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Old hotel with poor housekeeping & staff not really friendly

Grand Chancellor Christchurch

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2 of 5 stars
enzedwelly   2 contributions
enzedwelly
Jun 4, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

My partner and I stayed here for 3 nights in May 14-17. When we checked in the reception guy was not friendly at all and he seemed bored(?). He gave us the keys to the room and just pointed out the number and that was it- no offer of an upgrade or telling us hotel amenities, etc. We were left to our own devices after that, lugging our luggage ourselves and went up to our room. The room was quite small and it didn't seem to have the usual complimentary bathroom toiletries available (there was only 1 mini soap bar, 1 shampoo no vanity kit or enough towels) so had to ring housekeeping and check with them on this and they had forgotten apparently with refilling and someone brought up additional stuff to us. The bathroom had a shower over bath but from the looks of it it doesn't seem appealing to get into the bath and soak in. We then went out for lunch and to walk around and the hotel was really close proximity from the mall, bus exchange and Cathedral square and restaurants. Going in and out of the hotel there were staff in the door most of the time either standing, opening doors, walking about but none greeted us at all with even a cursory hi, hello, how are you (at retail shops they greet you straight away and they don't even know if you will pay). Also it was only on our last day that I noticed this light yellow stain on the bed sheet at the foot of the bed (which is generally not obvious as it was covered by the standard bedding cover). I could say that the towels do not give out a "fresh" feeling anymore and seems to have done their time- really old I think. Overall the only good thing about the hotel was its location

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 1 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay May 2009
  • Visit was for Leisure
  • Traveled with With Spouse/Partner
  • Member since June 04, 2009
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? No
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Good value in a central location

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4 of 5 stars
Cazza99   8 contributions
Wanaka
Jun 1, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

We stayed at the Grand Chancellor on a special deail for a sporting event. We were very happy with our room and all the amenities that the hotel had to offer. Breakfast was included in the deal and we thought that they offered a good selection. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Our room was amazingly quiet for being in a central location in the city and the room temperature was lovely and warm.

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    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay May 2009
  • Visit was for Leisure
  • Traveled with With Spouse/Partner
  • Age group 35-49
  • Member since May 20, 2008
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
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Lovely hotel with lots of character

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5 of 5 stars
Forkliftfred   14 contributions
Essex
May 26, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

We stayed for one night only, before we flew out of Christchurch. It was a lovely hotel, very posh with lovely big rooms.

The hotel is in a good location, within walking distance to most things. There were shops, cash points and restaurants very close.

We booked this through hotels.com and got a great price, we nearly booked the 'Hotel So' next door and were so glad we booked here instead! The Chancellor is an older building with lots of character and the staff were lovely.

We got an upgraded room, and breakfast, and unlimited internet in the room for an extra $50 (about £20)which was well worth it. We were offered this option upon check in. The breakfast was every option available, hot, cold, toast, pastries, yoghurts, fruits etc.

The room was big, and the bathroom was quite plush. Very clean

There was a charge for parking, which is to be expected in major cities in New Zealand, however I do not remember it being extortionate.

I would definitely recommend this, and would stay again.

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay May 2009
  • Visit was for Leisure
  • Traveled with With Spouse/Partner
  • Age group 25-34
  • Member since September 05, 2007
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
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Good location basic but good value

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4 of 5 stars
claynathan   3 contributions
Oslo
May 21, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

We stay for 8 night in GrandChacellor- very good location, clean & comfrotable roons ar very reasonable rate.Good hotel!!!

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay April 2009
  • Visit was for Leisure
  • Traveled with With Spouse/Partner
  • Member since May 20, 2009
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
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Really bad!

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1 of 5 stars
spas_for_me   5 contributions
India
May 10, 2009 | Trip type: Couples
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We checked in into a "honeymoon special" room which was so dingy and dirty! The carpet, linen, furniture.. everything was full of dust! When we complained they said because its an old room.. but then the receptionist showed as if shez obliging us.. and moved us into a room with 2 single beds..mind you we were on our honeymoon!! Fine.. we made sure we didnt stay in the room much.. and were mostly out during the day. Only on checking out we learnt that we had to pay extra for the "new room" which was totally not worth it. There are loads of hotels around that place.. just enter any of them but this!

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 1 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
    • 3 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay January 2009
  • Visit was for Honeymoon
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 25-34
  • Member since May 10, 2009
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? No
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Management response from HGCMarketing, Group Marketing Manager
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May 24, 2009
We are very concerned to read of this review given our stringent housekeeping practices at Hotel Grand Chancellor Christchurch. We would like to clarify that all rooms have either a queen sized bed or king sized bed or two queen sized beds. We do not have any rooms with single beds. All spa suites, that are often booked for honeymooners, were
renovated in 2008.
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Address: 161 Cashel St, Christchurch 8001, New Zealand