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BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

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

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

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Double Interior Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi

Double Interior Room

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

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Family Room, Multiple Beds (City Urban) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi

Family Room, Multiple Beds (City Urban)

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

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

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Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi

Double Room

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

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Standard Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

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

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Family Double Room (City Urban) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi

Family Double Room (City Urban)

  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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 The Crossing and High Street. Cashel Street Shopping Area and Chalice 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

  • ‪Best Turkish Food Co - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Strange's Lane - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Nucleus - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Akin - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mexico - ‬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. Digital 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.

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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 digital channels

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • 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.

How much does it cost to stay at BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch?

As of Sep 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch on Oct 6, 2025 start from $44.72, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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. 405 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 390 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 133 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1007 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Monique

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A little tired, but cozy and cute.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Gurwinder

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment I walked in, I was welcomed by warm and friendly staff—nothing was ever too much trouble. The room had everything I needed for a comfortable stay. The location is fantastic, within walking distance to all my favourite shopping spots, the Christchurch Bus Interchange, and the Riverside Market. I would definitely stay at BreakFree on Cashel again and highly recommend it to my family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very neat and customer service was very good. Very pleased with our stay here in this hotel. Will definitely book in the near future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikolas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cosy rooms, control over aircon/heating and great to be able to make a cup of tea right away.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen, Westland

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephen, Westland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hard to find great accommodation within city area with parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
BreakFree was nice and central and had a really good vibe. Staff were very friendly and helpful and rostered 24 hours so there was always someone to help.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
$3 for breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern and unfussy. Friendly staff. Good food.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Atul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cheap city centre location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Latoya

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good price for a simple room overnight
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Very convenient for shopping, close enough to walk everywhere
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Rochelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean, quiet and affordable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really cost effective. Small room but perfect for one.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gwynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would like to suggest a change to the system for the continental breakfast. The coffee and hot water were both cold and when I asked for the mine to be reheated-the staff member obliged. Following me was another person and then anther went up to the expresso machine to have theirs reheated. I would have thought that the cold coffee and water would have been replaced straight away. Also the standard of the coffee was not really what I would have expected- more suited to a workers canteen. I found the staff were very obliging-especially Sophie who helped me navigate the technologies of the room.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Traveled with family
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Latoya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Its luxury, and UpTo my standards
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie-anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It had everything i needed and verg close to venue that i was attending for one person room ideal.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lesley

Very convenient and good price for short stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025