u/KaleidoscopeOk9147

10 year wedding anniversary in Christchurch - which hotel?

Hi there, I'm planning a trip to NZ for our 10 year wedding anniversary. There will be 4 nights in Christchurch and I'm wondering which hotel would be better: The Observatory, Sudima or something else?

The Observatory looks cool but the max I'd pay is for a Deluxe Room. ChatGPT is pushing me to stay there for a "memorable experience" but Sudima looks like I can get access to a lot more for around the same price. Hubby not hugely interested in the arts scene.
Or is there somewhere better entirely?

We plan to be out of the room for most of the time but it would be nice to have a little bit of luxury if we do want to relax - this'll be the 3rd time we've ever stayed in a place around that value.
Usually, we value clean bed, clean bathroom, secure door locks, working TV. So, keen for something a lil fancy.

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u/KaleidoscopeOk9147 — 11 days ago

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u/KaleidoscopeOk9147 — 2 months ago