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Christchurch Accommodation
Millennium Christchurch:
Set in a city of elegance and timeless beauty, the Millennium Christchurch embraces all the qualities and comforts to make your stay a pleasant one.  Only minutes from the city's key tourist attractions, this property is centrally located in picturesque Cathedral Square, the heart of Christchurch for business and shopping.  air-conditioned bedrooms are spacious and come with a complete range of facilities and amenities such as mini-bar, Sky TV in-house movies, iron/ironing board.  The onsite, Piko Piko Restaurant offers an elegant and relaxed dining experience that combines award winning cuisine, finest quality wines and unsurpassed service.
Elm Tree House:
Elm Tree House, is an elegant, 1920’s Historic Places Trust colonial home offering luxury, hosted bed & breakfast accommodation. Located in stylish Merivale, one of Christchurch’s smartest areas, the property takes its name from the large weeping elm set amongst its spacious grounds, which also feature a formal outside terrace opening off the lounge and dining room.  Native timbers and leadlight windows are used throughout the property, and the exceptional timber details, the signature of the England Brothers who built Elm Tree House in 1920, can also be found in the bedrooms. Rooms feature charming heritage color schemes, while the Honeymoon suite is panelled in native timbers. 
Heritage Hotel Christchurch:
It is not often in New Zealand that the opportunity arises to stay in a truly landmark location. At Heritage Christchurch Hotel, we can provide you with just that proposition, offering contemporary Christchurch hotel accommodation in the lovingly restored Old Government Building (OGB), or modern convenience in our tower wing.  For position, service, features and sheer charm, you will find this hotel quickly becomes your preferred choice for business or leisure, and the perfect platform from which to explore the many and varied joys of New Zealand's garden city.
Huntley House:
Huntley House is a luxury, boutique hotel, surrounded by towering trees, manicured lawns and park-like gardens.  The hotel is reached via a private, leafy drive, offering guests a tranquil haven from the busy world outside. Huntley House is luxurious in its décor, using sumptuous fabrics and with numerous antiques adorning the guestrooms. Each room features a deep spa bath, open fire place, and a balcony or patio overlooking the pool and croquet lawn.  Traditions of colonial hospitality remain a cornerstone of the Huntley House experience. A resident chef uses the freshest, seasonal produce ensuring you'll savor the best Canterbury has to offer.
Copthorne Hotel Christchurch:
This property is located right in the heart of the city overlooking beautiful Victoria Square. It is about 11 kilometres from the Christchurch International Airport, and offers easy access to Convention Centre, casino, art gallery, museum and world class restaurants, cafes, shopping centres and many local attractions.  Air-conditioned rooms are tastefully furnished and designed for your comfort. Efficient room service is also provided for your convenience.  Copthorne Hotel Central also offers other splendid services such as currency exchange, fax service, internet access, safe deposit box as well as round the clock reception service to meet your requirements.
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