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8.9

1,031 reviews

Ski Time

Ski Time

43 Racecourse Ave, Methven, 7730, New Zealand

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Skiing

Free parking

Restaurant

Free wifi

Bar

Sun deck

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Ski Time

Ski Time welcomes travelers to Methven, New Zealand, a four-star hotel located 0.5mi from the city center. Address: 43 Racecourse Ave. Rates start from $73, and the property has 1,031 reviews to gauge the experience.

Features include Skiing, free on-site parking, and free WiFi, along with a Restaurant and Bar. Additional perks include a Sun deck, Terrace, and Mountain view, plus a Private entrance, Kitchen, and Non-smoking rooms. Garden, Free toiletries, and Bathtub add comfort, while Kids' meals (extra charges), Meeting/Banquet facilities (extra charges), and Golf course (extra charges) are available on request.

With its alpine setting and easy access to nearby slopes, Ski Time serves as a solid base for both snowy adventures and laid-back evenings.

Set against an alpine backdrop in Methven, Ski Time sits a short stroll from the town center at 43 Racecourse Ave. This four-star stay offers practical perks like free on-site parking and free WiFi, with an on-site Restaurant and Bar serving European-inspired fare in a FamilyFriendly setting. Outdoor spaces include a sun deck and terrace where mountain views complete the scenery, plus a private entrance and a kitchen for added convenience.

Comfort comes in many forms, from a lush garden to thoughtful touches like free toiletries and a bathtub. Non-smoking rooms keep the air fresh after days spent on the slopes, and options for kids, meetings, or golf can be arranged on request (extra charges apply), making it easy to tailor a stay for families or groups.

Room variety caters to different needs, including a Deluxe Mountain View option (194 sqft) that accommodates 4 adults and 3 children with 4 twin beds and a king bed, and a Studio (173 sqft) for 2 adults and 1 child. For larger gatherings, an Apartment accommodates up to 10 adults and 6 children with two king beds. A mix of Studio, Deluxe, and Apartment choices provides flexibility for solo travelers, couples, and bigger get-togethers.

Closest airports

Christchurch International Airport

45.5mi

Richard Pearse Airport

51mi

Most popular amenities

Skiing

Free parking

Restaurant

Free wifi

Bar

Sun deck

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Terrace

Mountain view

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Garden

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Rooms

Two-Bedroom Apartment in Ski Time

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Apartment, 2 Bedroom

1 King Size Bed

2 Twin Beds

805 sqft

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Terrace

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x6

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This apartment offers a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a dishwasher. The lounge area includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a DVD player.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Mountain View in Ski Time

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Deluxe, Mountain View

1 Twin Bed

1 King Size Bed

3 Twin Beds

195 sqft

Mountain view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

x4

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x3

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This twin/double room features an electric kettle and tea/coffee making facilities.

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Basic

160 sqft

Refrigerator

x4

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x3

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The standard rooms are basic rooms. There is no TV, no fridge or tea & coffee making facilities within the bedroom. Those facilities can be found in the common lounge area which is accessible 24 hours a day.

Three-Bedroom Apartment in Ski Time

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Apartment, 3 Bedroom

2 Twin Beds

2 King Size Beds

970 sqft

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Terrace

x10

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x6

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This apartment has a washing machine, kitchen and microwave.

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Studio

175 sqft

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

Wheelchair accessible

+

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This studio features a flat screen TV, an electric kettle, toaster and tea and coffee making facilities.

Basic Standard Room  in Ski Time

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Basic, King/Twin

1 Twin Bed

1 King Size Bed

3 Twin Beds

160 sqft

Private Bathroom

Shower

Free toiletries

x3

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Standard Studio in Ski Time

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Studio, King/Twin

1 King Size Bed

2 Twin Beds

170 sqft

Private Bathroom

Private entrance

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

+

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Deluxe

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Basic, Twin

1 Twin Bed

x4

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x3

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Apartment

2 King Size Beds

x10

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x6

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Studio, King Size

1 King Size Bed

x5

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x3

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Superior

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Guest reviews

8.9

1,031 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Breakfast

Featured reviews:

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Riley

9.1

September 2024

Great location and view of the mountain, bus dropped us off and picked us up everyday for skiing from the front reception. Breakfast was very good and convenient before going up the mountain. Staff were very friendly and accommodating. Restaurant had very good food. Walkable to town and locations within and around town. Room was very nice and cosy, everything we needed for our stay. Highly recommend methven travel to get to and from mountain and from CC as picked us up and dropped us off.

Visitors parking right against our door in our car space (we didn’t have a car). Made it a bit noisy, especially the gas replacement truck Fri morning.

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Kathy

10

March 2025

I didn’t expect much from this stay, but everything exceeded expectations. The staff were friendly and helpful, the room was comfortable and although on the small side, we didn’t spend much time in it, except to sleep. There is a large shared lounge area with tea, coffee and TV. Given that breakfast is also included (and was delicious), and we did a load of washing and drying AND used the drying room, I’d say this is excellent value for money. Walkable to town easily, but quiet and cosy

The bathroom is small, but perfectly adequate for our 1 night stay

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Jessica

10

May 2025

Loved everything about this place. We were greeted with a happy face shown to our cute room, which was very clean and cozy. After unpacking, we were relaxing in the lounge room whilst looking out at the snow on the peak of Mt. Hutt. There was a beautiful fire burning in the restaurant (just what you need on a chilly day). The restaurant food was absolutely delicious and hospitality here is perfect 👌 The next day, we had a tasty complementary breakfast. Would definitely stay again as you get more than what you pay for 😊

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Cinterella

9.1

November 2024

The team member at reception was very friendly and took us on a tour of the facilities on arrival. The bar staff were just as friendly when we entered for a drink. They even gave recommendations for places in town to eat (besides rating their own restaurant as the best of course). The standard studio room was nice and clean, bathroom was lovely with heated tiles and the bed was very comfy. Great experience and value for money. Included a breakfast the next morning.

Can't really say anything bad about the place, though if it were a teensy bit closer to town, we may have been enticed to walk places more often. But, it was still only a 10-15 minute hike to town and around the corner from Opuke Spa.

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Emmaboyce

10

July 2024

Ski Time is a beautiful chalet style hotel. There is a large open fireplace in the dining room where delicious breakfasts, apres-ski drinks, and dinners are served. The food is all fabulous. We ended up having dinner there on both nights. I also loved the thoughtfully designed breakfasts, with a variety of food to suit all tastes. The rooms are warm, cozy, and spotlessly clean. It was really convenient being able to park right outside our room, especially as we had lots of gear being on a ski road trip. The staff are super friendly and it has a relaxed feeling, perfect for unwinding.

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Ian

10

September 2024

This was my second stay at Ski Time, my first time travelling here alone. The hosts, and staff are all excellent providing first class service and spot on advice on things to do when weather prevents skiing. I would never consider staying anywhere else in the Methven district. On top of all this the restaurant provides top class meals, rooms provide spectacular views of the mountains and the lounge, restaurant and bar are cosy, friendly places to relax, eat and imbibe. For me it’s a perfect holiday destination.

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H

10

July 2024

Ski Time is famous amongst our family and friends - it is a truly wonderful experience, the hospitality is warm, professional and incredibly good value. The food is excellent, the ambience amazing - just like the Swiss chalet ski lodges we enjoyed when living in Switzerland. I don't think I can think of any other property in New Zealand that offers this sort of genuine welcome, in such a European way. We try to stay at Ski Time as often as we can - in summer or winter - the views and local environment are incredibly beautiful. We enjoy the welcome, the food, the elegance and most of all the lovely personalities of the staff. They make this one of our favourite hotels!

I'd not change a thing.

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Bonnie

10

May 2024

Excellent staff, so so happy with there personality and attention to detail. One of the best services we have had. The lovely staff made it easy for my daughter who has just turned one. Dinning with ski time was easy as the lovely lady had a high chair ready with colouring pencils and drawing pad and kids meal menu ready. We were served quickly and great conversation through out the dinning. Our entries we had seared tuna which was absolutely perfect! Our main we had the steak 300g which was cooked to perfection, melted in the mouth and I choose the garlic butter with horse raddish. My partner had the salmon which was also outstanding and our daughter loved to try too. We sat right next to the open fire which is such beauty in itself, looking at the stone work and antique ski gear. As a family we had such an amazing time, we stayed one night but felt so refreshed and looked after. We have travelled alot of the world and staying at ski time was honestly one of the best because of the welcoming staff and outstanding food. Thank you so much. You made a wonderful birthday and mother's day. ❤️

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Smilanatine

8.2

September 2024

We had a great time in Ski Time. It was convenient to us, as we didn't drive, so we got bus transfer back and forth the airport and Mt Hutt. Also, it provided breakfast and dinner. The food served was of high quality. The staff was very friendly. We also had a magnificent view from our window. Their shower was strong and great for relieving after skiing. We also enjoyed using the common room where we played snooker.

I would like to have more light in the room for evening reading.

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Holger

10

July 2024

Absolutely loved the super friendly staff. Susi and her team are amazing. Everything was super clean and tidy. The room service came daily. They have a washing machine and dryer you can use for free, a storage room for your ski gear etc and a drying room for your wet clothes, gloves and boots after skiing. A lovely guest area with a pool table and fridge. The breakfast/dinner area has a lovely cosy fireplace and great homemade jam. Nice short drive to Mount Hutt and the hot pools are just around the corner.

Points of Interest Around Ski Time

Attractions

Mount Hutt

8.8mi

Restaurants

Restaurant #1

Cuisines

  • European

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly

Amenities of Ski Time

Skiing

Free parking

Restaurant

Free wifi

Bar

Sun deck

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Terrace

Mountain view

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Garden

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Stay rules - Ski Time

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Ski Time

At what times are check-in and check-out at Ski Time?

Guests at Ski Time can check in between 02:00 PM and 08:00 PM. Check-out time is set for 10:00 AM.

Does Ski Time provide parking options?

Yes, there is parking available at Ski Time hotel. The parking is free, located on site, and open to the public. No reservation is required.

What are the rates at Ski Time?

Rates at Ski Time commence from $73. However, final pricing may depend on room choices and booking dates. Always input your stay dates for precise rates.

Which room categories can I book at Ski Time?

Ski Time hotel offers a variety of room types including three-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments, basic standard rooms, and standard studios. All rooms are non-smoking and have different sizes and bed configurations. The apartments have the largest size and can accommodate six adults and four children or four adults and three children respectively. The basic standard room and standard studio have smaller sizes and can accommodate three adults and two children or two adults and one child respectively.

Which amenities can guests enjoy at Ski Time?

Guests at Ski Time hotel can enjoy a variety of leisure amenities during their stay. They can hit the slopes and go skiing, or play a round of golf on the hotel's golf course. For those who prefer a more relaxed experience, they can unwind at the bar or enjoy the sun deck.

In addition to these activities, guests can also engage in cycling and hiking, exploring the beautiful surroundings of the hotel. For those who enjoy outdoor cooking, there are BBQ facilities available. Guests can also enjoy some indoor entertainment by playing board games or solving puzzles next to the fireplace.

When it comes to dining options, guests can dine at Restaurant #1 located within the hotel premises. The restaurant offers a family-friendly ambiance and serves European cuisine, providing guests with a range of delicious options to choose from during their stay.

Is there an in-house restaurant at Ski Time?

Yes, Ski Time hotel has a restaurant on site. The restaurant is called Restaurant #1. It offers a family-friendly ambiance and serves European cuisine.

Does Ski Time accept credit cards?

Yes, Ski Time accepts credit cards such as Visa, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, American Express, Maestro, UnionPay. Additionally, you can also pay with cash.