Hei Hei Travel Guide
Christchurch
Popular places to visit
Lyttelton Harbour
Enjoy cafés, markets and boat trips at this scenic European port town, steeped in history and bordered by volcanic hills.
Sumner Beach
The main beach in the seaside retreat of Sumner is an idyllic place to spend a day in the sun away from the centre of Christchurch.
Hagley Park
Explore the great outdoors at Hagley Park, a lovely green space in Christchurch. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
New Brighton Beach
Surf, spot birdlife, walk across wild sand dunes and shop for handmade goods at a weekly market at this sandy beach and coastal suburb.
Riccarton Road
During your visit to Christchurch, you can enjoy retail therapy at Riccarton Road. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Cathedral Square
You can learn about the history of Christchurch when you stop by Cathedral Square. Visit the cathedral in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Top hotels in Hei Hei
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Great location, clean room, comfortable bed, friendly staff!
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Bealey Quarter
Handy to the city.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Novotel Christchurch Airport
Excellent
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Sudima Christchurch Airport
This place was perfect, there was just one
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Rydges Latimer Christchurch
The Room and the kindness of the staff but deserve 4 stars.I would put a one star only for the noise of reparations(?) in a Room Near to mine and for the loud noise of fire alarm exercice.At least I would have appreciated to receive a note in advance about IT.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
LyLo Christchurch
Rooms were clean with lots of under bed storage! Walking distance to the airport! Washer and dryer on site! Lovely showers with good pressure!
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Hei Hei
Hornby
The museums and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Hornby. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Air Force Museum of New Zealand and Riccarton Park, a few notable attractions nearby.
Ilam
Ilam is well liked for its bars. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Christchurch area, you might plan a trip to Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre or Bush Inn Centre.
Burnside
Travellers come to Burnside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre and Russley Golf Club while you're in town.
Christchurch Airport
While Christchurch Airport may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like International Antarctic Centre and Harewood Golf Club.
Riccarton
Riccarton is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Westfield Riccarton Mall and Riccarton Road.
Fendalton
Travellers like the historical sites in Fendalton, and Mona Vale is a top attraction you might want to visit.