Jailhouse Accommodation

This accommodation is no frills and basic but clean and inexpensive. I only stayed one night in a dorm room which has 5 double bunks and sleeps 10 people. I found the others sharing the dorm were quite and respectful to each other.So if your not fused and want cheep accommodation it was fine and I'dbe happy staying here again. .The cost of one night was $46.00 and if you want a shower it cost $3.0 for a towel which good.

Property=ex-jail (love the theme)And the props for photos… inspired!!!Staff Patrick was lovely, super patient and helpful.The athmosfere was :| but ok.On the fridge and the ‘pantry’ It would be great to have a shelf “to share” so I can leave my food on departure.The kitchen was always clean. 10 stars!!

Aesthetically attractive place but generally impractical.The conversion of the building is very well done, and the aesthetics of the place and the way it leans into the buildings history is fun.The toilets were horrendously cramped though and had no plug sockets in them for hair drying and things like that. The showers were also fairly impractical as there was no where dry in them to place toiletry bags as the layout of the shower meant the floors became flooded, and debris from the drain and other peoples showers also floated around as the water rose. The floor became dangerously slippy as a result after. Only one plug socket in there which was hidden under the hand towel fixture and in an incredibly cramped space.The kitchen also contained those horrible metal counters that never seem clean. Food labelling system was great though and the kitchen was well equipped.I literally despise the GOKI key system. Great in theory, but so impractical.Rooms were well ventilated (I stayed in a 10 bed), provided plug sockets and lamps by the bed and wall heaters throughout the room.

It’s the second time visit. Still great experience. Full of history of prison if u never stay in prison before. Come n experience how prison life like. Ppl here all friendly n come from worldwide. U can stay for short or long term for discount. Great location to botanical garden n many yummy coffee shops.

Everything about this place is awesome. Great service, clean, kitchen has all you need and it's creative. If you want and like a quiet place this is for you. I do like that too but I just find it a bit too quiet as if I'm in a university library. Also you can't drink alcohol here. Not expecting to get drunk in a hostel but its the only place I've seen that they don't allow alcohol so keep this in mind when booking here

Super fun place to stay! Lots of fun bits linked to the theme and museum style information.One of the best hostels we stayed in, the whole place was immaculate, great shared areas and surprising it was wheelchair accessible!The staff were all friendly, Freya went above and beyond to make our stay great!

A really nice quirky backpackers in an old jailhouse. The staff were very friendly and approachable - especially Freya who helped us no end with storing our bags! The location is great, both close enough to walk into the centre and get transport to the airport. The room was clean and tidy as were all the facilities. If you are looking for a backpackers in Christchurch then this is your place.

Great hostel. Good clean facilities. Everyone respectful of noise curfews. Good shared kitchen downstairs. Laundry room. Lockers. Rooms are accessed by code or an app thing??? So you don't need anyone to be on the reception desk. We stayed in a private twin room (shared bathroom facilities) and it was very comfortable. The bedding is surprisingly soft and cosy. There's spare duvets for if it's cold.

A great experience. Many other hostels could learn from this place. The fridge and freezer labeling is exemplary - no ancient rotting leftovers here!A fun take on a prison theme, with great staff members. Kitchen could be improved - the gas hobs are pathetic!