Found in Christchurch, the coastal suburb of New Brighton is home to numerous attractions. If you want to learn more about the history of the place, you can head to The New Brighton & District Historical Society and Museum Inc. New Brighton Pier is the perfect place to be for amazing sunset views. This place also hosts a variety of interesting events like the annual coast-to-coast race, where participants race across the island via running, canoeing, or cycling. There is also an annual sandcastle competition, which happens every February. If you are planning to visit anytime soon, continue reading to see a list of the top Airbnb vacation rentals in New Brighton, New Zealand.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on July 27, 2024.
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1. Two-storey beachside residence (from USD 71)
Boasting direct beach proximity, this two-storey residence combines modern amenities such as a kitchen, WiFi, and a dedicated work area, with a touch of luxury. The ground floor houses the living, dining, and kitchen spaces, which extend to a sunlit courtyard. Here, guests can relish the ambient sound of the nearby waves. The top floor unveils a purposeful study zone, a meticulously tiled bathroom, and a bedroom furnished with a roomy Queen bed adorned in hotel-grade linen. Complementing this is a high-speed internet connection for seamless online activities.
Although there’s only on-street parking available, the accommodation ensures a regal sleeping experience by sourcing its beddings and towels from Canterbury Linen Service, renowned for serving the region’s top-tier hotels.
Top guest reviews
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comfortable bed great bathroom all amenities you might needCleanliness:
awesome place as described and very cleanit was spotlessly clean and well equipped with all the essentialsHost:
the host is perfectRead more reviewsLocation:
the place was a great location close to beach and shopswe enjoyed our stay and the location - only 15 minutes from the city centrewe found on-street parking super close to the apartment building (free & convenient)paula was extremely helpful and would definitely book this location again and would recommend to otherswarm tidy modern accomodation great location
2. Annettes place (from USD 30)
This accommodation offers a bedroom with one single bed and a sofa. Amenities such as a kitchen, Wi-Fi, TV, air conditioning, and a free washing machine ensure guests have everything they need. Additionally, guests can benefit from complimentary on-street parking. The property boasts both a private patio or balcony and an exclusive back garden, allowing for relaxation in a serene setting.
Located on a tranquil street, it is conveniently positioned near Brighton’s attractions, including its renowned hot pools and cafes. The beach is a mere 10-minute walk away, while a supermarket and several cafes can be reached within a 15-minute stroll.
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the room was full of light with a big window and a comfortable bedCleanliness:
very clean bathroom and bedroomeverything was very clean and comfyeverything was clean and comfortablethe house is spotless & welcomingmy room was beautiful and very cleanHost:
highly recommend this hostannette is a perfect hosta wonderful home with a very friendly ez going hostannette was a great host who was very accommodating and friendly to meannette was very friendly and kindRead more reviewsLocation:
comfortable and spacious bedroom close to new brighton beach and mallpeaceful and comfortable place not far from the seagood location nice and quiet nice peoplegood location and good bus service to town as wellreally nice people and the location worked for me
3. Newly renovated apartment with a full kitchen (from USD 62)
This wonderful holiday rental in New Brighton features a washer and dryer, a television, and free WiFi. The full kitchen can allow guests to prepare delicious meals for their loved ones. There are two bedrooms with cozy beds to ensure guests a restful sleep throughout their stay. The second bedroom also has a sliding door that leads to the patio, where you can enjoy your morning coffee. Within walking distance of the beach, uou can spend your days at the beach to relax.
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we spent an amazing week at colleen’s apartmentthis place was great and had lots of extra touches that made our stay very comfortable and enjoyableCleanliness:
clean and tidy apartmentclean today and awesome place to staylovely accommodation extremely clean and tidy with everything we neededthe apartment was nice comfortable and cleanher place is very comfortable clean and has a very well equipped kitchenHost:
she is helpful and gives advice when you need somethinggreat host would definitely returnvery helpful and friendly service providedcolleen is such a lovely host very flexible with meeting uscollen is a wonderful person and very attentive in everything ready for a pleasant stayRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is really pleasantthis is a really comfortable place located really close to a long beautiful beachgreat little apartment close to the beach and short walk to town and shopslovely quiet house close to the beach 20min drive from cbdthe location is perfect for long walks on the beach or to stroll through the park
4. Private room in a dreamy bungalow (from USD 28)
This private accommodation in New Brighton, Christchurch boasts a soft queen-sized bed, free WiFi access, and a television for entertainment. It can easily sleep up to two guests, making it ideal for a romantic getaway. In the backyard, you can find fresh flowers and a cozy seating area where you can enjoy lovely nature views while you sip your morning coffee. The home’s kitchen features modern appliances that can make cooking meals convenient. This bungalow is cozy and comfortable, and it is located near the beach, so you can enjoy several water activities during your stay.
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brenda is a great hostbrenda is a wonderful and welcoming hostbrenda is a lovely host and her house is warm and welcomingRead more reviewsLocation:
relaxing place close to beach
5. Spacious villa with free parking (from USD 73)
Originally built as a church in the 50s, this beautifully modernized villa features wood floors and high-speed internet. This place to stay in New Brighton is located near the beach, so you can enjoy some water sports nearby. The living area boasts comfortable furniture and enough space to do some yoga. The bright and cozy master bedroom has a soft king-sized bed that can ensure a good night’s rest. The rental also offers free WiFi, a dedicated workspace, an indoor fireplace, and a unique bathroom with murals of whales and mermaids.
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Top guest reviews
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the bathroom has been fantastically redecorated with a claw footed bath and a lovely muralHost:
daniel was very friendlyfew glitches but a cool place and daniel was friendly and helpfullovely and very spacious house dan is very accommodating and responds quickRead more reviewsLocation:
nice big space in a handy location on east side of townhuge space loved the (website hidden by airbnb) place so close to the beach
6. Cute guesthouse for two
Just a short walk away from the beautiful sandy beach and surrounded by a lush garden, this spacious guesthouse features a double-sized bed to ensure guests a restful night during their stay. There is a kitchen with a mini fridge, oven, coffee maker, toaster, utensils, and dishes for easy meal preparation. With barbecue facilities, you can enjoy an intimate party with your loved one. The rental also has a television and WiFi to keep you entertained. The private bathroom has a shower for convenience.
Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand
1.55 km (1.0 mi) from Velocity KartsSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
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everything was perfect the room is very cleanRead more reviewsHost:
a wonderful host - friendly communicative and kind
7. Gorgeous log home with air conditioning
This three-bedroom home has a beautiful patio, perfect for lounging or enjoying a barbecue. With a dedicated workspace and WiFi, you can stay productive. The home has two cozy queen beds and one double bed that can ensure a restful sleep. It also has a luxurious bathroom with complimentary essentials such as towels, soap, and shampoo for convenience. This rental features a skylight, ideal for stargazing before going to bed.
Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand
1.56 km (1.0 mi) from Velocity KartsAccommodates: 6
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a cosy log cabin with everything you need including free wifi for doing all your travel researchoverall is satisfied except the wifiloved the bathroom sink awesome value for moneyCleanliness:
clean house near the ocean family friendlythe house was very clean and well equippedcool comfortable and clean housethe house was lovely very homely and clean and in a quiet and beautiful settingwe stayed at neil’s place for one night and found it to be clean stylish and cozyHost:
hosts are always friendly and welcomingconsiderate host and very helpful and welcomingkoisa and neil were wonderful hostsneil is a very nice host and helps wherever he canneil is such a nice host dexter the puppy is friendly and welcomes you as you arriveRead more reviewsLocation:
great place in a great locationgreat stay in new brighton - location close to everythinggreat spot near the beach 5 min walk and ones toes are in the sandgreat location and good property for a pet friendly staya great place with everything you need great location for the beach and easy access to the city
8. Beautifully adorned house for four
Situated close to the beach, this wonderfully appointed tiny home features a washer and dryer, WiFi, and a sun deck. The kitchen is fully functional and features top-of-the-line equipment such as a refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, stove, utensils, and other cooking basics. The bedrooms each have a cozy queen-sized bed. The modern bathroom is adorned with a shower, a luxurious bathtub, and a large sink.
Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand
1.54 km (1.0 mi) from Velocity KartsTop guest reviews
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the breakfast included was a bonus thanks for a great staylots of nice little extras like breakfast provisions and an amazing bath plus a super friendly resident dogCleanliness:
very warm and cleanplace was really clean and had everything we neededgreat accomodation exceptionally clean and well presented the house was pretty good as well thanks neilon top of that it’s super cheeky quirky; a flat out cool space sparkling cleanHost:
you’re a great hostreally good spot and neil is a great hostneil is a great host and the place was amazinggreat place to stay and neil is a very thoughtful hosta lovely little place the host (neil) is incredibly sweet generous and accommodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
location is great if you like being close to the beachgreat location easy walking distance to shops and beachbeautiful stay at awesome location just a minute’s walk from the beachvery close to a huge beautiful beachgreat place to stay ideal location
9. Quaint cottage for four
Located a short five-minute drive from New Brighton Pier, this spacious cottage boasts an indoor fireplace, WiFI, a dedicated workspace, children’s books and toys, and a travel crib. It is ideal for a small family of four. The kitchen is open and bright, with modern appliances and cooking essentials. Outside, there is a comfortable seating area where you can enjoy the view of the beautiful surroundings. This cottage also has a washer and dryer and a spacious living area that can make family bonding more exciting.
Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand
1.92 km (1.2 mi) from Velocity KartsTop guest reviews
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the yard is spacious charming garden-like with chairs and tables and even a bath tubgreat kitchen with all the best amenitiesa cosy cottage by the sea with all amenities - clean and comfortable with homely toucheswe spent 18 nights in this very well equipped cozy houseCleanliness:
very clean cosy and spaciousvery homely clean and cozyanita's house was very hospitable clean and cozyHost:
anita is a perfect hostanita is a very kind and considerate hostanita is a kind and welcoming hostgreat host and beautiful home we had a lovely timeanita and her mother were very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
such a lovely find in such a peaceful location but an easy drive to all the key sitesit’s perfect located quiet and well furnishedfantastic location that was like a private little hideawaywalking distance from the beach we had an amazing stay house was very clean
10. Roomy townhouse with ocean views
This colorful and spacious townhouse can offer beautiful ocean views. It has an outdoor patio with a barbecue grill, so you can enjoy an intimate party with your loved ones. WiFi and a dedicated workspace are available as well, so you can stay productive. There is a lovely garden where you can enjoy your morning coffee. The colorful living area features a fireplace and a flat-screen television to keep you entertained. The kitchen with modern appliances can help you prepare delicious gourmet meals with ease.
New Brighton, Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand
2.19 km (1.4 mi) from Velocity KartsAccommodates: 8
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
the apartment was clean and functionalperfect cosy and cleanclean warm comfortable - felt like home and so wonderfully close to a beautiful beach and local amenitiesexcellent location with a clean big houseHost:
very friendly and helpful hostkatie is an awesome host very friendly and responding quicklykatie is very helpful and provides quick responsesRead more reviewsLocation:
great space and nice and close to beach and shopsthe place is nice good for family near to the beach and other facilitiesgreat place everything you could want in a beach side housea wonderful place to staynice place to stay in
11. Colorful townhouse near the beach
Once a local tearoom and ice cream parlor in the 50s, this colorful two-bedroom townhouse has been turned into a retro home and features bright and colorful rooms that can delight its guests. The floor-to-ceiling windows can allow plenty of natural light to enter this space. The unit’s kitchen has a stove, microwave, refrigerator, coffee pot, toaster, and cooking basics to help you prepare your meals with ease. The roomy living area is cozy and comfortable, with plush furniture and beautiful wall art, allowing guests to relax while they watch their favorite shows on the TV.
Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand
2.18 km (1.4 mi) from Velocity KartsAccommodates: 6
Top guest reviews
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kitchen is funky and spacious and the outdoor patio was where we spent all our free timegreat location excellent wifi very homeythe second bedroom now has two twin beds not a queen which worked out perfectlybathroom could use alil love but effort put in where most important- bedrooms were vibrant and beyond comfortablegreat for two couples and maybe room for some more in the livingCleanliness:
very clean and tidy toocould use a deep cleanthe house is clean and nice placeit was clean and the rooms have interesting interiorssimple neat and clean but with some minor maintenance requiredHost:
host was awesomegreat place and really helpful hostgreat beach great home great hostkatie was an excellent host answering our questions and checking we had everything we neededkatie's recommendations were helpful and our night there was cozyRead more reviewsLocation:
good location close to beach and bus to townfantastic location and good valuegood location 5 mins walk to the beautiful beachgreat location and neat and tidygreat location and value for money
12. Well-lit beach house with a wood-burning stove
Easily accommodating up to eight guests, this well-lit house features a washer and dryer, a barbecue grill, a living area, and a family room. There is WIFI available throughout the property, and it is family-friendly, with children’s books and toys available to keep the little ones entertained. The kitchen can offer all cooking essentials to make preparing meals convenient, and the spacious bedrooms have large windows that can offer wonderful nature views.
Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand
1.75 km (1.1 mi) from Velocity KartsAccommodates: 8
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a beautifully bright and beachy house with all the mod cons lovely bathroomCleanliness:
it is stylish clean and the perfect place for any groupthe house was beyond our expectations it was clean inviting and modernthe place is clean and just across from the beachsuper clean thoughtful features and a easy flow throughout the house translated into a refreshing staygreat location home sparkling clean beautiful spaceHost:
our hosts were greatquick responses and very helpfulemily was a great host and looked after us very well during our stayRead more reviewsLocation:
we loved the location and the housewonderful house with perfect location near the beachexcellent location spacious comfortableamazing place right next to the beachcool place in new brighton
Discover the New Brighton beach community
This lovely beach community offers plenty of beautiful attractions that can attract all kinds of tourists. Consider booking any of the top holiday houses in New Brighton, New Zealand, for a hassle-free experience.
When seeking a broader array of options, you’ll discover a multitude of Airbnb vacation rentals in Christchurch, all offering distinct choices to ensure a remarkable and unforgettable journey filled with exciting things to do in Christchurch.
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