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BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

3.5 star property
Eco-certified hotel with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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Front of property
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi
Reception
Exterior
BreakFree on Cashel in downtown Christchurch is a practical base for city exploration. Guests can use the on-site gym, in-room WiFi, and restaurant. Helpful staff and dry cleaning services add convenience, with Hagley Park nearby.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
The current price is SAR 164
SAR 189 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sep - 11 Sep

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

Double Interior Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 10 sq m
  • 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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 18 sq m
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Pillowtop bed
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 14 sq m
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 10 sq m
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 18 sq m
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
165 Cashel Street, Christchurch, 8011

What's nearby

  • Cathedral Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Hagley Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Christchurch Casino - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Christchurch Public Hospital - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

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
  • ‪Café 165 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Pink Lady - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kebab Masters - ‬1 min walk

About this property

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

Eco-certified hotel near Hagley Park
Take advantage of dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a gym at BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a business center and a restaurant.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), 3 meeting rooms, and luggage storage
  • Smoke-free premises, a banquet hall, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A vending machine and an elevator
  • Guest reviews say great things about the central location and helpful staff
Room features
All 263 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and room service. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • 40-inch TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping, and phones

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.

Property amenities

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

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Business center

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

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with digital channels

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: NZD 200.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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)

We should mention

Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information 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

Is BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch?

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch doesn't offer parking.

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

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

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

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch located?

Located in Christchurch City Centre, this eco-certified hotel is within a 15-minute walk of The Crossing and Hagley Park. High Street and Cashel Street Shopping Area are also within 5 minutes.

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BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 395 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 399 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 133 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1004 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

John D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a good overnights stay Bed was comfy and i had everything i needed
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I though the hotel was excellent, everything was clean and tidy , the buffet breakfast was great and the staff friendly and helpful. It was also a great price. It is walkable to the centre of town and close to the bus exchange. I had a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So convenient to the centre city and all the attractions. All you need for a clean, friendly and safe stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with a good breakfast available. A large bedroom with the tiniest bathroom pod of a triangular shape, very unexpected. Nice and quiet at night too
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal for people travelling. Convenient central location, modern interior with nicely fitted out compact rooms. You get a lot for your money.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the hotel, staff and the breakfast and bar were great. Only dropping one star because my room didn't have a window so my body clock was kind of cooked and I kept waking up not knowing what time it was.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonius

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Small but well set up and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed one night in an internal room which was a bit dated & could hear water in the pipes when people used their bathroom above. Hotel very central & close to lots of shops & dining options.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

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

10/10 Excellent

Garret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Staff were lovely, room was clean and good location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfree is a great option for anyone travelling to Christchurch. The location is perfect in the city centre, Riverside and other restaurants and cafes are all within walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Cheap and convenient. Leaky shower
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Often stay here, because it is totally safe and reliable for a single woman.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon

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

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay! Lovely staff, the man at the cafe had the best custoner service last night really nice food. Very welcoming lady at service desk. Room was great nuce and quiet bed was so comfy!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

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

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay. Wonderful location and very clean. Staff were excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 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

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to shop
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

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

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very happy with everthing and would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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