2013
1st, Continent Winners Oceania
Jailhouse Accommodation Christchurch
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It gets our thumbs up for consistently high guest reviews.
Hostelworld says
Jailhouse Accommodation was rated #1 in New Zealand and Oceania at the 2009 Hoscars, and it’s not hard to see why. This quirky, clean, comfortable and quiet hostel is set in a historic former jail. It’s located about 20 minutes’ walk from the Arts Centre, Christchurch Art Gallery, Canterbury Museum and the Botanic Gardens and is surrounded by a variety of bars and cafes. We like their friendly and very helpful staff, who have a great knowledge of the area.
Property Description
Stay in Jail for an unforgettable experience with Free Unlimited UltraFast WiFi and free parking! Hostelworld, Lonely Planet and Rough Guides top pick for Christchurch, we have won heaps of Awards!
We operate with contactless self check-in, simply check your emails on arrival morning to get your 'Goki' lock access Pin codes to the building and your room. We welcome late night arrivals - just use your access Pins. ALL PAYMENT IS TAKEN IN ADVANCE on your credit/debit card once inside the cancelation policy
You can enjoy our renovated heritage accommodation, which had a colourful history as Addington Prison.
Our clean, warm and friendly accommodation features super-comfortable beds with free parking, free WiFi, fresh linen with fully made-up beds, free off-street parking, free DVD hire, cinema room, free pool table, bicycle hire, commercially-styled guest kitchen and laundry. We offer private singles, doubles, twin bunks and also dorms, as well as some larger rooms that can be used by families or groups. If traveling with under 16s, please reserve private rooms, not shared dorms.
Christchurch is the gateway to the amazing South Island. Our suburb of Addington is a happening place to be, with awesome new places opening all the time. We are the closest hostel to the Tranzalpine train station , Orangetheory Stadium and Horncastle Arena where many concerts and functions are held. You could walk, or it is a short bus ride to Hagley Park, Canterbury Museum andour exciting new CBD with new bars on 'The Strip', new shops and places to explore like Little High. There are a number of vibrant cafes and bars close by, including Pedal Pushers, Morrell and Co, renowned Simo's Deli, Addington Coffee Co-op and Court Theatre.
We have modern facilities in our budget youth hostel; you will have secure digital Pin access to your room 24 hours a day. And of course, the jail features provide total security.
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Credit or Debit card payments only, payment will be taken prior to arrival.
Your credit card will be charged prior to your arrival with the card used to make this booking. Refunds due to early cancellation will be subject to an administration fee. If arriving after midnight, please ensure you have booked for the correct date (the date prior to midnight). We prefer you book a Private Room for late arrivals so you don't disturb other Dorm Guests. Your credit card will be held securely and may be charged for 'no shows', cancellations within cancellation policy, or for wilful damage, theft, additional cleaning, smoking/vaping inside, inappropriate behavior or breaching terms
We operate with contactless self check-in, simply check your emails on arrival morning to get your 'Goki' lock access Pin codes to the building and your room. We welcome late night arrivals - just use your access Pins. ALL PAYMENT IS TAKEN IN ADVANCE on your credit/debit card once inside the cancelation policy
You can enjoy our renovated heritage accommodation, which had a colourful history as Addington Prison.
Our clean, warm and friendly accommodation features super-comfortable beds with free parking, free WiFi, fresh linen with fully made-up beds, free off-street parking, free DVD hire, cinema room, free pool table, bicycle hire, commercially-styled guest kitchen and laundry. We offer private singles, doubles, twin bunks and also dorms, as well as some larger rooms that can be used by families or groups. If traveling with under 16s, please reserve private rooms, not shared dorms.
Christchurch is the gateway to the amazing South Island. Our suburb of Addington is a happening place to be, with awesome new places opening all the time. We are the closest hostel to the Tranzalpine train station , Orangetheory Stadium and Horncastle Arena where many concerts and functions are held. You could walk, or it is a short bus ride to Hagley Park, Canterbury Museum andour exciting new CBD with new bars on 'The Strip', new shops and places to explore like Little High. There are a number of vibrant cafes and bars close by, including Pedal Pushers, Morrell and Co, renowned Simo's Deli, Addington Coffee Co-op and Court Theatre.
We have modern facilities in our budget youth hostel; you will have secure digital Pin access to your room 24 hours a day. And of course, the jail features provide total security.
Stay somewhere different!
Credit or Debit card payments only, payment will be taken prior to arrival.
Your credit card will be charged prior to your arrival with the card used to make this booking. Refunds due to early cancellation will be subject to an administration fee. If arriving after midnight, please ensure you have booked for the correct date (the date prior to midnight). We prefer you book a Private Room for late arrivals so you don't disturb other Dorm Guests. Your credit card will be held securely and may be charged for 'no shows', cancellations within cancellation policy, or for wilful damage, theft, additional cleaning, smoking/vaping inside, inappropriate behavior or breaching terms
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Latest Reviews
Mar 18, 2023
Great place with a fun twist. The only downside is the short timeframe, in which the staff is available. This leads to terrible laundry hours and no possibility to ask the staff members for advice or recommendations
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Mar 02, 2023
For the experience of staying in a jail overnight it was incredible, unique. When I was there, there seemed to be a young crowd which were very loud running a muck. That’s no fault of the hostel though. Staff aren’t there 24/7. But an email address is present and they respond rapidly. No Air Conditioning in the dorm I stayed in. Just in terms of lockers if a big one was under the bed and rolled out from under the bed it would be better. It’s a hostel so hostel standard. Jail is unique to stay in
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Feb 28, 2023
Dirty bathroom downstairs … there is only one toilet and shower combo on first floor with 14 rooms which meant if someone is showering you have to use toilets upstairs which are super small. Make sure you get email with room info as staff is never onsite. My room and sheets were clean. Kitchen was also not super clean. I would not stay again. Jailhouse is a 20 minute walk from train station and 40 minute walk to downtown . Stay at other hostel closer to downtown if you fly in.
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Facilities
Free
- Linen Included
- Free Parking
- Free City Maps
- Free WiFi
- Free Internet Access
General
- Wheelchair Friendly
- Security Lockers
- Key Card Access
- Common Room
- Bicycle Parking
- Breakfast Not Included
- Adaptors
- Book Exchange
- Hot Showers
- Self-Catering Facilities
- Cooker
- Fridge/Freezer
- Utensils
- Dryer
- Cable TV
- Reading Light
- Parking
- Hair Dryers
- Iron / Ironing Board
- Washing Machine
- Towels Not Included
- Flexible NRR
- Covid-19 safe
Services
- Internet access
- Laundry Facilities
- Towels for hire
- Luggage Storage
- Express check-in / out
- Reception (limited hours)
Food & Drink
- Tea & Coffee Making Facilities
Entertainment
- DVD's
- Board Games
- Games Room
- Pool Table
- Wi-Fi
Awards
2013
1st, Country Winners New Zealand
2010
1st, Continent Winners Oceania
2010
1st, Country Winners New Zealand
2009
3rd, Continent Winners Oceania
2008
2nd, Continent Winners Oceania
Nominations
2013
Worldwide Medium Hostel