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About this property
Set in a refurbished 1874 building, Jailhouse Accommodations offers an on-site café and a guest lounge with a cinema projector. It is 10 minutes’ walk from Christchurch Railway Station. Guests enjoy free parking and free WiFi in public areas. Formerly Addington Prison, this property offers Gothic-style architecture and a historical display room. All accommodations offers access to shared bathroom facilities. Bed linen is provided in all rooms. Shared facilities include TV lounges with flat-screen TVs and a billiards table. There is a spacious communal kitchen and a guest laundry room. The information desk can assist you in the organization of your discovery of Christchurch and its surroundings, offer you various excursions, hiking trails and activities, but also advise you on the rental of vehicles. Christchurch Jailhouse Accommodations is 10 minutes’ walk from Horncastle Arena and AMI Stadium. It is 15 minutes’ drive from Christchurch International Airport.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Laundry
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Paloma
France“Pretty much everything. The room was clean and isolated. Common area are cleaned and maintained. The staff is nice. Stayed there for a week end and enjoyed it. A bit far of a walk to the city center. Free parking spot. And two cats.” - Stephen
United States“Easy checkin, friendly staff & comfortable beds. Able to adjust temperature in each room. Hot showers/plenty of water pressure.” - Stephen United States“Well equipped & organized kitchen, uniqueness of the place, lots of books to choose from, showers & bathroom clean & good.”
- Stuart United States“Love the atmosphere and was surprised how nice the place looks and feels since it was a former jail.”
- Theresa United States“The location was ok , it was a 25 min walk to the River side area .”
- Dominic United States“Kitchen, location, and staff were all great. Very clean. Great value.”
- Paul
Canada“Very clean and comfortable beds. I returned there for a second time.” - Jennifer United States“This was my first time staying in a hostel. The staff was very welcoming and the facility was very clean and fun. I loved the bit of history they have kept alive in the building. I will be recommending this location to anyone who is staying in...”
- Marcia United States“Clean, comfortable, helpful staff. We walked to the train station from there, 20 minutes, smooth sidewalk for roller bags.”
- Rachel
New Zealand“Great location. Close to Wolfbrook arena. Thai food, BK, Coffee shop within 60 second walk.”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine print
Please note that children under 16 years of age cannot be accommodated in the dormitory room.
Please note that there is a $3 charge when paying with a credit card.
Please note that there is a 2% credit card fee for all payments effective immediately.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Jailhouse Accommodation of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.
