Designer Cottage

53 Hastings Street West, Sydenham, Christchurch, New Zealand - Close to Academy
9.2/10 · 469 reviews

Proud to offer a private art gallery, the comfortable 4-star Designer Cottage Christchurch hotel lies around a 10-minute ride from the Sprawling North Hagley Urban Park in Sydenham on-and-around the city's main street, Colombo Street. Located 2.2 km from the Māori galleries "Canterbury Museum", this Christchurch bed & breakfast features 9 rooms with views of the garden.

Location

The centre of Christchurch can be reached in 20 minutes' walk of the hotel, and such cultural venues as the war memorial "Bridge of Remembrance" are nearly a 25-minute walk away. Sports fans can also visit AMI Stadium, 2.9 km from the Designer Cottage Christchurch, and take their families to the magical Margaret Mahy Family Playground, which is 2.3 km away. The accommodation has a convenient location a short way from The Colombo Mall. You can catch the bus at Brougham St near Albemarle St bus stop, about 5 minutes on foot from this Christchurch hotel.

Rooms

The rooms include a patio and a living room, as well as Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for your convenience. Also, there is a personal safe, coffee/tea making facilities provided. The private bathrooms are appointed with hair dryers and bath sheets.

Food & Drinks

Designer Cottage hotel provides a delicious continental breakfast with cheese and fresh fruits. You can get a gastronomic experience at BurgerFuel Sydenham which offers healthy cuisine just around the corner from the property.

Leisure & Activities

Enjoy a sundeck and a picnic area onsite.

Why choose Designer Cottage Christchurch

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  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms

  • Outdoor dining area available

  • Paid airport shuttle service

  • Luggage storage space provided

Main amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi

  • Express check-in/ -out

  • No pets allowed

General
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
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Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking options

  • Parking

Shuttle

  • Paid airport shuttle

Property services

  • Safe deposit box
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining options

  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Special diet menus

In the kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

For kids

  • Adults only

Recreation

  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities

In the rooms

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

In the bedroom

  • Electric blankets

In the bathroom

  • Washing machine
  • Free toiletries

Devices

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Design

  • Carpeted floor

General facilities

  • No smoking on site
  • Smoke detectors
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Important information

Check-in:
from 14:00 until 20:00
Check-out:
from 04:00 until 10:00
  • Children and extra beds
  • There are no cots provided in a room.

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From USD 113 per night
Check-in 3 Nov 2026
Check-out 4 Nov 2026
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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53 Hastings Street West, Sydenham, Christchurch, New Zealand

 -  Close to Academy
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          From USD 113 per night
          Check-in 3 Nov 2026
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          Guests 2 guests

          Adults:

          2

          Children:

          0
          All rates verified
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          Designer Cottage
          Check-in:
          from 14:00 until 20:00
          Check-out:
          from 04:00 until 10:00
          • Children and extra beds
          • There are no cots provided in a room.