Drifter Christchurch

96 Lichfield Street, Christchurch City-Centre, Christchurch, New Zealand - Central location

Only 0.6 km from the temporary church "Cardboard Cathedral", Drifter Christchurch hotel includes 235 rooms. The hotel also provides Wi-Fi available in public areas.

Location

The Latimer Square is located merely a 6-minute walk from this Christchurch hotel, and such natural sites as the Sprawling North Hagley Urban Park are about 25 minutes' walk away. The Drifter is only 1.1 km from the Christchurch Art Gallery and in the vicinity of the Canterbury Earthquake National Memorial. There is the Māori galleries "Canterbury Museum" 16 minutes' stroll away, while Interchange bus station is just 150 m from the property. This hotel is a 20-minute ride away from Christchurch airport.

Food & Drinks

Guests can unwind at the on-site lounge bar with a favourite drink. Bacon Bros Burgers offers a wide range of New Zealand dishes and lies just near the Drifter.

Leisure & Activities

There is a fitness centre with a wide range of sports.

Why choose Drifter Christchurch

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  • On-site fitness centre available

  • Yoga classes offered on-site

  • Evening entertainment provided

  • Fitness classes available on-site

Main amenities

  • Wi-Fi

  • Child-friendly

General
  • Wi-Fi
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Internet

  • Wi-Fi

Parking options

  • Parking

For kids

  • Cots

In the bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Design

  • Carpeted floor

Important information

Check-in:
from 14:00 until 23:59
Check-out:
from 09:00 until 10:00

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From USD 163 per night
Check-in 17 Oct 2026
Check-out 18 Oct 2026
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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