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Rydges Latimer Christchurch

Property class: 4.5
4.5-star luxury hotel near Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre

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A modern building with multiple balconies, a covered entrance, and a parking area.
A bar area with wooden flooring, leather seating, and a bar counter with a variety of bottles.
A modern kitchen with a large island, a dining area with a view, and a living area with a sofa and a coffee table.
An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, stone pillars, and umbrellas.
A room with a large window, a table with a vase of flowers, and two chairs.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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30 Latimer Square, Christchurch, Canterbury, 8011
  • Place, Cathedral Square
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Hagley Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Family Two Bedroom

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a framed picture on the wall.

Family Two Bedroom

  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Superior Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, and a vase of flowers.

Superior Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(35 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Superior King Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Superior King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a small table with a vase, and a view of the city through large windows.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Two Bedroom Apartment

A modern hotel room with a large bed, dark carpet, a small ottoman, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of the city through the window.

Two Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 180 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains, a nightstand with a lamp, and a vase with flowers.

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Premier Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains, a lamp, and a vase with flowers.

Premier Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Premier Exclusive

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the city through large windows.

Premier Exclusive

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Premier Suite, 1 Bedroom

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the city through large windows.

Premier Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Executive King

A hotel room with a large bed, two red armchairs, a small table, and a view through large windows.

Executive King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Executive Premier

A hotel room with a large bed, two red armchairs, a small table, and a view through large windows.

Executive Premier

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Superior Room, Accessible, Ground Floor

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Superior Room, Accessible, Ground Floor

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

About the area

Christchurch

Central Christchurch getaway .Within a 15-minute walk of this Christchurch City Centre hotel, you'll find Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre and Riverside Market. Christchurch Casino and Hagley Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Cathedral Square - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Riverside Market - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Christchurch Casino - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Hagley Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 12 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Child Sister - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Church Brew Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Smokey T's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Casa Publica - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Rydges Latimer Christchurch

4.5-star luxury hotel near Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. There are 11 meeting rooms available. A fitness center, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury Rydges Latimer Christchurch. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Christchurch hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 175 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 2013
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Rydges Latimer Christchurch offers 175 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. 42-inch LED televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered self parking on site (NZD 29 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 42 for adults and NZD 24 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Elevator (39 inch wide door)
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways (35 inches high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.00 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 60.00 per night.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 42 for adults and NZD 24 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: NZD 29 per day
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 60.00 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.00 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property class

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Rydges Latimer Christchurch to the airport?

Rydges Latimer Christchurch is 6.8 mi (20-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 Rydges Latimer Christchurch?

As of Oct 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rydges Latimer Christchurch on Nov 1, 2026 start from CA $191, 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 Rydges Latimer Christchurch have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Rydges Latimer Christchurch.

How close is Rydges Latimer Christchurch to the beach?

This hotel is 6.8 mi (18-min drive) from Sumner Beach and 6.5 mi (16-min drive) from New Brighton Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Rydges Latimer Christchurch offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Rydges Latimer Christchurch, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 42 for adults and NZD 24 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Rydges Latimer Christchurch?

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

What time is check-in at Rydges Latimer Christchurch?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Rydges Latimer Christchurch?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for NZD 29 per day.

Does Rydges Latimer Christchurch have a pool?

Rydges Latimer Christchurch does not have a pool.

Does Rydges Latimer Christchurch have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Rydges Latimer Christchurch have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Rydges Latimer Christchurch to downtown Christchurch?

Rydges Latimer Christchurch is 0.4 mi away from Christchurch.

Rydges Latimer Christchurch Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 651 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 268 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1004 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
perfect location near One NZ Stadium, very friendly and helpful staff, great breakfast and comfortable, quiet room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, excellent central location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant accomodation and awesome bar! Just a cool place to hang out 😀
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location, clean room, comfy bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and great restaurant and bar
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were helpful and friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed a comfortable stay - even tried to book for November however the hotel is fully booked so willing to come back...
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location. Restaurant on site was amazing, beautiful food 😍
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Had a lovely three nights here, comfortable beds, excellent shower with heaps of water pressure. Ate at the restaurant each night. The restaurant staff are very good at their job. Also must say the lamb shoulder and aged beef were excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for my conference
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reception was helpful and booking in was simple. Dining at Bloody Mary's was superb.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, great location and a wonderful breakfast buffet.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dinner at Mad Mary’s was a bit underwhelming. Other than that its was a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was super easy and clean the staff were super helpful and lovely
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel to stay at for events at the new Te Kaha stadium! Restaurant is amazing too! Would recommend and can't wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Restaurant is quite good
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast menu was fresh N delicious food. Excellent staff service
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, friendly staff, and great breakfast! Will definitely stay here the next time in town.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large central modern hotel in great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This location was terrific and staff made the stay wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were all friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and great restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025