Mount Pleasant Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
Lyttelton Harbour
Enjoy cafés, markets and boat trips at this scenic European port town, steeped in history and bordered by volcanic hills.
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.
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.
University of Canterbury
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Canterbury during your trip to Christchurch. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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 Mount Pleasant
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Good location, rooms are reasonable sized. The furnishing is a bit old (eg no USB ports for charging) so you need to bring an adapter. Overall good value for money
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Bealey Quarter
Convenient
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
LyLo Christchurch
You can walk to the hostel from the airport in 10 or 15 minutes... shortest if you walk next to the Antarctic Center. The hostel has a very spacious common room/ kitchen with a vast patio and lots of varied seating and lounging opportunities.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Novotel Christchurch Airport
Friendly staff, clean room, great location by the airport
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street
Would you like to see more smily and enthusiastic looking staffs
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Hotel Give
Close to good food and shops
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mount Pleasant
Lyttelton
You'll enjoy the sandy beaches and museums in Lyttelton. You might want to make time for a stop at Lyttelton Harbour or Lyttelton Farmers Market.
Sumner
If you're spending some time in Sumner, Sumner Beach and Cave Rock are top sights worth seeing.
Woolston
You'll enjoy the restaurants and gardens in Woolston. You might want to make time for a stop at The Tannery or Caddyshack City.
Linwood
You'll enjoy the parks and shopping in Linwood. You might want to make time for a stop at Eastgate Mall or Woodham Park.
New Brighton
You'll enjoy the beaches and parks in New Brighton. You might want to make time for a stop at Avon Heathcote Estuary or New Brighton Beach.
Cashmere
You'll enjoy the mountain views and gardens in Cashmere. You might want to make time for a stop at Port Hills or Clearwater Golf Resort.
