BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

3.5 star property
3.5-star eco-certified hotel near Hagley Park

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Front of property
Exterior
Reception
Bar (on property)
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service

Explore the area

Map
165 Cashel Street, Christchurch, 8011
  • Cathedral Square
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Hagley Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Double Interior Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

  • 269 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room, Multiple Beds (City Urban)

  • 214 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Double Room (City Urban)

  • 215 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Christchurch

Christchurch City Centre stay.With a stay at this Christchurch City Centre hotel, you'll be steps from City New Life Church and The Crossing. High Street and Cashel Street Shopping Area are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Cathedral Square - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Hagley Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Christchurch Casino - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Christchurch Public Hospital - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 11 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pink Lady Rooftop - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Best Turkish Food - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Zak's Kebab House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Stranges Lane - ‬2 min walk

About this property

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

3.5-star eco-certified hotel near Hagley Park
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business center and 3 meeting rooms are available.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A fitness center, a vending machine, and laundry facilities are also featured at the eco-certified BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch.

This 3.5-star Christchurch hotel is smoke free.

  • 263 guestrooms or units
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch offers 263 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Cable television is provided.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English, French, Korean

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free for up to 2 hours per day

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; NZD 25 for adults and NZD 12.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (59 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: NZD 200.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 25.00 for adults and NZD 12.5 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

We should mention

  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Free WiFi in public areas is limited to 2 hours per day.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

BreakFree Cashel Hotel Christchurch
BreakFree Cashel Hotel
BreakFree Cashel Christchurch
BreakFree Cashel

Frequently asked questions

How close is BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch to the airport?

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch is 6.8 mi (22-min drive) away from the Christchurch International Airport (CHC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch.

How close is BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch to the beach?

This hotel is 6.7 mi (17-min drive) from New Brighton Beach and 7 mi (19-min drive) from Sumner Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 25.00 for adults and NZD 12.5 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Christchurch Casino (15-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch have a pool?

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch does not have a pool.

Does BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch to downtown Christchurch?

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch is 0.2 mi away from Christchurch.

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 387 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 404 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 136 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1005 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jagdish

Traveled with family
Hotel is very near to Public transport and food outlets. The check-in and checkout was quick and smooth. However, the rooms are just a capsule very little space to move.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Elgan

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherilyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and close to intercity bus depot
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Intimate and perfect place to stay for a couple of nights
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bronson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good location, clean, safe, good restaurant and bar, engaging and helpful staff. I'd gladly stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Handy to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We found both evening and morning hotel staff to be very helpful. There was a fantastic choice for the buffet breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Robin

Clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The central location made it very easy to explore the city on foot, especially for a person travelling alone. The room was small, but well-appointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Mercia

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Nathan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
I bet this was a very cool hotel a few years ago, however it hasn’t aged super gracefully. The frosted glass pod style bathroom is neat, however not ideal if you desire maximum privacy while doing your business. I can only describe the cleanliness of the bathroom as “ok” as the shower showed a significant amount of mildew in the corners and the frosted glass walls definitely had not been wiped completely clean for some time. The high traffic areas of the carpet were discolored, and the lighting was a little wonky. Though it has some shortcomings the location is fantastic, the bed was very comfortable, and the downstairs bar/bistro is decent. Decent place for a short stay, but it’s affordable for a reason.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nicola

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property is in a great spot but the room was so tiny and no privacy from the bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff welcoming Easy checkin Somewhat confusing bed consoles to work , alarm etc Small rooms and very small showers
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ming

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, location! And so affordable, especially for solo travellers. The rooms are tiny and the facilities basic, but if you’re only looking for somewhere to sleep at an affordable price, then I absolutely recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Patsy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room way too small. No seating available. No luggage racks.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Latrice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Carlo Luis

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If you’re spending a short time in Christchurch, I’d give them a go, but any longer may prove tricky. Rooms are small and the lighting console prolly needs updating. But the basic gym is much welcome!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael, Wellington

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
A very unfriendly receptionist when I was trying to arrange a car park space. Also once I eventually managed to get a space I was not informed there as an associated cost.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aloka

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025