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Forest Lodge

1.0 star property
Hostel in Craigieburn Forest Park with free parking

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Double or Twin Room, Mountain View | Free WiFi, wheelchair access - Forest Lodge (Craigieburn Forest Park)
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Forest Lodge provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen

Room options

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Double or Twin Room, Mountain View | Free WiFi, wheelchair access

Double or Twin Room, Mountain View

Highlights

Refrigerator
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
  • 10 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, wheelchair access

Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Refrigerator
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, wheelchair access

Room

Highlights

Refrigerator
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Craigieburn Forest Park is home to Forest Lodge. Porters Ski Area and Mount Olympus 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 Cave Stream Scenic Reserve and Kura Tawhiti Scenic Reserve.
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Mount Cheeseman Ski Field Road, Craigieburn Forest Park, Canterbury Region, 7580

What's nearby

  • Cave Stream Scenic Reserve - 18 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Kura Tawhiti Scenic Reserve - 31 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Porters Ski Area - 40 min drive - 16.8 miles
  • Mt Cheeseman Ski Area - 41 min drive - 28.2 miles
  • Temple Basin Ski Area - 58 min drive - 44.0 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • Flock Hill Lodge

About this property

Forest Lodge

Property highlights
Forest Lodge provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • Free self parking
  • An off-leash area
Room features
All guestrooms at Forest Lodge include amenities such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and toilet paper
  • Communal kitchens, refrigerators, and ovens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Fixed shower seat
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar in shower (35 inches high)
  • Grab bar near toilet (28 inches high)
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Low-height bed (20 inches high)
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after noon 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

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
An off-leash area is available

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

  • Bed sheets fee: NZD 10 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Property Registration Number 9429046760838

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Forest Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Forest Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Forest Lodge?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Forest Lodge located?

Situated in Craigieburn Forest Park, this hostel is 4.4 mi (7 km) from Cave Stream Scenic Reserve and 7.2 mi (11.5 km) from Kura Tawhiti Scenic Reserve. Porters Ski Area and Mt Cheeseman Ski Area are also within 25 mi (40 km).

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Reviews

Forest Lodge Reviews

7.0

Good

10

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

10

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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The host fantastic, we had the place to ourselves basically. The views were great.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Jeffrey

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025