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Governors Bay Hotel

52 Main Road, Christchurch 8971, New Zealand
+643 3299433
Ranked #97 of 327 restaurants in Christchurch
4.5 of 5 stars 5 Reviews
Price range: S$10 - S$26
Cuisines: British, Contemporary, Hamburgers, International
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21 reviews 21 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2012

We went for a 40th birthday celebration on a Sunday lunchtime in a large group ranging in age from babies to a nonogenarian and everyone had a great time. Food was simple but well prepared and staff were friendly and resilient to meet our varied needs. Exeeded everyone's expectations and can't wait to return.

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Biggles63, Owner at Governors Bay Hotel, responded to this review
27 April 2012

Hi, Very glad you enjoyed your celebration with us and that we were able to cater for your needs and no doubt, put on some nice April weather for your group. Thank you for coming and your positive feedback. Kind regards, Jeremy More

Melbourne, Australia
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2012

My wife and I spent two very pleasant nights at The Governors Bay hotel. The room we stayed in had a great view of the harbour and bushlands, and I loved eating my breakfast on the upstairs verandah taking it all in. Our 1st night there we had a charming meal in the front bar. The fish and chips with... More

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Biggles63, Owner at Governors Bay Hotel, responded to this review
1 March 2012

Dear Rockit, Thank you for coming and staying at our Hotel and we're so very glad you enjoyed your experience. Next time we will try and arrange a summer. Kind regards, Jeremy Dyer More

Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 January 2012

Governer's bay hotel is one of those gems, where you sit and think, there's nowhere else I would rather be. The views are gorgeous and the food and wine selection excellent. The hosts make you feel very welcome but are unobtrusive.

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Biggles63, Owner at Governors Bay Hotel, responded to this review
1 March 2012

Dear Ruth, Thank you for your glowing review and indeed, there is no place where we would rather be, except on the other side of the bar occasionally. Kind regards, Jeremy Dyer More

San Francisco, California
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 January 2012

My wife and I, on our honeymoon (from California), had a wonderfully relaxing stay at this great example of kiwi hospitality. We spent a long weekend at this lovely old hotel where Jeremy and Clare (the hosts) were very welcoming and most attentive to our needs. A short walk down the hill from the hotel we experienced the most beautiful... More

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Biggles63, Owner at Governors Bay Hotel, responded to this review
1 March 2012

Dear Mr. Bouncypants, (great name by the way) you are thoroughly welcome to come back from San Fran anytime. So glad you and your wife enjoyed your honeymoon and Clare's Pavlova. Note to other guests, however, it's not a permanent feature on our menu, but maybe it should be, Kind regards, Jeremy Dyer More

Bristol, England
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 December 2011

We visited this bar/restaurant twice during our stay in Christchurch in December 2011. On both occasions we had good weather and were able to sit in the garden and enjoy the views across the bay to the Banks Peninsular. The drive out to Governors Bay is delightful - about 25 minutes from the centre of Christchurch whether you take the... More

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Biggles63, Owner at Governors Bay Hotel, responded to this review
2 January 2012

Dear Brissle, Many thanks for being the first to review us on Trip Advisor. Moreover, we are very happy you enjoyed your experience on both occasions and you are most welcome back whenever you return to this part of the world. Happy New Year, Jeremy Dyer More

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