Located 13 km from Mount Hutt, Snow Denn Lodge provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. After a day of hiking, skiing or cycling, guests can relax in the garden or in the shared lounge area. Mt. Hutt is 26 km from the lodge. The nearest airport is Christchurch International Airport, 88 km from Snow Denn Lodge.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
2 bunk beds
and
1 large double bed
1 bunk bed
and
1 large double bed
1 double bed
and
1 bunk bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
9.6
High score for Methven
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Fale'ofa
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The location is excellent and facilities very clean and beds comfortable. The lounge was very homely and cozy.
  • Sook
    Singapore Singapore
    Clean beds, great clean kitchen and dinning area with a view.
  • David
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Very nice clean warm quiet hostel. in central methven. Good common areas. Full kitchen facilities include microwave and normal ovens and hotplates.
  • Czajka
    Australia Australia
    There before will go again and the pubs are very close I can walk home you
  • Carl
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Very friendly people staying there and the staff, great location, well equipped, comfy bed, and close to Mt Hutt. I was in the kitchen and all 12-15 of us were from the North Island due to lack of snow on Mt Ruapehu and all down South for a week...
  • Cecilia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    good location, tidy kitchen. the dryer room for ski equipment is very much in need.
  • Caleb
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Staff where very very helpful! We had an issue come up on our end with our stay, and they were very quick to help find a solution! Great, great customer service!
  • Gillian
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Great location. Spacious lovely room, corridor and bathroom. Cosy and well equipped kitchen and lounge. Solo traveller and felt very safe.
  • Chloe
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Such a cosy little place, rooms are so warm and the staff were so welcoming.
  • Kelly
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Fantastic and very homey, warm and clean and really friendly guests and hosts Great drying room fantastic place to put skis wonderful, offstreet parking and just down the street from absolutely everything

Property questions and answers
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The property usually replies within a few days

  • How often does the ski shuttle bus stop by the property?

    The ski bus run by Methven Travel stops at our lodge at 7.45am and 9.45am everyday during the Ski season.
    Answered on 2 November 2019
  • Hello, I’ve never been to Methven! Will I need chains to get there in the next couple of weeks? Thanks!

    Yes you possibly will - definitely on 2WD some days on 4WD
    Answered on 7 August 2022
  • Is there an easy way from the Chch Airport and back? Thanks Charles

    Hi Charles Thank you for your Question - Methven travel has a shuttle that runs daily to and from christchurch.
    Answered on 27 September 2022
  • Hi does snowman shuttle stop at the lodge please?

    Yes it does and also the Methven ski bus
    Answered on 10 April 2021
  • Hi, can I book 2 beds in the same 2-bed dormitory room 30 June - 5th July? My partner and I would like to be in the same room together. Thanks, Ella

    Hi Ella, yes you can if its available
    Answered on 29 June 2021
  • Is there a shared kitchen

    Yes there is one in each Lodge
    Answered on 27 July 2020
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Property surroundings

Facilities of Snow Denn Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Ski
  • Ski storage
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Skiing
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • Key access
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Car hire
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
Snow Denn Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 17:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 2 years are welcome.

Children 17 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Snow Denn Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

FAQs about Snow Denn Lodge

  • Check-in at Snow Denn Lodge is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Room options at Snow Denn Lodge include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Double
    • Family
    • Bed in Dormitory
  • Snow Denn Lodge offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Skiing
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Horse riding
    • Bicycle rental
  • Snow Denn Lodge is 450 yards from the centre of Methven. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Snow Denn Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.