Located in the centre of Christchurch, Homelea Bed and Breakfast features free bikes, a garden, free WiFi, and free private parking for guests who drive. The property has garden and city views, and is 1.5 km from Christchurch Art Gallery. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available. At the bed and breakfast, all units are equipped with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. A fridge and kettle are also provided. The units are equipped with heating facilities. Warm dishes, local specialities and fresh pastries are served as part of the breakfast offered at the property. Sightseeing tours are available in the vicinity. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Popular points of interest near the bed and breakfast include Canterbury Museum, Victoria Square and The Chalice. Christchurch International Airport is 10 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
9.9
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
10
High score for Christchurch

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Ina
    Germany Germany
    Super friendly host! Nice breakfast! About 20 minutes into the city center.
  • Sutarinee
    Thailand Thailand
    The accommodation is quite close to the city center with just a 5-10 minutes driving. Breakfast is excellent. Rooms are spacious. Host is very friendly and helpful.
  • Tanya
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A quaint B&B run by a lovely couple who were extremely helpful. They also offered a pick-up service to/from the airport. Also went out their way to help us purchase a new suitcase. Location was within easy walking distance of the city centre. ...
  • Battams
    Australia Australia
    Friendly host & wonderful breakfasts, very comfortable bed, nice home feel.
  • Jordan
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Pauline, Gerald and Moll were so welcoming, breakfasts were amazing, really felt like a home away from home.
  • Alison
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    very comfortable accommodation who offered an excellent breakfast choice of good quality. The hosts were very informative and knowledgeable about the area who gave excellent advice for ongoing travel arrangements. We would highly recommend...
  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Nice house with good parking, hosts friendly and helpful.
  • Simon
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Lovely old property - beautifully restored. Very well thought out for visitor comfort and convenience. Lovely hosts - excellent breakfasts. The bathroom was one of the best we have found in our travels throughout the South Island.
  • Annette
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The attentiveness of Pauline and Gerald was fabulous in they are great hosts. Their home is beautiful and comfortable.
  • Derek
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very comfortable room, the breakfast was really nicely laid out also cooked breafast if you wanted too.

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Pauline & Gerald Oliver

9.9
9.9
Host review score
Host review score
Pauline & Gerald Oliver
For families we are situated 1km from Margaret Mahy Playground. This is named after New Zealand's famous children's author. Part of the Government's Recovery Plan following the earthquakes of 2010/11, the playpark is the largest playground in the Southern Hemisphere. Its designers won a New Zealand Institute of Landscape Architects Award of Excellence for 2017.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Homelea Bed and Breakfast
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Laundry
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

Outdoors

  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Bicycle rental

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Street parking

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge

General

  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Electric blankets
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Car hire
  • Carpeted
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 16:00 to 18:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Cot upon request
NZD 40 per child, per night

Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

FAQs about Homelea Bed and Breakfast

  • The prices at Homelea Bed and Breakfast may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Homelea Bed and Breakfast is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Room options at Homelea Bed and Breakfast include:

    • Family
    • Double
  • Homelea Bed and Breakfast offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Bicycle rental
  • Homelea Bed and Breakfast is 0.7 miles from the centre of Christchurch. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.