Give Hotel occupies a central position in Christchurch, immediately adjacent to the Botanic Gardens, which earned the city its nickname of Garden City. The establishment stands out through a rare model in hospitality: it operates as a social enterprise and donates 100% of its profits to the Kind Foundation, a century-old organization active in the Christchurch community.

Why stay here

The property combines three assets rarely found in a single accommodation: a central location on the edge of the Botanic Gardens, a room range that suits both solo travelers in dormitories and families in apartments, and a social enterprise model. Every night finances concrete local programs: youth development, subsidized camps for children, leisure activities for seniors.

This positioning attracts a diverse clientele — independent travelers, sports teams, school groups, business travelers — and explains the variety of room types offered.

Atmosphere

The hotel has been completely renovated in a sober contemporary aesthetic. Common areas are plentiful and well distributed: four lounges between the 1st and 4th floors allow guests to read, work, or socialize without remaining confined to their room. Two shared kitchens on the 1st and 2nd floors give the entire property the feel of a shared home rather than a conventional hotel, especially when groups and families cross paths at the end of the day.

Environmental commitment is evident in daily details: refillable dispensers for soap and shampoo instead of disposable bottles, partnerships with New Zealand suppliers like Meridian Energy, Forest & Bird and Will&Able. To date, the establishment has prevented more than 31,000 plastic bottles from use and replanted 61 native trees. The hotel also adheres to the Tiaki Promise, a national commitment to responsible tourism.

Rooms and apartments

Give Hotel has approximately 122 rooms across several typologies, some with garden views:

• 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments, with equipped kitchen, lounge, balcony and private bathroom
• Deluxe Queen, Twin or Triple room
• Deluxe Family room
• Executive Studio
• Economy private rooms and dormitories with linens provided and personal lockers

Most rooms (excluding dormitories) feature Smart TV, minibar, refrigerator and tea/coffee facilities. Some units are air-conditioned. Custom group rates are available for sports teams, clubs and schools.

Services and dining

Reception is open 24/7, Wi-Fi is complimentary throughout the hotel and access is adapted for people with reduced mobility. On the logistics side, the establishment offers a self-service laundry on the 2nd floor, secure lockers, luggage storage, optional laundry service and paid parking on-site. Meeting and event rooms are available for rental.

Two dining options operate on-site:

• Café Atawhai: barista beverages and homemade snacks
• Number Six Bar & Bistro: seasonal cuisine made with local ingredients

For active travelers, the neighboring Elevate Fitness center is accessible for an additional fee, with extended hours (group classes, modern equipment).

Location

The hotel is located in central Christchurch, a few steps from the Botanic Gardens. Most points of interest in the city center are within walking distance, eliminating the need to rent a car for the duration of your urban stay.

Nearby attractions

• Christchurch Botanic Gardens and Avon River waterfront
• New Regent Street and its pastel architecture
• Canterbury Museum, Quake City, Rutherford's Den, Teece Museum of Classical Antiquities
• Antigua Boatsheds and punting on the Avon
• Margaret Mahy Playground, one of the country's largest playgrounds
• 185 Empty White Chairs Earthquake Memorial, memorial to the 2011 earthquake

Planning your next destination

Christchurch often serves as an entry or exit point for exploring the South Island. To extend your itinerary, several useful stops exist: The Godley Hotel near Lake Tekapo, the Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier on the west coast, or the Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin further south. For arriving in Auckland, the Auckland City Hotel remains a practical central base.

To build a complete itinerary, visit our New Zealand travel page.