Stay And See The Stars

Picture this... a luxurious, thoughtfully designed and secluded stay in nature, with complete glass walls and ceiling, offering incredible views 24 hours of the day. With four locations in the Canterbury region, Pure Pods is one of the most unique stays available and a must do for lovers of starry nights. An isolated slice of paradise, you can experience an ever-changing landscape as the sun sets and the stars appear, all from the comfort of your cosy pod.

Tucked away in the charming heritage setting of the Christchurch Arts Centre, The Observatory Hotel is a luxurious and contemporary hotel designed with a unique and elegant twist. Full of colour and plenty of personality, this hotel is equally a work of art as it is a cosy place to call home for a few nights. And the best part? You can book rooms with expansive sky lights so you can sleep under the stars. Be sure to ask for one of the prestige skylight rooms when booking. In the winter months, be sure to book the Heritage Stargazing from the Observatory Tower, where you can experience the glittering southern sky through a Victorian-era Townsend Teece Telescope.

Even in the heart of the city it’s possible to see stunning starry nights, thanks to the rooftop offering of the Christchurch City Hotel. Overlooking the iconic Cathedral Square and with panoramic vistas of the Port Hills, when the sun sets and the stars come out, the rooftop bar is where to go. The One Restaurant and Bar offers amazing views of the city and makes for some great star gazing. Settle in with a night cap and let the dark sky show blow you away.