a tram, outdoor cafes, and a restaurant named "The Nook Thai".

Christchurch City Centre

Explore the picturesque and vibrant heart of the city that is getting back to normal after a series of devastating earthquakes.

A mountainous landscape with a cable car system, a sign for Crater Rim Walkway, and a lake in the distance.

Christchurch Airport

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Christchurch Airport and surrounding area, you can visit International Antarctic Centre and Harewood Golf Club.

A large, historic house with red trim and multiple chimneys.

Riccarton

A noteworthy feature of Riccarton is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Westfield Riccarton Mall and Riccarton Road.

A cityscape with a mix of modern and historic buildings, surrounded by green parks and a river.

Merivale

Merivale is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Merivale Mall or Papanui Road.

A coastal town with a harbor, surrounded by hills and a large body of water.

Sydenham

Sydenham is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like The Colombo and Supa Karts.

Top Waimairi Beach Hotel Reviews

Southwark Hotel & Apartments

Southwark Hotel & Apartments

10/10 Excellent
"Great accomodation for the price, the location is awesome if you are going to the new stadium, with plenty of bars, restaurants and cafes within easy walking distance"
Jack 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Southwark Hotel & Apartments

Frequently asked questions

What is Waimairi Beach like?
Travelers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Christchurch's Waimairi Beach neighborhood. Are you looking for Waimairi Beach travel tips? Be sure to check out Bottle Lake Forest Park and New Brighton Beach while you're in the neighborhood.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Waimairi Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals in Waimairi Beach.
What is there to do in this Christchurch neighborhood?
A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Waimairi Beach are Bottle Lake Forest Park and New Brighton Beach. While you're out sightseeing, Travis Wetland Nature Heritage Park and Taiora QEII Recreation and Sports Centre are a couple of additional sights to visit in Christchurch.

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