Ashburton Lakes Travel Guide

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A gravel path leading through a grassy field with mountains in the background.
A mountainous landscape with a valley and a glacier.
A mountainous landscape with a glacier and a valley.
A mountain range with snow-capped peaks, a clear blue sky, and a calm river reflecting the landscape.
A black cow standing on a gravel road with mountains in the background.
Methven Resort

Methven Resort

3.5 out of 5
51 Main St Methven Canterbury
The price is NZ$154 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
NZ$154
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Methven. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and 3 meeting rooms. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very good! (201 reviews)
"A good spot to stay before heading up to Mt Hutt the following morning."

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

Methven Resort
Snow Denn Lodge

Snow Denn Lodge

2 out of 5
6 Bank Street Methven
The price is NZ$104 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
NZ$104
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Methven. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa and Methven ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (62 reviews)
"Had low expectations going in as it’s a shared lodge, I was pleasantly surprised. Easy check in, we had a small ensuite in our room. Shared kitchen was very spacious and clean. When we got back to the lodge in the evening, the fire was roaring and it was toasty and warm. Was great place for what ..."

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Snow Denn Lodge
Abisko Lodge

Abisko Lodge

3.5 out of 5
74 Main Street Methven
The price is NZ$148 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
NZ$148
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this ski holiday park in Methven. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a sauna. Popular attractions Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa and Methven Golf Course are ...
8/10 Very good! (107 reviews)
"Fine enough but wouldn’t go back. Room was cold, heater didn’t seem to be working. Was woken up throughout the night by other drunk guests in the hallway and rooms. Woken up early by the sunlight as the curtains were see through."

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Abisko Lodge
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Brinkley Resort

Brinkley Resort

2.5 out of 5
43 Barkers Rd Methven Canterbury
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Methven. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa and Methven Golf ...
Brinkley Resort
Our Bach. Fish, ski or relax in an amazing alpine setting!

Our Bach. Fish, ski or relax in an amazing alpine setting!

Lake Coleridge Canterbury
Stay at this holiday home in Lake Coleridge. Enjoy laundry facilities.
10/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
"Great place to stay, excellent hosts, perfect location and ideal weather to wrap it up! 10/10."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

Our Bach. Fish, ski or relax in an amazing alpine setting!
Pudding Hill Lodge & Chalets

Pudding Hill Lodge & Chalets

2 out of 5
5259 Arundel Rakaia Gorge Rd Methven Canterbury
Stay at this chalet in Methven. Enjoy free parking, a garden and a picnic area. Popular attractions Awa Awa Rata Reserve and Methven Golf Course are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (11 reviews)
"Lovely location."

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026

Pudding Hill Lodge & Chalets
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Stay near popular Ashburton Lakes attractions

Mt Sunday Summit

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mt Sunday Summit during your travels in Ashburton Lakes.
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Activities

Lord of the Rings - Journey to Edoras Tour

Lord of the Rings, Journey to Edoras Day Tour from Christchurch

NZ$325
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Lord of the Rings, Journey to Edoras Day Tour from Christchurch
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Cities near Ashburton Lakes

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