BreakFree on Cashel is an apartment-style hotel on Cashel Street, one of the central city streets that runs through the heart of the rebuilt downtown. The BreakFree brand offers studios and apartments with kitchen facilities, so the hotel works well for visitors who want more room and more flexibility than a standard hotel room offers. Cashel Street puts you close to the central shopping and dining area, the Christchurch Tram, the Riverside Market and the Avon River. It is a mid-range, practical stay for couples, families and small groups who will spend most of the day out exploring. Check the current room types and facilities when you book.
Location and getting around
Cashel Street is part of the walkable core of Christchurch, and it is a street many visitors cross several times a day without noticing. From the hotel you can reach the Riverside Market, the Christchurch Tram stops, Quake City and the Canterbury Earthquake National Memorial on foot, and the Botanic Gardens and Hagley Park are a gentle walk beyond.
Cafes, restaurants and bars are spread through the neighbouring streets, so you can eat well without a car. For day trips such as Akaroa or the Waipara wine area, tour operators typically pick up from central hotels or nearby stops, which makes this location convenient.
Walking back after dinner is easy because the streets stay busy and well lit through the early evening.The rooms and the feel: expect studios and apartments with a kitchen or kitchenette, a living space and an ensuite bathroom. The style is modern and straightforward, with a focus on practicality. A kitchen is useful for breakfast, for snacks and for the occasional dinner at home after a long day, and it can lower the cost of a longer stay.
Room sizes and bed configurations vary between categories, so check which type sleeps your group comfortably. If you are sensitive to street noise, ask for a room away from the busier side of the building when you book.Who it suits and what to know: the hotel suits couples, families and small groups who want the independence of an apartment in the middle of the city. It is less suited to travellers who want a restaurant, spa or large lobby in the building.
Services, parking and facilities can differ from a standard hotel, so check when you book. Because it is central, it is also a useful choice for a short stay before or after a flight, or before an early tour. Rates vary by season, school holidays and event dates, so compare a few central options and book early for the busiest summer weeks.
Why stay here
- ✓Apartment-style rooms
- ✓Kitchen or kitchenette
- ✓Central Cashel Street location
- ✓Walk to the tram and market
- ✓Cafes and dining nearby
- ✓Studios and larger apartments
- ✓Wi-Fi available
- ✓Check parking when you book
Good questions
Where is BreakFree on Cashel?+
It is on Cashel Street in the middle of the central city, close to the tram, the Riverside Market and the shopping and dining streets.
Are there kitchen facilities?+
The BreakFree brand is known for apartment-style rooms with kitchen facilities. Check the room type you want when you book.
Is it a good base for day trips?+
Yes, tour operators usually collect from central hotels or nearby stops. Confirm the pickup point when you book.
