Merivale Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Merivale
Photo by Fernando Begay
Photo by Fernando Begay

Popular places to visit

Papanui Road

Papanui Road

4/5(85 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at Papanui Road during your visit to Christchurch. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Papanui Road

St George's Hostpital

4.5/5(21 reviews)

If St George's Hostpital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Christchurch.

St George's Hostpital

Merivale Mall

4/5(9 reviews)

During your trip to Christchurch, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Merivale Mall. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.

Merivale Mall

Elmwood Park

3/5(1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Elmwood Park, a lovely green space in Christchurch. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

Elmwood Park

Tramway

4/5(31 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Christchurch when you stop by Tramway. Discover the area's fascinating museums or seek out its local tours.

Tramway

St. Mary's Merivale

5/5(1 review)

Find out about the history of Christchurch when you take a trip to St. Mary's Merivale. Discover the charming cafes and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

St. Mary's Merivale

Activities

Lake Tekapo

Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch

AU$250
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass and Tranzalpine Day Tour

From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass and Tranzalpine Day Tour

AU$400
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass and Tranzalpine Day Tour
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram

Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram

AU$36
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram
Mountain view in christchurch

Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train

AU$386
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass Guided Day Trip with Lunch

From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass Guided Day Trip with Lunch

AU$181
per adult
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass Guided Day Trip with Lunch
Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch

Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown

AU$350
per adult
Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown
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Our pick of the best Merivale Hotel Deals

Pavilions Hotel
Pavilions Hotel
4 out of 5
42 Papanui Road, Christchurch
The price is AU$146 per night from 22 Apr to 23 Apr
AU$146
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (997 reviews)
"Staff are always amazing"

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2025

Pavilions Hotel
Scenic Hotel Cotswold
Scenic Hotel Cotswold
3 out of 5
88-96 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch
The price is AU$127 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
AU$127
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (665 reviews)
"This was an economy or budget room. The bed was very comfortable but the room itself was dated and tired - in need of an upgrade. There was no air conditioning but I did find a pedestal fan in the cupboard. The room was upstairs. No allocated parking spot but you could park almost anywhere on the ..."

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2025

Scenic Hotel Cotswold
Camelot Motor Lodge
Camelot Motor Lodge
3 out of 5
28 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch
The price is AU$146 per night from 9 Apr to 10 Apr
AU$146
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly motel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (696 reviews)
"Really convenient for a family"

Reviewed on 21 Mar. 2025

Camelot Motor Lodge
Ashford Motor Lodge
Ashford Motor Lodge
4 out of 5
35 Papanui Road, Christchurch
The price is AU$126 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
AU$126
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified motel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hagley Park and Victoria ...
9/10 Wonderful! (685 reviews)
"Loved my time at Ashford. The pool was a godsend on a couple of hot days, only comment would be air conditioning would be a nice addition"

Reviewed on 17 Mar. 2025

Ashford Motor Lodge
Hotel Carlton Mill
Hotel Carlton Mill
3.5 out of 5
17 Bealey Avenue, Christchurch
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$162 per night from 15 Apr to 16 Apr
AU$162
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hagley Park and ...
8/10 Very Good! (517 reviews)
"Receptionist, sarah, friendly, and very helpful, when we said we couldnt carry suitcases up stairs, as one of us has a mobility problem, and found us a ground floor suite, which we greatly appreciated .. a really convenient hotel to stay in."

Reviewed on 16 Mar. 2025

Hotel Carlton Mill
The Elmwood Motel
The Elmwood Motel
2 out of 5
91 Papanui Rd, Christchurch, Canterbury
The price is AU$159 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
AU$159
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this motel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Hagley Park and St. Mary's Merivale are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
"Spacious and quiet."

Reviewed on 7 Mar. 2025

The Elmwood Motel
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Other neighbourhoods around Merivale

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Saint Albans

4/5(163 area reviews)

Saint Albans is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Papanui Road and Bealey Avenue while in the area.

Saint Albans
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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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Fendalton

3/5(1 area review)

Travellers like the historical sites in Fendalton, and Riccarton House is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Fendalton
New Regent Street showing outdoor eating and railway items as well as a small group of people

Christchurch City Centre

4.5/5(1,855 area reviews)

Christchurch City Centre is a destination visitors seek out for its abundant dining options, interesting museums and colourful gardens. You might want to check out attractions like Christchurch Art Gallery or Bridge of Remembrance while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Christchurch City Centre
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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Addington

4/5(142 area reviews)

Unique features of Addington include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Orangetheory Stadium or Addington Raceway while you're exploring the area.

Addington

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