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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 AU$198
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Queen Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Suite - 4 Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Renovated in 2024
Eco-friendly toiletries
Detached private bathroom
Mobile key entry
Daily housekeeping
  • 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
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Mobile key entry
Daily housekeeping
  • 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
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Digital channels
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Located in Christchurch City Centre, a neighbourhood in Christchurch, Drifter Christchurch is in the entertainment district and near a metro station. Christchurch Gondola and Lyttelton Harbour are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hagley Park and New Brighton Beach. Enjoy an event or a match at One New Zealand Stadium, and consider making time for Christchurch Botanic Gardens—a top attraction that's not to be missed. Visit our Christchurch travel guide
Map
96 Lichfield St, Christchurch, Canterbury, 8011

What's nearby

  • Christchurch
    Cathedral Square
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Botanic Gardens in Christchurch City
    Hagley Park
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Riverside Market
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
    8 min walk - 0.7 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

  • Akin
    3 min walk
  • C1 Espresso
    3 min walk
  • Smash Palace
    3 min walk
  • Pink Lady Rooftop
    2 min walk
  • Joe's Garage
    4 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 books
  • Outdoor furniture, a vending machine and evening entertainment
  • Luggage storage, a water dispenser and a TV in reception
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

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

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

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 20 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Drifter Christchurch on 2 Feb 2026 start from AU$198.31, 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

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 138 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 138 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 138 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 138 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 138 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

8/10 Good

RYOTA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is very nice.
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

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

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe, convenient location - next to tram stop & walking distance to great food venues- plus supermarket
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 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

Xuan

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

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

8/10 Good

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were excellent. Location was ideal.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niamh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value, quiet rooms, can walk everywhere
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good quiet room and modern facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay. Cool place, right in yhe middle of town. Super friendly staff and they were really efficient too! Great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Shikha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Little noise from other occupants. But nothing major.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to meet other people and very convenient location to get around Christchurch.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great facilities. Perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Pui Sze

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to The Riverside Market and Bus Terminal. Great bus service from airport to town and the hotel especially with Metro Card. Hotel is super relaxing with outdoor sitting Balcony. We will definitely come and stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Yuen Ting

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is just next to the bus terminus and also walkable to the shopping area. It is great for traveller to go near or far
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay way so nice, the hotel is very vibey and convenient location! Super cute
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chinatsu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located very close to the bus interchange whici is so convenient for tourist using metro, intercity and grayline.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024