The bed was too soft for my liking and the room was quite narrow for big suitcases. The light in the room was quite low and the window blinds were not working well.

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!

Stayed in November 2024

The beds were a bit soft We didnt meet the owner as he was out but another guest was helpful at the start with information etc. As the evening wore on he became a bit annoying as liked to hold the fort in the communal area

just what we needed for our 1 night stay, like the quirkiness of the place

Stayed in November 2024

Beds could be better, less soggy for the back.

Good place with relaxed Hostel vibes, warm fire with a super cozy lounge. Close to bars, restaurants and shops. Management were helpful and welcoming.

Stayed in August 2024

I really like the backpackers life and the share room were really good there. Good location on the way to Christchurch.

Stayed in February 2024

The kitchen is quite small, not well equipped, and it could be cleaner. The lounge is quite old fashioned and was a bit cold when I was there. Only a couple of people when I was there so not very sociable.

Quiet place with separate beds in the dorms rather than bunk beds, bathrooms are new and clean

Stayed in February 2023

it was handy, friendly and clean.

Stayed in September 2022

There was mould on the window sills & windows in our room. I know there was a dehumidifier in the room, but be a good idea to give them a wipe in between guests. Smelt moudly too.

Peter lit the fire each morning + evening. The fire in the morning was a sweet touch. Felt cosy + family like to be greeted by he and Benji each morning. The local chicken eggs were a treat. Chrome Cast on the tv was appreciated.

Stayed in August 2022

One of the twin rooms we had was a little cold - lots of glass and not well insulated. Heaters supplier but still cold. Beds are quite small but plenty of blankets supplied.

Good location and price. Had all you needed and well described. Helpful staff.

Stayed in June 2022

an older property but comfy, may not suit everyone, .

Friendly, quiet, fire lite at night, facilities all meet my needs,

Stayed in April 2022

Good

Stayed in February 2025

Beds probably need new mattresses but still had a good night sleep, was good for one night passing through.

Good location, quiet, guy who runs it was very nice.

Stayed in November 2024

Smelly and untidy room. Hairs on the bed sheets. Cables looked very unsafe. Very old furniture and substandard kitchen. Even if it's very cheap there's better value elsewhere.

Cheap. Showers and toilets ok

Stayed in February 2023

everything is quiet old in the lodge except the showers. A lot of things should be fixed, cleanliness is not the best

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.

Stayed in October 2022

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Would have expected better cleanliness of the facilities.

Cosy hostel and room. Located in a quiet area.

Stayed in September 2022

Poor cleanliness.

Great location and very friendly staff.

Stayed in September 2022

The lodge appears to be operating like a backpackers with most occupants working at the ski fields. That's all fine but it should be advertised as such. Issues included scrunched up damp towels in the room tossed on the top of a built in cupboard where a very dusty television was located. Can only assume they'd been used by the previous occupant. No fresh towels to be found. The pillows smelt stale and are in need of replacement. Windows in the bedroom were extremely hard to close in the room, which wouldn't be an issue in the summer but not so great during the snow season. Immaculate rooms at an equivalent price are available at other locations in the centre of the township.

Location was fine and the building has an interesting history. The shared toilets were clean.

Stayed in September 2022

Very cold room, very small heater is not sufficient to heat up the room. The whole place needs more tidying up jobs to do. 2 separate single beds are just too small for us.

Free range egg 🥚🥚🥚 from the owner. Lots of tissues and towels accessible, no need to request.

Stayed in August 2022

They have a cat incase your allergic no mention on arrival

Did the job for 1 night

Stayed in September 2022

a bit cold in your own room, the lodge has a fire place though.

good location

Stayed in July 2022

Dog poo right outside our hallway door, guttering broken so big rain drips soak you going in and out, heater is very rattly and tv in there but it doesnt work, alot of hair in the shower and toilet stools have the biggest gaps under them

Beds were comfy enough and we got a separate exit right out to the car which was handy

Stayed in July 2022

There weren't enough power outlets.

The staff were very nice and the stay was very cozy.

Stayed in July 2022

Loud, some things were broken, occupants had people over till 1:30am that did not live or did not stay there, no soap in bathrooms

Stayed in July 2022

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Stayed in February 2025