AMAYA

Units

33

Features

Located inside Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora, heritage hotel in restored observatory building, bespoke guest rooms with curated local art, high ceilings, handpicked locally crafted furniture, high-speed Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, espresso machine, smart TV, gym, premium meeting room facilities, 5-minute walk to Christchurch Botanic Gardens, direct access to galleries and museums 

Year Built

Old building (Observatory officially opened in 2022) 

Parking

On-site parking, first come first serve basis, $30 per night

Timeless architecture, contemporary luxury. Within the magnificent Gothic Revival walls of The Arts Centre, The Observatory Hotel presents 33 individually designed sanctuaries that celebrate Canterbury’s artistic heritage with modern refinement.

Each unique space showcases bespoke furniture crafted in Canterbury, distinguished Aotearoa fittings, and works by celebrated regional artists. Legacy and Deluxe Rooms embody opulent grandeur with sumptuous textures and elegant proportions. The wellness centre, premium meeting facilities, and sophisticated Drawing Room Lounge provide spaces for both rejuvenation and contemplation.

This is boutique hospitality at its most distinguished: honouring craftsmanship, celebrating provenance, and delivering an experience of genuine refinement. Where historic elegance meets contemporary luxury in Christchurch’s most culturally distinguished address. 

2 bedroom the malachite
3 bedroom the cochineal
7 bathroom the malachite
6 bathroom the cochineal
4 bedroom the persian
8 the gymnasium
Residential

From thoughtfully designed apartments to family-focused homes in prime Auckland locations, our portfolio reflects the quality, care, and attention to detail shaped by years in hospitality-tailored for long-term living.