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The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel

4.0 star property
Travelers start their day with a freshly prepared breakfast before finding inspiration on the scenic terrace at this boutique hotel near Cathedral Square.

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The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel provides a modern retreat in central Christchurch. Guests enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast while multilingual staff assist with local recommendations. The peaceful terrace offers a place to relax, and in-room WiFi keeps everyone connected.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is ā‚¬98
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan

Room options

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Standard King Room | City view

Standard King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Corner Room

Superior Corner Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hairdryer
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Legacy Internal Room - No View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Christchurch City Centre, a neighbourhood in Christchurch, The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel is near the airport. Cathedral Square is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Hagley Park and New Brighton Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a match? See what's going on at Wolfbrook Arena or Apollo Projects Stadium.
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Map
159 Manchester Street, Christchurch, 8011

What's nearby

  • Cathedral Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hagley Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Christchurch Casino - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Christchurch Public Hospital - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 13 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ā€ŖAkin - ā€¬1 min walk
  • ā€ŖC1 Espresso - ā€¬3 min walk
  • ā€ŖBanh Mi Em - ā€¬3 min walk
  • ā€ŖSmash Palace - ā€¬2 min walk
  • ā€ŖDux Central - ā€¬3 min walk

About this property

The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel

Upscale hotel near Cathedral Square
Located close to Christchurch Casino and Christchurch Public Hospital, The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel provides a terrace. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free property and a lift
  • Luggage storage, multilingual staff and a front desk safe
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 49-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Mini fridges, electric kettles and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (NZD 19 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: NZD 30 for adults and NZD 30 for children

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • 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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 5 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 49-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 4:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 50

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of NZD 150 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately NZD 30 for adults and from NZD 30 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: NZD 19 per day (951 ft away)
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 50 (subject to availability)
  • 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, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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 QualmarkĀ®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

The Muse Christchurch
The Muse Christchurch, Art
The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel Hotel
The Muse Christchurch Boutique Art Hotel
The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel Christchurch
The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel Hotel Christchurch

Frequently asked questions

Is The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel?

As of 15 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel on 17 Jan 2026 start from ā‚¬98.14, 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.

What time is check-in at The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 4:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for NZD 50 (subject to availability).

Where is The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel located?

Located in Christchurch City Centre, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Cathedral Square and Hagley Park. Christchurch Casino and Christchurch Public Hospital are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 184 out of 348 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 109 out of 348 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 348 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 348 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 348 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Shai

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very elegant and modern. Clean, quiet and centrally located.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loren

Liked: Amenities
Excellent location and rooftop bar
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant location in the heart of the city The staff were friend and great pointing out the bars and restaurants in the area
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Magdalena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very central, beautiful Views,&definitely locking forward to future Bookings
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location for bus station, sights around the city and cafes.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bethanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always excellent service, I keep returning. Clean rooms with great amenities. Really Good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location with easy access to public transport and CBD
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Khalid

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room and bathroom, vintage building with wonderful amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Marg

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed staying there. Great for a stop over in central Chch. Very clean, well organised, friendly helpful staff - felt very safe. Car parking was abit of an inconvenience but overall would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel in city close to shops and attractions. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

A weekend in Christchurch

The muse is a beautiful hotel to visit. Great location and really quiet. Make sure you grab breakfast too!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay. Nice, unique hotel. Cafe staff great... Check in experience ok.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

LORRAINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location as right need to trams and the bus interchange
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

Wonderful spot in Christchurch!

I had an easy checkin and such a wonderful view from my room! Comfortable stay and easy to get anywhere in the area
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great views and location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

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

Beautiful central hotel.

Beautiful hotel in the centre of town. O sure about parking as we arrived by train. The room was spotless and modern. Amazing shower and very quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Modern/hip Hotel

Modern hotel, unique with a wonderful view and location.The Hotel member Charles was great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was very tidy and good central location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a very enjoyable one night stay there, it was convenient as I had no car, safe as Iā€™m a senior and thoroughly enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very tidy room, clean and a central location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nicely decorated and clean room with amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Room was well appointed and presented. Much appreciated the daily room servicing. The breakfast provided from the dainty cafe downstairs was super delish. Overall a wonderful stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025