Cave Rock Guest House - Sumner

$$$$||View on mapSumner, New Zealand16 Esplanade, Sumner, Sumner, New Zealand, 8081|
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Cave Rock Guest House - Sumner
16 Esplanade, Sumner, Sumner, New Zealand, 8081·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.2Perfect
Location9.8
Staff9.7
Comfort9.6
Cleanliness9.5
Value for money9.4
Who stays here
Couples65%
Solo18%
Families11%
Groups6%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.2Perfect
Location9.8
Staff9.7
Comfort9.6
Cleanliness9.5
Value for money9.4
Who stays here
Couples65%
Solo18%
Families11%
Groups6%

Beachfront guest house with private patios and barbecue, 300 meters from Sumner Beach

Beachfront Location & Outdoor Spaces

Cave Rock Guest House sits directly across from Sumner Beach, with a 3-minute walk to the sand. The property includes a sun terrace, a garden, and a picnic area with outdoor furniture. Guests also have access to a private outdoor patio with a barbecue for on-site cooking.

Accommodations & Room Layouts

The guest house offers a variety of room layouts, including family rooms, double studios, and budget double rooms. Each room has a private bathroom with a modern shower, air conditioning, and premium bedding. Select suites come with kitchenette facilities for convenient meal preparation.

On-Site Facilities & Parking

Free private parking is available on-site, and the property also offers street parking and accessible parking for disabled guests. Cave Rock Guest House provides daily housekeeping, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. A designated smoking area and wheelchair access are also present.

Family-Friendly & Pet-Friendly Details

Families will find family rooms and a garden with a picnic area suitable for children. The property welcomes a friendly resident dog named Bruce, who adds a home-like atmosphere. The guest house is located near Scarborough parkrun, a 10-minute jog away, and within walking distance of cafes and restaurants.

Nearby Attractions & Activities

Cave Rock Guest House Sumner is 300 meters from Table Rock and Taylor's Mistake Beach, popular for hiking and scenic walks. Lyttelton Harbour and Christchurch Art Gallery are also within easy reach. Water sports, golfing, and surfing are available in the surrounding area.

  • Location: 300 m from Sumner Beach and Table Rock
  • Rooms: Family rooms, double studios, and budget doubles with private bathrooms
  • Amenities: Private barbecue patio, free parking, daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor: Sun terrace, garden, picnic area with outdoor furniture
  • Rates: Starting at NZD 40 per night
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-20:00
until 10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Rooms and availability

Double Studio
  • Room size:

    35 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
Budget Double Room
  • Room size:

    30 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
Superior Apartment
  • Room size:

    44 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed and 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services
Food/ Drinks

Outdoor dining area

Picnic area/ Tables

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Sports & Fitness

  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Golf course

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Dining

  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Beach access
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Washing machine

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Cave Rock Guest House

💵 Lowest room price 68 £
📏 Distance to centre 100 m
✈️ Distance to airport 22.5 km
🧳 Nearest airport Christchurch, CHC

Location

16 Esplanade, Sumner, Sumner, New Zealand, 8081
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16 Esplanade, Sumner, Sumner, New Zealand, 8081
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16 Esplanade, Sumner, Sumner, New Zealand, 8081
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Reviews of Cave Rock Guest House

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