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About the Hotel

344 Durham Street North, Christchurch, New Zealand

Rooms & Suites

Focus Motel offers studios and apartments with kitchenettes featuring refrigerators, microwaves, and cooktops. The Penthouse suite includes a full kitchen, spa bath, home theater system, and wrap-around balcony. All units have free high-speed WiFi, Sky TV with 50+ channels, air conditioning, and double-glazed windows. Select rooms have spa baths, laundry facilities, and balconies. Maximum occupancy ranges from 2 adults in studios to 4 adults in two-bedroom apartments.

Dining Options

No onsite restaurant. A continental breakfast is available for an additional charge. Over 20 restaurants are within a 5-minute walk, including Spice Paragon (Thai), Irish pubs, and options for Indian, Burmese, Japanese, and Italian cuisine. Reception provides a printed restaurant guide with local recommendations.

Location & Transportation

Located in Christchurch City Centre, 10 km from Christchurch International Airport. Less than 1 km from Bridge of Remembrance, Canterbury Museum, Cardboard Cathedral, and 2011 earthquake memorials. Hagley Park is 1.5 km away. Christchurch Public Hospital, Southern Cross Hospital, and Forte Health are within walking distance. Free secure on-site parking with gated access after 9 PM.

Services & Facilities

Free high-speed WiFi throughout property. Reception provides local attraction recommendations and restaurant guides. Laundry facilities with washers and dryers available. Lift access to all floors. Disabled shower available by request. Continental breakfast option (additional charge). No room service or business center.

Nearby Attractions

Walking distance to COCA, Christchurch Art Garden, and Lady Isaac Theatre. Hagley Park events are around the corner. Christchurch Casino and Margaret Mahy Playground are nearby. Christchurch Adventure Park is a short drive away. Victoria Street restaurants are 5 minutes on foot.

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From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.
Two-Bedroom Apartment
Max:
2 persons
380 sq. feet 
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Penthouse Apartment
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2 persons
865 sq. feet 
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Studio
Max:
2 persons
205 sq. feet 
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Getting around

All Transportation Options at a Glance

City Centre
Christchurch3000 ft
Airports
Christchurch (CHC) 6.0 mi

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Paid shuttle service
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Dining

  • In-room breakfast

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Washing machine
  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Bedroom

  • Electric blankets

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • CD player

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

344 Durham Street North, Christchurch, New Zealand
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344 Durham Street North, Christchurch, New Zealand
Nearby
Church
Knox Church
900 ft
Corner of Gloucester and Colombo Streets
Tree Houses for Swamp Dwellers
1900 ft
Victoria Square Central City
Floral Clock
1200 ft
Restaurants
The Grand Cafe
800 ft
30 Victoria Street Christchurch Casino
Chi Kitchen
800 ft
30 Victoria St Inside the Christchurch Casino
Spice Paragon Victoria Street
900 ft
76 Victoria Street Central Business District
Three Cows Cafe Bar & Restaurant
900 ft
71 - 73 Victoria Street
Aroy Thai
900 ft
61 Victoria Street
Yamagen Japanese Restaurant
900 ft
53 Victoria Street
Kakano Cafe and Cookery School
800 ft
100 Peterborough Street
Black & White Coffee Cartel
1000 ft
83 Victoria Street

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 3 reviews
8.9
8.9/10 based on 378 reviews
David
United Kingdom, July  2023
8.6/10

My stay at the hotel was truly exceptional. The rooms were extremely clean and well presented, offering a high standard of cleanliness and a great central location in Christchurch. The service provided by the staff was very helpful and welcoming, making us feel right at home. The location was perfect, within walking distance to all the attractions I wanted to visit. Although the living space in the two-bedroom apartment was slightly cramped, the overall experience was fantastic.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were of a very high standard, immaculately clean & in a great central location.
Service
8.0
The staff were helpful, welcoming, and provided great orientation for getting around.
Location
10.0
The location was excellent, within easy walking distance of all major attractions.
Dining
7.0
Finding a suitable cafe was easy in the area.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were convenient and well-maintained.
Great location
Slightly cramped living space
Jack
United Kingdom, June  2023
8.8/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel in the city center. The room was warm and cozy, very clean, and had first-class facilities, making it a comfortable place to stay. The staff were great, friendly, extremely helpful, and very professional. The location was excellent, close to many eateries and within walking distance of key attractions. However, the dining options were limited, which was a bit disappointing. Overall, a lovely stay with great value for money.

Rooms
9.0
The room was cozy but clean and comfortable with everything I needed.
Service
9.0
The staff were really friendly and helpful.
Location
10.0
The location was perfect, within easy walking distance to many attractions and eateries.
Dining
7.0
Finding a suitable cafe was a bit challenging due to limited options.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel offers excellent facilities for a comfortable stay.
Paul
United Kingdom, May  2023
8.6/10

I couldn't have asked for a better stay! The rooms are really nice, spotless clean, and have everything you need to be comfortable. The staff gave a great orientation for getting around-and-about, and the location is excellent, with an easy walk to the town's main attractions. The dining options were a bit limited, but the overall experience was fantastic.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were very clean and easy walk to the sites in town.
Service
9.0
The staff were very friendly and helpful with directions.
Location
10.0
The location is excellent-an easy walk to the sites in town.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was okay, but could offer more variety.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers great facilities for a comfortable stay.
Friendly staff
Limited dining options
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