McLeans Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Lyttelton Harbour showing a marina, mountains and a bay or harbour

Lyttelton Harbour

Enjoy cafés, markets and boat trips at this scenic European port town, steeped in history and bordered by volcanic hills.

Lyttelton Harbour
Christchurch Botanic Gardens as well as a large group of people

Hagley Park

Explore the great outdoors at Hagley Park, a lovely green space in Christchurch. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.

Hagley Park
New Brighton Beach which includes surf, surfing and a beach

New Brighton Beach

Surf, spot birdlife, walk across wild sand dunes and shop for handmade goods at a weekly market at this sandy beach and coastal suburb.

New Brighton Beach
Sumner Beach showing rocky coastline

Sumner Beach

The main beach in the seaside retreat of Sumner is an idyllic place to spend a day in the sun away from the centre of Christchurch.

Sumner Beach
Christchurch featuring street scenes

Cathedral Square

You can learn about the history of Christchurch when you stop by Cathedral Square. Visit the cathedral in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Cathedral Square
Christchurch Gondola showing mountains and a gondola

Christchurch Gondola

Cruise past shimmering blue lakes and snow-capped mountains on your way to the top of Mount Cavendish.

Christchurch Gondola

Activities

Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission

Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission

AU$37
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass and Tranzalpine Day Tour

Arthur's Pass Day Tour From Christchurch with TranzAlpine

AU$353
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Arthur's Pass Day Tour From Christchurch with TranzAlpine
TranzAlpine Train

TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip

AU$358
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip
Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown

Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown

AU$356
per adult
Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown
Sun is out at Mt Cook

Mt Cook Small Group Day Tour via Lake Tekapo From Christchurch

AU$274
per adult
Mt Cook Small Group Day Tour via Lake Tekapo From Christchurch
From Christchurch: Akaroa Day Tour with Optional Cruise

From Christchurch: Akaroa Day Tour with Optional Cruise

AU$174
per adult
From Christchurch: Akaroa Day Tour with Optional Cruise
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Our pick of the best McLeans Island Hotel Deals

Novotel Christchurch Airport

Novotel Christchurch Airport

4.5 out of 5
30 Durey Road, Christchurch Airport, Christchurch, NZ
The price is AU$260 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$260
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,011 reviews)
"The hotel is very close to the airport its walkable, Room was excellent and breakfast was good."

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Novotel Christchurch Airport
Rydges Latimer Christchurch

Rydges Latimer Christchurch

4.5 out of 5
30 Latimer Square, Christchurch, Canterbury
The price is AU$137 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$137
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent facilities including the great gym. As always, the Rydges breakfast still holds the top spot against all of the hotels we have stated in."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Rydges Latimer Christchurch
Fable Christchurch

Fable Christchurch

4.5 out of 5
166 Gloucester Street, Christchurch
The price is AU$146 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
AU$146
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Fantastic location, everything was an easy walk away. Room was lovely, overall we had a great stay."

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Fable Christchurch
Sudima Christchurch City

Sudima Christchurch City

5 out of 5
47-49 Salisbury Street, Christchurch, Canterbury
The price is AU$222 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$222
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (444 reviews)
NZ Holiday
"We had a wonderful and comfortable stay in Sudima Christchurch City Hotel. The neighbourhood is quiet and there is a bus stop right in front of the hotel, making it easy for us to move around as we don't drive. It is walkable to the bus interchange and the shopping areas and eateries. Kudos to the ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025

Sudima Christchurch City
Sudima Christchurch Airport

Sudima Christchurch Airport

4.5 out of 5
550 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch
The price is AU$205 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
AU$205
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,022 reviews)
"Excellent staff"

Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025

Sudima Christchurch Airport
Hotel Give

Hotel Give

3.5 out of 5
12 Hereford Street, Christchurch
The price is AU$82 per night from 28 July to 29 July
AU$82
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (997 reviews)
"Very clean, super nice two bedroom apartment equipped with full kitchen and a coffee/espresso maker. The area is amazing with a botanical garden across the road. Will surely stay again"

Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around McLeans Island

International Antarctic Centre featuring interior views

Christchurch Airport

While Christchurch Airport may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like International Antarctic Centre and Harewood Golf Club.

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Burnside

4.5/5(354 area reviews)

Travellers come to Burnside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre and Russley Golf Club while you're in town.

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Ilam

4.5/5(24 area reviews)

Ilam is well liked for its bars. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Christchurch area, you might plan a trip to Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre or Bush Inn Centre.

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Hornby

4/5(4 area reviews)

The museums and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Hornby. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Air Force Museum of New Zealand and Riccarton Park, a few notable attractions nearby.

Hornby
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Papanui

4.5/5(87 area reviews)

Unique features of Papanui include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Northlands Shopping Centre or Papanui Road while you're exploring the area.

Papanui
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Wigram

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Parks and entertainment venues are just a few things travellers like about Wigram. A stop by Air Force Museum of New Zealand is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Wigram

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