Dripping with authentic New Zealand décor, the New City Hotel is an ideal spot to visit in case you want some Kiwi hospitality. Having opened its doors in the 1930s, it is a venue with a rich history and heritage. The establishment is located on Colombo Street by Morehouse Avenue. This makes it one of the last old-time hotels left right in the city center of Christchurch. As an ode to its tradition, the venue’s original liquor license was issued in 1864. While here, you can enjoy sumptuous meals or just a few drinks with mate’s.

There is a variety of refreshing drinks as well as pokies gaming machines on hand to keep you happy. Should you want to extend your stay, a selection of rooms is available for your comfort. The rates provided are affordable and cover both casual as well as long term stays. Here is more about this historic hotel.

Drinks, rooms & pokies @ The New City Hotel

The bar area in the New City Hotel is filled to the brim with liquor and leisure. You can order a jug or a handle of local or international beers. Furthermore, you can have wine, spirits or soft drinks. The prices are affordable and there is a friendly, cool atmosphere here due to all the house guests.

Strategic location

The appeal of the New City Hotel is partly due to its convenient location. The establishment is situated only 5 minutes from the ReStart Container Mall, Sydenham Precint, South City Mall and the Bus Exchange. As a matter of fact, the buses run right from the  front of the hotel often. As such, you can get here easily and travel home using the buses quite comfortably. The hotel is open on Monday to Thursday from 10.00am to 11.00pm and Friday to Sunday from 11.00am to 2.00am.

Popular pokies & gaming in Christchurch CBD

If you like to play slots, a gaming room with 18 pokies machines is adjacent to the bar. In addition to that, you can make bets on your horses or sports teams at the TAB.

Accommodation options

There are various types of rooms available at the New City Hotel. There is a Double Ensuite room, a Twin room and a Backpacker Dorm. There are ensuite and sharing Triple Rooms, Flashpackers Rooms, Single Rooms and Bunk Rooms. All are available at affordable prices for all budget’s.

A range of extra services are delivered to ensure your full comfort. Fresh linen is laid out in every room daily and guests have easy access to the bar as well as the lounge. There is a laundry area which is for use by guests while a hairdresser provides their services on the premises.

Some rooms require guests to share clean bathrooms while access is made easy by an elevator. There is free parking, a barbecue area and Wi-Fi Internet access available. You can book a room from the hotel’s website.

Conclusion

The New City Hotel is a one of a kind establishment. Having served guests and patrons for more than 70 years, it is an iconic part of the story of Christchurch city. Still standing in all its glory, the hotel provides wining, dining and accommodation at pocket-friendly prices. Their website reveals more in pictures. However, should you need to make a query, feel free to send an email to [email protected].

Contacts

Phone (03) 962 7910

Website www.newcityhotel.co.nz/

Map and address

New City Hotel & Backpackers
527 Colombo St, Christchurch Central, Chrischurch 8011, New Zealand

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