Foley TowersvsThe Old Countryhouse
Both hotels are praised by writers. Overall, The Old Countryhouse ranks marginally better than Foley Towers. The Old Countryhouse is ranked #12 in Christchurch with accolades from 3 sources including Lonely Planet, Fodor's and Rough Guide.
Foley Towers
Rough Guide
Lonely Planet
208 Kilmore St, Christchurch, New Zealand
From $18/night
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Free Parking
Rough Guide "A Christchurch
backpacking original from the mid-1980s, built
around a couple of old houses that manages to
maintain an intimate feel thanks to attentive staff,
attractive gardens and..."
Lonely Planet "Provides well-maintained rooms encircling quiet inner courtyards and a friendly welcome in dorms warmed by underfloor heating. Check-in after 9pm is available only by arrangement." Full review
The Old Countryhouse
Fodor's Rough Guide Lonely Planet
437 Gloucester Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
From $18/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Free Parking
- Multilingual
Fodor's "This old country house is actually three colorful, restored villas with polished wooden floors and handmade, native-wood furniture... It's a 15-minute walk from town but you can take the bus."
Rough Guide "One of Christchurch’s most peaceful hostels, fashioned from a couple of wood-floored villas with bold decor and spacious dorms. A 15min walk east of the Square."
Lonely Planet "Features two separate villas with handmade wooden furniture... Slightly further out than other hostels, but still only 1km east of Latimer Sq." Full review
