SCENIC HOTEL COTSWOLD, Christchurch – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Suites
Scenic Hotel Cotswold offers a range of accommodations, from Standard Studios to Executive and Royal Suites. Executive rooms include a King bed, seating area, and en-suite bathroom with heated floors and walk-in showers. The Royal Suite features a separate bedroom, fireplace, and dining area. Dog-friendly rooms come with a Queen and Single bed, full kitchen, and pet amenities. All rooms have a 42" TV, mini fridge, tea/coffee facilities, and free Wi-Fi.
Dining at Tudors
Tudors Restaurant & Bar serves locally sourced Canterbury produce, including seafood chowder, grilled lamb rump, and pan-fried orange roughy. Breakfast options range from a continental buffet to bacon and egg bagels. The dinner menu includes dishes like chargrilled rib-eye steak and walnut-prune pork belly. Room service is available during limited hours.
Leisure & Facilities
The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool (open November to April), a fitness center, and sauna. Guests can explore the award-winning gardens on-site. Nearby, Hagley Park and the Avon River offer walking paths. The hotel also provides business and conference facilities, including the Marlowe and Westminster Rooms for events.
Location & Access
Scenic Hotel Cotswold is 10 km from Christchurch Airport and a short walk to Merivale Mall and Christchurch Casino. The Botanic Gardens, New Regent Street's boutique shops, and Sumner Beach are within easy reach. The hotel is near Riccarton Market, known for fresh produce and local crafts.
Services & Extras
The hotel offers free parking, 24-hour reception, and pet-friendly accommodations. Meeting rooms are available for events, with catering services. Room service includes breakfast and dinner options. Business travelers can use the conference facilities, while families appreciate the spacious suites and nearby Margaret Mahy Playground.
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Amenities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Golf course
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Saltwater pool
- Seasonal outdoor pool
- Garden area
- Sauna
Room features
- Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- AM/FM alarm clock
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
The hotel offered a unique Tudor-style decor with spacious rooms filled with natural light, although the switch combination by the front door was a bit odd. The suite exuded an elegant antique medieval charm. The service was top-notch, especially thanks to the delightful Kimberly, with convenient amenities like room service and tours. The location was suitable for a family trip, close to Christchurch attractions but about a 20-minute walk to the town center. The dining experience, though expensive, was somewhat lacking in variety but made better with assistance from Tony. Overall, a pleasant stay with a few quirks.
The hotel's rooms were very tidy and clean, with fully functioning amenities and all the creature comforts of home. However, there was an ant problem and a lot of non-working lightbulbs. The service was excellent with very friendly staff, and the location was amazing, central to the city and outer suburbs. The dining experience was okay but could have offered more choices. Facilities were satisfactory overall.
I was truly impressed with the suite at this hotel, furnished in an elegant antique style. The spaciousness of the suite, with its two bedrooms and large living area, was a pleasant surprise. The water pressure in the shower could use a check, but overall, it was a fantastic experience.