Title: Visit Ilam: Best of Ilam, Christchurch Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Ilam](https://expedia.ca/Ilam-Christchurch-Hotels.0-n3000664930-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Christchurch](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Christchurch.d179996.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Christchurch](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Christchurch.d179996.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Ilam Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Ilam.d3000664930.Car-Rental-Guide)[Ilam Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Ilam.d3000664930.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Ilam ## Christchurch ## Visit Ilam Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Christchurch travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Christchurch.dx179996) --- ### Popular places to visit ![The Observatory in the Arts Centre - Christchurch - New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112896/b76ae8b4-2125-401b-967d-d3b49bb3072a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### University of Canterbury Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit University of Canterbury, during your trip to Christchurch. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.ca/University-Of-Canterbury-Ilam.d6112896.Vacation-Attraction) ![Lyttelton Harbour showing a bay or harbour, mountains and a marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112944/27933b41-e797-4d75-936d-f59672d8d27f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lyttelton Harbour Enjoy cafés, markets and boat trips at this scenic European port town, steeped in history and bordered by volcanic hills. [](https://expedia.ca/Lyttelton-Harbour-Lyttelton.d6112944.Vacation-Attraction) ![Sumner Beach showing rugged coastline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112932/a9456c8b-2486-4015-b91d-76a3bf02bf93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sumner Beach The main beach in the seaside retreat of Sumner is an idyllic place to spend a day in the sun away from the centre of Christchurch. [](https://expedia.ca/Sumner-Beach-Sumner.d6112932.Vacation-Attraction) ![New Brighton Beach featuring surfing, surf and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112934/add8feb6-81b6-4e88-93e9-77c0568f2517.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### New Brighton Beach Surf, spot birdlife, walk across wild sand dunes and shop for handmade goods at a weekly market at this sandy beach and coastal suburb. [](https://expedia.ca/New-Brighton-Beach-New-Brighton.d6112934.Vacation-Attraction) ![Christchurch, New Zealand, Hagley Park, the Rose Garden in early spring.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112898/26035946-f050-4ca5-b5c9-802afe9c8286.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Hagley-Park-Christchurch-City-Centre.d6112898.Vacation-Attraction) ![Christchurch Gondola which includes a gondola and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6214185/b832afd2-8585-43b7-8a71-c38a14bb8bd6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Christchurch Gondola Cruise past shimmering blue lakes and snow-capped mountains on your way to the top of Mount Cavendish. [](https://expedia.ca/Christchurch-Gondola-Heathcote-Valley.d6214185.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4591394/ab6990e1-23df-4086-a40d-9d0f39f84413.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo CA $63 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/christchurch-gondola-and-tram-city-tour-combo.a4591394.activity-details) ![Lake Tekapo ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1393407/b31e4869-99f1-4fce-94f6-348876f4721d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch CA $225 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/mount-cook.a1393407.activity-details) ![Train through mountains in Christchurch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/182709/959c2410-f407-464d-8b6e-fa02a2ea1301.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train and Lunch CA $458 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/arthurs-pass-full-day-tour-with-tranzalpine-train-and-lunch.a182709.activity-details) ![Lord of the Rings - Journey to Edoras Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1307122/19c59e42-f73d-467b-bd12-96feaaf31bef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lord of the Rings, Journey to Edoras Day Tour from Christchurch CA $260 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/lord-of-the-rings.a1307122.activity-details) ![TranzAlpine Train](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46756606/16faecdc-1379-4704-9e37-709f8bfe93d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip CA $387 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/tranzalpine-train.a46756606.activity-details) ![Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/251969/f297d9e9-066f-45a4-86c9-c447bd023655.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch CA $163 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/waipara-valley-wine-tasting-tour-with-lunch.a251969.activity-details) [See all activities in Christchurch](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Christchurch.d179996.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Ilam Hotel Deals ![BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10160000/10153700/10153686/cfde9cc5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch 165 Cashel Street Christchurch CA $57 CA $65 total Apr 21 - Apr 22 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews) Excellent location Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F04%2F2026&endDate=22%2F04%2F2026&selected=10153686&PinnedHotelID=10153686&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000664930) ![Bealey Quarter](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32950000/32947200/32947186/c927edab_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Bealey Quarter 247 Bealey Ave Christchurch CA $68 CA $80 total Apr 2 - Apr 3 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (503 reviews) yes Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F04%2F2026&endDate=03%2F04%2F2026&selected=32947186&PinnedHotelID=32947186&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000664930) ![Novotel Christchurch Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18260000/18258200/18258191/bcd78cb9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Novotel Christchurch Airport 30 Durey Road Christchurch NZ CA $209 CA $240 total Apr 12 - Apr 13 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,048 reviews) Very clean room, super comfy bed & 5min walk into airport Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=18258191&PinnedHotelID=18258191&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000664930) ![LyLo Christchurch](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15620000/15616500/15616452/394366d1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### LyLo Christchurch 5 Peter Leeming Road Christchurch CA $108 CA $125 total Mar 28 - Mar 29 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hostel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews) Airport shuttle would have been useful Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026&selected=15616452&PinnedHotelID=15616452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000664930) ![Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66930000/66926700/66926604/w3159h2132x0y0-d89db995_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street 64 Kilmore St Christchurch Canterbury CA $148 CA $170 total Apr 6 - Apr 7 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (435 reviews) The room was large and had everything needed for a longer stay Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=66926604&PinnedHotelID=66926604&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000664930) ![Hotel Give](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3250000/3246100/3246072/d082454f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Give 12 Hereford Street Christchurch Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay CA $71 CA $81 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews) Didn't use the shuttle. Staff very friendly. Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=3246072&PinnedHotelID=3246072&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000664930) [See all 1,450 properties in Ilam](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=26%2F03%2F2026&endDate=27%2F03%2F2026®ionId=3000664930) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Christchurch-Burnside.dx6048107) ![Tree Lined Path in Hagley Park, Christchurch, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000664916/fd3f289e-16d1-4773-85ac-3d652ca5f029.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Upper Riccarton 4/5(2 area reviews) Upper Riccarton is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Riccarton Road and Bush Inn Centre. [](https://expedia.ca/Christchurch-Upper-Riccarton.dx3000664916) ![Mona Vale featuring flowers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112920/d35cad3b-b3bf-42d4-b7f3-d3866a8b08f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Fendalton Travelers like the historic sites in Fendalton, and Riccarton House is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.ca/Christchurch-Fendalton.dx6003638) ![Mona Vale which includes a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112920/9f779165-35ce-4a00-97fc-452981efc580.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Riccarton 4.5/5(9 area reviews) A noteworthy feature of Riccarton is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Westfield Riccarton Mall and Riccarton Road. [](https://expedia.ca/Christchurch-Riccarton.dx6052813) ![The view of Christchurch in New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048110/b79ffd64-ec3b-4675-9e12-c19eaf2d8cfc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Papanui 4.5/5(2 area reviews) Unique features of Papanui include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Northlands Shopping Centre or Papanui Road while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Christchurch-Papanui.dx6048110) ![D NZ CBD Christchurch low short pan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052812/9cf5c5d9-cff4-4076-9696-3db3b6487ad0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Merivale 4/5(14 area reviews) Merivale is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Merivale Mall or Papanui Road. [](https://expedia.ca/Christchurch-Merivale.dx6052812) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Ilam ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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