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The Classic Villa vs Chester Street Backpackers
Both The Classic Villa and Chester Street Backpackers are rated very highly by those who travel for a living. On balance, The Classic Villa is preferred by most writers compared to Chester Street Backpackers. The Classic Villa scores 77 with approval from 3 reviewers including Fodor's, Lonely Planet and Frommer's.
The Classic Villa
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Frommer's
17 Worcester Blvd, Christchurch Arts Centre, Christchurch, New Zealand
From $104 /night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Free Parking
- Business Center
- Meeting Rooms
Fodor's
"This bright-pink, Italian-style villa, directly opposite the Arts Centre, is one of Christchurch's cooler spots to stay."
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Lonely Planet
"One of Christchurch's most elegant accommodation options... breakfast is a shared social occasion."
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Frommer's
"It’s a stylish, boutique hotel right in the heart of the action, opposite the Arts Centre...despite its size, it has a strong feeling of home and is a little more personable than nearby Orari."
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Chester Street Backpackers
Rough Guide
Lonely Planet
148 Chester St East, Christchurch, New Zealand
From $0 /night
- Laundy Room
- Free Parking
- Baggage storage
Rough Guide
"This is the city’s smallest hostel and feels more like a shared house with comfy doubles and a three-bed dorm. ... Pleasant garden."
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This relaxed wooden villa is painted in bright colours and has a huge library in the sunny front room. The friendly house cat is a regular guest at hostel barbecues."
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