What makes it 48% Baby-Friendly: Infants stay free in parents’ bed and the kitchen warms bottles, yet absence of cots, changing tables, nursing rooms, and tight cell space makes stays inconvenient for carers.
Note: Jailhouse Accommodation is 48% Baby-Friendly. You may want to consider other Baby-Friendly Things to Do in Christchurch for a more suitable experience.
Why 1-2 days visit duration is ideal for with baby: Allows time to settle in, explore nearby parks and maintain baby routines.
Confirm infant sleeping:
Bring a portable cot as the hostel does not supply cots.
Tip: Email or call ahead to reserve space for your cot.
Use the communal kitchen:
Heat bottles and prepare snacks in the shared kitchen.
Tip: Visit during off-peak hours to avoid crowds.
Relax in the common lounge:
Enjoy free WiFi, Netflix and Disney+ in the game room lounge.
Tip: Play soft shows or calming music to soothe your baby.
Stroller-friendly park walks:
Stroll the flat, paved Little Hagley Park Walk or Botanic Gardens.
Tip: Follow the 1 km loop by the Avon River for smooth walking.

Rich Bell
Fantastic hostel! Has lots of character, very clean, good facilities and beds were comfortable. The app based key locks worked very well. As the rooms are former cells you don't get much room but it adds to the experience! The No 7 bus stops about 300m away and is a short ride from the city centre.
Justine Lapert
We had a great stay at Jailhouse Accommodation in Christchurch. The staff were kind, helpful, and friendly. It’s honestly one of the cleanest hostel I’ve ever stayed in. The common areas were spacious, practical, really comfortable to use and not too busy. Everything went smoothly, and the two cats at the entrance were such a lovely bonus! We loved the fun cat-themed touches around the place. High...
Piet
The accommodation was fantastic! I stayed here for 2.5 months and it was a really good stay. The hostel is clean, the staff is nice and the prison theme is really cool. If you want a special hostel experience, this should be your choice in Christchurch.
Greta Divander
Quite a long walk from the city, but if you don’t have anything against that I would recommend it! Nice kitchen and common areas, and the room’s are clean. Most of the staff stayed at the hostel as well, so we got the feeling that they were a had become a big friend group who were a little bit hard to talk to. Other than that it was a nice hostel for a good price!
maxime van strijp
Really friendly staff! Such a cool and unique experience staying in a former jailhouse. It’s a bit outside the city center, but there are a few places to eat nearby. The kitchen is well-equipped, and the bathrooms are clean. There are two TV rooms, and you can also do your laundry here. I’d definitely recommend staying!
In spring and summer, enjoy blooming flowers on stroller paths. In autumn, park leaves add colour to walks. In winter, pack layers as common areas can feel chilly.
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| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Family private room per night | NZD 92 |
| Towel hire | NZD 4 |
| Laundry load | NZD 5 |
| Total Estimated | NZD 101 |
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