BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

Christchurch hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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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.
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Room service
  • Business center
  • 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
  • Elevator
$40 nightly
$46 total
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Showing 8 of 8 rooms
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | City view
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Wonderful
  • City view
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Premium Room, 1 King Bed | City view
Premium Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Premium Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Premium Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Wonderful
  • City view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | City view
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Excellent
  • City view
  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Standard Twin Room | City view
Standard Twin Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Twin Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Twin Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

Wonderful
  • City view
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
Double Room | City view
Double Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Double Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Double Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

Very good
  • City view
  • 108 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Family Double Room (City Urban) | City view
Family Double Room (City Urban) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Family Double Room (City Urban) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Family Double Room (City Urban) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Double Room (City Urban)

Very good
  • City view
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
Shower, hair dryer, towels
Double Interior Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Double Interior Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Double Interior Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Interior Room

Excellent
  • 108 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Family Room, Multiple Beds (City Urban) | City view
Family Room, Multiple Beds (City Urban) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Family Room, Multiple Beds (City Urban) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Family Room, Multiple Beds (City Urban) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Multiple Beds (City Urban)

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

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About the neighborhood

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
  • Isaac Theatre Royal - 5 min walk - 0.5 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
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Smash Palace - ‬3 min walk

About this property

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

Enjoy your visit to Christchurch with a stay at BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch. The restaurant is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after visiting the fitness center for a workout, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. The helpful staff and central location get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 263 rooms

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 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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

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

Parking

    • No onsite parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 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 center
  • 3 meeting rooms

Services

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

Facilities

  • Fitness center
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 59
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-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
  • Pillowtop mattress

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • 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 25.00 for adults and NZD 12.5 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 percent

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 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 to 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 onsite 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 onsite 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 onsite restaurant.

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

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch is a short 4-minute walk from Cathedral Square and 5 minutes' walk from New Regent Street. Travelers say the local area is very central perfect for shopping.

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BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as good, excellent, and amazing by multiple guests. (33 reviews)
  • The on-site restaurant and nearby dining options were convenient and offered a variety of choices. (11 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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

8/10 Very good

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

Clean and comfortable.
Patricia, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Very well priced stay in great location. Our room was one of the tiny internal doubles but completely fine for our two night stay.
Caroline, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff sre great and location is good, right near Riverside market and center of town
Kyle, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room courteous staff
Andreas, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

served its purposes perfectly
Tony, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Good location, close to transit hub, shopping and tourist areas. Restaurant had very few options for gluten-free, especially on the breakfast buffet. Staff were great.
Heather, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

very good place to stay will definitely go again
Fred, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice large bathroom, comfy bed and great location
Kevin, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Good location, rooms are reasonable sized. The furnishing is a bit old (eg no USB ports for charging) so you need to bring an adapter. Overall good value for money
Serene, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent, affordable accommodation in the heart of the Chch CBD area. The staff is top notch. Limited tele channels is the only con I can speak of.
Dennis, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Location for the City we were able to walk everywhere witn no need for taxis or the tram.
John, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Clean, quiet,pod style room without windows. Breakfast was good and the area around the hotel was convenient. Excellent staff , both at the desk and the house keeping crew.A wonderful housekeeping staff member literally took the room apart to help me find a lost item
William, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Interior room is very small but is good value for money and does the job. Gym is small but functional with dumbbells up to 20kg, and some cardio machines
Kyle, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Clean room in great location
Alex, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

No soundproofing in the walls and very noisy. Room was extremely small. Great location.
Brett, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very pleasant, cozy hotel in the centre of the city
Marian, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

great location, good breakfast, excellent staff.
Joseph, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

great location and friendly staff
John, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We needed a room for one night. Interior room was just perfect for that
Ari, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, clean room, comfortable bed, friendly staff!
Sheryl, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Room was spotless, staff brilliant and food great. Also great location.
David, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location, good size room and professional staff.
Angel, 1-night trip