50 Bistro will be closed for refurbishment from 10 August to 4 September. During this time, breakfast, lunch, high tea and dinner will be served in Pescatore on the first floor of The George, overlooking Hagley Park. We apologise for any inconvenience and look forward to welcoming you back to our newly refurbished spaces.

Top 10 City Hotels in New Zealand for 2026

Travel & Leisure Awards 2026

image of the exterior of The George hotel in Christchurch taken from Park Terrace 2026 sees The George once again in the top 10 Best City Hotels in New Zealand list by Travel + Leisure in the 2026 Awards.

No stranger to the top 10 this year The George moves up two to take out #8 in the Best City Hotels list.

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Top 10 City Hotels in New Zealand for 2026

Travel & Leisure Awards 2026

What our guests are saying...

"A night of Luxury"

"Our favorite in New Zealand."

"Loved the artwork throughout"