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Reviews of Merivale Manor This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

122 Papanui Road, Merivale , Saint Albans, 8014 Christchurch, New Zealand

#18 of 166 hotels in Christchurch

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 189 hotel reviews

9.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.7

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    9.4

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Free Wifi

    9.5

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  • Reviewed: September 10, 2025

    10
    Totally relaxing stay, had everything I needed plus extras.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Studio with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lovely modern property. Very clean and well appointed. Warm and inviting on arrival. Loved having a heat pump and electric blanket on the bed, as it was cold weather during my stay. Easy off street parking.

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: September 5, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Excellent accommodation and the owners, Karen and Wayne are absolutely gorgeous

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 26, 2025

    8.0
    A comfortable studio with a spa bath!
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 3 nights

    My partner was disappointed that we weren't in the main house, but I reminded him that the studio had a spa bath! The bed could have been a bit more comfortable, the mattress was a bit soft. We would have also preferred to have had a choice on whether we wanted to have our room serviced each day.

    Great location for getting about Christchurch. We had our own car but there is a bus stop right outside. Good bakery and cafe very close by and walking distance to another good cafe and a stunning restaurant 'Gatherings'. We chose the studio with a spa bath when booking. The studio was comfortable with a well-equipped kitchen and the spa bath which got a lot of use as we stayed during winter with low temperatures. Beautiful to see the main house and old protected tree each time we went out, and learning about its history even though we didn't stay in the rooms in the main house. Next time!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: July 29, 2025

    9.0
    It was very easy to access the unit as my wife had just had an eye operation.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very handy to Merivale

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: June 26, 2025

    9.0
    The hosts were very friendly and helpful The bed was comfortable and it’s not noisy
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Studio with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Easy access and parking, and in a nice area.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 12, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Great location, very clean and the staff were very friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 6, 2025

    9.0
    Lovely historic building and great managers and staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Studio
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We really enjoyed our stay in Merivale and Christchurch. Great spot for dining and shopping and accessing the city. We had a vehicle and that made it easy to get around. Grant and Maree were fabulous host and generous with their information and knowledge of places to eat and visit and they were spot on. Merivale Manor being a historic building had 2 flights of stairs to get upstairs and we had lovely old and spacious room. We had a requested a twin room and it had a queen bed and single both of which were very comfortable. Great shower and nice bathroom. Thanks so much to Grant and Maree

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 31, 2025

    8.0
    Great stay at friendly hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Studio with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Friendly staff, conveniently located, room was clean

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 12, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Studio with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    My stay at Merivale Manor was my first introduction to New Zealand! The facility and customer service was outstanding. There was such attention to detail in my room - it was comfortable, spotless and had lovely touches. The breakfast was also a highlight—I felt so welcomed and prepared for my hiking tour this week. I highly recommend Merivale Manor and thank the owners and staff for a beautiful experience.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 4, 2025

    9.0
    Fantastic
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Superior Studio with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Warm, clean rooms that were restocked each day.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 1, 2025

    9.0
    10/10 stay. Highly recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We weren't staying longer. Would love to have had a look at the library in a manor house.

    Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The location was perfect, could walk to the places we visited. Amazing shops down the road. Room was perfect. Very comfy bed, and having an electric blanket was 10/10. The spa bath was a great asset.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 1, 2025

    10
    Perfect!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lovely comfortable bed and room with fully equipped kitchen area and nice luxury touches, immaculately clean. Very friendly and helpful owners. Great location with nice shops and restaurants a few minutes walk away.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: March 27, 2025

    9.0
    If we come back to Christchurch we will stay again. That says it all
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Breakfast good. Location terrific. Staff really helpful. We would definitely stay again if in Christchurch. When booking the site was a bit misleading I’m not specifying that the rooms were not in the house.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 20, 2025

    10
    Excellent stay, thoroughly recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Spacious beautiful rooms.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 18, 2025

    10
    Great property, great location. The owners were lovely and welcoming
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Superior Studio with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beautiful property! And practical

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 17, 2025

    10
    Really friendly owner, nicely outfitted and comfortable room.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Owner/staff were completely helpful. Comfortable and complete accommodation.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 3, 2025

    10
    Loved it here. I would highly recommend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The owner Gin is friendly and kind. Very accommodating. Beautiful property in a very convenient location.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: February 27, 2025

    10
    Gem of a place in Christchurch
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    This is a great place. Beautifully appointed. Staff were really accommodating. Short trip into Christchurch. Would recommend the Botanic Gardens.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 24, 2025

    10
    Our stay was very pleasant.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bathroom is a bit cramped.

    The motel unit is close to the Christchurch centre and close to the Merivale Mall. The motel complex presents itself superbly.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 24, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights

    A bit pricey. Perfect location for Electric Avenue. Maybe hence the price. LOL

    The staff were fantastic. Really nice people.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 18, 2025

    8.0
    An excellent property in a beautiful suburb of Christchurch.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Close to the road, quite a lot of noise.

    Hosts were excellent, nothing was too much trouble. The garden around the property is beautiful and maintained by Phill to the highest standard. Very clean and comfortable with good laundry facilities.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 14, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Spacious, comfortable, quiet, well furnished and beautiful suites. Very pleasant atmosphere in a small colonial style building. Outstandingly helpful and friendly staff.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 11, 2025

    9.0
    Very comfortable and welcoming
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The 3/4 length glass windows and doors

    Owners are very friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: January 31, 2025

    10
    Very comfortable and spacious accomodation set in lovely gardens
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The room we had did not have a bath tub, but the shower was a large area so all good.

    Fresh array of breakfast granola and yoghart, juice, toast and jams and vegemite. Range of coffee and teas. Fresh range of fruit. Breakfast delivered evening prior.The accomodation was beautifully maintained and clean. Bed was comfy. A lovely verandah to sit and read with a glass of wine. Host Gin was very helpful. She arranged our transport to the airport without fuss. Location of Manor was good with a range of eating places a 5 minute walk. Location was close to town. Thanks to Gin for looking after us.

    Stayed in January 2025

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