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The George embodies everything you could dream of in a luxury boutique hotel. At this luxury 5-star boutique hotel in Christchurch where you can expect to receive impeccable service. The George typifies luxury at every level—extensive facilities, comprehensive service, excellent quality and attention to detail. With an award-winning restaurant; 50 Bistro and a beautiful setting and 5-star comfort The George is delightfully yours.

Supreme comfort and an intimate ambience are matched by the stunning location overlooking the picturesque Hagley Park and the River Avon. You are just steps away from a morning run or the vibrant cultural precinct.

Park Suite - (6 ROOMS)

Gaze wistfully through picture gallery windows to captivating views over Hagley Park and the River Avon or cuddle up on the couch. The suites are so enchanting guests may not want to leave. Designed by Warren & Mahoney, the recently refurbished luxury suites are the jewel in The George’s crown and offer spacious state of the art contemporary interiors complete with Bose entertainment systems.

Junior Suite - (4 ROOMS)

As guests step through the door, the neutral decor will whisk away into a world of tranquil serenity. Instantly calming, the spacious suites were designed by leading Christchurch architects Warren & Mahoney and offer additional living and bathroom space as well as full sized robes and custom made furniture.

Premium Executive Room - (35 ROOMS)

Deliciously contemporary featuring stunning commissioned photographic artwork or feature walls with oak leaf detailing the rooms offer peaceful spacious surroundings for both the business and pleasure traveller. Designed by Warren and Mahoney to the highest specifications and situated on all floors, the sophisticated rooms offer the highest level of comfort allowing guests to catch breath, relax and revitalize.

Executive Room - (8 ROOMS)

Situated on all levels the sumptuously comfortable beds and furnishings, elegant white tiled bathrooms, the majority of which are wheelchair accessible with shower only, generous toiletries, and room amenities ensure that guests will have the most blissfully comfortable stay.

 

The Residence

The Residence is available in a number of configurations, with the three en-suite bedrooms being able to be rented individually or combined as either a one-bedroom suite, a two-bedroom suite with one shared living room, or exclusive use of the entire three bedroom villa. The latter option includes the exclusive use of the ground floor kitchen, dining room and library as well as access to the hotel gardens.

Botanic Gardens

At the heart of Christchurch's reputation as the Garden City, the Gardens are a place of ever-changing beauty. Showcasing flora and fauna of New Zealand and other parts of the world, the Gardens feature one of the finest collections of exotic and local plants in New Zealand. With more than 1.1 Million visitors each year the Botanic Gardens are one of the Christchurch's most popular and well-loved attractions.

Punting

Relax on a romantic 30-minute punt (flat-bottomed boat) ride along the Avon River in Christchurch. Float past willows lining the riverbanks as a punter, dressed in traditional costume, uses a long pole to propel you and your companions across the water while providing informative commentary. You’ll row past the city center and Christchurch Botanic Gardens, which you can opt to tour by electric shuttle. Other upgrades include a Christchurch Gondola ride to the Crater Rim and/or a Christchurch Tram hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour of downtown.

Explore Christchurch & Akaroa

Both Christchurch and Akaroa hold many beauties inside them. If you want to explore them, our experienced local guide will let you do it! Christchurch lets you discover it with its history, beautiful buildings, parks, and beaches, while Akaroa allows you to be part of the wildlife and get to know it’s friendly dolphins with our experienced local guide. During this full-day tour, you can have the chance to visit many of Christchurch’s and Akaora’s beauties, plus many places between the two, such as a cheese factory, seaside beaches, and historic towns.

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