Title: Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel Travelers gather around the billiards table for friendly competition before heading out to explore the lush landscapes of nearby Hagley Park ## Photo gallery for Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel ![Interior - Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel (Christchurch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3883900/3883823/ce856b97.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel (Christchurch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3883900/3883823/025d364e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area - Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel (Christchurch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3883900/3883823/24e4a0c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Breakfast area - Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel (Christchurch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3883900/3883823/de7b6345.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel (Christchurch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3883900/3883823/828f1709.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel blends historical charm with playful energy. Guests can enjoy coffee, billiards, or explore Hagley Park, Orangetheory Stadium, and The Court Theatre. Practical amenities include in-room WiFi and luggage storage for a hassle-free stay. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Business services - Laundry room £47 includes taxes & fees 26 Jan - 27 Jan ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 22 - Jan 23](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23&selected=3883823&PinnedHotelID=3883823&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23&selected=3883823&PinnedHotelID=3883823&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 23 - Jan 24](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24&selected=3883823&PinnedHotelID=3883823&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24&selected=3883823&PinnedHotelID=3883823&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 23 - Jan 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=3883823&PinnedHotelID=3883823&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=3883823&PinnedHotelID=3883823&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 30 - Feb 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=3883823&PinnedHotelID=3883823&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=3883823&PinnedHotelID=3883823&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 7 of 7 rooms ### View all photos for Double Room, Shared Bathroom ![Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3883900/3883823/1db99ac7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Shared Bathroom 8.0 Very good 2 reviews ### Highlights Heating Connecting rooms available Blackout curtains - 86 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Twin Bunk, Shared Bathroom ![Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3883900/3883823/47c7e11b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Bunk, Shared Bathroom 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Heating Connecting rooms available Blackout curtains - 86 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Single Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Single Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room ![Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3883900/3883823/b4a73ec9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Heating Connecting rooms available Blackout curtains - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room ![Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3883900/3883823/b4a73ec9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Heating Connecting rooms available Blackout curtains - 161 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room ![Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3883900/3883823/47c7e11b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room ### Highlights Heating Connecting rooms available Blackout curtains - 86 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Economy Single Room ![Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3883900/3883823/909c2739.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Economy Single Room 9.0 Wonderful 4 reviews ### Highlights Heating Connecting rooms available Blackout curtains - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Economy Twin Room, Shared Bathroom ![Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3883900/3883823/ea97575f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Economy Twin Room, Shared Bathroom 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Heating Connecting rooms available Blackout curtains - 71 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FChristchurch-Hotels-Jailhouse-Accommodation-Hostel.h3883823.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FChristchurch-Hotels-Jailhouse-Accommodation-Hostel.h3883823.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Addington, a neighbourhood in Christchurch, Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel is in the entertainment district and near a train station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hagley Park and Hagley Cricket Oval, while The Court Theatre and Canterbury Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Make time for Christchurch Botanic Gardens, or enjoy an event or a match at Apollo Projects Stadium. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including skiing. [Visit our Christchurch travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch.dx179996) [View more Hostels in Christchurch](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hostels.d179996-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-43.54324%2C172.61397&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=3WjuIlQgb1wa9-ticDfpq8REgcc=) 338 Lincoln Road, Addington, Christchurch, 8024 ### What's nearby - ![Botanic Gardens in Christchurch City](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/828/6dae6320-1789-442c-8573-4c37b5bfcee0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Hagley Park 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - The Court Theatre 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Apollo Projects Stadium 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Addington Raceway 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Wolfbrook Arena 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles ### Getting around - Christchurch Railway Station 19 min walk - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) 13 min drive ### Restaurants - Maxine's Palace 4 min walk - Speight's Ale House Tower Junction 15 min walk - Celtic Arms 14 min walk - Oddfellows Cafe 11 min walk - Little Merchants 3 min walk ## About this property ### Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel Historic family-friendly hostel near Hagley Park Located close to The Court Theatre and Apollo Projects Stadium, Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel provides a coffee shop/cafe, an arcade/games room and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 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Billiards/pool table ### Family friendly - Arcade/game room - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Vending machine ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - No housekeeping service - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Computer station ### Outdoors - Picnic area ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Grab bar near toilet - No lift - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) ### More - 1 building - 2 floors - Built in 1874 - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Hair dryer (on request) - Shower - Towels provided ### More - Connecting rooms available - Free local calls - Heating - Shared accommodation ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime Express check-in available Minimum check-in age - 16 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments There is no front desk at this property Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Private entrance, smart lock ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: NZD 25.00 per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts major credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property This property requires advance payment for late arrivals for bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking. If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation Alcohol is not served at this property ### National rating Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services. ### Property is also known as Jailhouse Accommodation Jailhouse Accommodation Christchurch Jailhouse Accommodation Hostel Jailhouse Accommodation Hostel Christchurch Jailhouse Hotel Christchurch Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel Christchurch Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel? ### How much is parking at Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel? ### What time is check-in at Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel? ### What time is check-out at Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel? ### Where is Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 7.8 Location ### 8.8 Staff & service ### 8.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 175 8 - Good 138 6 - Okay 28 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 3 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary 18 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean and helpful staff ##### Mary Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anthony 27 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Safe, comfortable place to stay, thank you. ##### Anthony Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### T G A Buma 20 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service No Towelss. Isn’t that hospitality 101??? Otherwise a comfortable stay. 👍 ##### T G A Buma Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Gerard 22 May 2025 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities Great central location. The history of the building certainly adds fun to the stay, and the humorous touches that play on that history is cool. The security and keyless system works really well making the place feel very safe. ##### Gerard Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne 8 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Loved staying in this jail. Clean, friendly staff, lovely atmosphere. Hot shower, comfortable clean bed. ##### Anne Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joseph 21 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Unique historic building. Enjoyed our quick overnight stay. ##### Joseph Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin 30 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A quirky place to stay What a quirky place to stay. Great facilities and all the amenities you need. A lovely find. Highly recommended ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4996BBE04729B2DB56A93486F0C56F53370D28871738216783943.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3F210A84112AA15DC65CA21850C03EED43CD88241738216784892.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/FF357F8108922E44BA3A14B000844637BFA43BF81738216781787.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5E148BCEDB69BF7F248249F5A3578398361C78021738216784747.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Kevin Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Ethan 26 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The jailhouse accomodation is a good budget hotel. It had what i needed for a goodnights rest and to charge my devices. ##### Ethan Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tomas 23 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The hostel is very confortable and clean ##### Tomas Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynne 2 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### JAILHOUSE rocks! Great re-use of a historic building. Light and airy.. no drink rule, nice and quiet with communcal jigsaws. Easy 20 min walk into town and park nearby. Lots of places to eat too. ##### Lynne Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elise 8 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Really cool place with lots of history and friendly staff. This has been an experience for life, and I will recommend this place to everyone that are going to New Zealand! ##### Elise Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### nozomi 19 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean and quiet. Very comfortable for the price. ##### nozomi Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Eric 22 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Jailhouse Very original, staying in an old jail is an experience. Everything is clean and staff were very nice and helpful. Kitchens were very well furnished to make your own meals. I recommend. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/181C39F3A9E03366E6C44D44C31486A714BB2C5B1742609132911.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/A8AAFEE3027087040E93384108A7F5562A9E0D291742609133308.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Eric Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Uwe 22 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities I always wanted to get a feeling of what the inside of a prison looks like - well only kind of since this one has a pool table and TV room and you come and go as you like, very friendly staff, right next to Hagley Park. ##### Uwe Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Francesca 16 Feb 2025 Loved our quick stay and plan to return when we come back through Christchurch. Walls of the rooms were super thick being a former jail so we slept well, bathrooms were clean and staff were very helpful - especially when we called asking after a lost item which they found and have saved for us. Many thanks! ##### Francesca Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Liya 8 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Clean, Comfortable & Affordable One of the cleanest, most comfortable-yet-affordable places I've ever stayed. Extremely friendly staff, and the room was small but very tidy and comfortable. Highly recommend. ##### Liya Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ruth 26 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It is a beautifully presented place to stay - I especially enjoyed the quiet area, which guaranteed a good nights sleep, the VERY clean bathrooms, comfy beds, cats to pat, and the only vending machine I have ever used that has all the products at reasonable prices. My grandson, 13, loved the whole place and wanted to stay for longer. Absolutely marvellous. ##### Ruth Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Fred 15 Nov 2023 Liked: Property conditions & facilities For a person on a budget that likes to meet people it was nice. Would recommend it for a convenient stay as it’s $4 on the #7 bus from town and if you are smart with the interchange that will get you to/from the airport ##### Fred Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Steven 27 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### No Frills / Great price / location for AM Flights Interesting short stay in Pod style accommodation. Fantastic location for early morning flights out of Christchurch INT Airport. Take your own food as limited availability in vending machine only. Airport grub or fast-food an option 10mins away. ##### Steven Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Virginia 1 Apr 2024 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Glss tables ae noising a a surface. Otherwise good spot to stay ##### Virginia Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elliott 10 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A very novel experience, something you must try! Loved staying here, not only was it great value for money - but it was also a fantastic experience. Staying in a jail, with your own cell was really fun. This is a hostel / accommodation so don’t expect anything fancy, it’s basic but it’s very clean and tidy. The other inmates were all friendly that I bumped in too, and there was a great atmosphere about the place. I would definitely stay here again, it’s just a great experience! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/64900F07F0B016C57172CB73CB2DBBAD6E27C9D01739172463999.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/8050C06FAE41ADA19085F07539F97E18104659CD1739172467914.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/28ADF3CD1BDB86806DB5256857D65066D6FEB7EF1739172471195.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5BCB7DDF6514D91F7630F30FCD10C032F70EE0721739172494142.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Elliott Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### T G A Buma 17 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice Stay!!! Great place to stay. Parking is a problem if you’re late in. One mess up was that Key Code instructions did not arrive until after we had already checked out the following day. Possibly because of a late/last minute booking. Staff were able to resolve this problem via a phone call. So no problem. ##### T G A Buma Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Joel 1 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Pretty cool to stay at a place that was a jail. I liked the cats there and the bed was fine. Not much privacy though and the upstairs men's bathroom only had one toilet . Good deal though. Where else can you stay at a place that used to be a jail ? ##### Joel Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lily 7 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The kitchen was nice in this property and the spaces to hang out within the building were very comfortable. I really liked the signs explaining the history of the building and the commitment to the prison bit! (cute cat lives outside as a bonus) ##### Lily Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robyn 20 Feb 2024 Unique helpful clean ##### Robyn Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [SONGBIRD OF THE MOUNTAIN! 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