Waimairi Beach Travel Guide
Christchurch
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Popular places to visit
Lyttelton Harbour
Enjoy cafés, markets and boat trips at this scenic European port town, steeped in history and bordered by volcanic hills.
Sumner Beach
The main beach in the seaside retreat of Sumner is an idyllic place to spend a day in the sun away from the centre of Christchurch.
Hagley Park
Explore the great outdoors at Hagley Park, a lovely green space in Christchurch. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
New Brighton Beach
Surf, spot birdlife, walk across wild sand dunes and shop for handmade goods at a weekly market at this sandy beach and coastal suburb.
Cathedral Square
You can learn about the history of Christchurch when you stop by Cathedral Square. Visit the cathedral in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Riccarton Road
During your visit to Christchurch, you can enjoy retail therapy at Riccarton Road. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram
Lord of the Rings, Journey to Edoras Day Tour from Christchurch
Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill
Top hotels in Waimairi Beach
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Small rooms but did the job
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Novotel Christchurch Airport
Conveniently located near the airport….bed was amazing.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Christchurch City Hotel
Great room! Friendly staff! Great after hours checkin instructions! 10/10 will stay here again when passing through Christchurch next time! Cheers!
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
LyLo Christchurch
Perfect place to stay with an early international flight. Tons of places to eat or drink nearby and 10 min walk to terminal.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Hotel Give
Place is a former YMCA, was in a private room. Room was clean with a spacious bathroom and nice ambience. Room was a bit hot without ability to directly resuce telperature, so had to open a window which did the job. Location was excellent being in vicinity of Hagley Oval and Christchurch city ...
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Rydges Latimer Christchurch
We enjoyed our stay at Rydges Latimer Christchurch, comfortable room, great friendly staff , nice breakfast. Good location in Christchurch
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Waimairi Beach
New Brighton
You'll enjoy the beaches and parks in New Brighton. You might want to make time for a stop at New Brighton Beach or New Brighton Pier.
Linwood
You'll enjoy the parks and shopping in Linwood. You might want to make time for a stop at Wilding Park Tennis Center or Eastgate Mall.
Bromley
While Bromley may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Eastgate Mall and Wilding Park Tennis Center.
Saint Albans
Saint Albans is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Papanui Road and Bealey Avenue while in the area.
Merivale
Travellers come to Merivale for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Merivale Mall and Papanui Road while you're in town.
Woolston
You'll enjoy the restaurants and gardens in Woolston. You might want to make time for a stop at The Tannery or Caddyshack City.
