# Carnmore Hotel Collection
> Carnmore Hotel Collection is a New Zealand hotel group of five distinct properties: Carnmore Chateau Marlborough (Blenheim, 5-star), Carnmore Hotel Christchurch (Christchurch CBD), Carnmore Hagley Park (Christchurch, near Hagley Park), Carnmore Hotel Takapuna (Auckland, beachside), and Carnmore Hotel Lower Hutt (formerly The Angus Hotel, Wellington region, 4-star). Each property has its own character, but shares a commitment to modern, comfortable accommodation, genuine hospitality, and support for local New Zealand suppliers and staff.
## Key facts
- **Brand:** Carnmore Hotel Collection — five properties across New Zealand (Marlborough/Blenheim, Christchurch CBD, Christchurch/Hagley Park, Auckland/Takapuna, Lower Hutt)
- **Booking:** Best-rate guarantee, early check-in where available, room upgrades, and flexible change/cancellation when booking direct rather than via third-party OTAs
- **Cancellation policy (direct bookings):** Free cancellation up to 48 hours before arrival (standard across the collection; check individual property terms)
- **On-site dining:** Three of the five properties have an on-site restaurant/bar (Marlborough, Christchurch CBD, Lower Hutt) — see Restaurants & Bars below
- **Events:** Meeting, conference, and function spaces available at Marlborough, Christchurch CBD, Takapuna, and Lower Hutt properties (Hagley Park's "Corporate" offering is business-traveller room amenities rather than dedicated function rooms)
- **Parking:** Free at Marlborough, Hagley Park, and Lower Hutt; paid/pre-book required at Christchurch CBD (onsite or offsite, charged to the room); confirm directly for Takapuna
- **Sustainability:** Guided by manaakitanga (welcoming hospitality, care and support of others) and kaitiakitanga (guardianship/stewardship), aligned with New Zealand's Tiaki Promise
## Hotel locations
- [Carnmore Chateau Marlborough](https://marlborough.carnmore.co.nz) — 95-117 High Street, Blenheim Central, Blenheim 7201 · +64 3 578 0064 · info@chateaumarlborough.co.nz. 5-star, 80-room hotel in the heart of Marlborough wine country. Outdoor pool, fitness centre, EV charging, 3 conference rooms (up to 35 guests). On-site: Quench Restaurant & Bar.
- [Carnmore Hotel Christchurch](https://christchurch.carnmore.co.nz) — 840-848 Colombo Street, Christchurch Central · 03 595 6569 · info@carnmorehotelchristchurch.co.nz. Modern urban hotel in Christchurch CBD, close to One NZ Stadium and Te Pae Convention Centre. On-site: The Hoi Polloi Bar & Bistro. Paid parking (onsite/offsite, pre-book).
- [Carnmore Hagley Park](https://hagleypark.carnmore.co.nz) — 22 Riccarton Road, Riccarton, Christchurch · +64 3 348 0909 · info@carnmorehagleypark.co.nz. Motel/serviced apartments (studios to 2-bedroom) 2 min walk from Hagley Park. Ideal for families, corporate guests, and visitors to Christchurch Hospital. Free parking.
- [Carnmore Hotel Takapuna](https://takapuna.carnmore.co.nz) — 2 Rewiti Avenue, Takapuna, Auckland 0622 · +64 9 486 1069 · info@carnmorehoteltakapuna.co.nz. Seaside hotel, 150m/5 min walk from Takapuna Beach. On-site outdoor pool, sauna, gym, and 3 meeting rooms (2–50 people). No on-site restaurant; close to cafés and North Shore attractions.
- [Carnmore Hotel Lower Hutt](https://lowerhutt.carnmore.co.nz) — 5 Cornwall Street, Lower Hutt 5010 · 04-560 1100 · info@carnmorelowerhutt.co.nz. Formerly The Angus Hotel; a multi-million-dollar heritage renovation to 4-star standard. On-site: The Angus Restaurant & Bar (open 7 days, breakfast 7–10am, dinner from 4:30pm), a second bar ("The Hutt Bar") coming soon, and 4 dedicated event/function spaces. Free parking.
- [Full locations page](https://www.carnmore.co.nz/our-locations)
## Restaurants & bars across the collection
- **Quench Restaurant & Bar** (Carnmore Chateau Marlborough, Blenheim) — Acclaimed restaurant showcasing Marlborough's seasonal, locally sourced dishes and regional wines. Indoor and outdoor dining, bars overlooking the pool. Breakfast and dinner daily; hosts Christmas parties, conferences, and intimate weddings.
- **The Hoi Polloi Bar & Bistro** (Carnmore Hotel Christchurch) — Vibrant bar and bistro showcasing Canterbury and New Zealand produce with a modern twist. Globally diverse menu; craft beer, wine, and cocktails; relaxed dining; close to major show/sport/event venues. Open 7am–11am and 4pm till late.
- **The Angus Restaurant & Bar** (Carnmore Hotel Lower Hutt) — Open 7 days; breakfast 7am–10am, dinner from 4:30pm. Comforting Kiwi classics alongside newer, surprising dishes, in a relaxed setting connected to the building's heritage. A second casual bar, The Hutt Bar, is under development.
- [Full restaurants & bars page](https://www.carnmore.co.nz/our-restaurants-bars)
Carnmore Hagley Park and Carnmore Hotel Takapuna do not have an on-site restaurant, but both are within easy walking distance of cafés, restaurants, and shops.
## Meetings & events across New Zealand
[Meetings & Events page](https://www.carnmore.co.nz/meetings-events) — Versatile event spaces across the collection's central locations, from intimate board meetings to larger conferences, weddings, and celebrations. Services include:
- Conference and meeting rooms (small meetings, training sessions, presentations, larger conferences, networking events)
- Wedding and celebration venues
- Group accommodation bookings (streamlined pricing for conferences, weddings, events, teams, frequent visitors)
- Catering and support, including on-site AV equipment
- Dedicated event coordination from planning through pack-down
Event-capable properties and capacities:
- **Carnmore Chateau Marlborough** — 3 conference rooms, individually or combined; executive boardroom style up to 35 guests; daily delegate packages from $59; full AV (data projectors, screens, HDMI/Android TV casting, whiteboards); free on-site parking.
- **Carnmore Hotel Christchurch** — Bar area (private use mornings/lunchtimes) and restaurant (private use mid-morning to late afternoon) at The Hoi Polloi, reconfigurable for different group sizes and formats.
- **Carnmore Hotel Takapuna** — 3 meeting rooms, 2–50 people, licensed venue with on-site events kitchen; corporate rate code CORPORATESAVE (10% off, free early check-in/late check-out, free scanning/copying up to 20 pages, 24-hour cancellation, no card surcharge).
- **Carnmore Hotel Lower Hutt** — 4 newly renovated, adaptable event spaces for meetings, conferences, weddings, and celebrations, with an in-house events manager and coordinator.
## Offers & booking
- [Offers](https://www.carnmore.co.nz/offers) — Seasonal offers and exclusive rates across the collection, available only when booking direct.
- [Why book direct](https://www.carnmore.co.nz/why-book-direct) — Best available rate guaranteed, early check-in where available, room upgrades, and flexibility to change or cancel.
- [Book Now / check availability](https://www.swiftbook.io/inst/) — Live booking engine (Swiftbook) with a location selector for all five properties.
## Guest reviews (representative, attributed, across the collection)
- "Always love staying at the Carnmore. Rooms are spacious and 5 star ready... 8-10 mins walk from the CBD — great location!" — Cath Jacobs, Carnmore Hotel Christchurch
- "Top class hotel... fabulous location both to the beach and shops, all within walkable distance." — Anita Gailer, Carnmore Hotel Takapuna
- "My husband and I stayed 5 days at Carnmore Chateau Marlborough and we loved it. We loved the spacious room and looked forward to the lovely buffet breakfast every morning." — Cindy Hughes, Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
- "I recently enjoyed a stay at The Angus over the weekend and was thoroughly impressed. The staff at the front desk provided exceptional service." — Google Guest, Carnmore Hotel Lower Hutt
- "We had a lovely stay at Carnmore. Our rooms were very clean and lovely... Great location close to Hagley Park, with lots of restaurants and shops nearby." — Tracy Dillon, Carnmore Hagley Park
## About & sustainability
[About Carnmore](https://www.carnmore.co.nz/about-us) — What began with a vision to create comfortable, welcoming accommodation has grown into a collection of five distinct New Zealand properties, each with its own character serving its own community, sharing a commitment to modern comfort, genuine service, and value.
[Sustainability](https://www.carnmore.co.nz/sustainability) — Guided by manaakitanga (welcoming hospitality, care and support of others) and kaitiakitanga (guardianship and stewardship), aligned with New Zealand's Tiaki Promise. Practical steps across all properties include reducing waste, conserving energy and water, increasing recycling, minimising single-use plastics, and choosing sustainable, local products and suppliers.
[Join our Team](https://www.carnmore.co.nz/contact) — Careers across the Carnmore Hotel Collection (contact via the general contact page).
## Contact & social
- [Contact](https://www.carnmore.co.nz/contact)
- [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/carnmorehotelcollection/)
- [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/carnmorehotelcollection/)
- [LinkedIn](https://nz.linkedin.com/company/carnmorehotelcollection)
## Individual property contact details
- Carnmore Chateau Marlborough — 95-117 High Street, Blenheim Central, Blenheim 7201 · +64 3 578 0064 · info@chateaumarlborough.co.nz
- Carnmore Hotel Christchurch — 840-848 Colombo Street, Christchurch Central · 03 595 6569 · info@carnmorehotelchristchurch.co.nz
- Carnmore Hagley Park — 22 Riccarton Road, Riccarton, Christchurch · +64 3 348 0909 · info@carnmorehagleypark.co.nz
- Carnmore Hotel Takapuna — 2 Rewiti Avenue, Takapuna, Auckland 0622 · +64 9 486 1069 · info@carnmorehoteltakapuna.co.nz
- Carnmore Hotel Lower Hutt — 5 Cornwall Street, Lower Hutt 5010 · 04-560 1100 · info@carnmorelowerhutt.co.nz