Fable Christchurch

4.5 star property
4.5-star luxury hotel near Hagley Park

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Lobby sitting area
Fireplace
2-bedroom Suite | Terrace/patio
32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV, iPod dock
Superior Queen Room

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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166 Gloucester Street, Christchurch, 8011
  • Place, Cathedral Square
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Christchurch Casino
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

2-bedroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 69 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Superior King Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(35 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Queen Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(48 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Junior Suite

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

1-bedroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Christchurch

Central Christchurch getaway .With a stay at this Christchurch City Centre hotel, you'll be steps from New Regent Street and Isaac Theatre Royal. Tūranga Library and Cathedral Square are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Cathedral Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Christchurch Casino - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Hagley Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Christchurch Public Hospital - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 12 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Church Brew Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Market Place - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Child Sister - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sakimoto - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Casa Publica - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Fable Christchurch

4.5-star luxury hotel near Hagley Park
Fable Christchurch offers its guests a sauna and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 420 square feet (39 square meters) and includes conference space. The luxury Fable Christchurch also features multilingual staff, concierge services, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4.5-star Christchurch hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 171 guestrooms or units
  • 22 levels
  • 420 sq ft of conference space
  • 39 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2010
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Fable Christchurch offers 171 accommodations with iPod docking stations and minibars. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels and pay movies. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Christchurch hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, laptop-compatible safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 4-device limit
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Secured valet parking on site (NZD 35 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 30 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Sauna
  • 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.
  • Elevator (43 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (39 inches high)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (47 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels
  • iPod dock
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property is not suitable for guests who are required to quarantine, due to the property's communal areas.
This property's parking facilities have maximum vehicle dimensions of 16 feet (5 meters) length, 6.5 feet (2 meters) width, 5.9 feet (1.8 meters) height, and 2 tons in weight.

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 45.0 per night.

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 full breakfast: approximately NZD 30 per person
  • Secured valet parking fee: NZD 35 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 45.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

This property provides limited WiFi access up to 1 mbps for up to 4 devices per room. Additional access is available for a fee.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 4-device limit.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Christchurch Rendezvous Hotel
Rendezvous Christchurch
Rendezvous Hotel Christchurch

Fable Christchurch Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 597 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 283 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1001 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Johnatas

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, good food, lovely room and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike, Pauanui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were extremely friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nal

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

LISA

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is excellent for dining options and is a short walk from a major bus route.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Handy location and all staff we dealt with were excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nemanja

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and welcoming staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

KEVIN

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall was a excellent stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rex

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Such a great stay with everything we needed and a fabulous location! Right opposite New Regent St for dinner and the Isaac Theatre Royal for our concert. Fabulous value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Modern, great location

The hotel was modern, centrally located with fast lifts and good view's. Loved the adjoining restaurant and bar, great service too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Eded

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emelia

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the service and the suite. Quiet. Tidy and clean room. Comfortable bedding and blackout curtains. Spa bath was amazing, and the little bag of epsom salts left by housekeeping was so cute, and the perfect touch for me. Only downside was the shower pressure
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil Stephen Braceno

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Stayed 11 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was clean and great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location and great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fable Hotel, Christchurch, New Zealand

Great, central location next to Vintage tram depot. Friendly, helpful staff. Comfortable bed. Large shower in ensuite. Breakfast well presented in restaurant. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damon

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful staff. Great facilities. Decent wifi
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elgan

Awesome location!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025