Jailhouse Accommodation
338 Lincoln Rd, Addington, 8024 Christchurch, New Zealand – Great location - show map
It is not every day that you can stay in a jail without actually committing an offense. This is a unique experience. Check-in is seamless and the team members are very helpful.
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 8.3 for a two-person trip.
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- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Laundry
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- YeeSingapore“It is not every day that you can stay in a jail without actually committing an offense. This is a unique experience. Check-in is seamless and the team members are very helpful.”
- AlexisUnited States of America“Big, spacious dorms! Loved all the space. Everything was very clean, super comfortable beds, big windows with tons of natural light in the common areas. Laundry on site. Big kitchen. Good wifi. I think they had a cafe too. Staff was helpful.”
- GarinCanada“The people the vibe absolutely everything 10/10”
Area info
Amenities of Jailhouse AccommodationGreat facilities! Review score, 8.2
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Laundry
- Toilet paper
- Toilet
- Shared bathroom
- Shower
- Linens
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Shared kitchen
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Stand-up comedyAdditional chargeOff-site
- Temporary art galleriesOff-site
- CyclingOff-site
- Darts
- Pool table
- Game room
- SkiingOff-site
- Coffee house on site
- Accessible parking
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Baggage storage
- Express check-in/out
- Board games/Puzzles
- Board games/puzzles
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
- Grocery deliveriesAdditional charge
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Vending machine (snacks)
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Smoke-free property
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
- English
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cash is not accepted Jailhouse Accommodation accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
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.
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.
FAQs about Jailhouse Accommodation
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Jailhouse Accommodation offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Cycling
- Pool table
- Skiing
- Game room
- Darts
- Temporary art galleries
- Stand-up comedy
- Tour or class about local culture
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Jailhouse Accommodation is 1.4 miles from the center of Christchurch. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Check-in at Jailhouse Accommodation is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.
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The prices at Jailhouse Accommodation may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.