Big Tree Lodge Methven
25 South Belt, Methven, 7730
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Why people book this hotel
“Very friendly, homely place which allowed our dogs and the staff were very frien…”
“THE STAFF WHERE AMAZING, had best time talking about life and sharing stories wo…”
“Beds comfy as hell Amazing host for the weekend”
“Towels provided, heater in the room, fire place in the living room, free parking…”
“It is a converted home and still feels like walking into a home”
“It's a 10-minute walk to the village, where there are three pubs”
“it was handy, friendly and clean”
“Quiet place with separate beds in the dorms rather than bunk beds, bathrooms are…”
Overview
Located in Methven, Big Tree Lodge Methven is a colonial villa and former vicarage, offering free Wi-Fi and free bicycle hire. Guests can prepare a meal in the shared kitchen or socialise in the shared lounge. Big Tree Lodge is a 3-minute drive from Methven Golf Course. It is a 40-minute drive from Mt Hutt Ski Resort and a 70-minute drive from Christchurch Airport. This budget-style accommodation offers rooms with free towels, linen and access to shared bathroom facilities. Some rooms feature heating, a kitchenette or a flat-screen TV with a DVD player. Guests can relax by the log fire in the shared lounge, offering a selection of books, games and DVDs. Other facilities include free secure ski storage, BBQ facilities and a guest laundry. Mountain and airport transfers can be arranged in advance.
Traveller reviews
Christine
couple
May 4, 2026
“Great stopover with our dogs”
Very friendly, homely place which allowed our dogs and the staff were very friendly and interested in our dogs. It is a converted home and still feels like walking into a home.
Fox
solo_traveller
March 17, 2026
“Great host”
Amber
extended_group
January 20, 2026
“SO MUCH FUN”
THE STAFF WHERE AMAZING, had best time talking about life and sharing stories would defintly come again
Herbert
couple
January 3, 2026
“All right for passing through”
There isn't much in Methven itself, but the lodge is conveniently located for passing through. It's a 10-minute walk to the village, where there are three pubs. The host is very friendly and helpful!
Guest
extended_group
November 29, 2025
“SO MUCH FUN”
THE STAFF WHERE AMAZING, had best time talking about life and sharing stories would defintly come again
Tom
extended_group
November 2, 2025
Beds comfy as hell Amazing host for the weekend
Turp
family_with_children
August 17, 2025
Good location, close to Mt Hutt
Jean
extended_group
March 19, 2025
“Our stay was very special as I met up with my school friend in Ashburton as she had flown down from the North Island . W”
It was quaint . Never before have I stayed in accomodation like this as an 80 year old woman and I enjoyed talking to the other guests and learning why they were in Methven.
Lynne & Garry
couple
February 26, 2025
“Short”
Good
Nic
family_with_children
February 19, 2025
“Great”
it was handy, friendly and clean.
Diana
extended_group
December 1, 2024
“Home stay feeling in Methven”
Great communication with the property- we arrived late, informing them in advance we're coming late at night and they were kind enough to accept us. No fuss over check in or check out procedures, pretty laid back. Towels provided, heater in the room, fire place in the living room, free parking place, laundry, plenty of dishes and utensils in the kitchen. In general it felt as if you were visiting someone at their home rather than a hostel/hotel, which was nice. The owner was very kind to provide information about places to see on our way. Thank you!
Renee
extended_group
November 18, 2024
“Locations good, basic accommodation.”
Good location, quiet, guy who runs it was very nice.
Kidd
couple
November 17, 2024
“Fine for our needs”
just what we needed for our 1 night stay, like the quirkiness of the place
Logan
solo_traveller
August 19, 2024
“Awesome place especially to meet some people to go snowboarding with, nice and social.”
Good place with relaxed Hostel vibes, warm fire with a super cozy lounge. Close to bars, restaurants and shops. Management were helpful and welcoming.
Anaïs
solo_traveller
February 17, 2024
“Nice backpacker's house”
I really like the backpackers life and the share room were really good there. Good location on the way to Christchurch.
Helen
solo_traveller
March 9, 2023
“Okay”
Quiet place with separate beds in the dorms rather than bunk beds, bathrooms are new and clean
Urban
extended_group
February 25, 2023
“Would not recommend.”
Cheap. Showers and toilets ok
Nicola
family_with_children
October 5, 2022
“Great”
it was handy, friendly and clean.
Tin
solo_traveller
October 1, 2022
I felt comfortable and I enjoyed my stay there. staff was nice and friendly, fire place in the kitchen and living room, free eggs. close to the mountains for skiing and hiking.
CHARLOTTE
couple
September 21, 2022
Cosy hostel and room. Located in a quiet area.
Facilities
Activities
Golf course (within 3 km), Skiing, Darts, Hiking, Movie nights, Live music/performance
Cleaning services
Laundry room
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Indoor fireplace, Bicycle parking, WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking throughout, Designated smoking area, Non-smoking rooms, Safety deposit box, Heating, Family rooms, Pets allowed
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
BBQ facilities, Garden, Outdoor furniture, Picnic area
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Key access, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available
Self check-in
Lockbox key collection at the property
Services
Pet bowls, Private check-in/check-out, Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Express check-in/check-out, Luggage storage
Ski
Ski storage
Double Room
This heated room features native wood furniture and a flat-screen TV with a DVD player. It has access to shared bathroom facilities.
Double Room with 1 Double Bed and 1 Bunk Bed
This heated room features native wooden furniture and a flat-screen TV with a DVD player. It has access to shared bathroom facilities.
Twin Room
This heated room features a flat-screen TV with a DVD player. It has access to shared bathroom facilities.
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