Scenic Hotel Cotswold
88-96 Papanui Road, Merivale
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10 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
10 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“The hotel is a beautiful property with good rooms”
“Does have some budget rooms which are quite basic, but the other rooms are just …”
“Location was great”
“Clean tidy, handy location”
“The staff was good as well”
“Great service with a smile”
“Room was clean Abe bed and pillows were comfortable, shower had good pressure”
“The cleanliness and heating”
Overview
Centrally located, Scenic Hotel Cotswold offers rooms with free WiFi and flat-screen TV. It is just a short walk from Merivale Mall Shopping Centre and 10 minutes' walk from Hagley Park. Surrounded by English gardens, it features an outdoor swimming pool, a sauna and a fitness room. Free parking is included. Scenic Hotel Cotswold is 8 minutes' drive from Christchurch Hospital, 12 minutes' drive from AMI Stadium and 15 minutes' drive from Christchurch International Airport. The hotel offers expansive rooms and suites, with a variety of bed configurations. All rooms have satellite channels and tea/coffee making facilities. The restaurant is open for breakfast and dinner, offering New Zealand cuisine and an extensive wine list. Scenic Hotel Cotswold is close to a number of restaurants and bars. It is a short walk to the Casino and Christchurch Art Centre.
Traveller reviews
Krishnamoorthy
solo_traveller
June 15, 2026
The hotel is a beautiful property with good rooms. The staff was good as well.
Richard
extended_group
June 12, 2026
Didn't eat there
Sheena
solo_traveller
June 11, 2026
“Good budget option”
Location was great. Good sized living area. Good facilities.
John
solo_traveller
June 6, 2026
Clean tidy, handy location
peter
solo_traveller
June 5, 2026
We were made to feel welcome The layout of the village felt like a little English village.
Reece
extended_group
June 5, 2026
“50/50 to the quality of room you get. I feel the front rooms are lot better looked after”
The location is good
Pauline
solo_traveller
June 5, 2026
Great service with a smile
Mathew
solo_traveller
June 3, 2026
“Stayed in four rooms, and I would rather not stay in the budget rooms, but having said this, they are clean and very fun”
The buildings are just amazing. Does have some budget rooms which are quite basic, but the other rooms are just amazing.
Emma
solo_traveller
June 2, 2026
“This is the second time we have stayed here and it didn't disappoint.”
Rooms was beautiful and staff were very friendly
Kelly
solo_traveller
May 26, 2026
“Great location good value”
Great location in Merivale, close to everything. Staff were all very friendly. Room was clean Abe bed and pillows were comfortable, shower had good pressure.
alan
couple
May 26, 2026
“Location standard of cleanliness”
Room quality decor
Craig
couple
May 24, 2026
Great location just outside the CBD, very spacious room
Jane
solo_traveller
May 23, 2026
I really liked how scenic it is and the sauna. The staff are super lovely and it's very close to lots of things. The room was very big and spacious.
Jan
couple
May 22, 2026
“Would highly recommend it”
The property was close to the city and had good facilities and transport close by
Keith
solo_traveller
May 21, 2026
“Pleasant and effective for my needs”
OK - I like my food hotter so little diappointed that warm not hot.
Levi
solo_traveller
May 15, 2026
“Great service and clean rooms.”
David was excellent to deal with, he even helped me pack my bags into the vehicle when I was checking out.
Julie
couple
May 13, 2026
Location EV charging
Christina
couple
May 3, 2026
“Pleasant and comfortable”
The cleanliness and heating.
David
couple
May 1, 2026
“Stayed 4 nights and although quite a walk to city centre there were nearer shops restaurants and bars”
Good size
Josephine
extended_group
May 1, 2026
“Enjoyed stay, will rebook in the future.”
Amazing accommodation, big room and bathroom, comfy sofa and bed, lovely old English theme, very helpful staff.
Facilities
Activities
Sauna, Fitness centre, Golf course (within 3 km), Fitness
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay, Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
Food & Drink
Wine/champagne, Breakfast options, Restaurant, Bar, Breakfast in the room, Special diet menus (on request), Kid meals
Food & drink safety
Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, Delivered food is securely covered, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
WiFi available in all areas, Air conditioning, Heating, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Non-smoking rooms
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Outdoor pool, Outdoor pool (seasonal), Garden, Outdoor furniture
Parking
Free parking, Accessible parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Pool and wellness
Sun loungers or beach chairs, Swimming Pool, Kids' pool, Swimming pool
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Face masks for guests available
Services
Tour desk, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Daily housekeeping, Business centre, Laundry, Dry cleaning, 24-hour front desk, Room service, Meeting/banquet facilities
Motor Inn Room
This room features cooking facilities and a private bathroom. Includes satellite TV, a clock radio and ironing equipment.
Queen Studio
This studio features a refrigerator, a TV with satellite channels, ironing supplies and tea/coffee making facilities. It includes an en suite bathroom with a hairdryer.
Standard Twin Room
Providing free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The twin room provides a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a carpeted floor, heating, as well as a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 2 beds.
Executive One Bedroom Suite
This suite comprises 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. This suite is air-conditioned and features a seating area with a flat-screen TV, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a dining area, as well as a sofa. The unit offers 1 bed.
Executive Two Bedroom Suite
This spacious suite comes with 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. This suite is air-conditioned and has a seating area with a flat-screen TV, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a dining area, as well as a sofa. The unit has 3 beds.
One-Bedroom Suite Queen
This spacious suite features a separate living and dining area.
Royal Suite
This suite features a refrigerator, a TV with satellite channels, ironing supplies and tea/coffee making facilities. It includes an en suite bathroom with a hairdryer.
Two-Bedroom Suite – King and 2 Singles
The spacious suite has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. The suite features a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a carpeted floor, heating, as well as a flat-screen TV. The unit has 3 beds.
Executive Studio
The studio features air conditioning, a minibar, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The studio provides a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a carpeted floor, heating, as well as a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.
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