BreakFree on Cashel, an Accor Hotel

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Scored 7.8
Rated good

Excellent location!

9.4

Property highlights

About this property

Valuable urban accommodation is yours for the taking at BreakFree on Cashel, an Accor Hotel. Offering sleek, city stylings downstairs in Café & Bar 165 and conferencing spaces suited for any event, this central Christchurch venue offers it all for great value! Your rooms serve as innovative space savers, perfect for a short-term stay. Offering comfortable beds, bright colors, and vibrant décor, the rooms at BreakFree on Cashel, an Accor Hotel deliver a fun experience all their own. There is a small workout room with equipment onsite for you to squeeze in a gym session, and a lounge downstairs to meet with your friends before heading out in town. Speaking of town, we are on a tram line and in the heart of the Christchurch CBD. With entertainment, shopping, and dining all just a hop, skip, and jump away, BreakFree on Cashel, an Accor Hotel serves as the perfect base for your next New Zealand city escape.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Free cot available on request
BreakFree
Hotel chain/brand

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Buffet

  • Private parking available

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

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Guests who stayed here loved

Michelle
Australia Australia
“Fantastic central location, quiet, friendly staff, great wifi”
Boudewyn
New Zealand New Zealand
“The Rooms are quite basic, but that is reflected in the price. They did have everything I needed. As for the location, it's fantastic. Close to Pubs, Shops and right in the heart of the CBD. The New Stadium is a 5 minute walk. Excellent...”
Maximo
New Zealand New Zealand
“Right from the moment I walked in, the custom scent of the hotel lobby was a very nice, welcoming touch. This attention to detail continued throughout the stay, including the lovely scent of the in-room toiletries. Beyond the sensory touches, the...”
Sarah
New Zealand New Zealand
“Location was amazing. Clean and tidy room. Although it was small, it had everything a person would need in a well organised space. Comfy bed and pillows.”
Jean
New Zealand New Zealand
“Central location, exceptional staff, friendly and they remember who we are, restaurant also great, tasty and good ball for money xx”
Enas
New Zealand New Zealand
“Great rooms, clean and tidy with all the amenities listed. Great location, easy to walk around. Staff were pleasant, check in and out was very easy.”
Rowan
Australia Australia
“It was very comfortable for a solo traveller. Its been about time that hotel accommodated solo travellers. The staff was very helpful and it was good to have human reaction on your needs.”
Neil
New Zealand New Zealand
“Great location and affordable. Something different from your average hotel room.”
Melanie
New Zealand New Zealand
“Super central which was awesome. Room was perfect for a solo traveller.”
Catherine
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Close to the bus terminal, the room was small, cosy and clean. Breakfast was included from 630am so perfect for an early start.”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Cafe 165
  • Cuisine
    Local
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Modern
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

BreakFree on Cashel, an Accor Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of NZD 200 is required on arrival. That's about US$113. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercard Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with a credit card.

Please note that accommodation will not be serviced for the duration of your stay.

Complimentary 2TB of internet access is provided for up to 4 devices per stay.

Please note that the Interior Double Room doesn't have windows.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

A damage deposit of NZD 200 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.