Christchurch
A restored 1890s Italianate villa on Worcester Boulevard, minutes on foot from the Botanic Gardens, the Arts Centre and the rebuilt city centre. Fifteen individually styled rooms, from a single to the Shelley Suite, with a cooked breakfast served each morning.
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Address: 17 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8013, New Zealand
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The rooms
Rates shown are per night for the current summer season (1 October 2026 to 30 April 2027) in New Zealand Dollars, including GST and breakfast. Seasonal rates through to April 2028 are listed under each room.
$661 per night
King bed · Private ensuite
Room 15, the villa's signature suite. A king bed, a separate sitting area large enough for a small meeting and the most space in the house.
$536 per night
Queen bed plus a twin · Private ensuite
Rooms 10 and 11. Flexible rooms for families or friends travelling together, sleeping up to four.
$479 per night
Queen bed · Private ensuite
Rooms 1 and 2, at the front of the original villa, with high ceilings and period detailing.
$479 per night
Queen bed · Private ensuite
Room 12, a quiet queen room on the upper floor.
$450 per night
Queen bed · Private ensuite
Rooms 3 and 4. Comfortable, characterful and good value for a couple.
$383 per night
Queen bed · Private ensuite
Rooms 5, 6 and 8. Well set up for a work trip or a short city stay.
$287 per night
Single bed · Private ensuite
Room 7, for one guest travelling solo.
Winter rates apply 1 May to 30 September. The Superdeluxe Queen Twin takes up to four guests at $120 per additional guest, per night.
Our relationship
We book rooms at The Classic Villa for guests who want character in central Christchurch, and we pair stays with airport transfers, rental cars and the drive south or over to the West Coast.
Choose your dates and room on our booking page and we'll confirm availability and rates within one business day.
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