Is parking available at the hotel?

Yes, free parking is available on-site. The parking is limited but accessible for guests.

Is breakfast offered at the hotel?

Yes, breakfast is available on-site. The specific type of breakfast is not detailed, but guests can enjoy excellent coffee at the cafe within the hotel.

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

Check-in is from 14:00 until 21:00, and check-out is at 10:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The hotel offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible facilities in public areas.

Where is the hotel located in relation to local attractions?

The hotel is situated in Wigram, Christchurch, close to local landmarks such as Riccarton House and the Bridge of Remembrance. Attractions like Ngā Puna Wai Sports Hub and Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre are also nearby.

Are children allowed to stay at the hotel?

Yes, children are allowed at the hotel. The minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.

Wigram Hotel

What guests think

At Wigram Base, travellers highlight renovated, comfortable rooms with heated bathroom floors, friendly and attentive staff, and a quiet, historic setting, while noting drawbacks such as no elevator for upper floors, occasional service gaps, and mixed dining consistency.

Housekeeping is generally strong, with modern bathrooms frequently noted. The property is near the Air Force Museum but sits away from central Christchurch, so many guests rely on a car or rideshare. Practical notes include an on-site restaurant and parking, plus some room drawbacks like small desks, tricky climate controls, and limited TV channels. Overall, expect a comfortable, character stay best suited to those fine with stairs and a suburban base.

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Facilities

On-site restaurant and bar receive frequent praise, and parking is available, including extra spaces out back; however, there is no lift to upper floors and one review noted a messy rear carpark.

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Chris

May 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

In ChCh on Business, perfect with onsite food made the trip easy

8

Amy

Mar 23, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was fantastic, all that was needed Restaurant and bar was a little chilly and food selections a little limited

8

CYNTHIA

Oct 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The location does not have a lift and limited staff to help with luggage if you are assigned a second fooor space. Not for older adults or people with ambulation problems unless they can promise first fooor accommodations.

8

Eie

Feb 2, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Old fashion hotel, clean room, nice staff and good food and not so expensive in the restaurant. We enjoyed the stay

8

M

Mar 9, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Hotel was a previous Air force officers club and is furbished to a very high standard. Bathroom huge and included a bath as well as shower. Breakfast included which was a fixed menu and was very good. Only one free drink with breakfast which was a bit odd but freshly made . Parking not a problem but hotel a fair way out of main town, not walkable, so Uber used in daytime and own car used at night when parking in town free. Nowhere to walk local to hotel nor eating places. so had to drive into Christchurch. This was the only issue with what was a very nice hotel

10

Mary

Feb 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Delightful retro decor. Easy access in a quiet residential neighbourhood. Plenty of additional parking out back for larger vehicles. Clean room, comfortable bed with quality bed linen. Friendly staff.

10

Shane

May 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Visiting Christchurch for business and the Wigram Hotel is well located and has a very good restaurant.

10

James

Mar 14, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Very traditional with restaurant /pub on premises.

10

Shelley

Feb 27, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

The back of the carpark area is messy and lets the hotel down

8

E

Nov 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Always wanted to try this accomodation. The rooms have been done up beautifully with fabulous bathroom. Yes there are stairs to the second floor with no lift but not a deal breaker. The only issue was the access to the rooms is via a long hallway behind the bar/dinning area and in the morning a trolley full of left over meals was not nice to walk past so possibly they need to think about presentation outside of the rooms. Good parking and nice location with beautiful big trees and nicely kept gardens. Beautiful 1920s building full of lovely woodwork and light fittings.

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Cleanliness

Many guests describe rooms and bathrooms as very clean or spotless, yet several report lapses such as mold on window frames, spider webs, debris outside windows, and inconsistent room servicing.

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Ron

Nov 29, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Quiet and easy to access. Friendly helpful staff Air con was uncontrollable kept resetting itself onto higher temperature therefore turned it off and opened windows which was OK but a bit noisier. Thought you would like to know that the seal on shower door was not good and leaked onto outside floor.

10

Darryll

Feb 2, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely and quiet after spending all day at Ruapuna Race track. Really comfortable beds. Rooms were clean & tidy. Restaurant had a good selection.

4

MJ

Dec 3, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

We enjoyed the room (nicely decorated) and the building and history attached to it. However the overall experience was spoiled by the debris and rubbish outside our bedroom window, the fact we where supplied a very limited amount of milk (only allowed for one cup of tea each) as well as that the bed was poorly made up for our second night stay. Given what what we where charged a night this was very disappointing and would not return or recommend to others

10

Deborah

Nov 15, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This was an amazing hotel! We really enjoyed our stay here. Loved the history too. Room was very clean nicely updated. Loved the heated floors in the bathroom. Great food offerings in the restaurant . Enjoyed our stay so much!

8

Shane

Dec 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Bathroom could be better, there was no soap in the shower, spider webs in the bathroom up high.

10

Bruce

Jan 30, 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Classic building - well updated. Clean room, spotless bathroom. Loved the heated floor in the bathroom.

10

Melissa

Nov 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful rooms. Spotless. Lovely staff.

8

Janet

Jun 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A beautiful room with a nice comfortable bed and a spacious, well-appointed bathroom. We enjoyed our stay. The areas where I have given less stars were because there was no one at reception when we arrived and I had to go and find someone to check in, and because I was concerned about the condition of the windows - there is mould around the frames and on the upper windows and they need a good clean. Our room was on the south side so I understand why this is an issue, but it just needs a bit more care.

10

Melissa

Nov 21, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Beautiful rooms. Spotless. Peaceful. Lovely staff.

8

Andrew

Nov 28, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Cleanliness of the room has a lot to aspire to

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Rooms

Renovated rooms with comfortable beds and modern bathrooms are common, and some are spacious. A few note small rooms, limited or confusing TV or AC controls, and workspaces that are too small or lack convenient power points.

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Mark

Feb 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful restoration of this ex-RNZAF building. Well appointed bathroom. Amazingly comfortable bed.

8

Ron

Nov 29, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Quiet and easy to access. Friendly helpful staff Air con was uncontrollable kept resetting itself onto higher temperature therefore turned it off and opened windows which was OK but a bit noisier. Thought you would like to know that the seal on shower door was not good and leaked onto outside floor.

8

Ceri

Jul 5, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Stunning room and bathroom. Very warm and cosy.

6

Christine

May 18, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Room was much smaller than anticipated. Lots of 'modern' controls for heating/cooling etc - but no actual instructions on how to use them...not all of us are computer savvy. Breakfasts - not too bad - the one evening meal we had - the vegetables were basically raw and lukewarm - the chicken roulade was dry, overcooked & not very tasty. (And I was a chef in my younger days!) The property overall - could have been a completely different place from the 'appearance' on the website!

10

Daryl

Jun 3, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This property has a low profile I only found it through Expedia. Locals are mainly not aware of its existence. The room was very comfortable and warm. Ensuite great. Bed very comfortable. Excellent coffee from restaurant.

8

Richard Hill

Dec 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Yes..only air conditioner not working properly

10

Mike

Mar 2, 2024

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Great stay only bug bear is the tv in the room Limited channels and a pain to operate

10

Joanna

Dec 21, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very charming hotel with lots of interesting history & strong tie to RNZAF. The bathroom has heated floor, what a lovely surprise! The restaurant makes nice meals and provides good customer service. The only setback is the desk inside the room was too small and there’s no power point near the desk, a bit difficult for a business traveler.

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Hyun Sub

Oct 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Arrived 8:50 pm and left really early in the morning. Reception closes at 8:00~8:30 pm. So could not see any staff. Had to leave the key in a box. Parking was on the driveway in open space. Nothing great but nothing to complain about. The building is old but the renovation inside was good. One thing I was annoyed about was the lack of a desk or proper table where I could do some work with my laption. There was a small round shaped table which was too small.

10

Trevor

Feb 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Whilst this was an older property the rooms were comfortable and spacious. We were given a family room on the ground floor which was very spacious. Staff were helpful and pleasant.

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Service

Staff are widely praised as friendly, helpful, and accommodating. There are occasional service gaps, including limited reception hours, difficulty getting help with luggage to upper floors, and instances of no response overnight.

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Barb

Nov 18, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Water came down from the upper floor at 1:30 am. No one at the desk and call to number provided was not answered. If we had not brought it up at check out, it would not have been addressed.

8

David

Nov 12, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The staff were excellent

8

CYNTHIA

Oct 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The location does not have a lift and limited staff to help with luggage if you are assigned a second fooor space. Not for older adults or people with ambulation problems unless they can promise first fooor accommodations.

10

Stuart

Aug 29, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely property with alot of interesting history and staff that couldn’t do enough for you. Was a very pleasant 3 night stay

8

Eie

Feb 2, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Old fashion hotel, clean room, nice staff and good food and not so expensive in the restaurant. We enjoyed the stay

6

Dot

Mar 7, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Check in was very bad. I am 80 years old and I have a room on 1st floor. There are no lifts and there was nobody to help me take my luggage up 2 flights of stairs, even though I asked.

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Hyun Sub

Oct 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Arrived 8:50 pm and left really early in the morning. Reception closes at 8:00~8:30 pm. So could not see any staff. Had to leave the key in a box. Parking was on the driveway in open space. Nothing great but nothing to complain about. The building is old but the renovation inside was good. One thing I was annoyed about was the lack of a desk or proper table where I could do some work with my laption. There was a small round shaped table which was too small.

8

Janet

Jun 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A beautiful room with a nice comfortable bed and a spacious, well-appointed bathroom. We enjoyed our stay. The areas where I have given less stars were because there was no one at reception when we arrived and I had to go and find someone to check in, and because I was concerned about the condition of the windows - there is mould around the frames and on the upper windows and they need a good clean. Our room was on the south side so I understand why this is an issue, but it just needs a bit more care.

10

Julie-Ann

Jan 1, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

From the moment we came in the door, the receptionist went over and beyond to make our stay comfortable and special. She saw our heavy luggage and changed our room so we would be on the ground floor, offered us early check-in, made sure on many occasions that we were alright and opened the door for us as we were leaving with our many luggages. It was so appreciated!

10

Tim

Nov 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

A lovely hotel in nice surroundings, staff are very friendly and helpful. very impressed with the service.

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Location

Quiet suburban setting near the Air Force Museum, with several guests finding it convenient. It is a drive from central Christchurch, so many rely on a car or rideshare.

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Robbie

Jan 13, 2023

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Stayed 19,369 nights

Really enjoyed the stay here. And what a wonderfully comfortable king size bed. A must is to visit the free entry aviation museum which is a 2 minute walk away from the hotel.

8

Maria

Mar 24, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Location was great for our needs. Loved the character and history of the building. Booked through Wotif and were unable to access hotel website for an email address or phone number and to view menu and specific facilities.

10

Irene

Dec 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Was clean and service 👌 was very convenient to where we needed to be. Yes i would book again as enjoyed our stay

10

Frank

Aug 12, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice room, space enough for myself. Comfy bed and pillows. And what a treat, heated bathroom floor. Walkable to museum

8

M

Mar 9, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Hotel was a previous Air force officers club and is furbished to a very high standard. Bathroom huge and included a bath as well as shower. Breakfast included which was a fixed menu and was very good. Only one free drink with breakfast which was a bit odd but freshly made . Parking not a problem but hotel a fair way out of main town, not walkable, so Uber used in daytime and own car used at night when parking in town free. Nowhere to walk local to hotel nor eating places. so had to drive into Christchurch. This was the only issue with what was a very nice hotel

10

Mary

Feb 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Delightful retro decor. Easy access in a quiet residential neighbourhood. Plenty of additional parking out back for larger vehicles. Clean room, comfortable bed with quality bed linen. Friendly staff.

10

Steve

Mar 26, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Nice room. Quiet location but walking distance to amenities

10

Jeffery

Feb 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff here is amazing so friendly. This is a hidden gem. The restaurant has great food, close to the airport and center city but away from all the hustle and bustle.

8

Peter

Feb 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Was a nice hotel where I wished I had more time to enjoy. It was off the beaten path. The Owner’s were superb. Fun if you want a quiet place in a vintage setting. Price point was above average. Overall, I liked it and would recommend.

8

C

Feb 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nice quiet location

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Dining

Many guests enjoyed the restaurant and breakfast, often praising meal quality. Others found the selection limited or a dish underwhelming, and noted quirks like only cooked breakfasts or a chilly dining room.

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Darryll

Feb 2, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely and quiet after spending all day at Ruapuna Race track. Really comfortable beds. Rooms were clean & tidy. Restaurant had a good selection.

8

Amy

Mar 23, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was fantastic, all that was needed Restaurant and bar was a little chilly and food selections a little limited

10

David

Feb 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The food was amazing. All meals we had were done to perfection

10

Ingrid

Jan 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Cozy, quiet rooms. Obliging staff. Excellent meals at the restaurant. I would recommend to others.

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Christine

May 18, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Room was much smaller than anticipated. Lots of 'modern' controls for heating/cooling etc - but no actual instructions on how to use them...not all of us are computer savvy. Breakfasts - not too bad - the one evening meal we had - the vegetables were basically raw and lukewarm - the chicken roulade was dry, overcooked & not very tasty. (And I was a chef in my younger days!) The property overall - could have been a completely different place from the 'appearance' on the website!

8

Eie

Feb 2, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Old fashion hotel, clean room, nice staff and good food and not so expensive in the restaurant. We enjoyed the stay

10

Christopher

Mar 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Business Trip. The dinner was excellent. I did not stay for breakfast as cooked breakfasts were only offered and I did not have the time to wait. Room was quiet, comfortable and clean. Bathroom had heated tiled floor which was a nice touch. I would look forward to a return visit.

10

Barbara

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice room. Old Air Force building. Dining not so remarkable.

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Deborah

Nov 15, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This was an amazing hotel! We really enjoyed our stay here. Loved the history too. Room was very clean nicely updated. Loved the heated floors in the bathroom. Great food offerings in the restaurant . Enjoyed our stay so much!

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Lei

Aug 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Food options is limited Bed is ok

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Wigram Hotel

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