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Jailhouse Accommodation in Christchurch, New Zealand
338 Lincoln Rd, Addington, Christchurch
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Property Description

Have your own Prison Break! Closest backpackers hostel to the Railway Station for Tranzalpine and Tranzscenic journeys. Rated 2ND IN OCEANIA by Hostelworld customers 2007. TOP RATED mid-sized hostel in New Zealand by BBH customers 2007 AND 2008. Author Pick for Lonely Planet and Rough Guide 2008. We welcome you to stay in our fantastic restored heritage accommodation. Our building has had a colorful history as the former Addington Prison, and is a captivating, relaxing and fun place to stay!

Stay somewhere different! Offering you modern facilities in our budget youth hostel, you will have secure key access to your room 24 hours. Jail features provide total security. You will not find a cleaner place to stay.

We offer over 30 private rooms available as singles, doubles, twin bunks and dorms as well as some larger rooms that can be used by families or groups. Families very welcome, cot available.

Make your own meals in our new fully-equipped commercially-styled guest kitchen, or there are many food outlets within walking distance. Wake up to a cup of our freshly made organic, fair-trade espresso coffee from our coffee bar. Bicycle hire, WI-FI available, FREE DVD HIRE AND CINEMA ROOM, and TV and DVD in doubles, FREE POOL TABLE, FREE TOWELS and linen with fully made-up beds.

We are located near to Hagley Park, Tranzalpine train (free shuttle TO the station available) and the Westpac Centre where many concerts and functions are held. You could walk, or it is a short bus ride to the centre of town. Free vehicle parking is available too.

Travel desk for booking all your New Zealand transport as well as Christchurch and South Island attractions - cheapest rates available!

Bookings from groups are also welcomed.

WE WELCOME LATE NIGHT ARRIVALS, however if you are arriving after 10pm, please note that the reception is closed and the front door is locked, and so please contact us by phone or email to receive the front door code and instructions to your room.

From Christchurch airport we recommend you take SuperShuttle directly to door - they operate 24/7 from Christchurch Airport, freephones available at arrivals halls, costs NZ$17 for 1 person and $4 each extra person.
Property Facilities

Communications:
  • Internet Access
  • Web Access in Lobby
  • WiFi in Lobby
  • Card Phones
  • Sport & Leisure:
  • Bicycle Hire
  • DVD`s
  • Common Room
  • Library
  • Pool Table
  • In Room Facilities:
  • Linen Included
  • Key Card Access
  • Food & Drink:
  • Not Included
  • Guest Kitchen
  • BBQ Area
  • General:
  • Parking
  • Free Parking
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Washing Machine/Dryer
  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Towels Hire
  • Hairdryer for Hire
  • Luggage Storage
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Tours Desk



  • Overall Rating 86%

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    Character
    94%
    Security
    92%
    Location
    65%
    Staff
    91%
    Fun
    77%
    Cleanliness
    93%
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