Is parking available at the property?

Self parking is available on-site for a fee of NZD 15.00 per night. Guests must contact the property in advance to reserve parking as spaces are limited.

Is breakfast offered at the hotel?

Breakfast options are available at the on-site restaurant, Unknown Chapter Cafe, which specializes in local cuisine. Specific details about breakfast type and cost are not provided.

Does the property allow pets?

Pets are not allowed at the property. Service animals are exempt from this policy.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 14:00 until 23:59, and check-out is by 10:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible facilities. However, specific details on accessible rooms and bathrooms are not provided.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in Christchurch City Centre, just a 4-minute walk from Christchurch Polytechnic Institute of Technology and 6 minutes from One New Zealand Stadium. It is approximately 7.1 miles from Sumner Beach and 0.3 miles from City New Life Church.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are welcome at the property. However, cribs (infant beds) are not available.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

The property does not offer cribs or extra beds. Guests should confirm any specific needs directly with the property.

Southwark Hotel & Apartments in Christchurch

Average nightly price at Southwark Hotel & Apartments by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$83
February	US$137
March	US$105
April	US$85
May	US$74
June	US$65
July	US$70
August	US$64
September	US$71
October	US$84
November	US$116
December	US$77

What guests think

Southwark Hotel & Apartments draws praise for its very clean, modern studios and apartments in a central, walkable location near eateries and transport, plus friendly, accommodating staff who help with early or late arrivals and practical requests.

Many rooms are compact and some lack tables or chairs, while a few apartments are spacious. Parking is limited and paid, lift outages and patchy Wi-Fi occur, and occasional noise or maintenance issues are noted. It suits travellers who prioritise practicality and value over large rooms or extensive on-site amenities.

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Facilities

Communal kitchen and on-site laundry are handy for longer stays. Parking is limited and usually paid, and guests reported occasional lift outages and patchy Wi-Fi.

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stephen

19 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great rooms but as a business traveler really really bad wifi and no TV channels to speak of. Shame as the accommodation is really nice.

8

KEIKO

15 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room is clean and have kitchen. And there is laundry room so very convenient.

10

Sergey

28 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good room with a huge balcony. Limited on-premises parking that has to be booked in advice. Public parking nearby has very inconvenient payment options - you can only pay for 12 hours at a time.

8

Sarah Michele

29 Jun 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

We have stayed here on quite a few occasions now and it's a great place, close to the inner city, supermarkets and all that Christchurch has to offer. Always have a great sleep here, as nice and quiet, and beds are super comfy! The only down side we noticed this time... some areas in rooms could do with a paint touch up, and the lift in building was out of order! Also the lack of parking is a big thing if you are staying here,even though the staff do their best to tell you about booking a car park spacein advance, there simply aren't enough for the size of the suites! Road side parking has basically diminished now outside building, so you end up parking up the road away from the building,and can't see your car!

10

Carol

5 Nov 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Excellent location to explore the city. Very modern and comforrable. Reception manned 24 hrs so good for arriving on flight during early hours. Plenty of eateries close by and within walking distance. Close to Hop on and off vintage tram route.

8

Daryl

11 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

My go to when in town - easy walking in to the city proper, easy walking to where I need to get to. Only issue there is very limited parking so suggest you book your parking spot if driving pronto.

8

Tim

5 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Good property in ideal location. Room fairly small but access to communal kitchen was very useful.

6

KEIKO

12 Apr 2025

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Nice apartment hotel. Studio room with kitchen is cozy but good for enough for sleep. Coin laundry on the second floor is useful for me.

10

bonnie

27 Jan 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Staff were polite and professional. Room was clean and airy. Location great. Guest communal kitchen well appointed as was laundry. Would book again.

10

Megan

12 Jan 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

I had a great stay here. My highlight was the rooms had Netflix instead of Sky. All accomodation should start doing this! The location was great and room was nice. I did have trouble one day when the lift wasn’t working where I had to carry my bags up the stairs but otherwise it was a great stay.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is consistently praised, with many rooms described as spotless. A few lapses were noted, including a stained sheet or missed checks, and some signs of water damage.

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Kau Yung

12 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

2 rooms were booked but one room was found belonging left in the room by previous guests or someone else i.e. the room had not been completely checked and cleaned.

10

Andrew

25 Apr 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Modern clean and tidy, walking distance to CBD. Cafe next door very good.

6

Navinchandra

2 Dec 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

On arrival, found that the bedsheet was dirty with stains. We arrived very late at the hotel so next day I compained about it and the receptionist flatly refused to accept the fact that the sheet was stained and showed the photos of the bedsheet. Also there was no parking for us and we were told that we should have prebooked a spot and do send and email to state that one needs to prebook but we did not receive an email or any notification to the prebooking parking space. Had we known there we were not going be allocated a space we would have booked our stay elsewhere in Christchurch. The 3rd day receptionist was very helpful and suggested an off street parking.

10

Praful

17 Nov 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice and clean room, helpful staff and very central

8

Mike

13 May 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great property for being in the centre of town. Need to address water damage in rooms.

8

Angela

15 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Quite modern and well kept. Receptionists were very nice. Area was good, about 10-15 min walk to the centre so not like out the door but doable. Room was nothing fancy but it felt clean and bed was comfortable.

10

OJ

19 Feb 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

객실이 아주 청결했고, 직원들이 매우 친절 하였음. Will definitely revisit soon.

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10

David

21 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Spotless room, comfortable bed

10

Jasmine

28 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Wonderful two-night stay. Rooms were impeccably clean and great location within walking distance to town. Staff were helpful and efficient.

10

Paul

12 Feb 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean

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Rooms

Rooms are modern and comfortable but many studios are compact and may lack tables or chairs; some apartments are spacious. Guests mentioned noise or light from doors, streets or skylights, plus occasional leaks or drafty spots.

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Theresa

29 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The 2 bedrooms executive apartment is big, clean and Southwark is within walking distance to the bus depot and city center but there is only 1 central heater for the whole apartment so some areas can be cold or other area hot! ( we stayed in winter) and also the sky window in the living room leaks when it rained.

8

Alice

30 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Room was small, but clean and comfortable

10

Annie

17 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful big apartment right in town. An easy walk to all parts of the inner city.

8

Jo-Anne

1 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was modern, clean and comfortable. The staff is extremely helpful and friendly. Our only disappointments were that we had no table or chairs, also people were talking outside our room at night and garbage pick up at 4am woke us up. I would recommend staying here, it’s within walking distance to the city centre. Very good stay.

4

Aminmohamed

21 Feb 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

the rooms were terrible small. you could hardly walk around in the room with a queen bed. the bathrooms were tiny and the sinks were like a barbie doll house sink. There was no room in the bathroom to even keep any of your toiletries. Ver very tight in space and the pictures on the website are very deceiving

10

Dianne

18 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Quite a small space for a double room. Lacked a table.

8

samrah

24 Aug 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The executive suite had leaks, bathroom exhaust was very noisy..

8

Angela

15 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Quite modern and well kept. Receptionists were very nice. Area was good, about 10-15 min walk to the centre so not like out the door but doable. Room was nothing fancy but it felt clean and bed was comfortable.

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jennifer

13 Apr 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Twin room ridiculously too small, to access beds had to walk sideways at end of beds and up the middle, only room for one bedside table/lamp. No room for two suitcases, had to step over, no hanging space, no wall hooks. No table, one plastic chair. Rude reception when asked for bigger room.

10

Hamish

3 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Morden and new, very bright early in the morning as there are windows in the celling with no blinds. if you could black them out I would rate it 10/10.

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly, helpful and accommodating, with assistance for early or late arrangements. Isolated issues occurred, including a disputed cleanliness complaint, a double booking and occasional rudeness.

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Davone

24 Jun 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Easy check in , like express checking out

6

Navinchandra

2 Dec 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

On arrival, found that the bedsheet was dirty with stains. We arrived very late at the hotel so next day I compained about it and the receptionist flatly refused to accept the fact that the sheet was stained and showed the photos of the bedsheet. Also there was no parking for us and we were told that we should have prebooked a spot and do send and email to state that one needs to prebook but we did not receive an email or any notification to the prebooking parking space. Had we known there we were not going be allocated a space we would have booked our stay elsewhere in Christchurch. The 3rd day receptionist was very helpful and suggested an off street parking.

10

Andrea

15 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent location and service

2

Morag

9 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Double booked my room

8

KEIKO

14 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I had a flight very early in the morning, then the reception desk helped me a lot to take a transport to the airport. I appreciated the kindness.

10

Ching

6 Mar 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The hotel is modern, clean and very comfortable. The front desk accommodated my request for a ground floor room and it was much appreciated. They also loaned me a US to NZ power plug and I’m most grateful for that. Housekeeping didn’t cleaned my room on the 1st day but promptly cleaned upon request, I think it was an oversight. The location of the hotel is also very ideal, a 8 minutes walk from the bus exchange and afforded the opportunity to walk in the neighborhood to enjoy the beautiful murals and street arts. I would definitely recommend this hotel and would stay again when I return to Christchurch in the future.

6

Simrit

11 Jun 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Handy location. Reception staff was nice and helpful. There was no hot water from one afternoon till the next morning however, the staff at the reception arranged for shower in another unit. Service staff was rude and aggressive.

10

Todd

30 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great we’ll located property and the check in staff were fabulous

10

Todd

20 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff at the property are amazing and very hospitable. Will definitely stay again and this is always our first choice even for a little more expensive we choose it

10

Tracy

23 Feb 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Suoef friendly check in. Great location

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Location

Central and walkable to the CBD, bus exchange and many eateries. A few guests disliked the immediate surroundings or felt the area was less appealing.

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Jeffrey

8 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great place to stay in Christchurch. Close to city center

6

Bruce

12 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

They told me that I needed to contact them. I had a time so I can reserve parking in their parking lot when I looked on the website it said that they had parking lot when I got there. They says oh well our parking lot is full and you should let us know ahead of time just go park out on the street. Was very lucky to find one parking space. Not located in the best of neighborhoods.

10

Rachel

23 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Enjoyed staying at Southwark, location is very good for access to central Christchurch, Hagley Park as well as having plenty of restaurant choices very close by. Staff are friendly and helpful.

10

Carol

5 Nov 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Excellent location to explore the city. Very modern and comforrable. Reception manned 24 hrs so good for arriving on flight during early hours. Plenty of eateries close by and within walking distance. Close to Hop on and off vintage tram route.

10

Dhevindri

8 Nov 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Beautiful, clean and close to great dining options

8

Angela

15 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Quite modern and well kept. Receptionists were very nice. Area was good, about 10-15 min walk to the centre so not like out the door but doable. Room was nothing fancy but it felt clean and bed was comfortable.

10

Kin Ming

7 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It's near the centre of Christchurch and convenient to go everywhere on foot.

10

Morgan

20 Oct 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The room was nice, clean, and comfortable. The location of the hotel itself is great; it's centrally located yet quiet. The room does get a bit cold even with the heat on, but I'd still recommend staying here.

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Heather

21 Mar 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We abandoned our money and booked another hotel. The "Executive studio" was so tiny we couldn't get around the bed and there wasn't a single chair! I felt claustrophobic. Three nights paid for and lost If you are tiny people this might work. Also the location was in an industrial type area not the historic center.

10

Andrea

26 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Brilliant location for exploring the city and Hagley Park.

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Dining

Plenty of dining options nearby, and an adjacent or on-site cafe is praised. Many guests used in-room kitchenettes for self-catering.

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Colin

4 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We only had one night here but what a fabulous place. Great selection of restaurants across the road and a short walk to the Cathedral.

10

RUMIKO

11 May 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

I enjoyed cooking during my stay.

10

Rumiko

28 May 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

I had enjoyed shopping local groceries and cooking! Definitely I will stay here again!

10

Liam

15 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

New, clean, comfortable and spacious. Good location. Cafe adjacent was excellent spot for breakfast.

10

Michael

22 Apr 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Large rooms on a single level. Close to shops and lots of dinning options. Cafe right next door great for morning coffee, cafe can be a bit noisy if you want a sleepin though.

10

Rachel

23 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Enjoyed staying at Southwark, location is very good for access to central Christchurch, Hagley Park as well as having plenty of restaurant choices very close by. Staff are friendly and helpful.

8

gary

10 Feb 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location. Good cafe on site

10

Katrina

3 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Same as I posted in Google Reviews: The hotel is great for its price! Modest, clean, affordable and a great location. I truly appreciate that they have a complete set of amenities, even the simple ones such as coffee, tea, and chocolate drink which there is a generous amount. The reception is very informative and very helpful. I just spent my entire day walking and exploring and I'm so glad the hotel is surrounded by the botanical garden, riverside market, restaurants, and you can find mini marts all over the place. Super close to the Intercity bus stop also!

10

David

9 Dec 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

A great place to stay in Christchurch. Close to public transport yet very near the city centre. There is a great choice of eateries nearby

10

Amanda

15 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely apartment in a great location for being a tourist to the city. Amazing cafes very close by, the Tram stop close by too. Easy to walk into the city to look around. Beds were comfortable and having two bathrooms was a nice surprise.

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1 $107	2 $108	3 $114	4 $127	5 $116	6 $116	7 $116
8 $99	9 $116	10 $109	11 $118	12 $116	13 $136	14 $139
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22 $116	23 $116	24 $124	25 $108	26 $850	27 $202	28 $231
29 $121	30 $120

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