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The Mayfair

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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Top of House - King | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
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Mayfair Suite | Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with cable channels, TV, tablet
Reception
Located in central Christchurch, The Mayfair offers an upscale retreat with practical amenities. Enjoy coffee at the on-site shop, dine at Majestic at Mayfair, unwind at the bar, or maintain routines in the gym. High-speed WiFi and helpful staff ensure memorable stays.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Room service

Room options

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Mayfair King | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Mayfair King

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(39 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Mayfair Twin King | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Mayfair Twin King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Top of House - King | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Top of House - King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Mayfair Suite | Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with cable channels, TV, tablet

Mayfair Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
Smart TV
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Top of House - Suite | Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with cable channels, TV, tablet

Top of House - Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
  • 58 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Mayfair King

  • Sleeps 2

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Mayfair Twin King

  • Sleeps 4

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Top Of House - King

  • Sleeps 2

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Mayfair Suite

  • Sleeps 3

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Top Of House - Suite

  • Sleeps 3

About the neighborhood

Map
155 Victoria St, Christchurch, Canterbury, 8013

What's nearby

  • Hagley Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Christchurch Casino - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cathedral Square - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Christchurch Public Hospital - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 10 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The George - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pure - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Diner 66 Christchurch - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Blax Espresso Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Mayfair

Luxury hotel near Papanui Road
Located close to Christchurch Casino and Bealey Avenue, The Mayfair provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. The on-site restaurant, Majestic at Mayfair, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a gym and conference space.
Additional perks include:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and an elevator
  • Tour/ticket assistance, secured bicycle storage, and luggage storage
  • 2 meeting rooms, a front-desk safe, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 67 rooms have comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches like pillow menus and laptop-compatible safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and pillowtop mattresses
  • Designer toiletries, showers, and hair dryers
  • 55-inch Smart TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, tablet computers, and free tea bags/instant coffee

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (NZD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Secured valet parking on site (NZD 39 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to noon for a fee: NZD 35 for adults and NZD 35 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Majestic at Mayfair
  • Majestic at Mayfair

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 807 square feet of conference space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with premium cable channels
  • Tablet computer

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 75.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 35 for adults and NZD 35 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: NZD 25 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Secured valet parking fee: NZD 39 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 75.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

The Mayfair Hotel
The Mayfair Christchurch
The Mayfair Hotel Christchurch

Frequently asked questions

Is The Mayfair pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Mayfair?

Self parking is available for NZD 25 per night. Valet parking is available for NZD 39 per night.

What time is check-in at The Mayfair?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Mayfair?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Mayfair located?

Located in Christchurch City Centre, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Bealey Avenue and Papanui Road. Christchurch Casino and Hagley Park are also within 10 minutes.

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The Mayfair Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 207 out of 257 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 257 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 257 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 257 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 257 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff. Very accommodating. Great room. Talented bar staff. Didn't stay for dinner but restaurant was filled with locals for bfast, which tells me food must be great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sin Ching

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall good place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great experience, everyone very welcoming. Very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for a family of 4. Lots of room and great shower.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely rooms, staff and cafe onsite
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the in house restaurant, staff at front desk, and Greek restaurant down the street.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious rooms, lovely design, comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location. Room clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hugh

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect from checkin to checkout. A great property well situated.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel which has everything you need for business or pleasure trip. Great breakfast menu
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
fantastic location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed was very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerome

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Terrific Hotel

Large suite. Comfy bed. Clean and new. Excellent food at the ground floor restaurant. Helpful and accessible staff. Easy walk to shopping and restaurants. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly team, warm, comfortable, spacious, and modern interior. Great shower too. Loved the room lighting options.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gillian A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gorgeous Spot

Such a lovely appointed hotel in a great spot easy walk to city
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cornelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful place to stay. Quiet and convenient to many areas. Easy to get around and explore.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Service was amazing and friendly. Rooms were comfortable, clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great stay we had here :) staff were truly above and beyond, and the facilities were great. Hoping to one day come back whenever we are in Christchurch for a holiday
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location while not in city center was convenient to the park & botanical gardens and still walkable to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
wonderful new hotel with gorgeous rooms - every amenity. Best breakfast ever... really loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel, comfortable and quaint with all the new technology. Parking right next to hotel. Easy 10 min walk to downtown Christchurch. Coffee shops in the area were great. Easy place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Petine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tidy and comfortable. Walkable into the inner city dining
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zhihao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff (both front desk and housekeepers) who helped us with our luggage bags. Very clean and comfortable rooms. Really have no complaints about our stay here and will definitely come back again when in Christchurch.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern hotel in great location. Spacious, well-equipped rooms. Excellent cafe with great service and food. We’ll be back!

10/10 Excellent

Anthea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After a long month on the road, staying at the Mayfair was a heavenly experience. The staff were all delightful to interact with for the entirety of our stay and our room was beautiful. I will be recommending the Mayfair to everyone and hope to visit again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

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