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Jailhouse Accommodation vs The George Christchurch

Both The George Christchurch and Jailhouse Accommodation are highly recommended by professional reviewers. Overall, The George Christchurch is the choice of most writers compared to Jailhouse Accommodation. The George Christchurch ranks #1 in Christchurch with accolades from 8 sources including Frommer's, Star Service and Rough Guide.

Jailhouse Accommodation
Jailhouse Accommodation
7 / 10
338 Lincoln Rd, Christchurch, New Zealand
From $16 /night
  • Free Internet
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
  • Laundy Room
  • Free Parking
  • Kitchenette
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Rough Guide 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 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 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
The George Christchurch
The George Christchurch
9 / 10
50 Park Terrace, Christchurch 8001, New Zealand
From $191 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Fodor's Fodor's
"This small luxury hotel's spacious, modern guest rooms have a crisp, monochromatic color scheme and the public areas are welcoming but intimate." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"The George is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World group, and its attention to detail is hard to fault." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The George has 53 handsomely decorated rooms and suites on the fringe of Christchurch’s sweeping Hagley Park. Discreet staff attend to every whim." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Boutique hotel with minimalist lithographs by local artist Ralph Holere and 53 light-filled rooms, overlooking Hagley Park.   ." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Opposite Hagley Park and a lovely willow-shaded stretch of the Avon River, 500 meters from the casino, this hotel lies a pleasant 10-minute walk northwest from Cathedral Square and the art gallery." Full review
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