The cocktails are sublime at this late-night underground hideaway in central Christchurch. A spoken password gains you entry, and you’ll want to stay for hours.

It's not your usual breakfast fare at this light-filled cafe; tuck into Caribbean doubles (soft, filled turmeric flatbreads), or chipotle, spring onion and cheddar cornbread topped with salted maple butter. Topnotch brews come courtesy of Coffee Supreme, and don't overlook the take-home condiments.

This 67-room boutique hotel is located just on the edge of the Christchurch city centre. Check in for relaxed, welcoming luxury courtesy of minimal yet elegant design, comfortable and high-tech amenities and a polished in-house cafe and cocktail bar.

Located in an 1860s heritage building, this boutique eight-room hotel is decorated to feel like a bygone era, with plenty of modern touches for a comfortable and characterful stay.

This central Christchurch hotel in the city’s historic Arts Centre melds heritage and modernity. Expect a comfortable and characterful stay in any of its 33 charming rooms.

Pull up a stool at the shining brass bar overlooking the kitchen for the full chef's table experience at this central Christchurch restaurant, specialising in elevated plates that are all designed to share.