Big Tree Lodge Methven - Hostel

Colonial hostel in Methven

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Dates

October 2025

25

November 2025

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

$48 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Tomorrow

Oct 26 - Oct 27

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 7 of 7 rooms

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

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

Highlights

Heating

LCD TV

Renovated in 2016

Separate bedroom

Premium bedding

Ceiling fan

Down duvet

Shared/communal kitchen

9 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

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

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

Private Room - 5 Beds

Highlights

Heating

Renovated in 2015

Down duvet

Shared/communal kitchen

18 sq m
Sleeps 5
5 Twin Beds

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Heating

Renovated in 2015

Down duvet

Shared/communal kitchen

15 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

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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$87 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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About the neighborhood

25 South Belt, Methven, 7730

What's nearby

Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
Rakaia Gorge - 14 min drive - 15.1 km
Rakaia Gorge Walkway - 16 min drive - 22.7 km
Ashburton Domain - 28 min drive - 38.9 km
Lake Hood - 46 min drive - 50.8 km

Getting around

Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

‪Blue Pub - ‬8 min walk
‪AQUA Japanese Restaurant & Takeaways - ‬6 min walk
‪The Brown Pub - ‬8 min walk
‪Cafe 131 - ‬7 min walk
‪Station Coffee - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Big Tree Lodge Methven - Hostel

When visiting Methven, Big Tree Lodge Methven - Hostel is a great choice to consider. 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

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

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

8/10 Very good

Jan 12, 2025

The views

Emma, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 22, 2017

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

Sep 16, 2022

Essentially a shared home made over into a hostel. Very convenient, and friendly management.

Paul, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Apr 21, 2024

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

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 24, 2024

Great atmosphere

Liam, 6-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jul 16, 2023

L'ambiance avec les jeunes

Alexandre, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Oct 2, 2021

Good night!

Short and sweet, warm and cosy

henrik, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mar 2, 2019

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

Aug 22, 2017

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

Aug 6, 2017

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

Aug 12, 2016

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

Jul 31, 2016

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

Mar 14, 2016

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

Dec 20, 2015

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

Sep 20, 2015

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

Sep 1, 2015

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

Jul 20, 2015

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

Jan 13, 2015

10/10 Exceptional

Dec 6, 2014

10/10 Exceptional

Mar 29, 2014

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 30, 2013

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.