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Scenic Hotel Cotswold

3.0 star property
Victorian Christchurch hotel in Merivale with free parking

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Exterior
Reception
Bar (on property)
Seasonal outdoor pool
Courtyard

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
The current price is AU$170
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar

Room options

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Economy Room, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

Economy Room, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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40-inch TV with digital channels

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Queen)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Executive Studio

Executive Studio

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Heated bathroom floor
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Royal Suite

Royal Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Two Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Royal Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Motor Inn Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive King Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive One Bedroom King Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

One-Bedroom Suite Queen

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
88-96 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch, 8014

What's nearby

  • Papanui Road - 1 min walk
  • Christchurch Casino - 15 min walk
  • Mona Vale - 19 min walk
  • Christchurch Public Hospital - 5 min drive
  • University of Canterbury - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 6 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Sprig + Fern Merivale - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Boo Radley's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tudors Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Scenic Hotel Cotswold

Eco-certified hotel near Christchurch Casino
Located close to Mona Vale and Canterbury Museum, Scenic Hotel Cotswold provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Tudors Restaurant, the on-site restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a gym and a business centre.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station and 1 meeting room
  • A 24-hour front desk, a front desk safe and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 77 rooms offer amenities such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 40-inch TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and electric kettles

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee: NZD 34 for adults and NZD 17 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Tudors Restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 35.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately NZD 34 for adults and from NZD 17 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 35.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from September to May
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Heartland Cotswold
Heartland Cotswold Christchurch
Heartland Cotswold Hotel
Heartland Hotel Cotswold
Heartland Hotel Cotswold Christchurch
Heartland Hotel Christchurch

Frequently asked questions

Does Scenic Hotel Cotswold have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Scenic Hotel Cotswold?

As of 21 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Scenic Hotel Cotswold on 23 Mar 2025 start from AU$170.19, 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.

Is Scenic Hotel Cotswold pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Scenic Hotel Cotswold?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Scenic Hotel Cotswold?

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

What time is check-out at Scenic Hotel Cotswold?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Scenic Hotel Cotswold located?

Located in Merivale, this eco-certified hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Christchurch Casino, Mona Vale and Canterbury Museum. Christchurch Public Hospital and Riccarton House are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Scenic Hotel Cotswold Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 264 out of 650 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 248 out of 650 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 650 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 650 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 650 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Beautiful hotel with plenty dining options just down the street and one restaurant conveniently located right next to the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerhard

Convenient for tourism - shopping within ten minutes walk
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Lois

Liked: Amenities
Bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Very nice hotel. Clean and pleasant location. We were upgraded to a suite upon check in - nice surprise. Restaurant onsite was good. We walked to Christchurch center - location is good. Plenty of parking onsite.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grahame

Location and convenience.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Beautifully appointed rooms. Immaculately clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Enjoyed our stay, walked into the central city, it’s a bit of a hike but certainly doable. Kitchen had all the basics. Room was tidy and bed comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Fabulous location, clean tidy and rates are affordable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Lovely! A home away from home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

I loved the charm of the hotel and staff were lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Very comfortable and would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Emaad

A good place to stay and park your car for the family. We had a clean and spacious 2 bed room suite. Friendly staff ! Book early to get a good price .
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara Anne

Yes slept well, clean, comfortable, and good location for us. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

padmashri

Staff extremely friendly and helpful. On request Check out time was extended to help sick kids in family get extended rest.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

The refurbished rooms are lovely , good size great decor
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Good sized room and comfy bed. Heated floor in the bathroom was a plus! Ample parking and the theming is good too
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Loved it here
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANDREW

Nice, quite location and rooms were nice
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grant

We had a lovely break away. The meal we had was amazing and thd kitchen took into account my dietary needs. Staff were helpful and full of smiles
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

John

Friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garry

Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

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Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Irene

The complex was very nice and well maintained. A short walk down ro local shops and cafés
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Perfect for a convenient stopover in Chch
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda

The property was clean and tidy easy to find, staff was great
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Nice Bathroom & Property Cleanliness
Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Star Rating
3.5