Foley TowersvsJailhouse Accommodation
Both Foley Towers and Jailhouse Accommodation are rated highly by professional travelers. Overall, Jailhouse Accommodation scores significantly better than Foley Towers. Jailhouse Accommodation scores 81 with positive reviews from 3 reviewers like Lonely Planet, Fodor's and Rough Guide.
Foley Towers
208 Kilmore St, Christchurch, New Zealand
From $18/night
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Free Parking
Rough Guide
"A Christchurch
backpacking original from the mid-1980s, built
around a couple of old houses that manages to
maintain an intimate feel thanks to attentive staff,
attractive gardens and..."
Lonely Planet
"Provides well-maintained rooms encircling quiet inner courtyards and a friendly welcome in dorms warmed by underfloor heating. Check-in after 9pm is available only by arrangement." Full review
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