Jailhouse AccommodationvsAnselm House
Both properties are rated very highly by professional reviewers. On balance, Jailhouse Accommodation is the choice of most writers compared to Anselm House. Jailhouse Accommodation comes in at #3 in Christchurch with approval from 3 sources such as Rough Guide, Lonely Planet and Fodor's.
Jailhouse Accommodation
338 Lincoln Rd, Christchurch, New Zealand
From $16/night
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Free Parking
- Kitchenette
Rough Guide
"A jail as recently as 1999, this Victorian Gothic prison has been imaginatively turned into an atmospheric hostel with mostly double and twin-bunk rooms... Located almost 2km southwest of the Square."
Fodor's
"Its email address is [email protected], and certainly staying in an historic jail has a novelty factor, but this offers much more than that." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Twins and doubles are a bit on the small side... but it’s still an exceptionally well run and friendly spot. The surrounding Addington area has good cafes, restaurants and entertainment venues." Full review
Anselm House
34 Kahu Road, Fendalton, Christchurch 8041, New Zealand
From $0/night
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Free Parking
- Dry Cleaning
Lonely Planet
"When we visited, post-earthquake repairs were continuing on this architecturally interesting home, but guests were still able to stay in the blissful 'river room', gazing over the gurgling Avon."