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Big Tree Lodge Methven - Hostel

Colonial hostel in Methven

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Thu, Dec 11
Mon, Dec 15
December 2025
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January 2026
Escape to Big Tree Lodge Methven - Hostel, where rustic charm and modern comforts meet. Relax in the garden, catch up on some reading in the library, or stay connected with free WiFi. Previous guests loved staying here.
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking

Main amenities (9)

  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (5)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Free self parking
CA $58
CA $67 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9

Room options

Showing 7 of 7 rooms
Shower, towels
Down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets
Down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets
Down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Private 4 Singles)

Highlights

Heating
Renovated in 2015
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
Shower, towels
Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Twin Room)
Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Twin Room)
Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Twin Room)

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Twin Room)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Renovated in 2016
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
Shower, towels
Double Room
Double Room | Room amenity
Shower, towels

Double Room

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Renovated in 2016
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Shower, towels
Double + Single Bunks
Double + Single Bunks
Double + Single Bunks

Double + Single Bunks

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Renovated in 2016
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
Shower, towels
Down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets
Down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets
Down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Room - 5 Beds

Highlights

Heating
Renovated in 2015
Down duvet
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Beds
Shower, towels
Down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets
Down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets
Down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Renovated in 2015
Down duvet
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
Shower, towels
Down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets
Down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets
Down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 5 Beds Mixed Dorm Room

Highlights

Heating
Down duvet
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Map
25 South Belt, Methven, 7730

What's nearby

  • Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Rakaia Gorge - 11 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Ashburton Domain - 22 min drive - 38.9 km
  • Lake Hood - 39 min drive - 50.8 km
  • Mount Hutt Skifield - 40 min drive - 32.4 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Pub - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪AQUA Japanese Restaurant & Takeaways - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Primo E Secundo - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Green Parrot Bar & Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Patrons Bar & Restaurant - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Big Tree Lodge Methven - Hostel

Big Tree Lodge Methven - Hostel is a great choice for a stay in Methven. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Other highlights at this Colonial hostel include a terrace and a garden.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 7 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets stay free (dogs and cats only, 1 total, up to 55 lbs per pet)
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Food and water bowls available

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
    • No alcohol served onsite
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Skiing nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1905
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Colonial architecture

Room amenities

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Fees & policies

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Big Tree Lodge Methven Hostel
Big Tree Lodge Hostel
Big Tree Methven
Big Tree Lodge Methven - Hostel Methven
Big Tree Lodge Methven - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does Big Tree Lodge Methven - Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Big Tree Lodge Methven - Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Big Tree Lodge Methven - Hostel?

Yes, cats and dogs stay free, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 55 lbs per pet. Food and water bowls are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Big Tree Lodge Methven - Hostel?

Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Big Tree Lodge Methven - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Big Tree Lodge Methven - Hostel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby winter activities like skiing. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around Big Tree Lodge Methven - Hostel like?

Big Tree Lodge Methven - Hostel is a short 20-minute walk from Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa and 17 minutes' walk from Methven Golf Course.

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Big Tree Lodge Methven - Hostel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.4

Staff & service

7.6

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Exceptional

Great atmosphere
Liam, 6-night trip

8/10 Very good

The views
Emma, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cosy and friendly

The lodge itself is cosy and well heated. Beds were comfortable and kitchen and bathrooms clean and easily accessible. The owner was friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay here again!
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Essentially a shared home made over into a hostel. Very convenient, and friendly management.
Paul, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

I tried several times to contact the property manager at least 24 hours prior to arriving so we knew how to book in as it is unmanned. Absolutely no response to multiple attempts at phoning. When we got to the property there was a hand written note on the door with room number and keys were in the door. Room nothing like the photos. Beds were terrible. Will not be staying again.
Christine, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

L'ambiance avec les jeunes
Alexandre, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good night!

Short and sweet, warm and cosy
henrik, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

we had goods walks around that small town

no public transport to get methven but shuttle to go strait to christchurch airport
arlette, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic aura

Friendly host nice fireplace terrific vibe sociable guests,good location for transport and shops Felt like home from home,great conversation and rooms were very comfortable will definitely stay again
Steve, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Recommended!!! Will come again

Nice and cosy lodge, good communication, thanks for the arrangement with my late check-in =)
Zyrus, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We stayed there for 1 night on the road to Christchurch. The staff we could have a late check out because of the snow. Nice and warm plece :)

6/10 Good

Location was ok

Unfortunately one of our rooms had been newly painted, definitely not pleasant and I think they should have warned us about this when I first made the booking a month prior. No excuses, they should have let me know. That was very disappointing.

6/10 Good

Convenient to ski fields and CHC airport

We spent one night and found the room to be overcrowded with stuff not useful to us--eg we needed more room for packing and sorting than for large screen, electronic stuff etc. Staff were a little too chatty, but having said that, the small studio was clean, the owners very pleasant.

8/10 Very good

很奇妙的感覺

大樹的老闆很熱情!也非常喜歡東方文化解說的很仔細! 因為我們去玩的月份不是正好滑雪的時間點!意外住到一棟房子只有我們的一晚很好唷!

10/10 Exceptional

Nice Holidays

We booked a twin room which was very clean and thebeds were warm and comfy ! In the living room was always a warm fire , movies on the PlayStation and games to play ! I enjoyed my staying at big tree lodge and I'll come back! Thanks to the hosts Lee, Heather and Roger , it was nice to meet you

10/10 Exceptional

マウントハッタスキー拠点の宿

ニュージーランドへのスキーは初めてだったが，マウントハッタへのシャトルバスの停留所前かつ，社会的評価が良かったので，宿泊してみた．宿は清潔に保たれていて，暖炉もあり，スキー以外は暖炉前で映画を見ながらくつろいでいた．スーパーマーケットや，バー等は徒歩5分程度の場所にあり，便利な立地だった．

10/10 Exceptional

Nice homely place to stay

Very helpful, if u forget some things they try to help u out, very homely and warm

10/10 Exceptional

Facilities: Home away from home; Value: Affordable; Service: Professional; Cleanliness: Spotless; Only suggestion would be an information pack for the main lodge would be good especially re the DVD's etc. If there was one we didn't see it.

10/10 Exceptional

Cassiel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

10/10 Exceptional

10/10 Exceptional