Popular places to visit
Papanui Road
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.
Lyttelton Harbour
Enjoy cafés, markets and boat trips at this scenic European port town, steeped in history and bordered by volcanic hills.
Sumner Beach
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.
Hagley Park
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.
New Brighton Beach
Surf, spot birdlife, walk across wild sand dunes and shop for handmade goods at a weekly market at this sandy beach and coastal suburb.
Riccarton Road
During your visit to Christchurch, you can enjoy retail therapy at Riccarton Road. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram
Christchurch Tram City Tour & Punting Combo
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission
Chairlift Sightseeing Pass at the Christchurch Adventure Park
Top hotels in Merivale
Pavilions Hotel
Room was very clean, hotel staff were friendly, great location to the grocery store, and all sight seeing activities. The local bus picked us up a minute walk from the front of our hotel.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Scenic Hotel Cotswold
I loved the unusual style of the place, staff were extremely helpful. Bed very comfortable, accommodation very roomy.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Merivale Manor
Room was clean and well equipped with the exception there was no safe and zero counter space in the bathroom but I made do by hanging my toiletry bag on the door hook. Shower also was slow to drain and water ended up on floor and bath mat got wet. However, overall I had a comfortable and enjoyable ...
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Carlton Mill
Good!
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Ashford Motor Lodge
Lovely clean room Excellent location Helpful courteous staff
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Bealey Quarter
Cleaning needs a little more close detail.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Merivale
Saint Albans
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.
Papanui
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.
Fendalton
Travellers like the historical sites in Fendalton, and Mona Vale is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Christchurch City Centre
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 Cathedral Square while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Riccarton
Riccarton is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Westfield Riccarton Mall and Riccarton Road.
Addington
Unique features of Addington include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Apollo Projects Stadium or Addington Raceway while you're exploring the area.
