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Jailhouse Accommodation

★★★★ 338 Lincoln Rd, Christchurch, NZ

8.3 guest rating· 2065 reviews

About this hotel

Historic Charm and Modern Comforts

Set in a refurbished 1874 building, Jailhouse Accommodation seamlessly blends historic charm with modern comforts. Guests can immerse themselves in the Gothic-style architecture while enjoying convenient amenities.

Entertainment and Relaxation

The property features an on-site café, a guest lounge with a cinema projector, TV lounges with flat-screen TVs, and a billiards table. Whether you want to unwind with a movie night or enjoy some friendly competition, there is something for everyone.

Convenient Location and Helpful Services

Located just a 10 minutes’ walk from Christchurch Railway Station, the hotel offers free parking and WiFi. The information desk is ready to assist with organizing excursions, hiking trails, and vehicle rentals, ensuring a seamless stay.

Book your stay at Jailhouse Accommodation for a unique blend of history and comfort.

Rooms & rates

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Single Bed in Male Dormitory Room

Sleeps 1 · 10 m² · Bunk bed

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Linen

Rooms are 10 square yards.

Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 2 · 10 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Shower
  • TV
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Interconnected room(s) available

This twin room includes a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a shared bathroom. The unit offers 2 beds.

Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room

Sleeps 1 · 10 m² · Twin bed

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Linen

Twin Bunk, Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 2 · 8 m² · Bunk bed

  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Free Local calls

<p><strong>1 Twin Bunk Bed</strong></p><p>86 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Shared bathroom, towels, and a hair dryer (on request)</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Heating</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Grab bar near toilet</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No housekeeping, shared accommodations</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room

Sleeps 1 · 10 m² · Bunk bed

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Linen

Rooms are 10 square yards.

Single Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Sleeps 1 · 40 m² · Bunk bed

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Linen

This dormitory room features wooden floors and access to shared bathroom facilities. All bed linen and blankets are provided. Please note that children under 16 years of age cannot be accommodated in this room type.

Single Room with Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 1 · 10 m² · Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Hardwood or parquet floors

This private room features wooden floors and access to shared bathroom facilities. All bed linen and blankets are provided. Please note that there is no capacity for additional guests.

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 2 · 10 m² · 2× Bunk bed

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Linen

This private room features wooden floors and access to shared bathroom facilities. All bed linen and blankets are provided. Please note that there is no capacity for additional guests.

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 2 · 10 m² · Double bed

  • Shower
  • TV
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Interconnected room(s) available

This private room features wooden floors and access to shared bathroom facilities. All bed linen and blankets are provided. Please note that there is no capacity for additional guests.

Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room

Sleeps 1 · 35 m² · Bunk bed

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Linen

Rooms are 35 square yards.

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Ski school
  • Ski storage
  • Skiing
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Billiards
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Broadcast Live sport events
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
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  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Cycling
  • Darts
  • Dry cleaning
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Games room
  • Garden
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Invoice provided
  • Key access
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Picnic area
  • Shared kitchen
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Stand-up comedy
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Tour/class on local culture
  • Vending machine - drinks
  • Vending machine - snacks
  • Wheelchair accessible

Location

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338 Lincoln Rd, Christchurch, NZ

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say8.32065 reviews

+ Unique experience+ Friendly staffCleanliness issuesLimited parking
Cleanliness7.5
Service8.8
Location8.5
Room Quality8.0
Amenities8.2
Value for Money8.4

Guest review

8.0

Loved the vibe. Really appreciated the easy non contact access. Extra covers if cold were super nice too

Showers were cold but overall considering the building there's not much to do about that

Rosie · NZ · 2026-07-16

Loved it

10.0

It was clean friendly and very accomodating to our needs.

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Angela · NZ · 2026-07-15

Guest review

9.0

Staff, accomadation, location, cleanliness, history!!

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Sean · NZ · 2026-07-14

Absolutely wonderful

10.0

Fabulous and funky place to stay. Great value for money, comfy beds, cells are remarkably quiet!

Ginny · NZ · 2026-07-10

Good to know

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.

Please note that there is a 2% credit card fee for all payments effective immediately.Please inform 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.

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.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Groups

When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Internet

WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking

Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.

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