Porters Ski Area Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Castle Hill Conservation Area is an awesome place for a morning stroll. Good photo compositions can be found all over the place. We didn't get great light that day but at least some moody clouds.
Castle Hill Conservation Area is an awesome place for a morning stroll. Good photo compositions can be found all over the place. We didn't get great light that day but at least some moody clouds.
Absolutely stunning! We visited on the opening weekend and it was great. Powdery open trails, get trails for all levels too. Not busy by any standard, and the views from the top are breathtaking. Advice: It is in a basin where the sun doesn't get to much so dress warmly! And I would recommend a 4 wheel drive as the road is very steep gravel :) Other than that - just the essentials. Snacks, and a camera!
Castle Hill in New Zealand is named after the array of limestone boulders in the area, reminiscent of an old run-down stone castle. Apparently it's the epitome of the South Island's climbing scene, however when we were there, we had the whole place to ourselves. It really makes you feel like a tiny ant, like my little boyfriend who is in the picture ☺️🐜 #InStone #castlehill #newzealand #rocks
First hike of NZ trip.
Porters Lodge

Porters Lodge

2.5 out of 5
State Highway Castle Hill
The price is AU$177 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
AU$177
10 Feb - 11 Feb
includes taxes & fees
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! (32 reviews)
Room was well maintained and the common bathroom/toilet was clean. Staff was friendly and food was good. Everything expected in a ski lodge.

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Porters Lodge
Methven Resort

Methven Resort

3.5 out of 5
51 Main St Methven Canterbury
The price is AU$118 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$118
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Methven. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 3 meeting rooms. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (150 reviews)
Very helpful and friendly staff. Upgraded on arrival.

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Methven Resort
Fable Terrace Downs Resort by Mgallery

Fable Terrace Downs Resort by Mgallery

4.5 out of 5
623 Coleridge Road Windwhistle
The price is AU$293 per night from 12 Feb to 13 Feb
AU$293
12 Feb - 13 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Windwhistle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a golf course. Popular attractions Rakaia Gorge Walkway and Washpen Falls are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (157 reviews)
Really enjoyed our time here, spacious apartment, and good amenities

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Fable Terrace Downs Resort by Mgallery
See all 111 properties in Porters Ski Area
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.
A quite gateway in the mountain! Cass cottage 1 - Lake Pearson, Authur's Pass

A quite gateway in the mountain! Cass cottage 1 - Lake Pearson, Authur's Pass

Lake Pearson Canterbury Region
Stay at this cabin in Lake Pearson. Enjoy patios.
10/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
All was more than allright! The cottage is well arranged, clean and equiped smartly. We've got a nice stay.Our host was disponible and discret.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

A quite gateway in the mountain! Cass cottage 1 - Lake Pearson, Authur's Pass
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (13 reviews)
All good

Reviewed on 31 July 2025

Brinkley Resort
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
Lovely stay with my young family. Very clean, very peaceful and had everything we needed

Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025

Pudding Hill Lodge & Chalets
See all properties in Porters Ski Area
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

Absolutely stunning! We visited on the opening weekend and it was great. Powdery open trails, get trails for all levels too. Not busy by any standard, and the views from the top are breathtaking. Advice: It is in a basin where the sun doesn't get to much so dress warmly! And I would recommend a 4 wheel drive as the road is very steep gravel :) Other than that - just the essentials. Snacks, and a camera!

Porters Ski Area

Hit the slopes in Castle Hill with a visit to Porters Ski Area. Amble around the area's parks or visit its churches.

Porters Ski Area

Kura Tawhiti Scenic Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Kura Tawhiti Scenic Reserve, a lovely green space in Castle Hill.

Kura Tawhiti Scenic Reserve

Korowai - Torlesse Tussocklands Park

Explore the great outdoors at Korowai - Torlesse Tussocklands Park, a lovely green space in Castle Hill. Make some time to visit the churches while you're in the area.

Korowai - Torlesse Tussocklands Park

Explore a world of travel with Expedia