Very nice hotel with modern feel, manager was very helpful, allowed us a bit extra check out time when our troops slept in. Best of all complimentary internet! The bedroom and bathrooms are both meticulous and very tastfully decorated, Best accomodation we've visited on our trip! More

we visited christchurch in dec2011 in our first trip to new zealand. The city has been badly affected by the earthquake in early 2011 and the entire central christchurch is closed (cathedral square etc). In our entire NZ trip, christchurch was the place we enjoyed the least as there was nothing much to do. The hotel is close to central... More

We spent two great nights in Christchurch at the Terra Vive on Bealey Avenue. It is in an ideal position to explore the city and absorb the terrible damage caused by the quakes. The visitor can but marvel at the courage, determination and sheer guts of the Christchurch people as they dig themselves out from under this dreadful catastrophe. The... More

All the key things provided; comfy bed, clean room & bathroom, nice private outdoor area. Plus bonus of extra large tv, washing machine & dryer in the room and comfy couch. Customer service was very good for us and included drinks & nibbles. Highly recommended. More

I booked a staff member into this motel recently. She was travelling alone on a business trip from Wellington and did not know Christchurch. OK, Christchurch has had a terrible time in 2011 due to the two earthquakes having wrecked the central city including the 5 biggest hotels. But this place was undamaged and if you are going to be... More

Our last 2 days in New Zealand, we decided to stay in Terra Vive and explore both Christchurch and Akaroa… the liked the location since it is right on Bealey Avenue, close to the city centre but easy to get to the airport as well… I must confess that this was one of our favorite places in NZ… for 175... More

We arrived to a lovely smiley welcome and a wonderful room. This was a great start point to our holiday and we highly recommend it. The room has all amenities including a fantastic spa bath and large on wall TV. We had a balcony and the bed was one of the most comfortable. The room had a washer and a... More

Arrived after a gruelling flight from Singapore and what a haven! Beautifully furnished and well appointed Apts. Very tasteful. Comfortable bed and good facilities for laundry with small kitchenette. Would highly recommend a stay here. More

We booked as a result of all the fab reviews for theTerra Vive - we weren't dissapointed. Great main road Location for all the major connections and eating places. Staff were always helpful and resourceful.The room was well appointed with a spa bath tub, if you have the energy to use it and laundry facilities (washer & dryer and soap... More