10/10 Excellent
Andrew, Fenton
Jan 14, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Andrew
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Forest Lodge
1.0 star property
Craigieburn Forest Park accommodations with free WiFi
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Reviews
7.07.0 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
- Pet friendly
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
- Kitchen
Explore the area
Mount Cheeseman Ski Field Road, Craigieburn Forest Park, Canterbury Region, 7580
- Cave Stream Scenic ReservePlace, Cave Stream Scenic Reserve18 min drive
- Kura Tawhiti Scenic ReservePlace, Kura Tawhiti Scenic Reserve31 min drive
- Porters Ski AreaPlace, Porters Ski Area40 min drive
Room options
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Double or Twin Room, Mountain View
- Mountain view
- 10 sq m
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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Shared Dormitory
- 12 sq m
- Sleeps 6
- 3 Twin Bunk Beds
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Room
- 12 sq m
- Sleeps 6
- 3 Twin Bunk Beds
About the area
Craigieburn Forest Park
In Craigieburn Forest Park .You'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Cave Stream Scenic Reserve and 9 miles (15 km) of Kura Tawhiti Scenic Reserve. Porters Ski Area is within 20 miles (32 km) and Mt Cheeseman Ski Area is within 32 miles (40 km).
What's nearby
- Cave Stream Scenic Reserve - 18 min drive - 8.3 km
- Kura Tawhiti Scenic Reserve - 31 min drive - 13.0 km
- Porters Ski Area - 40 min drive - 27.1 km
- Mt Cheeseman Ski Area - 41 min drive - 45.4 km
- Temple Basin Ski Area - 58 min drive - 70.7 km
Getting around
- Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 86 min drive
Restaurants
- Flock Hill Lodge
About this property
Forest Lodge
Craigieburn Forest Park accommodations with free WiFi
As a guest of Forest Lodge, you'll find a garden and a communal living room. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Craigieburn Forest Park hostel.
- 7 guestrooms or units
- Garden
- Smoking in designated areas
Forest Lodge offers 7 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided on request.
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Property amenities
Family friendly
- In-room refrigerator
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
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
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: 8:00 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 are welcome and stay free
- Only dogs are allowed
- Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are 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
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
- Bed sheets fee: NZD 10 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.
Property Registration Number 9429046760838
National rating
Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.
Forest Lodge Reviews
Reviews
7.0
Good
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10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
4/10 Poor
Jeffrey
Dec 14, 2025
Jeffrey
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025