Finlay Banks Boutique Bed & Breakfast (Christchurch, New Zealand): See 35 Reviews and 12 Photos

Address: 7 Banks Avenue | Burwood, Christchurch 8061, New Zealand

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Region: New Zealand > South Island > Canterbury Region > Christchurch

Amenities:

Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Shuttle Bus service

Hotel Style:

Ranked #5 of 103 B&Bs / Inns in Christchurch

Price range (per night): S$187 - 199

Official Description (provided by the hotel):: Quality home hosted accommodation in an architecturally designed family home with two superior en-suite guest rooms. Enjoy genuine kiwi hospitality, delicious breakfasts and home cooked evening meals by arrangement. Centrally located to shops, restaurants, bars and theatres. The ideal base for regional day trips, for arrivals and departures from your South Island holiday or while in the area on business. Finlay Banks is a smoke free property, offering courtesy transfers and off street parking. If travelling with friends or family consider our exclusive two room, two night special. ... more less

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BrownieHongKong

Hong Kong

Senior Reviewer

6 reviews

5 hotel reviews

Reviews in 6 cities

3 helpful votes

“Perfect in every way !”

Reviewed 20 April 2013

Well, where to start ! Fay and Lindsay are such a lovely couple, and run the best B&B we stayed at in our 3 week tour of NZ. Their house is very well designed, and they happily throw it open so that you get a real homestay experience. They were as enthusiastic to have us there as we were to... More

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Thank you for taking the time to review your stay in our home. We enjoy every opportunity to welcome new guests to share our home. Your kind words reinforce the quality experience that we aim to provide to all of our guests. We don't have sea or mountain views but pride ourselves on the quality, service and personal experience offered... More

OlgaS200413

Sydney, Australia

1 review

“Thank you Fay, Lindsay and Zac!”

Reviewed 19 April 2013

We had a wonderful experience staying with Fay, Lindsay and Zac. The house is located in a nice area, the room was clean and beautiful and breakfast delicious. Fay and Lindsay's knowledge about Christchurch helped us a lot with our plans and their company was delightful. Would be happy to stay there again and recommend the place to anyone who... More

We are pleased that you both enjoyed your stay in our home. We pride ourselves on offering a quality and personal service. Breakfast is an enjoyable opportunity to mix with guests and share our local knowledge. More

David G

Swansea, United Kingdom

Reviewer

3 reviews

3 hotel reviews

Reviews in 3 cities

“A b and b like home”

Reviewed 8 April 2013

We really enjoyed staying with Faye, Lindsay (and Zak), so much so that we stayed with them twice. Their facilities are second to none and the welcome was genuinely warm and friendly. We stayed at b and bs almost exclusively during our 6 week stay in NZ, mainly so that we could meet local people and benefit from their knowledge.... More

It's great to have guests return to stay with us. It confirms to us that we are doing it right. We are pleased that you enjoyed both your stays at Finlay Banks. We do try to make guests stays as comfortable and welcoming as possible. it is good the stay at a place and be able to relax and consider... More

AurelieBaptiste

Conflans Sainte Honorine, France

“Perfect to start our honeymoon!”

Reviewed 21 March 2013

Fay and Lindsay are really nice and lovely people. The house is beautiful, clean and well located in a nice neighborhood, near the river Avon. They told us a lot about the city and the country. And the breakfasts are very good. We had a great time in Christchurch with them.

We are pleased that the start to your honeymoon was pleasurable. It was our pleasure to be your hosts. Our quality standard is important to us. Breakfast is the opportunity to share information with our guests about our city and country. We take pride in providing in our home made breakfasts. Thank you for your kind words. More

EdinburghTartanman

EDINBURGH

Senior Contributor

22 reviews

14 hotel reviews

Reviews in 15 cities

5 helpful votes

“One of the very best”

Reviewed 9 March 2013

The word "boutique" is often misused when referring to b&b's but not in this case. Great care to detail & attention is evident throughout the house and garden. Lindsay met us on arrival at the airport and the next day drove us to the railway station for our journey to Arthur's Pass. On arrival Fay had a tray of home... More

See 3 more reviews by EdinburghTartanman for Christchurch

We do try to make guests feel as though have arrived at home. Our location as you say is perfect for restaurants, visiting the city and driving into or out of the city. We were pleased to be your hosts, and that the friendship we developed during your stay will last our lifetime. We look forward to meeting again in... More

shirley m

Sheffield, United Kingdom

4 reviews

Reviews in 4 cities

“A fantastic place to stay”

Reviewed 1 March 2013

A superb b and b. We were made to feel very welcome in this beautiful house. Meeting Zak as well as Fay and Lindsay was a real pleasure - they are great hosts. The food was excellent – breakfast was a delight. Great attention to detail is evident throughout the accommodation. A very good location for visiting Christchurch. I would... More

Our aim is always to offer a comfortable and relaxing stay for our guests. That includes starting the day with a good breakfast shared with us. We have a good location from which to visit the city centre(4.5km) or for day trips around our region. Thanks for choosing to stay with us. More

jill h

5 reviews

Reviews in 5 cities

1 helpful vote

“A wonderful place to Stay”

Reviewed 28 February 2013

We only stayed here one night due to time but we be back when we next come to Christchurch. Very friendly hosts lovely clean room and ensuite bathroom and comfy bed Breakfast was great homemade muffins a real delight thank you both

We are pleased you enjoyed your stay. As breakfast is the most important meal of the day we try to make it a good hearty one. we look forward to your return. Remember that you can book direct with us. More

Goulven L

Paris, France

“Feel Like Home”

Reviewed 24 February 2013

We really enjoyed our visit in Finley Banks B&B. We were dropped by taxi after a 30 hour trip from France. Fay and Lindsay welcomed us with superb food and hospitality, the room was just perfect and we really appreciate the attention of our host. We were felling like home and it was really nice to fell like that after... More

We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us. We do like to make guests feel as though they have come home. It certainly makes for an enjoyable and restful stay. It is important to us that guests start the day with a plentiful breakfast to see them through. Thanks for the kind words. More

yougottalaugh

surrey, england

“Simply the best”

Reviewed 21 February 2013

We've bed and breakfasted in Canada, South Africa, Australia and the UK. This was the best ever. Fay and Lindsay were charming, caring, knowledgeable and modestly proud of their regenerating city. From picking us up at the car rental office to dropping us off at the airport they could not have been more helpful. A lovely room, magnificent breakfasts, delightful... More

We enjoy sharing our home and city. We are enthusiastic about the rebuild and the future of our city. We look forward to the return of guests to view the new city after the rebuild. We always endeavor to assist guests with local information on the sights to see. We take pride in providing a warm and friendly service. We... More

Catherine K

Worcester, United Kingdom

“Wonderful couple, excellent B&B”

Reviewed 30 January 2013

A fantastic start and end to our New Zealand holiday. Fay and Lindsay welcomed us into their home - and it was home from home, the warmest welcome after such a long trip. Excellent facilities, luxurious room, superb food and hospitality that made us feel part of the family, we could not fault anything and would recommend it to anyone... More

You were both great company and we were sad to see you leave. We look forward to your return to Christchurch. Finlay Banks will always be your home away from home, where you can relax and enjoy our lovely city. More

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