Novotel Christchurch Airport — Hotel in Christchurch

My flight into Christchurch was severely delayed, which in turn meant I missed my next flight. Travel Insurance to the rescue, they told me to book a Hotel for the night, and fly out the next morning. Usually stay at the Sudima, but I have wanted to stay at the Novotel for a long time, so this was the perfect opportunity.

Whilst waiting for my Bags I went online and quickly booked a room. Certainly more pricier than other Hotels in the Airport area, especially if you want a room with a view over the Runway/Tarmac. At least with the Novotel however, it is a very short, straightforward walk across the terminal to the Hotel.

Baggage collected at the Regional Gates, it took only a few minutes to walk across the Airport to the Hotel. Despite only booking online moments before, the friendly young lady at Reception already had my room allocated. Decent information about the Restaurant and where things were located.

My Standard Room was on the Fourth Floor looking out over the Carpark, and to some of the Regional Tarmac Area in the distance.

The room offers excellent first impressions. Clean, Well appointed, fresh and modern. It was also really quite spacious for what was only a standard room. Bathroom was really funky, that could be opened up for a more open plan feel, or closed in with large sliding doors/walls. Toilet and Shower were separated with glass doors.

Small Tea and Coffee station with the usual affair. The fridge was a really weird pull out draw affair. Quite awkward to store stuff in it. Especially the bags of Kaimoana brought from home to share with family up North.

It was quite noisey for a time there, with doors banging in the corridor, and people congregating with loud voices. Thankfully by midnight it seemed die down. Being an Airport Hotel, people do tend to come and go quite a bit.

The Bed was extremely comfortable, with good quality and clean linen. Large TV on the wall with options for normal TV viewing, Casting your phone to it, or choosing a movie from a large online library the Hotel has. No extra costs.

Internet access was simple to connect to, and I had no issues streaming and downloading with it.

Room Service could be ordered by scanning a QR Code on the wall in the room. Very easy to use, with the items just charged back to your room. I ordered dinner from the Restaurant to be delivered. There didn't really seem to be a lot of options. I was hankering for a decent Burger, but all the options tended to be a bit more 'High End'. I settled on a Chicken dish. Got a phone call on the in room phone about 15mins later to say the Food was on its way down from the Restaurant. Delivered to my door moments later. The food was actually really nice. Loads of flavour and well presented. Dinner and a non alcoholic drink cost around $55 including the $5 Room Service Fee.

I slept well when the bulk of the noise from the Hallway died down.

Early check out to make my 6am Check In at the Regional end of the Terminal. Gent on the desk was friendly enough, and got me check out quickly. Invoice sent through to my email address instantly.

All in all, a brilliant stay here at the Christchurch Airport Novotel. The rooms (even the standard ones) are high quality, well appointed, clean and comfortable. The location is brilliant, with the Terminal being literally right next door.

Will definitely be returning back here. Definitely...

Well, where to start. The rooms itself were okay as expected. The view wasn't much as there really wasn't much point at staring at the carpark or other buildings. Although their sky tower was a laugh. You had to be there.

The lobby was draped and spacious. The front desk personnel were non-inviting and somewhat well, not rude but unwelcoming. They could improve on their hospitality, especially working in a hotel.

The bar service was adequate, although I had trouble explaining what the lemon and salt were for. When the drinks were served, they gave me the wrong salt to accompany my shots. The lemons were what they were okay but more sour than usual.

The food ordered took about 40-60 minutes to be served, and when it did arrive, my first thoughts were I could have cooked it myself. Being hungry, tipsy, and tired it was what it was.

The steak wasn't medium well as ordered it seemed medium rare. The mushroom sauce tasted like it was made from a can. The wedges were as expected. The broccolini was limp and overcooked, and not all that appetising. The garlic bread was disappointing. It lacked flavour and colour, not appealing at all.

The restaurant felt cold, and that was with the people inside there. The atmosphere could have been better, and I could have had better company, but that's another review.

The guests across the hall from me were loud and obnoxious whilst on the phone and banging around in their room, which could also be heard from my room. It was loud and just all round terrible.

Breakfast with what I had on my plate was okay. The hot stuff was warm and okay, but nothing you write home about. But the fruit I had in the bowl with different yoghurt was a little sour. That's on me, I should have known better.

One of the guests at our table was being harassed by staff about payment for breakfast. Which could have been sorted afterwards and not turned into an argument whilst we were trying to eat our breakfast.

The upsetting and unpleasant experience at breakfast was some man yelling profanities across the restaurant to our table, and no one said anything to him. We all got up and left the table upset and that none of us had finished our breakfast. His behaviour towards us was appalling and should have been stopped immediately, and it was not.

We checked out earlier than anticipated and retrieved our vehicle whilst others were still sorting out their checkout. I'm not sure I would personally stay there again, but I guess everyone's experiences are different. This was mine.

My highlight was the dessert - Creme brulee with...

Subject: Exceptional Experience at Novotel Christchurch Airport for Our Conference

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I recently had the pleasure of organizing and hosting a conference at the Novotel Christchurch Airport, and I cannot express enough how impressed and delighted we were with the entire experience. From the moment we arrived to the moment we departed, the Novotel team exceeded our expectations in every aspect.

First and foremost, the conference facilities were top-notch. The meeting rooms were spacious, well-lit, and equipped with all the latest technology needed for a successful event. The attention to detail in setting up the space according to our requirements was truly commendable. The seamless integration of audiovisual equipment, comfortable seating, and the overall ambiance created an ideal environment for our conference.

The staff at Novotel Christchurch Airport were exceptional. From the front desk to the conference coordinators, everyone demonstrated a level of professionalism and friendliness that made our stay truly memorable. Any request, no matter how big or small, was handled with efficiency and a genuine desire to ensure our satisfaction.

The catering provided during our conference was a culinary delight. The menu options were diverse, catering to various dietary preferences, and the quality of the food was outstanding. Our attendees couldn't stop raving about the delicious meals and refreshments served throughout the event. The catering team's attention to detail and commitment to excellence truly elevated our conference experience.

One of the standout features of Novotel Christchurch Airport is the stunning views it offers. The panoramic views of the airport and the surrounding landscape added an extra layer of charm to our event. It created a unique and picturesque backdrop that was appreciated by everyone in attendance.

In conclusion, our experience at Novotel Christchurch Airport was nothing short of exceptional. The combination of outstanding facilities, a dedicated and friendly staff, delicious catering, and breathtaking views made our conference a resounding success. I wholeheartedly recommend Novotel Christchurch Airport to anyone seeking a venue that not only meets but exceeds expectations. We look forward to hosting future events at this remarkable establishment. Thank you, Novotel, for making our conference a memorable and...