Title: Porters Lodge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Porters Lodge Mountain ski retreat with restaurant and bar/lounge ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19940000/19939800/19939737/7bbc77a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Family Room, Mountain View (2 Double and 2 Single Beds) | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19940000/19939800/19939737/f85b3a58.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19940000/19939800/19939737/f105e8ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bicycling](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19940000/19939800/19939737/93ebd900.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family Room, Mountain View (2 Double and 2 Single Beds) | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19940000/19939800/19939737/8cbd75fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies 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. 9.2 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Bar - Breakfast available - Free WiFi - Parking included - Restaurant - Business services £100 includes taxes & fees 28 Sept - 29 Sept ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sept 16 - Sept 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-16&endDate=2025-09-17&selected=19939737&PinnedHotelID=19939737&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-16&endDate=2025-09-17&selected=19939737&PinnedHotelID=19939737&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sept 17 - Sept 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-17&endDate=2025-09-18&selected=19939737&PinnedHotelID=19939737&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-17&endDate=2025-09-18&selected=19939737&PinnedHotelID=19939737&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sept 19 - Sept 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=19939737&PinnedHotelID=19939737&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=19939737&PinnedHotelID=19939737&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Sept 26 - Sept 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=19939737&PinnedHotelID=19939737&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=19939737&PinnedHotelID=19939737&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19940000/19939800/19939737/da4029a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Shared Dormitory ### Highlights Heating 2 bathrooms - Bay view - Sleeps 1 - 3 Single Bunk Beds ![Family Room, Mountain View (2 Double and 2 Single Beds) | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19940000/19939800/19939737/f85b3a58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room, Mountain View (2 Double and 2 Single Beds) 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Heating 2 bathrooms - 215 sq ft - Mountain view - Sleeps 6 - 1 Double Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed ![Standard Room, Mountain View | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19940000/19939800/19939737/e7b3b508.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, Mountain View 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Heating 2 bathrooms - 215 sq ft - Mountain view - Sleeps 6 - 3 Single Bunk Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCastle-Hill-Hotels-Porters-Lodge.h19939737.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCastle-Hill-Hotels-Porters-Lodge.h19939737.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-43.27586%2C171.66290&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=aIF8BLdzsfOmNGrFQ_hswY6qUqs=) State Highway, Porters Pass, Castle Hill, 7580 #### What's nearby - Porters Ski Area - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles - Cave Stream Scenic Reserve - 20 min drive - 11.5 miles - Kura Tawhiti Scenic Reserve - 28 min drive - 9.5 miles - Mt Cheeseman Ski Area - 29 min drive - 19.7 miles - Rakaia Gorge - 58 min drive - 22.5 miles #### 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 skiing lessons. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy on-site activities, such as sledging and mountain biking. In addition to an arcade/games room and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - Free self-parking - Continental breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and a local area shuttle - Express check-in, a banquet hall and smoke-free property Room features All guest rooms at Porters Lodge have amenities, such as free WiFi. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - 2 bathrooms with showers - Heating and limited housekeeping ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - 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 lift ### More - 2 floors - Banquet hall - Smoke-free property ## 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 ### Renovations and closures The property is closed between 20 September and 30 October. ### 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. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 18 for adults and from 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 This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts 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 For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system. ### 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 16 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Porters Lodge on 28 Sept 2025 start from £100.41, including 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Castle-Hill-Hotels-Porters-Lodge.h19939737.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Porters Lodge? > 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? > Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout 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). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Porters Lodge Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 15 8 - Good 8 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.0/10 Cleanliness ### 9.6/10 Staff & service ### 7.6/10 Amenities ### 8.4/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8.0/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Spencer 11 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Beautiful place! ##### Spencer Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Marc 18 Apr 2025 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. ##### Marc Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel 6 Jan 2025 Great location near Castle ##### Rachel Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wei 11 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities with grate view and unique experience ##### Wei Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Edward 20 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities loved the atmosphere ##### Edward Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amelia 18 Nov 2023 Liked: Amenities Great staff, very welcoming! Lovely space, delicious food, nice amenities. ##### Amelia Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sean 30 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Unreal setting, rustic character, lovely hosts, middle of nowhere, go for it! ##### Sean Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 7 Mar 2024 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. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Becky 2 Dec 2017 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!! ##### Becky Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David 26 Feb 2024 ##### David Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### TAN 10 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### TAN Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David 17 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We all felt incredibly welcome he in the most beautiful of surroundings. Thank you ##### David ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tanja 2 Dec 2022 ##### Tanja ### 8/10 Good #### Paul 25 Jul 2022 ##### Paul Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 15 Apr 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 22 Feb 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 25 Feb 2020 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. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 4 Feb 2019 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 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller 26 Nov 2018 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 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 5 Jul 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Great place in the mountains. Very friendly staff & great food. Really enjoyed our stay. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 17 Apr 2018 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 ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### Glen, Christchurch 8 Apr 2018 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. ##### Glen Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 14 Mar 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Amazing location Lovely vibe, nice food, unique location. Kids loved the bunk rooms. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Daniella, Netherlands 19 Feb 2018 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. ##### Daniella Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 14 Feb 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Excellent customer service, went over and above to help us out. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Wilde Manchester City Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Wilde-Aparthotels-Manchester-St-Peters.h72989857.Hotel-Information) > > [2 Bedroom Apartment, Jardines del Sol, Playa Blanca](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Yaiza-Hotels-2-Bedroom-Apartment.h33140587.Hotel-Information) > > [ibis Rotorua](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rotorua-Hotels-Ibis-Rotorua.h1131218.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in North Wales](https://www.expedia.co.uk/North-Wales-Hotels.d6054276.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [B&B Dunfermline](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dunfermline-Bed-And-Breakfasts.d5586-aaBedAndBreakfasts.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [All-Inclusive Hotels in Heraklion](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Heraklion-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d6053601-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Iberostar Selection Creta Marine](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mylopotamos-Hotels-Iberostar-Selection-Creta-Marine.h2893774.Hotel-Information) > > [Tongariro Suites at The Rocks](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Horopito-Hotels-Tongariro-Suites-At-The-Rocks.h9679404.Hotel-Information) > > [Richmond Holiday Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Richmond-Hotels-Richmond-Holiday-Park.h29218591.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Dame des Arts](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paris-Hotels-Hotel-Dame-Des-Arts.h3117356.Hotel-Information) > > [Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Panama-Beach-Hotels-Occidental-Papagayo-Adults-Only-All-Inclusive.h659642.Hotel-Information) > > [Rainforest Retreat](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Franz-Josef-Glacier-Hotels-Rainforest-Retreat.h7088168.Hotel-Information) > > [Rosewood Matakauri](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Matakauri-Lodge.h1097561.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near London Palladium Theatre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Palladium-Theatre-Hotels.0-l6079033-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hilton Munich Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Munich-Hotels-Hilton-Munich-Park.h5212.Hotel-Information) > > [Anglers paradise and great family holiday place](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Makarora-Hotels-Anglers-Paradise-And-Great-Family-Holiday-Place.h37278832.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hotel Sunderland](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newcastle-Upon-Tyne-Hotels-Grand-Hotel-Sunderland.h665028.Hotel-Information) > > [Days Inn by Wyndham Kendal Killington Lake](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kendal-Hotels-Days-Inn-By-Wyndham-Kendal-Killington-Lake.h3954310.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Mount Everest](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mount-Everest-Hotels.0-l553248621592241083-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [NH Collection Venezia Grand Hotel Dei Dogi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice-Hotels-NH-Collection-Venezia-Grand-Hotel-Dei-Dogi.h201235.Hotel-Information) > > [Fiyavalhu Resort Maldives](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mandhoo-Hotels-Fiyavalhu-Maldives.h46561949.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Newcastle-upon-Tyne (NCL) to Mykonos (JMK)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/ncl/jmk/newcastle-to-mykonos) > > [Turkish Airlines Istanbul (IST) to Gatwick (LGW) flights](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flight-routes/turkish-airlines-from-istanbul-to-gatwick/tk/ist/lgw) ### Cars > [Car hire in Royston](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Royston.d6084907.Car-Hire-Guide) ### Activities > [Things to do in Hisaronu](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Hisaronu.d6055697.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Cabo Roig Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cabo-Roig.d6172117.Holidays-City-Breaks)