BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

3.5 star property
Hotel in Christchurch with fitness centre and 24-hour front desk

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Restaurant
Business centre
Exterior
Reception
Family Room, Multiple Beds (City Urban)

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services
The current price is AU$69
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan

Explore the area

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165 Cashel Street, Christchurch, 8011
  • Place, Cathedral Square
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, New Regent Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 10 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Double Room (City Urban)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Double Interior Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(55 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room, Multiple Beds (City Urban)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

About the area

Christchurch

At BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch you'll be within steps of City New Life Church and High Street. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM. .Within a 20-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Christchurch City Centre hotel, attractions include Lyttelton Harbour and Sumner Beach.

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 Railway Station - 11 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Akin - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mexico - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pink Lady Rooftop - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kebab Masters - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Rascal - ‬2 min walk

About this property

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

Hotel in Christchurch with fitness centre and 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business centre and 3 meeting rooms are available.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A fitness centre, a vending machine, and laundry facilities are also featured at 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
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch offers 263 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Digital televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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 transport

  • No on-site 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 centre

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (150 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

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

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

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.

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: from approximately NZD 25.00 for adults and from NZD 12.5 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

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 on-site 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 all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels) guidelines.

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

What is the cancellation policy at BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch?

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 15 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch on 29 Jan 2026 start from AU$69.41, including 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.

Are there any beaches close to BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch?

The closest beach to BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch is Sumner Beach (10.2 km).

What makes BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch.

Does BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet breakfast is offered weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch?

No, BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch?

No, only service animals are allowed.

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 436 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 364 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 129 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1008 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Glenda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room service food was amazing and well priced. Breakfast was definitely not as good. Bathroom sink needed a good scrub
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy, great location, ideal for short stay ideal
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless, staff brilliant and food great. Also great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jackson

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great size for one person. Being 6”5’ it was a bit tight - the bed and shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Wesley

Liked: Cleanliness
Internet was super slow, toilet seats felt like sitting on a razor
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick, Auckland

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was awesome, many thanks to the front desk for fantastic location recommendations!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jock

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast very good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room nice and clean,Freindly Staff,Great Breakfast,highly recommend Would stay here again thanks Chris
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
quirky room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean affordable great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Housekeeping entered my room without warning in the mo
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Maria Pilar

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Small space. Shower pressure was good. Friendly staff. Cozy hotel restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms. But this is handy to the bus interchange and the CBD
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Clare

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous location, fabulous friendly and helpful staff. Room was as described. Will stay again when next in Christchurch.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jessee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay in the heart of Christchurch. Would recommend upgrading the wifi as 390 Kbps in 2025 is worse than having no internet
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Samar

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and great price
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bevan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Diana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was ok for the money and great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025