Popular places to visit
Papanui Road
You can enjoy retail therapy at Papanui Road during your visit to Christchurch. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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.
Top hotels in Merivale
Hotel Carlton Mill
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Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Pavilions Hotel
Friendly and helpful staff. The hotel has sauna rooms. That’s amazing!
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Scenic Hotel Cotswold
Clean but dated property
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Merivale Manor
Everyone was very friendly and welcoming. The place was quiet, clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Camelot Motor Lodge
No air con which would have been nice but huge rooms and the kids loved the pool
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Ashford Motor Lodge
Lovely clean room Excellent location Helpful courteous staff
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Merivale
Saint Albans
Saint Albans is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Papanui Road and Bealey Avenue while in the area.
Papanui
Unique features of Papanui include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Northlands Shopping Centre or Papanui Road while you're exploring the area.
Fendalton
Travellers like the historical sites in Fendalton, and Mona Vale is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Christchurch City Centre
Christchurch City Centre is a destination visitors seek out for its abundant dining options, interesting museums and colourful gardens. You might want to check out attractions like Christchurch Art Gallery or Bridge of Remembrance while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Riccarton
Riccarton is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Westfield Riccarton Mall and Riccarton Road.
Addington
Unique features of Addington include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Apollo Projects Stadium or Addington Raceway while you're exploring the area.
Merivale Travel Guide
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