Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel

8.8

Excellent(301 Reviews)

Hostel in Christchurch

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsInternet / Wifi, Parking, Laundry and more

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About this hostel

Family-friendly Christchurch hostel in Addington with free parking
A coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities are available at this smoke-free hostel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a computer station, an arcade/game room, and express check-in are onsite.
Housekeeping is not available.
Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel offers 34 shared accommodations with blackout drapes/curtains. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Map of Christchurch

Nearby attractions

Canterbury Museum

1.7 mi

Willowbank Wildlife Reserve

9 mi

Akaroa Dolphins

40.7 mi

Air Force Museum of New Zealand

5.3 mi

Available Rooms

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

1 Double • 86 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Twin Bunk, Shared Bathroom

1 Bunk • 86 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Single Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

1 Bunk • 269 ft²

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room

1 Single • 161 ft²

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room

2 Single • 86 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

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Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel

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8.8

Excellent(301 Reviews)

Hostel in Christchurch

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsInternet / Wifi, Parking, Laundry and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this hostel

Amenities

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Map of Christchurch

Nearby attractions

Canterbury Museum

1.7 mi

Willowbank Wildlife Reserve

9 mi

Akaroa Dolphins

40.7 mi

Air Force Museum of New Zealand

5.3 mi

Available Rooms

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

1 Double • 86 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Twin Bunk, Shared Bathroom

1 Bunk • 86 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Single Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

1 Bunk • 269 ft²

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room

1 Single • 161 ft²

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room

2 Single • 86 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Reviews

8.8

Excellent(301 Reviews)

5.0

Nov 2024

Clean, friendly staff, lovely atmosphere. Hot shower, comfortable clean bed.

4.0

Oct 2024

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.

8.0

Jun 2024

Easy check in. Straight-forward hostel. Quiet.

10.0

Jun 2024

The hostel is very confortable and clean

10.0

Jun 2024

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!

4.0

Jun 2024

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.

5.0

Apr 2024

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.

10.0

Apr 2024

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)

8.0

Apr 2024

Glss tables ae noising a a surface. Otherwise good spot to stay

10.0

Mar 2024

Absolutely fantastic service went out of their way to assist us We would be staying here again

8.0

Mar 2024

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.

10.0

Mar 2024

The historical information

8.0

Mar 2024

Quirky staying in jail cell. But really giod feel.

10.0

Mar 2024

an absolutely stunning building, amazing atmosphere

10.0

Feb 2024

Unique helpful clean

10.0

Feb 2024

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!

10.0

Jan 2024

See above

10.0

Dec 2023

Unique historic building. Enjoyed our quick overnight stay.

4.0

Dec 2023

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.

8.0

Nov 2023

A particularly cute place, great beds, shared and very clean toilets and showers. I enjoyed very much! One problem that is important to know is that there is no elevator! It was a little (a lot..) problematic to lift the suitcase... other than that, a great place!

8.0

Nov 2023

For a person on a budget that likes to meet people it was nice. Would recommend it for a convenient stay as it’s $4 on the #7 bus from town and if you are smart with the interchange that will get you to/from the airport

8.0

Aug 2023

Great place to stay overnight - I came in late and left early the next day. Checking in was electronic via email with codes etc, so easy

8.0

Aug 2023

Was a fun place to stay. Definitely will stay again

10.0

Jun 2023

This property provided a unique experience with the opportunity to step into another world, that of the jail history, combined with contemporary well equipped kitchen, and comfortable bed rooms eating areas and bathroom.

10.0

Jun 2023

Unique and fun because of its history. Great location. Friendly staff in the evening. Could check toilet rolls in ladies more frequently and put in correctly 😉 Well planned kitchen, dining and lounge areas and bike parking👍Welcoming foyer/reception.

10.0

Jun 2023

Not the sort of accommodation I would normally select, given I was working through the week and only wanted a safe, convenient place to sleep, the Jailhouse was perfect in every sense. Will certainly make use of the Jailhouse next time I am visiting Christchurch.

10.0

Jun 2023

Self-check-in makes this place. We needed emergency accommodation and really appreciated the no hassle getting in at 3 in the morning

10.0

Mar 2023

A very nice stay,at this property. Perfect for a short stay,and good value. Great location . .

10.0

Feb 2023

Awesome

10.0

Dec 2022

Always nice coming back and feeling like I'm home away from home. See you next year

10.0

Dec 2022

I recommend jail house very good kindly member I normally stay jail house comfortable and good accomodation

6.0

Sep 2022

Jail view is just unique

2.0

Sep 2022

The main receptionist treated me like a homeless person cause of my bags, looked down on me from the beginning, she was horrible and at the first chance she kicked me out singling me out. The owner seemed to try to show some humanity by offering me a ride.

10.0

Sep 2022

The environment, the place itself is extremely clean, quiet and great staff that are so helpful and willing to assist on anything you may require. It's not somewhere I would normally wish to stay, but that has changed significantly. I'm staying on longer also. It's a great place to stay. I'd certainly highly recommend it to others without reservations. It's a fine place to stay if you need too.

8.0

Jul 2022

I enjoyed the stay, only couple of things to improve.. heating in the room was very limited and didnt do alot, the luver windows created a lot of draft and cold. Otherwise good stay

3.0

Jul 2022

The hostel was super neat! We stayed in a double bunk room, the beds are very short, so if you’re tall and don’t love sleeping in the fetal position, you might want to check out other options. The bathrooms/shower room was kept up and clean. Location is great, and very walkable to good cafes/restaurants /bars. You’ll have to pay extra for shower towels.

4.0

Mar 2022

it was fun to stay in a jail

5.0

Feb 2022

Such a novelty would totally recommend

5.0

Feb 2022

Such a novelty would totally recommend

4.0

Jul 2021

The Jailhouse Accommodation/Hostel was a cool and interesting experience. The concept and prison type architecture is very original as far as hotel accommodations go. There was no one at the reception desk when we arrived after 6:00 pm. But, we were able to check ourselves in via the ipad they had at the reception desk. The rooms are clean and very simple (no frills). The rooms have the original bars on the windows and a heavy metal entrance door. I liked the combination lock to enter. I felt a bit more safe. There was a sign on the door that warned guests not to let nonguests in and the sign also had a picture of a young male to be aware of. You share showers and toilets/restrooms with the other guests (like living in a dorm). I am assuming the toilets and sinks are original. There is a large kitchen to cook and a laundry room. It was very quiet in the common areas. The surrounding area was not close to the city center and definitely not posh. Great prices if you just need a place to get some sleep and get to say you stayed in a former prison. It wasn't very crowded when we stayed-- mostly young single people, who seemed to be staying for longer periods. Jailhouse Accommodations only had a few parking spaces in their lot. We were lucky to get a parking space. Overall, it was an interesting and unique experience.

FAQs

How much does this hostel cost compared to others in Christchurch?

The average price for a rental in Christchurch is £76 per night. This rental is £25 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this hostel?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hostel?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hostel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this hostel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.

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Reasons to book

About this hostel

Amenities

Map of Christchurch

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Twin Bunk, Shared Bathroom

Single Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room

Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room

Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel

Hostel in Christchurch

Reasons to book

About this hostel

Amenities

Map of Christchurch

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Twin Bunk, Shared Bathroom

Single Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room

Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this hostel cost compared to others in Christchurch?

Is parking included with this hostel?

Is there a pool at this hostel?

Is Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel?

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