Base Christchurch

WHY STAY AT BASE CHRISTCHURCH?
2008 WINNER Best Hostel in NZ - Golden backpack awards, Voted 3rd in Oceania (#1 in NZ) by hostelworld customers , 4star + Qualmark rated
To quote the Lonely Planet guidebook; Slick, upbeat and busy hostel pitching itself to young travellers out for a good, social time.
Spend some time staying with us and you will understand why base is the place where the coolest and funkiest people in Christchurch hang out.

Location
 Base is situated in the heart of Christchurch on Cathedral Square
 We are minutes walk from everywhere packed with cafes, bars and boutiques
 Close to Cathedral, Museum, Arts Centre and Tramway Tours

Cleanliness
 We are committed to being the cleanest hostel in Christchurch
 Our housekeeping team are permanent and professional staff who care about what they do
 All dorms and ensuite bathrooms are cleaned daily and beds made with fresh linen

Safety
 Reception is staffed 24 hours per day
 All rooms have security card access keys
 All beds have their own lockable luggage locker and safes are available to hire
 Exclusive to Base is The Sanctuary, an innovative & luxurious 'girls only' floor with high quality facilities, safety and home comforts

Fun
 Our staff are young, helpful and friendly, as well as knowledgeable on what to do in and around Christchurch
 We make it easy to meet other cool travelers, with small dorm sizes, a selection of chill out areas, and a variety of group activities on offer
 Saints and Sinners Bar is Christchurch's No 1 backpackers bar, with great interactive entertainment and drink specials every night
 Some of our great entertainment nights include live bands, DJ's, or Base Idol Karaoke and often free champagne for the ladies

Convenience
 We have all the facilities you need - an internet café, full travel desk, a great bar, BBQ area, laundry, public phones and more
 It is less than a 5 minute walk to the supermarkets, convenience stores, banks and the post office
 Bus to airport and beyond leave from outside our door
Parking (charges apply) or unsecured available, both only 3-5 minutes walk away

Directions

GETTING TO BASE CHRISTCHURCH

City Flyer Bus
This departs from outside the International Arrivals Terminal. Operation times are 6:35 to 23:35 Monday to Friday, and 8:05 - 23:05 Saturday and Sunday. It arrives in Cathedral Square approx 150m from the hostel. The cost is NZD $7 per person

Shuttle Bus
They are parked at the front of the arrivals terminal. The cost is NZD $14 per person and will drp you at the door


Taxi
Also parked at the front of the arrivals terminal. The cost ranges between NZD $25 and $35.

Facilities

Internet Access, Airport Pick Up, Wheelchair Friendly, Linen Included, Bar, Towels, Security Lockers, Luggage Storage, Guest Kitchen, Telephone/Fax Facilities, 24 hour reception, Travel Desk/Travel Info, Key Card Access, Bureau de Change, Common Room, Lift / Elevator, Bike Parking, BBQ Area, WiFi in lobby, Web access in lobby, Web access in Room, WiFi in room, Breakfast