Sumner Travel Guide
Christchurch
Popular places to visit
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.
Cave Rock
Explore the great outdoors at Cave Rock, a lovely green space in Christchurch. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
Lyttelton Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Christchurch with a trip to Lyttelton Harbour. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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
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.
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 Sumner
Bealey Quarter
Great location, friendly staff, ale house/restaurant on site which was great, we had a ranch slider that went to know where though and would’ve been good if it went out to a patio area with chairs, would be easy enough to do and would’ve really improve those rooms
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Basic room but it has all that you need when you just want a room to sleep in and shower in. There was a mini bar fridge, tv, iron and ironing board, hair dryer, kettle, tv, all the basics. Bar and restaurant down stairs. Location is great, shops and restaurants on your doorstep, short walk to the ...
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Novotel Christchurch Airport
We arrived at 3 am. They ensured we were well taken care of. Great location. Wonderful amenities. Clean.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
LyLo Christchurch
Room was tiny and my partner had to crawl over me to get out of bed. Worst of all, bathroom shower didn't drain and ceiling was cracked and mouldy. Room 30
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Hotel Give
This would have to be one of the best hotels i have ever stayed in by way of price, location and amenities. I was a solo traveller in a studio room. It was spotlessly clean, very spacious and had a kitchenette with microwave, toaster, kettle, sink and cutlery and crockery to be self sufficient. And ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Sudima Christchurch Airport
Location is great, a few minutes to the airport with the hotel free airport shuttle. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. My son and I ordered room service food and it was a robot room service delivery. That was cool. We enjoyed our one night stay at the hotel. Audrey Davies New ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sumner
Lyttelton
You'll enjoy the sandy beaches and museums in Lyttelton. You might want to make time for a stop at Lyttelton Harbour or Lyttelton Farmers Market.
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.
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 He Puna Taimoana Hot Pools.
Linwood
You'll enjoy the parks and shopping in Linwood. You might want to make time for a stop at Eastgate Mall or Wilding Park Tennis Center.
Cashmere
You'll enjoy the mountain views and gardens in Cashmere. You might want to make time for a stop at Port Hills or Clearwater Golf Resort.
Sydenham
Sydenham is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like The Colombo and Supa Karts.
