Name: Drifter Christchurch
Address: 96 Lichfield Street, 8011 Christchurch, New Zealand, 96 Lichfield Street, Canterbury, 8011, New Zealand
Rating: 9.0

Drifter Christchurch

–Excellent location - show map

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About this property

Central Location: Drifter Christchurch is situated in the city centre of Christchurch, offering easy access to key attractions. Christchurch Art Gallery is a 14-minute walk away, while Canterbury Museum lies 1.3 km from the hotel. Modern Facilities: Guests enjoy a sun terrace, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a lounge, outdoor fireplace, lift, 24-hour front desk, entertainment staff, shared kitchen, housekeeping service, outdoor seating area, family rooms, games room, stand-up comedy, live music, full-day security, bicycle parking, express check-in and check-out services, and luggage storage. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms with showers, carpeted floors, balconies, work desks, and TVs. Guests can also enjoy yoga classes, fitness classes, film nights, and an ice-skating rink in the surrounding area. Nearby Attractions: Christchurch International Airport is 11 km away, while Hagley Park lies 2.1 km from the hotel. Other nearby points of interest include Orana Wildlife Park (20 km) and Christchurch Railway Station (4.3 km).

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

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Room type	Number of guests
Shared Suite - 8 Bed 1 bunk bed
Shared Suite - 4 Bed 1 bunk bed
Superior Queen 1 large double bed
Premium King Suite 1 extra-large double bed
Family Room 2 bunk beds and 1 large double bed
Superior Queen Room with Balcony 1 large double bed
Family Loft Suite with Queen and Bunk Bedroom 1 1 large double bed Bedroom 2 2 bunk beds
Loft Suite with Two Queen Rooms Bedroom 1 1 large double bed Bedroom 2 1 large double bed
Private Suite - 8 Bed 8 bunk beds
Private Suite - 4 Bed 4 bunk beds
Premium Private Female Suite - 8 Bed 8 bunk beds
Premium Private Suite - 8 Bed 8 bunk beds
Premium Shared Suite - 8 Bed 1 bunk bed
Premium Shared Female Suite - 8 Bed 1 bunk bed
Superior Twin Room 2 single beds
Private Female Suite - 4 Bed 4 bunk beds
Shared Female Suite - 4 Bed 1 bunk bed

Guest reviews

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Free WiFi

Guests who stayed here loved

Luca

Germany

“The staff are incredibly friendly and always in a great mood they really make you feel welcome from the very first moment. The events they organize are fantastic and create such a fun and social atmosphere. The rooms are beautiful and...”

Felipe

Colombia

“Very nice rooms and bed. Other guests in the room were quiet and nice. Much better than expected.”

Ammeemma

Germany

“Perfect Location just next to the local/intercity bus terminal, friendly personal, beautiful hostel, very clean, bathroom for each room, power and light for every bed”

Leonie

Germany

“The location is perfect! Very clean and very nice staff.”

Nicola

United Kingdom

“Great location next to bus station and easy walk to where you need to be. Big dorms Loads of places to relax or socialise Busy but sociable without being a party hostel”

Ortiz

New Zealand

“Just Perfect :) The best Hostel I have ever stayed in.”

Grace

United Kingdom

“Never stayed in a Drifter before and it was excellent. Was really blown away by the space and facilities. Can’t recommend enough.”

Gonzalo

Australia

“Modern, new, stylish from the dorm to the common areas. Spotless and tidy. Big lockers, shelf with multiple power outlets and light. Comfy bed.”

Pia

Germany

“Very nice communal rooms, has everything you might need.”

Hayley

United Kingdom

“Beds really comfortable and overall facilities great!”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site

Rambler

Open for
Dinner • Cocktail hour
Ambiance
Modern

House rules

Drifter Christchurch takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

Until 10:00

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years

Extra bed upon request

NZD 30 per child, per night

Cot upon request

Free

3+ years

Extra bed upon request

NZD 30 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Cards accepted at this hotel

Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with a (Visa, Mastercard, American Express) credit card.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Drifter Christchurch in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.