Drifter Christchurch | Hotel in Christchurch

9.0 (2136 Reviews) |  17 Bathrooms  57 Guests
Christchurch City Centre Hotel | Drifter Christchurch

Hotel in Christchurch City Centre, Christchurch

Conveniently set in Christchurch, Drifter Christchurch provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a restaurant. The property has entertainment staff and a 24-hour front desk. Every room is equipped with a private bathroom and a shower, and certain units at the hotel have a balcony. Popular points of interest near Drifter Christchurch include Christchurch Art Gallery, Canterbury Museum and The Chalice. Christchurch International Airport is 6.8 miles away.

Drifter Christchurch is located in Christchurch.

This 235 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Entertainment, Child Friendly, Internet, and several others. This is a good star rated property and has over 2136 reviews with the average score of 9 . Coming to Christchurch and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 235 Bedrooms Hotel if you want to learn more about this StayAndPlay.com place in Christchurch. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Drifter Christchurch in Christchurch is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Drifter Christchurch”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hotel, please let us know.

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Unique Amenities

  • Air Conditioner
  • Designated Smoking Area
  • TV
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Balcony/Terrace
  • Accessibility
  • Security/Safety
  • Business Services
  • Sports/Activities
  • Wellness Facilities
  • Fireplace/Heating
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Guest Services
  • Entertainment
  • Child Friendly
  • Internet
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
 
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Policies

Check-in The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy Non refundable
Payment Policy Credit card required
Pet Policy Pets are not allowed
Other Policy Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with a (visa, mastercard, american express) credit card.please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply, guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
 
96 Lichfield Street, Christchurch, 8011, New Zealand

What Our Guests say 500 + Reviews

Dec 18, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: The staff were amazing and extremely accomodating to my trip timings.
Negative: N/A
Summary: I stayed with drifters twice over a week and both times they went above and beyond to make sure that I was comfortable.
Becca Becca, United Kingdom
Dec 17, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Super clean, great rooms and lots of amenities
Manu.M Manu.M, Romania
Dec 17, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Our dorm had two very nice seperate bathrooms with great showers. Dorm was roomy with a vanity and place to sit. Comfy beds. Lots of storage room in the fridges in the kitchen.
Negative: Kitchen was very small, no chance of cooking with so many people staying. Bit noisy in the common rooms with always music on. Wifi didnt work for me, luckily lots of other free wifi if I walked 20 meters up the street.
Marije Marije, Netherlands
Dec 17, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: The closeness to the InterCity station and being in the city center in a walking distance from everything. Very nice room size to store luggage and a huge bathroom.
Birgit Birgit, Austria
Dec 13, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
Runping Runping, Australia
Dec 13, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Really great all round - location, bathrooms, communal spaces, super friendly staff & comfy beds!
Negative: The parking situation was a little annoying & pay & display needs to be factored into the cost if you have a car (but appreciate this is out of the hostels control & comes with their central location). My main note would be that the size of the kitchen is quite small for the amount of guests, & it can get pretty messy pretty quick. However the staff did a great job of keeping areas clean for guests.
Zoe Zoe, United Kingdom
Dec 13, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: The hostel was exceptionally clean and well run. Very special, lots of events intended to get people to meet each other. Not a typical “party hostel” though. Great value too, just a little more than more basic hostels.
Negative: The kitchen was way too small for how many people were staying there, and they haven’t quite figured out a system which encourages guests to keep it properly clean.
Summary: Best hostel I’ve ever been to
Matthew Matthew, USA
Dec 13, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
Renata Renata, Czech Republic
Dec 12, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
nicola nicola, Switzerland
Oct 7, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: The room is great. Super clean and all new. Comfy bed. Shampoo, body wash etc smelled nice. New and modern blue tooth speaker and television
Negative: Virtual key was a bit annoying and you seemed to need to offload a lot of personal info for pre check-in
Jen Jen, Australia

FAQ's

Is this Drifter Christchurch pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Drifter Christchurch?

Check-in time for Drifter Christchurch starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Drifter Christchurch have a swimming pool?

No, this Drifter Christchurch does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Drifter Christchurch?

Best-rates for the Drifter Christchurch starts from $95 per night with includes Designated Smoking Area, Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, Kitchen, Accessibility, Business Services, Fireplace/Heating, Restaurant, Bar, Wheelchair Accessible, Balcony/Terrace, Guest Services, Laundry, Air Conditioner, TV, Entertainment, Child Friendly, Internet StayAndPlay offers fully equipped golf villas, golf hotels, golf resorts, luxury golf cabins, and exclusive golf retreats, making it easier than ever to find your perfect golf escape — ideal for families, peaceful getaways, or pet-friendly retreats with the whole crew.

Is Drifter Christchurch a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Drifter Christchurch wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Drifter Christchurch is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Drifter Christchurch?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Drifter Christchurch indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Drifter Christchurch?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Drifter Christchurch are as follows: Non refundable Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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