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Drifter Christchurch

3.5 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, 7-minute walk to Cathedral Square

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Located close to Cathedral Square and One New Zealand Stadium, Drifter Christchurch provides a terrace, a firepit and a coffee shop/cafe. The on-site restaurant, Rambler, offers lunch and dinner. Pilates classes and yoga classes are offered at the 24-hour gym; Drifter Christchurch also has a library, laundry facilities and an outdoor entertainment area. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is €94
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Queen Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Digital channels
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium King Suite

Premium King Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Queen Room with Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Digital channels
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Family Loft Suite with Queen and Bunk | Living area

Family Loft Suite with Queen and Bunk

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Loft Suite with Two Queen Rooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Private Suite - 8 Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Renovated in 2024
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Private Female Suite - 8 Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Renovated in 2024
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Suite - 4 Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Renovated in 2024
Detached private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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Private Suite - 8 Beds

Private Suite - 8 Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Renovated in 2024
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Single Bunk Beds

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Superior Twin Room

Superior Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Digital channels
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Map
96 Lichfield St, Christchurch, Canterbury, 8011

What's nearby

  • Riverside Market - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cathedral Square - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Hagley Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Christchurch Casino - 14 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 10 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪C1 Espresso - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Akin - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Smash Palace - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pink Lady Rooftop - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kebab Masters - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Drifter Christchurch

Hotel remodelled in 2024 and located near Cathedral Square
Located close to One New Zealand Stadium and Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre, Drifter Christchurch provides a terrace, a firepit and a coffee shop/cafe. The on-site restaurant, Rambler, offers lunch and dinner. Pilates classes and yoga classes are offered at the 24-hour gym; Drifter Christchurch also has a library, laundry facilities and an outdoor entertainment area. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Express check-out, express check-in and evening entertainment
  • A billiards/pool table, books and a TV in reception
  • A 24-hour front desk, outdoor furniture and luggage storage
Room features
All 95 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Rambler

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Evening entertainment
  • Fitness classes
  • Library
  • Pilates classes
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (160 centimetre wide door)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - June 2024
  • Rooftop garden

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests are required to download the property's Goki mobile app before check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 28 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 28 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Drifter Christchurch Christchurch
Drifter Christchurch Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Drifter Christchurch pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Drifter Christchurch?

As of 29 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Drifter Christchurch on 5 Jan 2026 start from €94.20, including 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.

How much is parking at Drifter Christchurch?

Drifter Christchurch doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Drifter Christchurch?

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

What time is check-out at Drifter Christchurch?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Drifter Christchurch located?

Located in Christchurch City Centre, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of One New Zealand Stadium, Cathedral Square and Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre. Hagley Park and Christchurch Casino are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Drifter Christchurch Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 129 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 129 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 129 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 129 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 129 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay, easy walk to the shops and dining!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hila

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is clean and is located in a central area within walking distance to many must seen sites. The staff was very friendly and nice!
Kim is the nicest and very professional staff. It was a pleasure to get to know you. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly and helpful staff
View from our room up on level 4
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abbey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic staff and excellent room (suited our family perfectly)! Right in town so close to restaurants as well.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Summer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, awesome concept the bar had really tasty sharing menu couldn’t fault my stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

RYOTA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

HAOYANG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Where hospitable staff and stylish decorations! To all landmarks walking can complete 💯!very cool !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

janet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room ,spotless throughout. Great to have big bathtowels too. Staff always helpful and comfortable beds with good quality linen
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff, room, security all out of this world great!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location right next to bus terminal, food shopping across the street, and walkable to so many great venues. The hotel offers so many different room types and includes a communal cooking, gathering space. My room (with bathroom) was small, but comfortable and quiet - with a library and outdoor space on the same floor. Have already booked it for our next visit.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shower was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was good
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xuan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, easy walking distance to all of central christchurch. Friendly staff, modern, clean facilities, good price.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cool place to stay in the cbd. Beds were super comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was fab, but lack of parking is an issue!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virgil

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

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great option
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel - was recommended to me and I would recommend to others.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great places to stay we stayed for a girls night in town and was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darshaka

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

Very Helpful Staff

Staff (Roo) were very helpful as I sustained an injury whilst out on a trek. Made our a stay very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Igor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Trendy place for your peiple but also suits families. Good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

A pleasant place to stay. Quiet and comfy bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time staying here and we loved it. Every is new and modern, and it was great having the bar downstairs - great margaritas!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025