Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre

The Pae Christchurch is the city’s gathering place — an architectural and social landmark designed as a welcoming heart in the centre of the city.

This is a world-class venue, carefully designed and purpose-built to respond to the full range of your event requirements.

Access

The Centre is located on the corner of Armagh Street and Oxford Terrace, opening up into Cathedral Square, in the heart of Ōtautahi Christchurch. The Centre features multiple access points which can be reached by foot, car, taxi, bike or e scooter. Vehicle drop off and pick up for guests is available on Oxford Terrace and Armagh Street.

Christchurch International Airport is 10km from the city centre, with an average drive time of 15-20 minutes.

Getting Here

Just 20 minutes from the centre of the city, Christchurch International Airport is New Zealand’s second largest visitor gateway.

In 2019, almost seven million passengers travelled in and out of the airport on 73,000 flights.

As the key visitor hub for the South Island, Christchurch International Airport offers direct flights to all major New Zealand cities, including Auckland, Wellington, Queenstown and Dunedin, as well as regional flights around the country.

A long-term partner of the Antarctic Programme, Antarctic air logistic operations for the US, Italy, South Korea and New Zealand are staged through Christchurch Airport to McMurdo Sound, with around 100 direct flights per year.

Parking:

Te Pae Christchurch is surrounded by multiple off-street parking options, including nearby EV charging stations and cycle stands, all within easy walk of the centre.

Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre
188 Oxford Terrace
Christchurch 8011
New Zealand

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Accommodation – Discounted Rate for Delegates

The Novotel and Ibis Hotels are pleased to offer a preferred accommodation discount of 12% off the flexible room only public rate at Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square and Ibis Christchurch for the 23rd February – 26^th February 2026.
The Novotel is 350m from Te Pae and The Ibis is 500m from Te Pae Convention Centre.

Click here to go directly to the discounted bookings page.

This offer is valid up to 14 days prior to arrival. Rates are subject to availability.
All reservations must be guaranteed with a credit card valid at 30 days to arrival, unless otherwise specified.
No cancellation charge applies until 30 days, 18:00HRS (Local time) before arrival.
Between 30 days & 14 days, the hotel will charge the first night. Thereafter, amount due not refundable. If the hotel is unable to process first night payment at 30 days, the hotel reserves the right to cancel reservation.

Other Accommodation Options Close to Te Pae Christchurch Event Centre

Quest apartment hotel – Quest Cathedral Junction | Christchurch Serviced Apartments | Christchurch Accommodation (500m from Te Pae)

Quest on Cambridge – Quest on Cambridge | Christchurch Serviced Apartments | Christchurch Accommodation (650m)

Fable Hotel –Luxury Hotel Christchurch- Fable Christchurch (500m from Te Pae)

Distinction Hotel – Distinction Christchurch Hotel Booking Engine (450 from Te Pae)
Luxury new 3 double bedroom home | central city | 4 beds | 2 bathrooms for 1-7 guests wanting space and privacy. Beautiful short 10-15 min walk (1 k/m from Te Pae). Book directly with us and save up to 15% Red House Blue Door

Te Pae Christchurch’s position in the centre of the city makes staying for a conference or event easy and convenient.

There are more than 2,500 hotel rooms within 10 minutes’ walk of Te Pae Christchurch, allowing visitors to explore the heart of the city, connect with other delegates and businesses, and enjoy Christchurch’s nightlife and arts and entertainment precincts.

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