Burnside Travel Guide
Christchurch
Popular places to visit
Lyttelton Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Christchurch with a trip to Lyttelton Harbour. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Sumner Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Sumner Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Christchurch. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
New Brighton Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at New Brighton Beach during your travels in Christchurch? While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
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.
University of Canterbury
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Canterbury during your trip to Christchurch. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
Top hotels in Burnside
Airport Gateway Motor Lodge
Clean and well organised room, comfortable bed
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Commodore Airport Hotel
Great pool, spa pool and sauna. Lovely gardens surrounding the hotel. Good service. Really comfy bed. Delicious buffet breakfast and dinner. Nice historical touches with information panels about Antarctic missions that have flown through Christchurch and stayed at the hotl
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Airport Palms Motel
Excellent and welcoming staff. Very clean and tidy rooms and grounds. Convenient airport shuttle. We would definitely book here again.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Airport Christchurch Motel
Room spotless and good kitchen facilities
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Airport Delta Motel
Nice place all good
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Small but comfortable room, good central location. Excellent breakfast included.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Burnside
Ilam
Ilam is well liked for its bars. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Christchurch area, you might plan a trip to Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre or Bush Inn Centre.
Fendalton
Travellers like the historical sites in Fendalton, and Mona Vale is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Upper Riccarton
Upper Riccarton is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Riccarton Road and Bush Inn Centre.
Riccarton
Riccarton is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Westfield Riccarton Mall and Riccarton Road.
Christchurch Airport
While Christchurch Airport may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like International Antarctic Centre and Russley Golf Club.
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.
