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Drifter Christchurch

2.0 star property
City centre hostel within walking distance of Cathedral Square

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Free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Bar (on property)
Premium King Suite
At Drifter Christchurch, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Lyttelton Harbour. A terrace and a garden are other highlights.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (4)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is NZ$153
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar

Room options

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Premium King Suite

Premium King Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Suite - 8 Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Suite - 4 Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Private Female Suite - 8 Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Queen Room with Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Private Suite - 8 Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Queen Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Twin Room

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Loft Suite with Queen and Bunk

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Loft Suite with Two Queen Rooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
The price is NZ$103
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
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About the area

Map
96 Lichfield St, Christchurch, Canterbury, 8011

What's nearby

  • Cathedral Square - 7 min walk
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 9 min walk
  • Hagley Park - 12 min walk
  • Christchurch Casino - 17 min walk
  • Christchurch Botanic Gardens - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 23 min drive
  • Christchurch Railway Station - 10 min drive
  • Rolleston Station - 18 min drive
  • Rangiora Station - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Joe's Garage Christchurch Central - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪C1 Espresso - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pink Lady Rooftop - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Eightgrains - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Drifter Christchurch

At Drifter Christchurch, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Lyttelton Harbour. A terrace and a garden are other highlights.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 328 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
    • Guests will receive smart lock details
    • Guests are required to download the property's Goki mobile app before check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No on-site parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Shared microwave
  • Shared fridge
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Pilates classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Pool table

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Rooftop garden
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer (on request)
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 per cent

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Drifter Christchurch Christchurch
Drifter Christchurch Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does Drifter Christchurch offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Drifter Christchurch does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Drifter Christchurch?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Drifter Christchurch?

Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Drifter Christchurch.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Drifter Christchurch?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an on-site casino at Drifter Christchurch?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Christchurch Casino (17-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at Drifter Christchurch and nearby?

On-site recreation at Drifter Christchurch includes fitness classes, Pilates and yoga. Drifter Christchurch also has a garden.

What's the area around Drifter Christchurch like?

Drifter Christchurch is in Christchurch City Centre, a short 5-minute walk from Riverside Market and 7 minutes' walk from Cathedral Square.

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Drifter Christchurch Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay. Cool place, right in yhe middle of town. Super friendly staff and they were really efficient too! Great place to stay!
Scott, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It's a pretty special place. Impeccable design, comfy beds, nice showers, and a great bar downstairs. Would come back for sure
Joel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome place to stay in Christchurch CBD.
Daniela, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our stay way so nice, the hotel is very vibey and convenient location! Super cute
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Central, modern hotel with a great vibe
Great central location, modern hotel with an awesome bar on ground level. Need the Goki App to access hotel and it can be a little confusing for non tech savvy people but otherwise would highly recommend.
Scott, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great facilities. Perfect location.
Leonie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

great stay in Christchurch
We traveled as a family - four kids and mother in law, and got two suites. the outside of the building is very nice, but its next to a run down building so we were a little skeptical when we saw it. But the fears were misplaced. Great location, inside was great. More set up for the backpacker crowd - lots of rooms to meet or meet up with people. Great vibe. But it wasn't at all bad for families.
kevin, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A lovely hotel. The rooms and facilities were well presented and clean, with nice bathroom products as well. The location is also great, right in the centre of town. Only downside is the need to download an app to access lifta/rooms.
Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Thumps up
Nice fresh and good location, tiny room.
Keijo, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Convenient location, overall vibe was very chill, really felt like the days were just drifting. The common rooms were enjoyable.
Claire, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Located very close to the bus interchange whici is so convenient for tourist using metro, intercity and grayline.
Chinatsu, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

A great place to stay for a fast stay over with a bigger close group of mates
Jenna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great updates!
Carol, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Right next to transport hub.
Heather, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Everything great. Bathroom pretty small and would get completely wet with no door on shower. No bench to put belongings. Cleaning service wasn’t a full clean.
3-night trip

6/10 Good

Smart lock is a plus
Shenglu, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good central location. Automated check in was a bit painful and noise from what I guess is an apartment above the 4th floor was annoying both ends of the day.
Stephen, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location
Keyless check in. Easy check out at early morning. Helpful staff, scale for weighing my luggage is available. Very near airport bus stop and also a popular food court.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

modern and central
Steve, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Yoga
Benjamin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice vibe and concept. Brand new premises
Amandine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

One of the best hostels I’ve ever stayed in. Everyone was welcoming, lovely facilities all round, clean and great value for money. Rooms are lovely, airy and clean. Same for the bathrooms, the complimentary Shampoo, conditioner and shower gel a really nice bonus. So many communal areas, all really nice, welcoming and clean. The fitness studio was an added bonus for a much needed stretch after a long flight, as was the complementary coffee and tea in the kitchen. Would thoroughly recommend Drifter’s to anyone looking for somewhere to stay in Christchurch.
Olivia Staunton, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

I personally quite admire this vision of Drifter being a hybrid of a hostel a hotel. Not an easy task as these two types(or more) customers are rather different. As a hostel, the kitchen is too small to accommodate the amount of users; as a hotel it probably falls into a two-star setup, even tho it has a five-star interior. Over all, the staff was superb. Obviously a much younger generation with a rather professional and yet friendly attitude and work ethic. Cudos!
Kyle, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

This is a new property with a mix of hostel and hotel accommodation. I stayed in the hotel section and the room was clean but not particularly well sound proofed. The hotel also relies on technology for online self check-in and a digital key via an app. I found the check-in process to have a few issues and ended up having to check-in in person once I arrived at the hotel. However, I'm sure these bugs will be ironed out over time.
Kevin, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

App key was terrible. Most cases didn’t work on, so I needed to wait for someone coming out. Technology makes me uncomfortable.
Yusuke, 2-night trip