Kowai Bush Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Kowai Bush
Porters Lodge
State Highway Castle Hill
Stay at this ski lodge in Castle Hill. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Porters Ski Area and Kura Tawhiti Scenic ...
9/10 Wonderful! (35 reviews)
We stayed 1 night, we were passing through (off season). Few guests, all quiet, morning breakfast alright, price was fair. Shower and restrooms adequate with soap and plenty of hot water, towels provided in good condition. The only issue i had was that this lodge was very far from the road, up a ...
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Oxford Village Motels
57 Main Street Oxford Canterbury
The price is NZ$169 per night from 3 May to 4 May
NZ$169
3 May - 4 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Oxford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attraction A and P Showgrounds is located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (147 reviews)
Location was great close to everything. Lots of walks for all ages and great little shops
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Darfield Motel
23 South Terrace, State Highway Darfield
The price is NZ$167 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
NZ$167
13 Apr - 14 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Darfield. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attraction Fowler Reserve is located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (139 reviews)
Parking was great amenities ok. No outside light hard to get key in. And kitchen dark at one end. Bathroom heater not blowing warm air and extractor fan not working. Room steamed up alot. Other wise great.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Sunrise Mountain View Cabin
Springfield Canterbury
Stay at this cabin in Springfield. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an in-room coffee maker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Waimak Alpine Jet and Mt Cheeseman Ski ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
This cabin/studio is quiet, no shops or streets to visit. Host is in farm house next door. About 10min drive to Springfield or 20mins to Oxford. Lovely and quiet self contained space.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2024
Saffrondaze Farmstay by Tiny Away
West Eyreton Canterbury
Stay at this holiday home in Eyrewell Forest. Enjoy an in-room coffee maker and air conditioning.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
We had a lovely stay at this tiny house, located about 35 km away from Christchurch. The place was very clean, cosy and well organised, and it had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. There was convenient parking right near the house, which made our stay very easy. The view was beautiful ...
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
The Granary:New stylish cottage at Gunyah Estate
Methven (Mt Hutt) Methven
Stay at this family-friendly cottage in Windwhistle. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Rakaia Gorge and Washpen Falls are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (18 reviews)
Fabulous peaceful comfy spot
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Mt Cheeseman Ski Area
Hit the slopes in Springfield with a visit to Mt Cheeseman Ski Area. Amble around the area's parks or visit its churches.
Waimak Alpine Jet
Enjoy an outing to Waimak Alpine Jet during your stay in Springfield. Amble around the area's parks or visit its churches.
Activities
TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip
NZ$440
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Christchurch to Arthur's Pass Tours + TranzAlpine Train & Lunch
NZ$440
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Caving & Optional Castle Hill Tour
NZ$329
per adult
