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very friendly stuff who will give you so much useful information (also on getting around for free or the lowest price when you have a heavy suitcase). the distance to the city center is 20 minutes walk through a nice park. but even though it is quite far away from the attractions in town it...more very friendly stuff who will give you so much useful information (also on getting around for free or the lowest price when you have a heavy suitcase). the distance to the city center is 20 minutes walk through a nice park. but even though it is quite far away from the attractions in town it really is a cool place to stay and you feel as the most welcomed prisoner ever.close
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by dana-d
– posted on Feb 8, 2007
11Only there briefly - not the most aesthetically outstanding city but there's heaps to see and do in the area around Christchurch with some stunning scenery. Lots of restaurants, bars and plenty of accomodation... Good skiing to be had a Mt Hutt (slightly scary drive up). Strongly recommend the...more Only there briefly - not the most aesthetically outstanding city but there's heaps to see and do in the area around Christchurch with some stunning scenery. Lots of restaurants, bars and plenty of accomodation... Good skiing to be had a Mt Hutt (slightly scary drive up). Strongly recommend the scenic drive from Christchurch to Queenstown - amazing scenery, easy driving.close
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by sarah4404
– posted on Sep 1, 2006
12Definitely a nice big town as opposed to a city!! Lots to do... museum botanic gardens, arts centre... there was street entertainment the time we were there excellent...markets there as well. Will be spending a further 2 days here before heading off and happy to do so lots of nice places to eat...more Definitely a nice big town as opposed to a city!! Lots to do... museum botanic gardens, arts centre... there was street entertainment the time we were there excellent...markets there as well. Will be spending a further 2 days here before heading off and happy to do so lots of nice places to eat outclose
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by Phedu
– posted on Jul 30, 2006
10Top Rated Christchurch Places to Stay
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The Old Countryhouse 88%
The staff were very friendly. Nothing was too much trouble. Loved the complimentary freshly baked bread they made for the guests daily.
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by sandrawest233216
– posted on Nov 2008 1Our room was next to a main street and was therefore very noisy. The location was further away from town than we desired. The hostel is very lovely and the staff was great.
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Jailhouse Accommodation 88%
The only problem with this hostel was the location. It is a 15min bus journey to the centre of Christchurch but buses are very frequent apart from Sundays. The place is immaculate and beds are unbelievably comfortable. Great kitchen facilities and staff very friendly.
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by jennied-2008
– posted on Nov 2008 3I really enjoyed my stay. It is just a shame that it is quite far from the city centre.
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by mandywhitehouse6930
– posted on Nov 2008 1- add a review
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Thomas Hotel - on Hereford 86%
Definately the best place to stay in Christchurch in every way especially location superb
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by iaincdawn
– posted on Nov 2008 12The hostel was very clean and quiet, and the staff was great. The location cannot be beat-- it's right in between Cathedral Square and the Botanic Gardens, just across from the market. Everything is within easy walking distance.
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by wackykat8313
– posted on Nov 2008 5- add a review
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Hotel So 86%
An amazing hotel for the price. Very comfortable and swarve. Great location but not the best place to meet people.
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by scotthedog1988
– posted on Nov 2008 6Hard to believe such a swanky place could fit into a tight budget, but it did - and very pleased I was of this!
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Stonehurst Accommodation 84%
Good location and staffs are very friendly!
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by imakumaku8709
– posted on Oct 2008 2The kitchen was quite badly equipped and not a very relaxing environment to cook in. Fridges were in the dorms ?!Also, the lounge area was really brightly lit with few couches so wasnt a very relaxing place on an evening. The dorm room was adequate but there were no ladders upto the top bunks and...
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by kickinkat481165
– posted on Aug 2008 10- add a review
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Top Rated Christchurch Restaurants
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Hummingbird Bar/ Cafe100%
This place is a gold mine, I went there at 6pm and it was already full. They have a a tapas menu , I had two tapas and they were good. I had a sirloin as a tapa, they give you a small piece , it was cooked perfectly and just melts in your mouth. I also had calamari rings which were also beautiful and presented very well. As a side, I had garlic potatoes...
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by Lorraineoreilly
– posted on Jul 2007 
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Sticky Fingers100%
Sticky Fingers manages perfectly the difficult task of successfully combining a trendy fun bar with a great atmosphere with a great restaurant with lovely food that doesn’t break the bank. The athmosphere in the bar is lively and the clientele are very laid back. The staff are very attentive and even entertain the occasional bit of flirting. Try the seafood...
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by mrlacey
– posted on Apr 2007 
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Swim with Dolphins100%
Brilliant experience and well worth the money. They are cute, friendly and love to play. Almost welcoming you into their "home". Only problem was it was FREEZING
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by Gillian
– posted on Apr 2007 
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City life60%
Christchurch is a really pretty city but not very big. Having lived in Dublin for years before going here I didn't find it the most exciting of cities. I was there during the rugby Lions Tour and it was really the tourists that made the week. There are plusses to Christchurch, as I said there is lots to see in it and the surrounding beach towns are very cute...
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by Cliona
– posted on May 2007 
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City60%
Christchurch is a really pretty city but not very big. Having lived in Dublin for years before going here I didn't find it the most exciting of cities. I was there during the rugby Lions Tour and it was really the tourists that made the week. There are pluses to Christchurch, as I said there is lots to see in it and the surrounding beach towns are very cute...
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