Northwood
Christchurch


Popular places to visit

Willowbank Wildlife Reserve
Meet the animals who live at Willowbank Wildlife Reserve during your travels in Christchurch. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or seek out the local tours.

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.

Lyttelton Harbour
Enjoy cafés, markets and boat trips at this scenic European port town, steeped in history and bordered by volcanic hills.

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
Surf, spot birdlife, walk across wild sand dunes and shop for handmade goods at a weekly market at this sandy beach and coastal suburb.

University of Canterbury
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Canterbury during your trip to Christchurch. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this walkable area.
Things to do

Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train and Lunch

Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo

Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch

Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill

Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch

Lord of the Rings, Journey to Edoras Day Tour from Christchurch
Top hotels in Northwood

Peppers Clearwater Resort Christchurch
Clean room, friendly staff
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Convenient location - good amenities. Compact room. Managed to snaffie free on street parking nearby after 5 or 8.30pm
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street
God quality hotel close to the CBD
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Bealey Quarter
Stayed twice over the course of our holiday. Spacious clean room, as there were 3 of us the triple room was perfect. Really comfy beds and pillows and the bed linen and towels were good quality. Staff helpful also. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Novotel Christchurch Airport
Courteous staff
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

LyLo Christchurch
Room was clean but small.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Northwood

Burnside
Travellers come to Burnside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre and Russley Golf Club while you're in town.

Saint Albans
Saint Albans is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Papanui Road and Bealey Avenue while in the area.

Merivale
Travellers come to Merivale for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Merivale Mall and Papanui Road while you're in town.

Fendalton
Travellers like the historical sites in Fendalton, and Mona Vale is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Christchurch Airport
While Christchurch Airport may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like International Antarctic Centre and Harewood Golf Club.

Ilam
Ilam is well liked for its bars. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Christchurch area, you might plan a trip to Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre or Bush Inn Centre.
