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Reviews of Scenic Hotel Cotswold 4 stars

88-96 Papanui Road, Merivale, Saint Albans, 8014 Christchurch, New Zealand

#67 of 166 hotels in Christchurch

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Review score

Based on 907 hotel reviews

8.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.2

  • Comfort

    9.2

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    8.9

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Free WiFi

    8.4

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  • Reviewed: 1 September 2025

    9.0
    Enjoyed the look of the place and the people.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Motor Inn Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    TV was the exception. It did not have the capacity to allow me to access my apps e.g. netflix. That was a bit disappointing.

    Service was great, always helpful and followed through. People who work at this place was wonderful. The restaurant was great as the food was at a higher level plus the afternoon tea you offered too was very generous.

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: 31 August 2025

    10
    Nice, quiet and cosy
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Executive Two Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nice quiet location, a superb two bedroom apartment easily accommodating four adults. We also liked the Tudor themed buildings

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Motor Inn Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No place to hang 'don't service my room' card so left it standing on dining table then next day, on closed bedroom door. Staff still came in which wasn't necessary. Person upstairs noisy due to wooden floor.

    Refurbished room, very comfortable and well equipped. Very helpful and polite front desk admin staff.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nil

    Friendly Good food Comfortable

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 August 2025

    9.0
    First Class
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Motor Inn Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing Completely satisfired with everything

    First Class Very Pleasant Staff Excellant Location

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2025

    8.0
    We had a wonderful stay on two occasions. Comfortable and stylish accommodation A+++
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Two Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    King bed uncomfortable, falling to the side.

    Loved the old style building, furnishings Comfortable, stylish

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2025

    9.0
    Will definitely make this our go to in CHCH from now on. Highly recommend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Couldn't find a hot point to boil the jug near the coffee/tea unit. Bathroom is a bit tired and needs expelair to prevent wet/steamy room

    Loved it, great value for money. Rooms were spacious, clean and warm. Facility is fantastic. Friendly staff. Restaurant was nice with great service. Easy walking distance to town.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Motor Inn Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Friendly staff, good communication, 24/7 open. Loved the rooms,spacious, clean and decor is on point. Will definitely recommend!!!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Executive Two Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Was extremely annoyed that the shower water went cold. I was having my shower late evening after the other 2 and the water was cold. Wouldnt go hot after many many tries/time. It was too late at night for me to be bothered calling for help. Had one in the morning and the water was back to hot.

    Lovely furnishings. Didn't realize their was a bit of a Victorian theme or something and our boy was creeped out by the stocks and the old style door handles. Otherwise very comfortable and nice room

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Executive Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely rooms and super friendly staff.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The first night (Friday) parking there was without any issue, the following night was a mission. Lots of cars no room for parking where you are allowed to park. There is no clear signs where or where not to park apart of the printed guide the gave you upon check in. So good luck in this one.

    The breakfast is super tasty and from 1600 to 1700 you have a complementary tea or coffe with delicious muffins. The bed was super comfy too and the room very spacious. The shower with amazing pressure and nice toiletries.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was warm and inviting on arrival with parking immediately outside. Dinner was excellent with very good service

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 August 2025

    9.0
    Was a little frosty and the staff had put salt on the steps to de ice them. I call this going the extra mile 👍
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive One Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing it is always great

    Repeat customer and the staff are always so happy and welcoming. The rooms are always at a high level of cleanliness.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 July 2025

    10
    Comfortable and convenient motel near city centre
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Executive Two Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    -gym was very small with limited equipment

    -Family suite was huge and very affordable -surprisingly Tudorian-themed -easy to park and get around with a car, not sure what the case would be if not traveling with a car

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 July 2025

    10
    Loved it
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The pillows were flat and bed a bit hard

    Food was great

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 July 2025

    9.0
    Beautiful quaint hotel, helpful, friendly staff and management.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Suite Queen
    • Stayed 4 nights

    We enjoyed our stay.

    We arrived very late past midnight, tired and stressed from not having the the booked taxi waiting for us - so we were tremendously appreciative of the friendly welcome received by the friendly Manager there when we got to the hotel - and and got an upgrade to a beautiful 2 bedroom apartment for the first night... it was so lovely to de-stress. We enjoyed the hot chocolates each day too. Such a great bonus to have chocolates as well as the normal provision of tea and coffee. thanks a million! Thanks also for the early check in to our other rooms the next morning. we allocated 2 beautiful rooms next to each other, the following 4 nights and these had large bathtubs which we were able to enjoy a relaxing bath each night.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was a lovely relaxing place to stay. The staff were very welcoming.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 July 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Executive Two Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing major or worth mentioning to be honest. Good experience overall. Wifi and TV troubled a bit but not so much of an issue.

    Well kept and presented property..Impressive interiors, appliances and decor.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 July 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I loved the style of the property and the way it was set up. Furnishings were lovely and the room was very warm super clean and comfortable

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 July 2025

    9.0
    Comfortable, warm, friendly and excellent value for money. Staff were outstanding
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The shower and sink are looking a bit old

    The beds are so comfortable and the pillows were just the right level of firmness. The room was warm and quiet. The heatpump was quiet and easy to operate.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 July 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautifully decorated Warm, comfortable, clean

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2025

    10
    Best hotel we stayed at in NZ!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Executive Two Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    This hotel was by far the best we stayed in during our trip to New Zealand. The hotel rooms are just beautiful. Fresh, clean and spacious for our family of 4. We were so warm and comfortable, and the location was still great for being able to explore Christchurch. The restaurant was wonderful too, great service and delicious food. The staff were so helpful. When we left some shoes at the hotel and had moved on to another city, they went out of their way to make sure they were posted to us in a timely way, and found a cheaper way to do this. Excellent value for money and we would recommend this hotel to anyone staying in Christchurch!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2025

    10
    Excellent traditional hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Executive Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful hotel with quality spacious rooms and attentive service. Nice cooked breakfast. Very convenient location for the centre.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fast, convenient and friendly

    Stayed in July 2025

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