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Cave Rock Guest House

3-star property
16 Esplanade, Christchurch, 0508 053 286
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4.6 out of 5
Wonderful!
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"2nd time staying there and did not disappoint, clean and very friendly professional service, such a beautiful spot for the beach front and so close ... " More

By a verified traveller on Sun 30 Jul 2023

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Hotel Description

At Cave Rock Guest House, you'll be 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Taylor's Mistake Beach and 5.6 km (3.5 mi) from Ferrymead Heritage Park. Highlights at this beach guest house include free in-room WiFi.

Enjoy access to windsurfing and a playground. Additionally, you'll find free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking.

Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3-star Sumner guest house include Lyttelton Harbour and Christchurch Gondola.

Basic Room, 1 Double Bed

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max
NZ$140* Per night/room 18 Apr. - 19 Apr.

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Panoramic Apartment

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Cave Rock Guest House ratings based on 12 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.6 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 5.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Cave Rock Guest House

Everyone (5) Couples (6) Family (1)
4 out of 5
2nd time staying there and did not disappoint, clean and very friendly professional service, such a beautiful spot for the beach front and so close to all necessities

Posted by on 30 Jul. 2023

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11 Aug. 2023 by Gayle

Thanks very much for your review,Much appreciated

4 out of 5
Great location view and excellent hospitality

Posted by on 13 Jun. 2022

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18 Jun. 2022 by Gayle

Thanks for your comments.

5 out of 5
Great place for a little getaway in Sumner. Excellent location and lovely property!

Posted by on 11 Jan. 2022

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17 Jan. 2022 by Gayle

Thank your for your review, much appreciated. Glad you enjoyed your stay.

5 out of 5
Fantastic location across from the beach and wonderful hosts! Highly recommended 🙂

Posted by on 5 Apr. 2021

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8 Apr. 2021 by Gayle

Thank you so much for your great review, so much appreciated - hope to see you again sometime soon. kind regards Gayle

4 out of 5
The hosts were very friendly and obliging. The room and ensuite bathroom were spotlessly clean and very comfortable.

Posted by on 19 Jan. 2021

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20 Jan. 2021 by Gayle

Thank you for your review, we appreciate you taking the time and glad you enjoyed your stay in Sumner.

4 out of 5
Quiet and very easy to find close to food sites on the beach

Posted by on 9 Oct. 2019

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10 Oct. 2019 by Gayle

Thanks for your review, appreciate your comments. regards Gayle

5 out of 5
Really friendly and great views. Good positioning for Sumner village

Posted by on 9 Aug. 2019

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14 Aug. 2019 by Gayle

Thanks Mike for your great review very much appreciated Hope to see you again Regards Gayle

5 out of 5
Gayle was very friendly and helpful. She went out of her way to ensure that I had everything I needed including extra utensils for the BBQ. I will stay again when in Christchurch and recommend to all my friends. Regards Hugh

Posted by on 26 Jun. 2018

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1 Jul. 2018 by Gayle

Thanks Hugh for your review, appreciate it, and hope to see you again soon. regards Gayle

5 out of 5

Great location

Lovely views of beach and mountains . Very warm and cozy . Lovely people . Would recommend , we will be going back .

Posted by , from NZ on 20 Aug. 2017

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5 out of 5

very handy to the beach and Sumner shops etc...

Pros: The place had a lot of character and was very well looked after
Cons: For me, the bed was a little hard.... but I am sure would be great for other... so no complaints
Location: very handy to cafes, beach etc. Lovely location
Absolutely no hassles. Very nice accommodation and friendly owners.

Posted by on 20 Feb. 2017

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18 Mar. 2017 by Gayle

Thanks for the review, glad you enjoyed your stay Gayle

About the Cave Rock Guest House

Location 16 Esplanade, Christchurch, 8081

Property Features

As a guest of Cave Rock Guest House, you'll find a library, a terrace, and barbecue grills. WiFi is free in public spaces. Cave Rock Guest House also features a garden, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

  • 1 building
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1910
  • Towels for the beach
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Free cribs/infant beds

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking , Parking (limited spaces) , Free parking nearby

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Cave Rock Guest House offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers. This Christchurch guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

  • Sitting area
  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Coffee maker
  • Kitchenware
  • Luxury bedding
  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Iron and ironing board available
  • Climate control (heating)
  • Portable fan
  • Unique furnishings
  • Unique decor
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Wardrobe or closet

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 21
  • Check-in time ends at 9 PM

Special check-in instructions:

There is no front desk at this property. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions. The host will greet guests on arrival.

This property does not have a front desk. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 8 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10:30 AM

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts cash and mobile payments.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No lifts
  • Cash Deposit Required
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • No front desk
  • Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Host will greet you
  • Private entrance
  • Mobile payments
  • Guest will receive an email before arrival 24 hours
  • Social distancing measures are in place

Hotel Names

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You should know

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National Rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.