The Best Airbnbs In Christchurch For 2024

This home may be tiny—it’s a studio space with a kitchen, futon and outdoor bathroom—but it boasts a mammoth view of the beach, ocean and the Alps making The Hut one of the most beautiful and best places to stay in Christchurch. Sun worshippers will revel in catching some rays on the two decks (one for the morning sun, the other for the afternoon sun), and surfing, biking, swimming, walking tracks are nearby for all sorts of adventures.

Want to feel like you’re a Christchurch local? Book into this comfy townhouse apartment, stat. Located down a quiet one-way street near a coffee shop and dairy for the all-important snack runs, you’ll be just five minutes walk to Avon River and a short stroll from Quake City, one of Christchurch’s must-see points of interest. Plus, you’ll have all the amenities to feel right at home. 

For a social stay immersed in nature, and with a pool to cool off in during the summer months, this self-contained garden studio is a great pick. You’ll be treated to everything you need to whip up a delish continental breakfast, and there’s a TV for movie nights. A mere 250m from the Crusaders’ Rugby Park and a local brunch haunt, and a half hour meander from Victoria Street restaurant precinct, it has ‘relaxed weekend away’ stamped all over it. 

Serving a geometric glamping-esque vibes, this cosy self-contained A-frame is one of the best places to stay in Christchurch if you’re looking for rural charm within reach of city living. Just 10km from the CBD, you can spend the day wandering in nature—perhaps Halswell Quarry or Kennedy’s bush track—then head into town to get amongst historic sites and the buzz of Christchurch city. Note: there’s no cooking stove which is all the more reason to head into town and feast on all the delicious eats.

Breakfast with a jaw-droppingly gorgeous beach view await you at Te Onopoto Lodge, which is ‘bach’ incarnate with everything you need for the perfect Kiwi summer, from board games and a BBQ to native bird song, the sound of surf crashing onto the beach below, and a spa for a cheeky evening vino. Overlooking Taylors Mistake Beach, this is one of the best places to stay in Christchurch, and we think you’ll agree there’s nothing mistaken about the view. 

If your idea of a beautiful weekend away would include a peaceful rural setting in native bush, waking to the sound of birdsong, roaming the hills and curling up with a book from the library, this idyllic hilltop getaway might just be a bit of you. An open plan, modernised 1960s build, that’s just 20 minutes from central city (although you’d never believe it), you’re sure to leave feeling recharged and rested. 

If you’re in Christchurch for a stopover, you can’t go wrong with Fish’s sunny room in Burnside. With a TV, toaster, kettle and microwave, plus complimentary muesli and milk, this is the perfect place to rest between flights or to glimpse a slice of Christchurch life before continuing on your way. Kiwi, Japanese, Malaysian and Thai cuisine is all within walking distance, and the International Antarctic Centre is just 15 minutes by bus. 

Book yourself into the queen bed at Karen’s central city apartment and revel in all the gems Christchurch city has to offer, all within walking distance. Your room includes a mini fridge, tea and coffee-making facilities, ensuite, a TV and the all-essential wifi, making this one of the best places to stay in Christchurch for digital nomads. 

For the ultimate rural escape, look no further than this gorgeous farm stay hosted by Penny and Neville. While you’ll be just 20 minutes from the city, you’ll be immersed in nature with rural walks to meander along, farm animals to dote on, even a stream with a row boat for a dreamy Little Mermaid moment, if that’s your jam. There’s a kitchenette available, as well as a BBQ for relaxed dining on long summer nights.  

Christchurch is known as Aotearoa’s Garden City and there’s no better way to experience it than by staying in an award-winning native garden with native birds, ducks, eels, a beehive and two adorable British Blue cats. Relax with a book on the deck or take a short walk to Merivale Mall. Top tip: Jo offers a continental or cooked breakfast add-on and, given she’s a trained chef, you know it’s going to be good.  

Far from the stark, bland aesthetics of a hotel, holidayers with an appreciation for personality might just adore staying in this renovated villa hosted by young couple, Sarah and Ed. The bedroom is beautiful with a large bay window and the house is centrally-located for ease of exploring. Better still, you’ll have some floofy housemates—an Airedale Terrier called Frankie and a cat named Jazz. Precious.