Looking for the best conference venues in Christchurch? Look no further than Crowne Plaza!

Crowne Plaza is one of the top hotels with conference facilities in Christchurch, conveniently located near Te Pae – the Christchurch Convention Centre. Our range of event spaces, delicious catering, and prime CBD location make us the perfect choice for small to medium-sized events.

Whether you need a small meeting venue or a conference space, we have five flexible venues built specifically for productive team gatherings. Our expert staff will ensure that your event runs seamlessly, leaving you free to connect with Christchurch and your fellow delegates.

Choose Crowne Plaza for your next event and experience the best conference venue in Christchurch. Let us help you connect with our city and other venues you may be working with.

CBD Location

Dedicated Meeting Manager

Flexible Spaces

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2X Points Plus Bonus Elite Night Credits

Earn 2x rewards points on every meeting, event or room block booked, plus 2 Bonus Elite Night Credits for every $3000 that you spend.

T&C’s apply. Book by 30 June for events/stays until 30 November 2025.

Our Spaces

Oram Room

36 PAX

If natural light and a customisable space is what you need , the Oram Room is the perfect Christchurch conference room for you. Able to cater for up to 36 guests in a range of set up styles, the Oram Room is ideal for small to medium sized groups. Stay fully connected throughout the day with unlimited WiFi . Our modern tech options keep your delegates connected, wherever they are.

Gartner Room

25 PAX

The Gartner Boardroom is a 32 square metre room that offers natural light in a versatile and modern space. With views over Victoria Square, this is the perfect space to host an intimate event of up to 25 guests.

Ellis Room

15 PAX

At 24 square-metres and full of natural light, the Ellis room can accommodate up to 15 guests for an intimate theatre-style presentation, networking event, a medium sized conference, formal dinner, or presentation. Need a bit more space? Combine with the Oram and/or Gartner rooms for more capacity.

Golden Fleece Room

140 PAX

The Golden Fleece Room is our largest and most versatile space. Offering 193 square metres and a range of set up options. This is the perfect space for hosting medium to large conferences or functions, banquet-style formal dinners, casual cocktail events and wedding receptions. Our on-site Events Team can provide a variety of event set up options, including the capacity for up to 140 guests in a cocktail style. Golden Fleece Room is your go-to in central Christchurch for larger parties, functions, conferences and meetings.

Oram, Gartner & Ellis Room Combined

70 PAX

The combined meeting rooms offer a 97 square metre venue that offers natural light, illuminating the room. It is a versatile and modern space with great views of Victoria Square. The perfect venue to host intimate and/or large events. We can spaciously accommodate 70 guests. Stay fully connected throughout the day with unlimited WiFi and our modern tech options. Then take a change of pace in one of our break-out spaces.

1851 Social Champagne Lounge

50 PAX

Located on the ground floor, 1851 Social Champagne lounge is a popular private bar space suited to cocktail gatherings and post event networking for up to 50 people.

With a variety of ultra comfortable lounge seating , velvet surfaces and antique mirror walls, this boutique space includes it’s own private bar area and an Armagh Street entrance which provides separation from the hotel lobby. Seating and lighting is highly flexible and the space can easily transition from sophisticated lounge bar to a private cocktail function, depending on your event requirements.

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