Travel Reference
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Vagabond Backpackers
( 03-379 9677;
www.vagabondhostel.co.nz
;
232 Worcester St; dm $26-30, s $53, d $60-70; )
This old
place is reminiscent of a big shared house. There's an appealing garden, and the grungy
ambience is matched with prices that are cheaper than most.
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Pomeroy's on Kilmore
MAP
B&B
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( 03-374 3532;
www.pomeroysonkilmore.co.nz
;
282 Kilmore St; r $145-195; )
Even if this cute
wooden cottage wasn't the sister and neighbour of Christchurch's best craft-beer pub, it
would still be one of our favourites. Three of the five elegantly furnished rooms open on
to a sunny garden and rates include a self-serve continental breakfast.
Focus Motel
( 03-943 0800;
www.focusmotel.com
;
344 Durham St N; r $150-200; )
Sleek and centrally located,
this friendly motel offers studio and one-bedroom units with big-screen TVs, iPod docks,
kitchenettes and super-modern decor. There's a guest barbecue and laundry, and pillowtop
chocolates sweeten the deal.
MOTEL
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CentrePoint on Colombo
( 03-377 0859;
www.centrepointoncolombo.co.nz
;
859 Colombo St; r/apt from $165/190; )
The friendly
Kiwi-Japanese management have imbued this centrally located motel with style and com-
fort. Little extras like stereos, blackout curtains and spa baths (in the deluxe rooms) take it
to the next level.
MOTEL
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Colombo in the City
( 03-366 8775;
www.motelcolombo.co.nz
;
863 Colombo St; d $170-190, apt $190-290; )
Colombo's
attractive units are equipped with Sky TV, CD players, double-glazed windows and spa
baths. Options range from studios to two-bedroom apartments.
MOTEL
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Heritage Christchurch
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HOTEL
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