Christchurch · NZ

Drifter Christchurch

Name: Drifter Christchurch
Address: 96 Lichfield Street, Christchurch, 8011
Rating: 9.1

9.1

Exceptional2,827 reviews

WiFi availableFree WiFiRestaurantBarLaundryLaundry washed per local authority guidelines

Check-in / Check-out

From 02:00 PM · Until 10:00 AM

Amenities

WiFi available, Free WiFi, Non-smoking rooms, Air conditioning, 24-hour front desk, Restaurant

Location

Christchurch, NZ

Convenient Location

Located in the heart of Christchurch, Drifter Christchurch offers easy access to popular attractions such as Christchurch Art Gallery and Canterbury Museum.

Comfortable Accommodation

Featuring air-conditioned rooms with modern amenities, guests can relax in a shared lounge or enjoy the terrace. The 24-hour front desk ensures a seamless stay experience.

Delicious Dining Options

Guests can indulge in a delightful à la carte or American breakfast at the on-site restaurant. Free WiFi and entertainment staff add to the overall experience.

Book your stay at Drifter Christchurch now for a memorable experience in Christchurch!

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Location

How to Find Us

96 Lichfield Street

Christchurch · NZ

Policies

Good to Know

Check-in & Check-out

Check-in from 02:00 PM. Check-out by 10:00 AM. Early check-in and late checkout may be available upon request.

Cancellation

Cancellation terms vary by rate. Flexible rates allow free cancellation up to 24–48 hours before arrival. Non-refundable rates cannot be canceled or modified.

Payment

Prices include the taxes and fees paid when you book. Some hotels charge a resort, city or service fee on arrival; where they do, the amount is shown with each room and at checkout. A valid credit card is required at check-in.

Important Information

Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with a (Visa, Mastercard, American Express) credit card.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. A deposit may be required at the property.

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Christchurch · NZ

Drifter Christchurch

9.1

Exceptional2,827 reviews

WiFi availableFree WiFiRestaurantBarLaundryLaundry washed per local authority guidelines

Check-in / Check-out

From 02:00 PM · Until 10:00 AM

Amenities

WiFi available, Free WiFi, Non-smoking rooms, Air conditioning, 24-hour front desk, Restaurant

Location

Christchurch, NZ

Convenient Location

Located in the heart of Christchurch, Drifter Christchurch offers easy access to popular attractions such as Christchurch Art Gallery and Canterbury Museum.

Comfortable Accommodation

Featuring air-conditioned rooms with modern amenities, guests can relax in a shared lounge or enjoy the terrace. The 24-hour front desk ensures a seamless stay experience.

Delicious Dining Options

Guests can indulge in a delightful à la carte or American breakfast at the on-site restaurant. Free WiFi and entertainment staff add to the overall experience.

Book your stay at Drifter Christchurch now for a memorable experience in Christchurch!

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Guest Reviews

What Guests Say

9.1

Exceptional

2,827 reviews

Highlights

+Clean and comfortable rooms
+Great location in city center
+Friendly and helpful staff

Could Improve

–Small kitchen area
–Lack of personal space in shared rooms

Cleanliness8.8

Generally clean as mentioned in multiple reviews, but minor complaints about shared kitchen cleanliness.

Service9.3

Friendly and helpful staff were highlighted positively in several reviews.

Location9.8

Ideal location in the city center, very convenient for accessing amenities.

Room Quality9.3

Rooms are clean and comfortable, though some noted a lack of personal space in shared situations.

Amenities8.8

Amenities are good with shared spaces, but the kitchen is considered small for the number of guests.

Value for Money9.2

Many guests mentioned good value given the location and condition of the hostel.

Food and Beverage8.3

Review comments indicate that food prep areas can be crowded and not fully equipped.

Overall Experience9.4

Overall a very positive experience with great atmosphere and facilities.

WKP SGP

Solo Traveller · Sep 2026

Good place to stay if you are on public transport.

Liked:Love its proximity to the Intercity bus dropoff/City bus interchange. Opp the supermart and a great coffee joint tt opens at 7am (if u don't want to make own bkf or eat in house) Efficient check.in. Staff took time for us to learn to us the online apps to operate the access security features. Room has a nice morn sunrise view. Never saw a room with so many socket points but good. Quiet comfy small room. Well-maintained. Lots of facilities to hang around like the Library or Zen Rm

Disliked:Better if there is a ramp for luggage added to the main reception entrance which has 5-6 steps. when we were there for check-in & check-out, the staff has stepped away fr counter so we had to heave the bags ourselves. Ramp access is at a far end. Communal kitchen is too cramped. The cutlery drawer is awkwardly located at the cooking hob area. Would prefer a bigger desk or countertop to the extendable desk so the tray/kettle can be parked there rather than on the seat. The hanger holders have poor spacing so they are hard to hang clothes directly and the hangers with clothes would be crowded. The sink is too small and water ends up on the floor.

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Shadow

Solo Traveller · Sep 2026

Staff were wonderful: friendly, courteous, and accommodating.

Liked:Convenient location, awesome staff, room was very clean and a reasonable price for the amenities.

Disliked:App system for room/elevator unlock was a bit unwieldy but not frustratingly so.

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Tiffany

Family With Children · Sep 2026

Liked:Great location, modern, clean and very helpful and friendly staff (Thanks T). We arrived late and had to fly home the next morning, so it was a perfect place for a 1-night stay. The upstairs loft room with balcony and living room was great.

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Pal

Solo Traveller · Sep 2026

Highly recommend

Liked:Incredible. Very high end. Spacious, clean and comfortable

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Location

How to Find Us

96 Lichfield Street

Christchurch · NZ

Policies

Good to Know

Check-in & Check-out

Check-in from 02:00 PM. Check-out by 10:00 AM. Early check-in and late checkout may be available upon request.

Cancellation

Cancellation terms vary by rate. Flexible rates allow free cancellation up to 24–48 hours before arrival. Non-refundable rates cannot be canceled or modified.