Saint Albans stay.At this Saint Albans vacation home, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Merivale Mall and Papanui Road. St George's Hostpital and Saint Andrew's College are also within half a mile (1 km).
Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
Yellow Cafe & Roastery - 17 min walk
McDonald's - 6 min walk
Okioki - 14 min walk
Majestic At Mayfair - 16 min walk
Café On Caledonian - 19 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Urban Locale: Bars, Bites, Shops
Welcome to our brand new 2-bed, 2.5-bath haven in the heart of Merivale! Enjoy easy access to shops, supermarkets, restaurants, and bars just steps away. Our lock-and-leave setup ensures convenience, while free on-street parking and secure bike storage cater to your transport needs. With every comfort considered, you'll find everything you need for a seamless stay in this vibrant urban locale.
You have access to the entire brand new townhouse. 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms are located upstairs. Lounge, kitchen, dining and separate toilet are located downstairs. Sofa bed available in the lounge.
Both rooms are fitted with queen beds and hotel quality linen. Free on street parking and a secure bike lock up available. You are minutes walk to the heart of Merivale, where you will find Christchurch’s high end shopping mall complete with restaurants and bars.
Business travelers will love the bright fresh space and fibre internet to conduct your meetings and the access to all your shopping and eating needs just steps away from the property.
You have access to the entire townhouse
Your host Kate lives locally and is available to answer any questions or concerns throughout your stay. You'll have private access to the property via a secure key code, so there’s no need to meet in person—check-in is completely contactless for your convenience.
No parties or events are permitted.
Guests 5 and 6 will be accommodated on a double-sized sofa bed in the lounge—ideally suited to one adult or two children.
Free on-street parking is available on our quiet urban street.
Enquire about bike rental if you'd like to explore the city on two wheels.
If you would prefer to supply your own linen, I’m happy to offer a special rate with this cost removed—just let me know when booking. Due to being in a complex we have strict rules in place to ensure a peaceful stay for all guests and neighbours. We kindly ask that you refrain from making loud noise outside between the hours of 10pm and 7am. If you are unable to comply with this rule, we kindly ask that you do not book with us. Additionally parties or large gatherings are not allowed, and any unauthorised gatherings disturbing our neighbours will result in immediate cancellation with no refund. Check out time is 10am please get in touch 24 hours in advance if you would like to request a late checkout or early check in. There may be a fee.
Smoking is prohibited anywhere on the property. Please vape outside. Any damages or extra cleaning caused by smoking or pets will result in a $200 fee. We would appreciate it if our home is left in a reasonable condition, please take care when carrying bags upstairs and remove your shoes. Any additional cleaning required will be charged at $60 per hour. Please report any damages, spills or stains so we have ample time to get these sorted before next guests arrive. A charge for replacement or cleaning may be applicable.
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
383750
Frequently asked questions
How close is Urban Locale: Bars, Bites, Shops to the airport?
This vacation home is 5.9 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 Urban Locale: Bars, Bites, Shops?
As of Mar 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Urban Locale: Bars, Bites, Shops on Mar 30, 2026 start from CA $138, 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 Urban Locale: Bars, Bites, Shops have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Urban Locale: Bars, Bites, Shops to the beach?
This vacation home is 9.1 mi (25-min drive) from Sumner Beach and 6.2 mi (17-min drive) from New Brighton Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Urban Locale: Bars, Bites, Shops offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Urban Locale: Bars, Bites, Shops?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Christchurch Casino (3-min drive) is nearby.
What time is check-in at Urban Locale: Bars, Bites, Shops?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Urban Locale: Bars, Bites, Shops?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Urban Locale: Bars, Bites, Shops have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does Urban Locale: Bars, Bites, Shops have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Urban Locale: Bars, Bites, Shops to downtown Christchurch?
This vacation home is 1.4 mi away from Christchurch.
Urban Locale: Bars, Bites, Shops Reviews
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10/10 Excellent
Marianne H.
Feb 16, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was in perfect condition. Bella and I really enjoyed our stay. Thank you