As Christchurch commemorates the fifth anniversary of the September 2010 earthquakes today, a sign of resurgence was symbolised with the official opening of the city's largest hotel - the 264-room BreakFree on Cashel.
 
The $30m project - which also sees the hotel reach a Grade A seismic rating - embraces the city's history with the interior showcasing recycled timber salvaged from Christchurch buildings demolished following the earthquakes, including timber from the old stands at the iconic Lancaster Park sports stadium.

Guests are welcomed with modern design elements as soon as they enter the spacious lobby from Cashel Street that serves as a combined reception, lounge, bar and restaurant.  The hub of the hotel, it's a space where guests can connect with colleagues and friends via free wi-fi*.
 
The hotel incorporates some of the latest smart technology including high-definition and interactive digital entertainment systems enabling guests to mirror their smart phone on the TV screen via the Smartview App for social media interaction as well as music and videos through iTunes, YouTube or Netflix.  Complimentary wireless key boards are available for loan from reception.
 
Hotel facilities include unique 'pod style rooms' as well as the addition of high quality traditional hotel rooms located on the top floor executive level.  There is a contemporary interactive Café/Restaurant and Bar; breakfast room, guest lounge; conference room catering for up to 80 people and 2 boardroom style meeting spaces with capacity for 20 people; 24-hour reception; internet kiosk; guest laundry and onsite parking.

Mantra Group also manages the award-winning Peppers Clearwater Resort situated 7 km from the centre of Christchurch.  BreakFree on Cashel brings the total number of Mantra Group hotels in New Zealand to 11 but this is the very first traditional hotel concept under the BreakFree brand.

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