Methven Hostels

"This place really is a home away from home. After a day's snowboarding, this place is the best! It is so cosy, and the owners are really friendly and will help you out with anything. The bed was the most comfortable bed ever! It was definitely worth the money." … "… centre. Offering Quad 4 bunk multi share rooms with share facilities. Double/twin rooms with a choice of share facility or ensuite. Beds Bunks are fully made up with fresh linen, pillow, continental blanket & towel. BBQ, spa room and off street parking. One, two,&...  more »

"… And the best part? No bunk beds! Our beds are made up with fresh linen and duvets, clean and heated. In wintertime there are optional electric blankets available, if you’re too tired to relax by the cosy log burner after a hard day on the slopes. We have free lockable dry-rooms and snowboard/ski tuning (wax $10, wax’n’edging $20). If you want to tune the gear yourself, that’s for free too! We also offer free private off-street parking, mountain transport and door-to-door airport transfer and 15% discount vouchers for ski shop...  more »

"Super - I have stayed here several times. Ownership has recently changed hands and the new owner has put tons of work into all areas. Great atmosphere and location." … "Well done - What a great host, couldn't be better. Nice bunch of people. Would recommend this base to every snowboarder and golfer visiting the South Island." … "Brilliant - Stayed there a couple of times now, hasnt seen the last of me either! Great hosts and facilities. Recommended." … "Nice hosts, but we were kept up to 1:30 a.m. by drunken revelers in the...  more »

"This is a good little place, with great owners. Very clean, nice beds, although the kitchen could use some more looking after." … "… minutes from the centre of town. There is an outside BBQ area with trampoline and facilities for smokers. TV and videos, games, books, and a log fire are all in the living area for relaxation. The dorm rooms have no more than 6 beds, all with bedding and the rooms are all heated. All facilities are shared. In the winter a ski tuning, and drying room is open. The transport to Mt Hutt stops at our...  more »

"… Chalet has a distinctly Alpine feel to it. The interior has lots of natural wood and interesting memorabilia. Our guests consistantly tell us that this is the best place they have stayed in New Zealand and Australia, so come and see for yourself. We have 14 beds, including En-Suite, Double Twin and Dorm beds. We have a configuration to suit everyone. Our shared kitchen is fully equipped. We have laundry facilities for guests. The hostel is centrally heated and has a logfire. Broadband Internet is free for guests. Fresh Ground...  more »