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Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel

2.0 star property
Family-friendly hostel, steps from The Court Theatre
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
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Interior
BBQ/picnic area
Reception
Economy Single Room
Bicycling

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Guests liked:

Friendly staff

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
    Connecting rooms available
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
    Free parking
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Child-friendly activities
    Child-friendly activities
Main amenities
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Arcade/games room
  • Computer station
  • Vending machine
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout curtains
  • Arcade/games room
  • Free self-parking
The price is AU$92
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov

Room options

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Bed in Male Dormitory Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Blackout curtains
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Blackout curtains
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Blackout curtains
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Bunk, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Blackout curtains
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Blackout curtains
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Blackout curtains
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Blackout curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
338 Lincoln Road, Addington, Christchurch, 8024

What's nearby

  • Hagley Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Orangetheory Stadium - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Christchurch Arena - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Canterbury Museum - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Christchurch Botanic Gardens - 7 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 13 min drive
  • Rolleston Station - 17 min drive
  • Christchurch Railway Station - 19 min walk
  • Rangiora Station - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Celtic Arms Inn - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Hub - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sugarhorse - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Grater Goods - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Culture - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel

At Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Lyttelton Harbour. Free perks include WiFi and self-parking.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 34 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
  • Express check-in available
  • Minimum check-in age – 16
  • Check-out time is 10 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
  • There is no front desk at this property
  • Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 16

Children

  • One child (2 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking

Other information

  • Smoke-free property
  • No alcohol served on site
  • No stag or hen parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee shop

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Skiing nearby
  • Scooter/moped hire nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1874
  • Picnic area
  • Arcade/games room

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Hairdryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

More

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Shared accommodations

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: NZD 25.00 per stay

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3 per cent

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag and hen parties.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a security system on-site.
This property accepts major credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
This property requires advance payment for late arrivals for bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.

Also known as

Jailhouse Accommodation
Jailhouse Accommodation Christchurch
Jailhouse Accommodation Hostel
Jailhouse Accommodation Hostel Christchurch
Jailhouse Hotel Christchurch
Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel Christchurch
Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel?
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in is available.
Is there an on-site casino at Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Christchurch Casino (6-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby winter activities such as skiing. Enjoy amenities such as an arcade and a picnic area.
What's the area around Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel like?
Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel is a short 8-minute walk from Hagley Park and 12 minutes' walk from Orangetheory Stadium.

Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Loved staying in this jail.
Clean, friendly staff, lovely atmosphere. Hot shower, comfortable clean bed.
Anne, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

No Frills / Great price / location for AM Flights
Interesting short stay in Pod style accommodation. Fantastic location for early morning flights out of Christchurch INT Airport. Take your own food as limited availability in vending machine only. Airport grub or fast-food an option 10mins away.
Steven, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Thought it was quirky and well done. Had a great t
Claire, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Simon, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

良かった点: セルフチェックイン、チェックアウトなので気軽に利用できました。あと元監獄なのを活かして博物館みたいになってる内装が楽しかったです。 気になった点: 監獄なので冬は寒いです！ 湯たんぽはありましたが、暖かくして寝るのには足りずコートを着込んで寝ました。
Hiroki, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Easy check in. Straight-forward hostel. Quiet.
Cynthia, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It was very nice with a lot of security features the only problem I had was the heater didn’t really heat up my room!
Tyler, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

it's a Jail, enjoy the experience
Jailhouse accommodations is a super quirky unique place. I rented a single cell for 2 nights. Positives - the security code was sent promptly and worked perfectly, this is an old jail exactly as advertised, the wall are thick, the bed was just right, and Staff were helpful. Cons - if you get a drunk idiot who comes in after midnight and forgets his code between the front door and cell…it takes the staff a bit of time to manage this. The rooms are actual prison cells, so they are small and sparce…. It’s part of the experience so know in advance, enjoy it.
Ian, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, Comfortable & Affordable
One of the cleanest, most comfortable-yet-affordable places I've ever stayed. Extremely friendly staff, and the room was small but very tidy and comfortable. Highly recommend.
Liya, 6-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The kitchen was nice in this property and the spaces to hang out within the building were very comfortable. I really liked the signs explaining the history of the building and the commitment to the prison bit! (cute cat lives outside as a bonus)
Lily, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Glss tables ae noising a a surface. Otherwise good spot to stay
Virginia, 5-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely fantastic service went out of their way to assist us We would be staying here again
JUSTIN, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

I only stayed here one night. Solo traveller, female in a mixed dorm. Everything was clean, the check-in was done via email so that was easy, there are a few parking spaces so that was handy and everyone in my room was really nice and considerate. I had a very comfortable stay. It's definitely quirky and cool staying in a converted jail house and the lack of visible staff around definitely added to the ominous, abandoned vibe! There's not a great deal to do in the immediate area but it's just south of Hagley Park and in proximity to buses into the center. My only recommendation, which I give to almost all hostels and backpackers, is that the simplest of details really go a long way. Shower cubicles aren't designed to keep guests' fresh clothes and feet dry after they've showered. A shelf for belongings, a mat raised off the floor and a small stool are the kind of details people rarely say thank you for but REALLY appreciate.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The historical information
Aaron, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Quirky staying in jail cell. But really giod feel.
Desmond, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

an absolutely stunning building, amazing atmosphere
alex, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Ron, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Margaret, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Unique helpful clean
Robyn, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Stefanie, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Really cool place with lots of history and friendly staff. This has been an experience for life, and I will recommend this place to everyone that are going to New Zealand!
Elise, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

See above
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Paul, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Unique historic building. Enjoyed our quick overnight stay.
Joseph, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

I was happy with my room but toilet facilities were challenging. Having to share just one toilet in the shower room with the men. Would be good to have another just for women downstairs.
Jeanette, 4-night trip
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