Don't know how to put it - it's simply next to the ruined Cathedral which is beyond repair, I learned. Overall, very depressing to stay although there was a re-Start mall nearby. The whole city was too quiet and ruined, and not yet seemed to get rebuild any soon. Don't try staying here if you haven't arranged your own transportation. Wish you tour in Christchurch, staying in Riccarton is perhaps a better option. Overall, I didn't feel too welcomed by the staff, the breakfast buffet menu was very limited (but still pricey), and the room was never cleaned over the three-night stay, except changing towels.