Ilam Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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

Lyttelton Harbour

4/5(348 reviews)

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

Lyttelton Harbour
Sumner Beach showing rocky coastline

Sumner Beach

4.5/5(272 reviews)

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
New Brighton Beach which includes surf, surfing and a beach

New Brighton Beach

4/5(293 reviews)

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
Christchurch Botanic Gardens as well as a large group of people

Hagley Park

4.5/5(615 reviews)

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
Christchurch Gondola showing mountains and a gondola

Christchurch Gondola

4.5/5(204 reviews)

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

Christchurch Gondola
Christchurch featuring street scenes

Cathedral Square

4/5(58 reviews)

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

Activities

5-Day Great Southern Circle Tour from Christchurch

5-Day Great Southern Circle Tour from Christchurch

AU$2,155
Per adult
5-Day Great Southern Circle Tour from Christchurch
Mountain view in christchurch

Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train

AU$386
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train
Wine tasters at lunch on balcony at Waipara Valley wine tour in New Zealand.

Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch

AU$154
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch
4-Day Great Southern Circle Tour

4-Day Great Southern Circle Tour

AU$1,692
Per adult
4-Day Great Southern Circle Tour
From Christchurch: Kaikoura Whale Watching Day Tour

From Christchurch: Kaikoura Whale Watching Day Tour

AU$309
Per adult
From Christchurch: Kaikoura Whale Watching Day Tour
From Christchurch: 1-Way Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Tour

From Christchurch: 1-Way Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Tour

AU$181
Per adult
From Christchurch: 1-Way Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Tour
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Our pick of the best Ilam Hotel Deals

Novotel Christchurch Airport
Novotel Christchurch Airport
4.5 out of 5
30 Durey Road, Christchurch Airport, Christchurch, NZ
The price is AU$258 per night from 13 Dec to 14 Dec
AU$258
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
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! (789 reviews)
"Loved the outlook onto airport The bus to town convenient and to timetable Was able to have late checkout at no additional cost Only thing was the shower not very strong But would book again"

Reviewed on 18 Nov. 2024

Novotel Christchurch Airport
Sudima Christchurch Airport
Sudima Christchurch Airport
4.5 out of 5
550 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$157 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
AU$157
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
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! (1,001 reviews)
great
"the whole experience was great totally satisfied I had meal in the restaurant, the food was fantastic and loved the robot waitress"

Reviewed on 19 Nov. 2024

Sudima Christchurch Airport
Rydges Latimer Christchurch
Rydges Latimer Christchurch
4.5 out of 5
30 Latimer Square, Christchurch, Canterbury
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$168 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
AU$168
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Very clean, lots of parking spaces, property a little outdated"

Reviewed on 19 Nov. 2024

Rydges Latimer Christchurch
Carnmore Hotel Christchurch
Carnmore Hotel Christchurch
4 out of 5
840 Colombo St, Christchurch, Canterbury
The price is AU$152 per night from 3 Dec to 4 Dec
AU$152
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (549 reviews)
"Great hotel, and room accommodations were great!"

Reviewed on 19 Nov. 2024

Carnmore Hotel Christchurch
LyLo Christchurch
LyLo Christchurch
5 out of 5
5 Peter Leeming Road, Burnside, Christchurch
The price is AU$156 per night from 9 Dec to 10 Dec
AU$156
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Stay at this 5-star eco-certified hostel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"10 mins walk from airport. $4 bus to city centre 5 mins walk away."

Reviewed on 20 Nov. 2024

LyLo Christchurch
Fable Christchurch
Fable Christchurch
4.5 out of 5
166 Gloucester Street, Christchurch
The price is AU$176 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
AU$176
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Really nice property with well appointed rooms with nespresso coffee and minibar for purchase. large bathroom and shower. comfortable bed. parking is valet parking. at times not enough staff at front desk which led to waits. Also only 2 elevators so when busy some waits"

Reviewed on 22 Nov. 2024

Fable Christchurch
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Other neighbourhoods around Ilam

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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.

Burnside
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Upper Riccarton

4/5(200 area reviews)

Upper Riccarton is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Riccarton Road and Bush Inn Centre.

Upper Riccarton
Mona Vale which includes a park

Riccarton

4/5(513 area reviews)

Riccarton is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Westfield Riccarton Mall and Riccarton Road.

Riccarton
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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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Merivale

4.5/5(319 area reviews)

Travellers come to Merivale for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Merivale Mall and Papanui Road while you're in town.

Merivale
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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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