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Historic hostel within easy reach of AMI Stadium
WiFi does not work outside common areas. This is just laziness as it would not be hard to…
Oct 14, 2020
I like that most of the interior is still original, the tables are made with the original…
Jul 28, 2020
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Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of NZD 3
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of NZD 12 for adults and NZD 12 for children (approximately)
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of NZD 20 per person
Airport shuttle service for children costs NZD 20
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.
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 advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.
Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.
Guests are provided with hand sanitizer.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.For transfers, guests must contact the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Deposit: NZD 25.00 per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by this property. However, charges can vary, for example, based on length of stay or the unit you book.
I spent there 2 nights before a 1-month bikepacking journey. They let me keep the bike inside. Staff was really friendly. The place was overall very clean.
Eljas, 2 night trip, Mar 10, 2020
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Was a very cool place to stay—wish we could have stayed longer!
SydW, 1 night romance trip, Mar 3, 2020
Verified Expedia guest review
Facilities and rook fine. Stuck with some loud room mates which made for trouble sleeping
1 night trip, Feb 28, 2020
Verified Expedia guest review
Unique. Very accommodating for late arrival. Thanks for good stay.
1 night romance trip, Feb 11, 2020
Verified Expedia guest review
The staff were extremely informative and helpful. They even helped to get us extra accomodation when we turned up a day early. I can’t fault this place! It’s quirky, a little creepy, and lots of fun.
sue, 1 night trip, Feb 7, 2020
Verified Hotels.com guest review
A fun place to stay. Comfortable bed & quiet at night.
1 night romance trip, Jan 13, 2020
Verified Expedia guest review
This is the second time of staying here (7 years ago was first) and it is still the same quirky hostel as before. You get ‘what it says on the tin’ an old jail house, so there are no mode cons. Just the experience of seeing how the inmates lived. Was clean and staff friendly. It’s quite a walk into Christchurch but it’s flat and through a lovely park. Would definitely stay again.
2 night family trip, Dec 5, 2019
Verified Expedia guest review
This place was super clean. The staff was helpful and friendly!!! And I really enjoyed the jail theme!!
Melissa, 1 night trip, Nov 15, 2019
Verified Expedia guest review
Well it was supposed to be like going to jail and did not disappoint.
KHill, 1 night family trip, Oct 21, 2019
Verified Travelocity guest review
Very quirky place to stay on a budget in a good location
1 night family trip, Oct 17, 2019
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