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BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

3.5 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Hagley Park

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In the heart of Christchurch City Centre, BreakFree on Cashel offers a vibrant retreat. Stay active at the gym, connect with in-room WiFi, and enjoy delicious meals at the restaurant. With dry cleaning services and helpful staff nearby Hagley Park.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness centre
  • Room service
  • Business centre
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Lift
The current price is NZ$81
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A modern hotel room with a glass shower enclosure, a bed with a white headboard, a bedside table with a kettle, and a window with a city view.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a suitcase.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, TV, and a wall-mounted control panel.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • City view
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

A hotel room with a glass shower enclosure, a bed with white bedding, a small white table, and a seating area with a white sofa.

Standard Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Double Room

A compact hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a small desk with a chair.

Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)
  • City view
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Double Room (City Urban)

A bunk bed room with a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a window.

Family Double Room (City Urban)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Double Interior Room

A modern hotel room with a bed, a small table with a kettle, a shower area, and a glass-enclosed bathroom.

Double Interior Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(97 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Room, Multiple Beds (City Urban)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a wall-mounted control panel.

Family Room, Multiple Beds (City Urban)

  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Map
165 Cashel Street, Christchurch, 8011

What's nearby

  • Cathedral Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • New Regent Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Riverside Market - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hagley Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 24 min drive
  • Christchurch Railway Station - 11 min drive
  • Rolleston Station - 19 min drive
  • Rangiora Station - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Church Brew Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mexico - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Akin - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪OGB Bar & Café - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Café 165 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

  • BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Hagley Park. The restaurant is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after visiting the fitness centre for a workout, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. The helpful staff and central location get great marks from fellow travellers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 263 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas (2 hours per day)
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • No on-site parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:30 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service

What to do

  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • 3 meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Fitness centre
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 150
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

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.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: NZD 200.00 per stay

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 28.00 for adults and NZD 14.00 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 per cent

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Policies

Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

National rating

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

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch?

Sorry, there's no on-site parking at BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch.

What are the check-in and check-out times at BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an on-site casino at BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Christchurch Casino (13-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch and nearby?

Maintain your daily exercise routine at the gym.

Are there restaurants at or near BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

What's the area around BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch like?

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch is a short 12-minute walk from Hagley Park and 4 minutes' walk from Cathedral Square. Travellers say that the local area is very central perfect for shopping.

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Reviews

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as good, great, excellent, and substantial with a good selection of options. (44 reviews)
  • The restaurant served delicious food and offered a great selection of options for breakfast and dinner. (48 reviews)
  • Airport access was convenient with a nearby bus stop and easy transportation options. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and staff super helpful. Will use thus hotel next time I am in christchurch
Mark, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Ideally located for easy walking or getting the buses or tram, restaurants and sights, Breakfree was a great choice for my short stay in Christchurch. Staff really helpful, great initiative to skip the room clean and the bar/restaurant in foyer to have a drink/meal after a long day exploring
Penelope, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I stayed in one of their smaller rooms. It was SMALL, but completely functional. The bar served great drinks and the food was fantastic. I'd definately stay here again!
Allen, 11-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Handy location, central city so easy walk to bars and restaurants and transport hubs
Colin, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Well located close to bus station and shopping and restaurants
Robert, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great, central location. The staff was friendly and helpful and the room was clean and well maintained.
Andy, 8-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good location and nice stay
Abbas S, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff and comfortable stay over for one eve
Anel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really great stay… very central, so great location! Lovely happy hour menu and service was great!
Daneille, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location
Doug, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent place to stay, right in the heart of Christchruch, everything is just a short walk away. Rooms are nice and clean. Great service, excellent staff
Brenda, 8-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything at the BreakFree is excellent…food, location, amenities….location! Love this place and will always recommend and stay here
Roger, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very convenient, comfortable, clean and friendly and professional staff.
Susan, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Helpful staff Good breakfast Clean
KIERAN, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great location for shops and city centre.
Helen, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, very central to everything in the city including the new stadium. Breakfast was great! The rooms are not big but they are well designed and for two of us they were just fine. We'd definitely stay again.
Darryl, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, great location, room was clean and the bed was comfortable.
Alexander, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Lovely hotel, helpful staff, good breakfast, rooms are very very small, but ok for a one night stay.
Linda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly, professional staff. Substantial breakfast buffet, excellent location. Thank you! Paul Gomez
Paul, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel was in a great location. Ashe who was working the front desk was very helpful. He went above and beyond helping us
Pam, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean, such a great location
Debbie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was extremely helpful and the room was clean. Great stay.
James, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Love my room, very efficient staff
Rossan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great value. Rooms are dated and could use a refresh, but overall clean and comfortable.
cara, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great location and helpful staff. Enjoyed my stay.
Wendy, 3-night trip