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Scenic Hotel Cotswold

4.0 star property
4-star Victorian hotel near Christchurch Casino

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A reception area with a sign, a pathway leading to a building, and flower arrangements.
A swimming pool with a stone wall and wooden deck furniture.
A buffet setup with various food stations and a long counter with dishes.
A modern hotel room with a sofa, a round coffee table, a dining table with chairs, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a round coffee table, a sofa set, and a large clock on the wall.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym

Explore the area

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88-96 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch, 8014
  • Place, Papanui Road
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hagley Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Christchurch Casino
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Executive King Studio

Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Executive King Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Executive One Bedroom King Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, two sofas, a desk, and a TV.

Studio, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom (Queen)

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a dining table with chairs.

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Queen)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Studio

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, two armchairs, a TV, and framed artwork on the wall.

Executive Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a dresser, and a window with curtains.

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms

A modern hotel room with a sofa, armchairs, a dining table, and a TV.

Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 52 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Economy Room, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

A hotel room with two beds, a small kitchenette, a dining table, and a red chair.

Economy Room, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Studio, 2 Double Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a dining table, a TV, and a sofa.

Studio, 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Royal Suite

Royal Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Christchurch

Central Christchurch getaway .Your stay at this Merivale hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Christchurch Casino and Mona Vale. Canterbury Museum and Christchurch Public Hospital are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Papanui Road - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Bealey Avenue - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Merivale Mall - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hagley Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Christchurch Casino - 14 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 10 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Okioki - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Vic's Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy's Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Strawberry Fare - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Scenic Hotel Cotswold

4-star Victorian hotel near Christchurch Casino
Scenic Hotel Cotswold offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities are also featured at Scenic Hotel Cotswold. Free self parking is available.

This Victorian Christchurch hotel is smoke free.

  • 77 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1984
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Scenic Hotel Cotswold offers 77 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Televisions come with digital channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 36 for adults and NZD 18 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from June 1 to September 30:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 35.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 36 for adults and NZD 18 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 35.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in November and close in May.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Property class

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Heartland Cotswold
Heartland Cotswold Christchurch
Heartland Cotswold Hotel
Heartland Hotel Cotswold
Heartland Hotel Cotswold Christchurch
Heartland Hotel Christchurch

Frequently asked questions

How close is Scenic Hotel Cotswold to the airport?

Scenic Hotel Cotswold is 6 mi (17-min drive) away from the Christchurch International Airport (CHC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Scenic Hotel Cotswold?

As of Jul 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Scenic Hotel Cotswold on Aug 8, 2026 start from CA $77, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Scenic Hotel Cotswold have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Scenic Hotel Cotswold.

How close is Scenic Hotel Cotswold to the beach?

This hotel is 6.7 mi (19-min drive) from New Brighton Beach and 8.4 mi (22-min drive) from Sumner Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Scenic Hotel Cotswold offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Scenic Hotel Cotswold, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 36 for adults and NZD 18 for children. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Scenic Hotel Cotswold?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Christchurch Casino (15-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Scenic Hotel Cotswold?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Scenic Hotel Cotswold?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Scenic Hotel Cotswold have a pool?

Scenic Hotel Cotswold features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM.The pool is closed seasonally each year from June 1 to September 30.

Does Scenic Hotel Cotswold have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Scenic Hotel Cotswold have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Scenic Hotel Cotswold to downtown Christchurch?

Scenic Hotel Cotswold is 1.1 mi away from Christchurch.

Scenic Hotel Cotswold Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 367 out of 807 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 280 out of 807 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 108 out of 807 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 807 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 807 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for families, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Wei Heng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Corene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and was a great location for our quick visit
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely themed hotel (Tudor Times).
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was nice and bars are not far of a walk
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious comfortable well appointed room (2 bedroom suite- had lovely large living area), comfortable beds, quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From check-in to check-out everything was excellent. Room was specious and super clean. It felt like home. Perfect location. I highly recommend that hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Athena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our suite was roomy and comfortable. The ground of the hotel is well maintained. The restaurant serves delicious food. The staff was helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Could not fault anything about the place
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were wonderful. Could not have been more friendly or helpful. Amenities are great and even though we were in an older room it was spacious and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful say was had - room good and staff brilliant
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mirza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything is good
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mathew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

Karina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We stay in the economy room, it was clean but the property is very old and in need of some TLC, however very clean and we were able to walk into the city centre easily.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and attentive the room was lovely and wanted for nothing. All in all a most pleasurable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

JASMIN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and amzing place to stay. Quiet and peaceful. Good service from staff and very clean and tidy rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brendon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were great, rooms were excelent and very good vslue
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Moira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the unusual style of the place, staff were extremely helpful. Bed very comfortable, accommodation very roomy.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Cold water pool, rooms varied from new/ modern to 1950’s, laundry facilities are poor, staff friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We are a couple over 70 years old (elderly). They booked a room on the first floor and not on the ground floor !
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Corrado

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Easy to find...the shower was poor and there was no microwave oven or sink.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Juliet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for the price. Swimming pool area lovely
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nadine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff and the room 😀
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice place for business and family, Nice have an upgraded room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great overnight stay lovely
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025