Where to stay...

There are a number of accommodation providers near-by to the ski area. Read on for the low down on where to stay when skiing at Porters.



SPRINGFIELD MOTEL AND LODGE

Come and see why we offer the Best Accommodation in Springfield! Situated on a quiet back street off the main road overlooking a farm and the mountains, guests have the peace and quiet they expect from the country.

The Lodge is very new offering modern facilities including Full Designer Kitchens, Outdoor Spa Pool with outdoor speakers, LCD TVs and comfortable dining/living area for your convenience. The facilities are at a very high standard making it a enjoyable trouble free stay. Whether you are after a one night stop over, a relaxing weekend of wining and dining or an adventure packed activity holiday, Springfield Motel and Lodge can cater for you!

Phone: +64 3 318 4018, Email:
www.springfieldholidaylodge.co.nz


PORTER HEIGHTS ALPINE LODGE

Warm and comfortable, right on the mountain, only 5 minutes below ski area car park. There are 5 family rooms and 2 bunkrooms, with resident manager and chef offering Dinner/Bed/Breakfast from late June to October. Friendly, apres-ski atmosphere, licensed bar, large lounge, games room, ski tuning room, drying room, and laundry. To see our rates, including discounts for school groups and race teams, go to http://www.skiporters.co.nz/main/alpine-lodge.

Phone: +64 3 318 4011 (season only), Email: porterheightslodge@xtra.co.nz
www.skiporters.co.nz


THE BURN ALPINE BED & BREAKFAST - CASTLE HILL VILLAGE

A warm and relaxed atmosphere only 8kms west along the highway from Porters. Fantastic food, heated rooms, spacious living area, spa & massage, drying room and ski workshop. Single $80 p/p, b&b. Double $140, b&b. Cooked Breakfast available, $10 p/p. Dinner on request, $35 p/p. Multi-stay rates available.

Phone: +64 3 318 7559, Email:
www.theburn.co.nz


SMYLIES ACCOMMODATION SPRINGFIELD

YHA, motels, lodge. Family owned and operated since 1988. Only 30 min to the Porters car park. Rates are: YHA from $23, motels from $85 for 2 persons, dinner/bed/breakfast from $60 per person. Drying room, tune ups, library, Japanese bath, TV and videos, fully made beds and heaters in all rooms. Check out `The Rough Guide` for our food write up.

Smylies also offer transport and on mountain packages direct from Springfield. Contact Colin for more information or to make a booking.

Phone: +64 3 318 4740, Email:
www.smylies.co.nz


THE SPRINGFIELD HOTEL AND BACKPACKERS

The warm and cozy Hotel boasts an open fire and a hearty bistro. Just 30 minutes from Porters, the Springfield Hotel is a great place to go after a big day on the slopes. On offer is a range of accommodation from Country Hotel Rooms to Backpacker Dormitories and Camper Parking. There is a kitchen, showers, laundry, drying room, television and plenty of parking. Groups and families are welcome.
West Coast Road SH 73, Springfield, Canterbury.

Phone: +64 3 318 4812, Email:
www.springfieldhotel.co.nz


PINEDALE LODGE - METHVEN

If you are looking for quality budget Methven accommodation with more style, then award winning Pinedale Backpacker Lodge Mt Hutt is the place to stay. You choose between staying in our private, self-contained 2 bedroom apartment  or sharing with others in the lodge with the option of private double or twin rooms, shared or family rooms. Pinedale is the perfect spot if you are looking to stay at in Methven and ski at Mt Hutt but are also looking at skiing at Porters and any of the club ski areas. Pindale also offer return transport to Porters on demand.

Phone: 0800 METHVEN (638 483), Email: pinedalelodge@xtra.co.nz
www.pinedalelodge.co.nz

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