Northwood Travel Guide
Christchurch


Popular places to visit

Willowbank Wildlife Reserve
Meet the animals who live at Willowbank Wildlife Reserve during your travels in Christchurch. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or seek out the local tours.

Lyttelton Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Christchurch with a trip to Lyttelton Harbour. Visit the shops and charming cafes 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 charming cafes in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Northwood

Northwood Motor Lodge
Awesome spot to stay and great room! More than we could ask for!
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Peppers Clearwater Resort Christchurch
Great room
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Everything was great Except the restroom was very smelly
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Novotel Christchurch Airport
The experience here was excellent. My flight was extremely tragic and lots of issue and the staff were sympathetic and willing to help out so much. Check in and out process was seamless. The room was clean
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

LyLo Christchurch
Always a pleasant stay. Staff are very helpful. Kept clean and tidy.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street
Clean room, friendly staff and nice location
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Northwood

Burnside
Travellers come to Burnside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre and Russley Golf Club while you're in town.

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.

Fendalton
Travellers like the historical sites in Fendalton, and Mona Vale is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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.

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 Riccarton Road.
