Accommodation

Block bookings have been made at the hotels listed below and rates (all inclusive of New Zealand Government Goods and Services Tax of 12.5%) have been negotiated which are equal to, if not better than, corporate rates.  Room rates do not include breakfast unless otherwise specified. For further details please scroll down.

All hotels provide tea and coffee making facilities, minibar, refrigerator, iron and ironing board, hairdryer, email and internet connections.  All apartments have kitchen and laundry facilities.  Parking at some city hotels is usually an additional cost, averaging between NZ$15 and NZ$20 per day.

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Making a Reservation

Bookings should be made online when registering.  No guarantee can be made that rooms will be available after 17 February 2010.  To secure your reservation one night's room rate is required, or you may supply your credit card details to guarantee the booking.  Please indicate your first and second choices of accommodation.

Changing your Reservation

Please advise The Conference Company of any change to a reservation rather than contacting the hotel direct.

Cancelling your Reservation

If you cancel your accommodation booking prior to 17 February 2010 your accommodation deposit will be refunded in full.  After that date, refunds may be subject to cancellation charges levied by the hotel.

Early Access

If you have an early morning arrival and require an early check-in, you will need to reserve your room for the previous night.

Hotels

Crowne Plaza
2 minute walk from the Christchurch Convention Centre

The Crowne Plaza Hotel is linked by a walkway to the Christchurch Convention Centre.  It has 3 restaurants and 3 bars.  A feature of the hotel is the Club Rooms located on the top levels of the hotel.  Breakfast, afternoon tea and pre-dinner drinks are included in Club Room rates.  Broadband internet access is available in every room at a cost of 68 cents per minute or NZ$33.69 per 24 hours.  Club King Suites have a separate lounge area.
Standard Room Single or double occupancy	NZ$230.00 Queen bed
Club King Room Single or double occupancy	NZ$320.00 King bed
Club King Suite Single or double occupancy	NZ$585.00 King bed

Millennium Hotel Christchurch
10 minute walk from the Christchurch Convention Centre

Millennium Hotel Christchurch is an elegant hotel located in Cathedral Square.  The hotel offers valet parking at a cost of NZ$22.50 per day and has a bar as well as a restaurant.  There is an internet connection in every room which costs 0.68 cents per minute, NZ$10 for 2 hours or NZ$36.69 over a 24 hour period (max download 50 MB).
Standard Room Single, double occupancy	NZ$225.00 Queen bed
Premium Room Single, double or twin occupancy	NZ$255.00 King bed or 2 queen beds

Scenic Suites Christchurch (formerly Fino Casementi Hotel)
Less than 1 minute walk from the Christchurch Convention Centre

Scenic Suites Christchurch is located next door to Convention Centre.  Spacious apartments with their own balconies, kitchen and laundry facilities.  Broadband internet access is available in every apartment at a cost of NZ$32 per 24hrs (maximum 100MB).  Wireless access is available in the main foyer at a cost of NZ$10 per 30 minutes.  Guests also have access to complimentary secure undercover parking with internal access to the hotel.
One bedroom apartment Single or double occupancy	NZ$191.25 Queen bed
Two bedroom apartment Twin occupancy	NZ$225.00 Queen bed and double bed

 
Copthorne Hotel Christchurch Durham Street
5 minute walk from the Christchurch Convention Centre (Conference Hotel)

The Copthorne Hotel Christchurch Durham Street is located across the road from the Casino and Convention Centre and is a few minutes walk to all of the central city attractions.  All rooms have air-conditioning.  Facilities include Zoe's streetside brasserie and bar, small gymnasium, spa and sauna, complimentary car parking, complimentary guest computer with internet access, bike hire and complimentary golf green fees.  All rooms have broadband connections at a cost of 68 cents per minute up to a maximum of NZ$10 (2 hr plan) or NZ$33.69 (24 hr plan).  Wireless access is also available for NZ$5 per 30 mins.
Standard Room Single or double occupancy	NZ$186.00 King bed, queen bed or 2 double beds
Premium Room Single or double occupancy	NZ$208.50 King bed or 2 double beds

 
Copthorne Hotel Christchurch Central
5 minute walk from the Christchurch Convention Centre

The Copthorne Hotel Christchurch Central is located in the centre of the city.  Within 5 minutes walk to the Christchurch Convention Centre, Casino, Art Gallery, Museum and world class restaurants, cafes and shopping.  Services include the Terrace View Restaurant, Colombo's Bar and complimentary use of the Centennial Leisure Centre’s extensive services (a 5 minute walk from the hotel).  Internet access is available in all rooms at a cost of 0.68 cents per minute or NZ$33.69 for a 24 hour period (max. download 50 megabytes).  Limited complimentary parking is also available.
Standard Room Single or double occupancy	NZ$186.00 King bed, queen bed or 2 double beds
Premium Room Single or double occupancy	NZ$208.50 King bed or 2 double beds

 
Hotel Grand Chancellor, Cashel Street
8 minute walk from the Christchurch Convention Centre

Hotel Grand Chancellor Christchurch is conveniently positioned in central Christchurch and within easy walk of major attractions and business centres.  Facilities include mini bar, iron & ironing board and Sky TV.
Standard Room Single or double occupancy	NZ$185.00 King or queen bed

Chateau Blanc
3 minute walk from the Christchurch Convention Centre

Chateau Blanc Suites Apartment Hotel provides self contained and spacious apartment accommodation.  Each of the serviced apartments has a separate lounge, bedroom, bathroom, kitchen and its own balcony.  A coin operated laundry is available for guests’ use (at a cost of NZ$2).  Internet broadband access is available in the hotel foyer at a cost of NZ$5 per 24hrs.
One bedroom apartment Single or double occupancy	NZ$180.00 Queen bed

Quest Christchurch Apartments
10 minute walk from the Christchurch Convention Centre

The Quest is adjacent to the inner city Tram loop.  All apartments have been furnished to a high standard and have a fully equipped kitchen, a separate living room, a private laundry and bathroom.  Internet broadband access is available in every apartment at a cost of NZ$7.90 per hr or NZ$14.90 per 24hrs (max 100MB).
Studio Room Single or double occupancy	NZ$164.00 King bed, queen bed or 2 single beds
One bedroom apartment Single or double occupancy	NZ$192.00 Queen bed or 2 single beds
Two bedroom apartment Twin or Triple occupancy	NZ$272.00 2 Queen beds or 1 Queen bed and 2 single beds
Interconnecting One bedroom and Studio Twin occupancy	NZ$320.00 Queen bed or 2 single beds

Focus Motel
2 minute walk from the Christchurch Convention Centre

Located only a short walk from the Christchurch Convention Centre, the Focus Motel and Executive Suites offer quality modern accommodation within the CBD. The Motel complex has free off street car parking and broadband internet access is available in all rooms at a cost of 20cents per MB downloaded (Minimum charge NZ$2)
Studio Room Single or double occupancy	NZ$148.50 Queen bed
Studio Room with Spa Bath Single or double occupancy	NZ$159.50 Queen bed
One Bedroom Apartment Single, double or twin occupancy	NZ$181.50 King bed or 2 king single beds
Two Bedroom Apartment                               SOLD OUT Twin, Triple or Quadruple Occupancy	NZ$258.50 2 King beds or 4 king single beds
Two Bedroom with Spa Bath Twin, Triple or Quadruple Occupancy	NZ$269.50 2 King beds or 4 king single beds

Motel Colombo
3 minute walk from the Christchurch Convention Centre

Colombo in the City Motel has a microwave and a small refrigerator in all units with tea and coffee making facilities.  There is a work desk in each unit and a fax and copying service is available at the Motel office.  Breakfast can be provided (from NZ$10 continental or from NZ$15 cooked) and there is a guest laundry (from NZ$2).  Surf Spot internet access is available at a cost of NZ$6 per 30 minutes / NZ$10 per hr.
Studio Room Single or double occupancy	NZ$145.00 Queen bed, super king bed or 2 single beds
Large Studio Room                                         SOLD OUT Single or double occupancy	NZ$160.00 Super king bed or twin singles
One bedroom apartment Single or double occupancy	NZ$170.00 Queen bed and single bed
Two bedroom apartment Twin occupancy	NZ$230.00 Queen bed and super king or 2 single beds

 
Centrepoint on Colombo - SOLD OUT
3 minute walk from the Christchurch Convention Centre

Motel style accommodation based in the centre of Christchurch.  Just a 3 minute walk to the Convention Centre, 5 minutes to the Town Hall and Casino and 8 minutes to Cathedral Square.  Guest rooms have a microwave, refrigerator, tea and coffee making facilities and access to Sky TV.  There is a full guest laundry and free parking available.  Internet access is available at a cost of NZ$2.50 per 15mins or NZ$20 per 24 hrs.
Studio Room                                                   SOLD OUT Single or double occupancy	NZ$145.00 King bed or super king bed or 2 single beds
Studio Twin                                                    SOLD OUT Twin occupancy	NZ$145.00 2 single beds
Deluxe Studio Room                                       SOLD OUT Double or twin occupancy	NZ$155.00 King bed or super king bed and single bed, or 2 single beds
Deluxe Spa Bath Studio                                 SOLD OUT Single or double occupancy	NZ$160.00 Super king bed or 2 single beds

Holiday Inn City Centre Christchurch
10 - 15 minute walk from the Christchurch Convention Centre

Holiday Inn City Centre is centrally located on the corner of Cashel & High Streets, only a minute’s walk from Cathedral Square.  All rooms are spacious with kitchenettes, and a number of rooms offer panoramic views of the city, the Port Hills, or the Southern Alps.  Internet access is available in all rooms at a cost of 0.68cents per minute or NZ$33.69 for a 24 hour period.  Valet parking is available at a cost of NZ$10 per day.

Standard Room Single or double occupancy

NZ$135.00 Single bed or double bed

Hotel Ibis, 107 Hereford Street
10 minute walk from the Christchurch Convention Centre

Located in the heart of Christchurch off Cathedral Square the hotel is close to cafes, restaurants, museums and many of Christchurch's popular attractions.  All rooms at Hotel Ibis Christchurch feature city views and have broadband internet access at a cost of 68 cents per minute / NZ$10 per 2 hrs (up to 50MB) / NZ$33.69 per 24hrs (up to 100MB).
Standard Room Single, double or twin occupancy	NZ$124.00 King bed or 2 double bed

Sovereign Hotel
1 minute walk from the Christchurch Convention Centre

Located on the corner of Kilmore and Durham Streets, The Sovereign Hotel offers budget accommodation at reasonable prices. The hotel is within walking distance to Cathedral Square, Casino, CBD, Botanical Gardens, restaurants and cafes, whilst only a 15 minute drive to Christchurch Airport. All rooms are smoke-free and wheelchair access is available upon request. Complimentary parking is available on the premises and wireless internet is available in each room at a cost of NZ$10 per night.
Single Room Single occupancy	NZ$115 King bed
Double Room Double occupancy	NZ$125.00 King beds
Twin Room Twin occupancy	NZ$145.00 2 Single beds

Christchurch City YHA
10 minute walk from the Christchurch Convention Centre

The Christchurch City YHA offers quality budget accommodation.  Centrally located within a short walk of restaurants, shopping and entertainment areas.  Guests have access to a TV and games room and full kitchen.  Internet access is available at a cost of NZ$3 per 30minutes, or there are several internet cafes within walking distance of the hostel.
Twin Room Twin occupancy	NZ$75.00 2 Single beds
Double Room Single or double occupancy	NZ$80.00 Double bed
Triple Room Triple occupancy	NZ$93.00 3 Single beds
Twin Ensuite Twin occupancy	NZ$95.00 2 Single beds
Double Ensuite Single or double occupancy	NZ$100.00 Double bed