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8.2

804 reviews

Southern Cross Lodge Methven

Southern Cross Lodge Methven

17 Racecourse Ave, Methven, 7740, New Zealand

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Skiing

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Fitness center

Bar

Sun deck

Southern Cross Lodge Methven

Southern Cross Lodge Methven is a 3-star retreat in Methven, New Zealand. Found at 17 Racecourse Ave, it sits about 0.5mi from the city center, offering easy access to town and the surrounding scenery. With 804 reviews on record, this lodge has a well-traveled footprint that many guests return to.

Amenities shine with free WiFi, private parking on site, and an outdoor swimming pool, plus a restaurant, a bar, and a sun deck. Mountain or garden views accompany comfortably non-smoking rooms, while on-site parking and a fitness center add to the ease. For business or celebrations, meeting/banquet facilities are available for extra charges, and options like shuttle service, airport shuttle, horseback riding, and golf may carry additional fees.

Rooms feature free toiletries and offer garden or mountain views to help unwind after a day of exploring. The address remains 17 Racecourse Ave, Methven, New Zealand—an inviting base for adventures in the New Zealand countryside.

Nestled in Methven, this 3-star retreat blends relaxation with a dash of adventure. Bale Restaurant on site serves tasty meals, complemented by a bar and a sun deck for easygoing evenings. The seasonal outdoor saltwater pool with a shallow end is perfect for a refreshing dip after a day of exploring, while a fitness center helps keep energy up. On-site private parking and free WiFi add everyday ease, and meeting or banquet facilities welcome gatherings (some services may carry extra charges). Optional extras include shuttle service, airport shuttle, horseback riding, and golf for an additional fee.

Accommodations come in a range of styles, all non-smoking and equipped with free toiletries. Many rooms offer garden or mountain views, with options such as Double Room with Mountain View, Double Room with Pool View, Room - 2 Twin, Small, 2 Twin, and Superior, King; plus Deluxe and Apartment 1 Room. Beds vary from twins to a king, with layouts designed to suit solo travelers, couples, and small groups.

A short stroll from Methven's city center—about 0.5mi—the retreat serves as a bright base for adventures in the New Zealand countryside. With on-site dining, flexible transport options like shuttle services and airport shuttles, and activities such as horseback riding and golf nearby (fees may apply), it’s easy to tailor days to taste and pace.

Closest airports

Christchurch International Airport

45.4mi

Richard Pearse Airport

51.1mi

Most popular amenities

Skiing

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Fitness center

Bar

Sun deck

Parking On Site

Mountain view

Non-smoking rooms

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Garden view

Picnic area

Garden

View

Bathtub

Free toiletries

Rooms

Double Room with Mountain View in Southern Cross Lodge Methven

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Double Room, Mountain View

1 King Size Bed

130 sqft

Mountain view

Garden view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

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Large Twin Room in Southern Cross Lodge Methven

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Room - 2 Twin

2 Twin Beds

170 sqft

Garden view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Shower

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Small Twin Room in Southern Cross Lodge Methven

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Small, 2 Twin Beds

2 Twin Beds

130 sqft

Mountain view

Garden view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

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Superior King Room in Southern Cross Lodge Methven

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Superior, King Size

1 King Size Bed

170 sqft

Garden view

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

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Deluxe

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Double Room, Pool View

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Apartment 1 Room

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Family

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Triple Room, Sea View

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Guest reviews

8.2

804 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Breakfast

Featured reviews:

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Jaden

8.2

October 2024

We loved the facilities, with a pool and spa (we only used the spa though). The bed was comfortable. The rooms were warm, with the heater which was really good. The room was nice and clean on arrival. It was a nice stay, would recommend to others if they wanted to stay for a night or 2.

The shower wasn’t the best, the shower hose, wouldn’t stay in place that well, and the water would not stay consistent, went from hot to warm/cold. It was okay; could be improved. It was quite noisy in the mornings/night but that was because of two basketball teams were staying there. It didn’t bother us though.

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Briana

9.1

September 2024

This family run hotel has everything you need to enjoy your ski/board stay in Methven. It is walking distance to everything, including the Opuke spa pools! The staff are absolutely wonderful and you can tell a lot of love, sweat and effort goes into keeping this hotel at its best. The included breakfast was fanstastic. HUGE thank you for including gluten free options. This never happens when I travel!

Nothing to the fault of the owners, but the old building is loud. So when a few fellow travelers decided to party all night, we could hear them.

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Penny

10

June 2024

The staff were very friendly and accommodating. Loved how there was a games room which helped us while waiting for our time at the hot pools because it was raining and they were happy to let us hang until then. There's a big pool and spa and bar on-site as well as a dining room which a continental breakfast was included and when we turned up with our own supermarket food for dinner we were able to use the dining room. There's a microwave and free tea and coffee facilities. Great fit for all. There was a group of students from Brisbane and we couldn't tell they were there overnight. Nice quiet lodge and cozy with the fires going!

The bathroom floor had bits of hair on it but otherwise nice clean facilites

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Jessica

8.2

June 2024

The amenity selection was excellent! Literally absolutely everything has been thought of for every age range. Just wonderful! The staff were excellent - Gordy is a fantastic host. The location of the lodge in relation to the pools and town is great too.

As mentioned in previous reviews, the rooms side of the lodge could be better. The floors and stairs creak a lot! The room walls are very thin so you can hear your neighbours at all hours of the day. The toilet was located right up against the hallway wall in the bathroom. Great if you're a lefty, not so comfortable if you're right handed

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Clare

8.2

June 2025

Good location, about a 10 minute walk from the town centre. Great staff, very friendly and helpful. Nice couches in front of fire in bar area. Breakfast was simple (cereal and toast) but fine. The room was basic, but fine for our purposes. Had a TV and comfy beds, extra pillows, extra blankets, space for bags but no fridge.

Was very noisy in the morning with the door slamming and people walking loudly down the corridor outside our room.

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10

August 2024

The room was very clean. Since I was able to eat breakfast early every day, I was able to ski early. The staff was very courteous, so I was able to stay with peace of mind.I will definitely choose this lodge again next time I come to New Zealand. I really wanted to express my gratitude directly, but since I can't speak English, I regret that. Thank you very much for the great time ☺︎

There can't be any bad points. The staff were very kind to me even though I didn't speak English.

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Mary

10

March 2025

Pleasant receptionist. Very helpful. Large communal areas. Nice selection for continental breakfast. Good laundry facilities. Would happily stay again.

Arrived later than expected and manager had contacted me prior to arrival to say that he wouldn't be there when I arrived. My room was upstairs, so had to carry my suitcase up which was challenging as I'm a senior. No lift. However the manager insisted on taking my bag down in the morning .

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Robyn

8.2

May 2025

Breakfast was continental buffet and plenty of choice with cereal fruit yogurt toast and spreads. Hot drinks were available 24/7 Room was upstairs so had to carry bags up as no lift. Community lounge with lovely fire and TV plus a large games room. Manager very friendly and helpful.

The bathroom was a bit dated and not alot of pressure in the shower but they are in the process of beginning to redecorate.

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Heidirosenz

10

February 2024

We loved our stay at SXL! I wasn’t expecting such big communal areas- large pool, spa, games room, bar, TV lounge, breakfast and barbecue areas! I imagine when the place is full with big groups- the ski season, functions etc the place would be humming! Our host was very friendly, helpful and relaxed! Heaps of car parking! Very comfy beds! The GF muesli was 10/10 too!

The room we stayed in was smaller than I anticipated however the space is really well utilised. The expansive communal spaces make up for the smaller room so it wasn’t really a drawback 😊 Could’ve done with an extra power point in the room (Unless I missed the spare one??)

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Tristan

8.2

January 2024

The managers are extremely friendly & will go out of their way to help if they can! Close enough to the hot pools to comfortably walk to them. There’s a fancy restaurant next door at the lodge, 2 minutes walk away. The property has a pool & spa, with complementary towels. A great outdoor area with beautiful views! The manager can sell you drinks & hot chips, & perhaps something more. The stay includes breakfast of cereals, with tinned fruit, & yogurt, & toast & spreads. Finishes around 10am. Complementary tea, coffee & hot chocolate in the dining room all the time. The double bed is 2 king singles joined together, so it’s big & EXTREMELY comfortable! During our stay, it was very quiet.

It’s a little dated, with no lift to the upstairs, so oinking of luggage up the stairs is required. The shower over bath is a bit of a pain for stepping in & out of, & the stupid shower curtain clings to you.

Points of Interest Around Southern Cross Lodge Methven

Attractions

Mount Hutt

8.9mi

Restaurants

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • Salt water
  • Shallow end

Availability

  • Seasonal

Amenities of Southern Cross Lodge Methven

Skiing

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Fitness center

Bar

Sun deck

Parking On Site

Mountain view

Non-smoking rooms

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Garden view

Picnic area

Garden

View

Bathtub

Free toiletries

Stay rules - Southern Cross Lodge Methven

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property