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Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel

2.0 star property
Family-friendly hostel, steps from The Court Theatre

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Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel offers a unique blend of history and playfulness near Hagley Park. Unwind with a coffee, challenge friends to billiards, or explore the nearby Orangetheory Stadium and The Court Theatre. With in-room WiFi, luggage storage, your stay is sure to be an adventure.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (9)

  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Arcade/game room
  • Computer station
  • Vending machine
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Arcade/game room
  • Free self parking
The current price is $43
$50 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9

Room options

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Bunk, Shared Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
338 Lincoln Road, Addington, Christchurch, 8024

What's nearby

  • Hagley Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Apollo Projects Stadium - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Wolfbrook Arena - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Christchurch Public Hospital - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Christchurch Botanic Gardens - 8 min drive - 2.6 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 - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Maxine's Palace Chinese Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Addington Coffee Co-op - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Speight's Ale House - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Little Merchants - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel

Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel puts you within a 15-minute drive of Hagley Park and Lyttelton Harbour. Free perks include WiFi and self parking.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 34 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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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
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests will receive an email within 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 any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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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
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Children

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

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

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

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No alcohol served onsite
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee shop

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Skiing nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals 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/game room

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer (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 percent

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which 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/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector and a security system on site.
This property accepts major credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize 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 to 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 onsite 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 like skiing. Enjoy amenities like 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 Apollo Projects Stadium.

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Reviews

Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and organised. Thick walls, so no noise 👍 Have stayed here many times. Not disappointed. AAA+++
T G A Buma, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Two thumbs up. Excellent stay
Ian, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved staying in this jail.

Clean, friendly staff, lovely atmosphere. Hot shower, comfortable clean bed.
Anne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Highly recommend, so interesting. Will definitely stay again.
Mel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Unique historic building. Enjoyed our quick overnight stay.
Joseph, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The jailhouse accomodation is a good budget hotel. It had what i needed for a goodnights rest and to charge my devices.
Ethan, 1-night trip

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

4/10 Fair

A difference experience when travelling, but could have had a small fridge in the room as the main one was full and we had to leave milk and our food out overnite. Great for back packers.
Glenis, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Easy check in. Straight-forward hostel. Quiet.
Cynthia, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Jail view is just unique
Sukh, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome
James, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Pretty cool to stay at a place that was a jail. I liked the cats there and the bed was fine. Not much privacy though and the upstairs men's bathroom only had one toilet . Good deal though. Where else can you stay at a place that used to be a jail ?
Joel, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

A really special stay. The theme of the old jail was done really well. The interaction with staff was very good. Common areas designed quite nice. The cleaning in the bathrooms could be better. And the sourronding area isn't quite nice and by foot it takes half an hour to be in the City Centre (15 min by bus).

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

6/10 Good

No Towelss. Isn’t that hospitality 101??? Otherwise a comfortable stay. 👍
T G A Buma, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

市内まで徒歩圏内の静かな宿です。
宿の看板です。
harada, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great central location. The history of the building certainly adds fun to the stay, and the humorous touches that play on that history is cool. The security and keyless system works really well making the place feel very safe.
Gerard, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

このホテルの方たちはとても親切でした。私が宿泊期間を間違えてしまい、チェックアウトせず、荷物も置いたままにしてしまったのですが、丁寧にまとめて保管してくれていました。そして、取りに行った時も嫌な顔一つせず、対応してくれました。その優しさに感動しました。もう一日宿泊することもできて、本当に助かりました。感謝します。次にクライストチャーチに来る時もこのホテルに泊まりたいです。
Tomoko, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

どこも、とても清潔です。スタッフはとても親切です。値段はとても安いです。 他の宿泊者さんやスタッフは気軽に話しかけてくれて、とても楽しかったです。 私が宿泊期間を間違えて、荷物を置いたままにしてしまったのですが、とても丁寧にまとめてくれていて、とても親切な対応をしてくれました。本当に感謝しています。 次にクライストチャーチに来る時も是非ここに泊まりたいです。
Tomoko, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We like the casual clean facility it has some quirky messages referring to the history of the jail. We appreciate the affordable cost, nice clean sheets and plenty of puzzles/games to play. Nice to make our own coffee when we want. Only thing that needed more attention was the door was locked when we returned late from the ToTo concert. The code to get in wasn’t given to us. Luck someone was there reading so they could help us. Apart from that we loved it. We be back.
Pauline, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice Stay!!!

Great place to stay. Parking is a problem if you’re late in. One mess up was that Key Code instructions did not arrive until after we had already checked out the following day. Possibly because of a late/last minute booking. Staff were able to resolve this problem via a phone call. So no problem.
T G A Buma, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jailhouse rocks

2nd stay. Great place. Walkable to train station and into christchurch.
Lynne, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Had difficulty with my prepaid booking... took many back-and-forthsd to get their mistake sorted... not easy or fun when travelling with limited access to cell coverage or time. And I could only find 1 toilet for males, yes 1... 4 showers, but only 1 toilet. There must be more, but noone working there, no layout maps of the building... just not much of anything. Definitely would not recommend nor ever stay there again.
Thomas, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jailhouse

Very original, staying in an old jail is an experience. Everything is clean and staff were very nice and helpful. Kitchens were very well furnished to make your own meals. I recommend.
Eric, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

JAILHOUSE rocks!

Great re-use of a historic building. Light and airy.. no drink rule, nice and quiet with communcal jigsaws. Easy 20 min walk into town and park nearby. Lots of places to eat too.
Lynne, 2-night trip