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.
Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Laundry facilities
Pet friendly
Free parking
Free WiFi
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
The current price is P4,203
P4,203
P4,833 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Room options
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Showing 7 of 7 rooms
View all photos for Private Room - 5 Beds
Private Room - 5 Beds
Highlights
Heating
Renovated in 2015
Down duvet
Shared/communal kitchen
18 sq m
Sleeps 5
5 Twin Beds
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Double + Single Bunks
Highlights
Heating
LCD TV
Renovated in 2016
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
12 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
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Double Room
Highlights
Heating
LCD TV
Renovated in 2016
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
8 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Private 4 Singles)
Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Private 4 Singles)
Highlights
Heating
Renovated in 2015
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
15 sq m
Sleeps 4
4 Twin Beds
View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Twin Room)
Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Twin Room)
Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 82 min drive
Restaurants
The Dubliner - 6 min walk
Primo E Secundo - 6 min walk
The Brown Pub - 8 min walk
Thai Chilli Methven - Restaurant - 7 min walk
Craft @ Arabica - 5 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.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English
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.
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
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
7.0/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
August 24, 2024
Great atmosphere
Liam
Liam, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
September 16, 2022
Essentially a shared home made over into a hostel. Very convenient, and friendly management.
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
April 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
Christine, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
July 16, 2023
L'ambiance avec les jeunes
Alexandre
Alexandre, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
October 2, 2021
Good night!
Short and sweet, warm and cosy
henrik
henrik, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
March 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
arlette, 3-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
August 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
Steve, 4-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
August 6, 2017
Recommended!!! Will come again
Nice and cosy lodge, good communication, thanks for the arrangement with my late check-in =)
Zyrus
Zyrus, 1-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
July 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!
Verified traveler
2-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Very good
August 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 :)
Verified traveler
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
6/10 Good
July 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.
Lynnie
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
6/10 Good
March 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.
Verified traveler
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
September 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
Florian
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
July 20, 2015
Nice homely place to stay
Very helpful, if u forget some things they try to help u out, very homely and warm
A C
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
January 13, 2015
Leo
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
December 6, 2014
supasit
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
March 29, 2014
Colin
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
September 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.