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Porters Lodge

2.5 star property
Sip hot chocolate by the fire after hitting slopes all day. Experience mountain bliss with delicious meals and activities for every season.

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Nestled close to Kura Tawhiti Scenic Reserve, Porters Lodge offers a winter wonderland escape with ski shuttle, ski passes, and lessons. Enjoy breakfast at the on-site restaurant or grab a coffee from the cafe before sledding or hiking/biking in this picturesque setting.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
The current price is AED 388
AED 446 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Mar - 21 Mar

Room options

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Family Room, Mountain View (2 Double and 2 Single Beds) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Mountain View (2 Double and 2 Single Beds)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
  • Mountain view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Standard Room, Mountain View | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Mountain View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
2 bathrooms
  • Mountain view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Castle Hill, Porters Lodge is in a rural area and in the mountains. Porters Ski Area and Mt Cheeseman Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kura Tawhiti Scenic Reserve and Cave Stream Scenic Reserve. Korowai - Torlesse Tussocklands Park is another place to visit that comes recommended. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cave exploring and rock climbing nearby. Visit our Castle Hill travel guide
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Map
State Highway, Porters Pass, Castle Hill, 7580

What's nearby

  • Absolutely stunning! We visited on the opening weekend and it was great. Powdery open trails, get trails for all levels too. Not busy by any standard, and the views from the top are breathtaking. Advice: It is in a basin where the sun doesn't get to much so dress warmly! And I would recommend a 4 wheel drive as the road is very steep gravel :) Other than that - just the essentials. Snacks, and a camera!
    Porters Ski Area
    4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Rakaia Gorge showing a bridge and a river or creek
    Rakaia Gorge
    58 min drive - 36.1 km
  • Cave Stream Scenic Reserve
    19 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Kura Tawhiti Scenic Reserve
    27 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Mt Cheeseman Ski Area
    28 min drive - 31.7 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
    71 min drive

Restaurants

  • Porters Cafe
    6 min drive

About this property

Porters Lodge

Lodge near Porters Ski Area
Located close to Kura Tawhiti Scenic Reserve, Porters Lodge provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Hit the slopes at this lodge offering a ski shuttle, ski passes, and ski lessons. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy onsite activities like sledding and mountain biking. In addition to an arcade/game room and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and an area shuttle
  • Express check-in, a billiards/pool table, and a banquet hall
Room features
All guestrooms at Porters Lodge offer amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • 2 bathrooms with showers
  • Heating and limited housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ski shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 18 for adults and NZD 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Mountain biking
  • Ski lessons
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Sledding

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 shared bathrooms
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between September 20 and October 30.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 18 for adults and NZD 10 for children
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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, debit cards, and cash
Parties and events are allowed on site
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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
Alcohol is not permitted at this property

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Porters Lodge Castle Hill
Porters Castle Hill
Porters Lodge Lodge
Porters Lodge Castle Hill
Porters Lodge Lodge Castle Hill

Frequently asked questions

Is Porters Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Porters Lodge?

As of 6 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Porters Lodge on 20 March 2026 start from AED 388, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Porters Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Porters Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Porters Lodge located?

Located near the slopes, this Castle Hill lodge is in the mountains, 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Porters Ski Area, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Kura Tawhiti Scenic Reserve and Cave Stream Scenic Reserve. Korowai - Torlesse Tussocklands Park and Mt Cheeseman Ski Area are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Reviews

Porters Lodge Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

4.0

Location

9.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 33 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Porter's Lodge is in the mountains far from everywhere but has a great atmosphere, home cooked food and lovely views.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Great location near Castle
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a nice accomodation in a very nice area, with resto and bar. We had a short 3 day holiday with 2 kids, very friendly and helpfull staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amelia

Liked: Amenities
Great staff, very welcoming! Lovely space, delicious food, nice amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great food and drinks and a beautiful setting in the mountains. The room was clean and all we needed for a unique stay in the mountains away from everything. The hosts were lovely and our boys loved the mountain biking experience and being able to hire from the lodge. Thank you Porters Lodge for being so accomodating!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
excellent stay at the lodge. Great food and nice beers on tap! The staff were super friendly. Excellent views.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
with grate view and unique experience
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Spencer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
loved the atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unreal setting, rustic character, lovely hosts, middle of nowhere, go for it!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing lodge out in the mountains. Staff were fantastic. Jeanette and her partner (sorry I forgot your name) were very accommodating and welcoming. Excellent value for money. Would definitely go back! Thank you!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We all felt incredibly welcome he in the most beautiful of surroundings. Thank you

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Secluded, peaceful & warm

Was a good night's stay. Julia and Ryan were very friendly hosts and run a nice smooth operation. While I didn't have any of their main meals, what I saw that came out of the kitchen looked delicious. I did have a sticky date pudding which was divine. The morning after I took a short walk up the mountain track behind the lodge which gave excellent views of the surrounding landscape.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
非常棒的地方，老闆人好！電腦忘記了馬上寫Email給我，非常感謝！希望有機會再去！值得信賴的地方！特別是晚上可以看到美麗的星空
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worst experience in NZ

Absolutely worst experience!!! We were treated differently either because we were not white or because we were assumed to be “backpackers”.....maybe because we were a young couple(?) We reached there at 9pm with only one hour of electricity (the electricity cuts off at 10pm) We had paid for a double room but we were given single bunk beds instead. There was a room next door WITH THE DOUBLE BED we had paid for which was VACANT but the owner insisted it was booked out for someone else When we tried to show our booking which had PICTURES of the double bed we had booked and paid for-the manager tried to tell us it was probably previous management or the website who had made a mistake in putting the wrong picture. Even if that was true- we could sue them for false advertising! The worst part is there is nothing else close by which forced us to swallow our pride and stay the night there. I think the manager knew that as well and took advantage of it Very very disappointed with the attitude; we felt discriminated against and treated badly-which was our worst experience in NZ
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great place in the mountains.

Very friendly staff & great food. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

晚上1O點半斷電，有與世隔絕之感，若要放鬆不碰3c，他是不錯的選擇

还不錯，就是離公路有點遠

10/10 Excellent

Glen, Christchurch

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place, great staff. Have previously ridden on their own MTB trails, right on their doorstep, but this time I had fun on the nearby Cragieburn MTB trails. Was also a great place to stop back in for a coffee etc after riding the trails the next day, with a great view of the area from the lodge. Looking forward to returning in Spring for another ride in the area, and another stay at the lodge.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing location

Lovely vibe, nice food, unique location. Kids loved the bunk rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Daniella, Netherlands

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

High up in the mountains

A nice mountain cabin with beautiful views. Excellent staff. Bruno and Michelle were very helpful with everything. Good food.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent customer service, went over and above to help us out.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

TAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanja