Porters Lodge
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Keziah Honnor
Ranking: 10/10
Was an awesome spot, we rung in last minute because of conditions. Julia and her husband were extremely accomodating, despite there being a big group of us they happily fit us in. Couldn’t recommend more! Food was amazing, accommodation was beautiful, toilets were tidy and showers were nice and hot!
Justin
Ranking: 10/10
Great site in the mountains. Down a 6km maintained gravel road. Only 4 powered spots however. Hosts very kind and served amazing meals. They have a bar and restaurant for food. Bathroom and showers clean. Not a lot of sand flies. Good spot to stop before Christchurch.
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Andrew Dickson
Ranking: 10/10
Amazing place to stay. We stayed at a powered campervan site. The lounge was great, clean showers and bathroom. Decent internet for its remote location. Very family centric if your traveling with children.
Dieter Giesen
Ranking: 10/10
The Motorhome Sites are embedded in mountains. A great atmosphere. Just five kilometers of well-developed gravel road lead to this idyll. The lodge has a very cozy lounge with a view of the breathtaking surroundings. There is free internet and good food. The friendly owners create an absolute feel-good atmosphere. We highly recommend Porters Lodge.
Porters Lodge responds:
Thanks for your review Dieter, it was a pleasure having you and we're delighted you enjoyed your time here!
K&KRahimi
Ranking: 10/10
This place is divine. Set back in the mountains, cozy lodge, good food.
Porters Lodge responds:
Thanks for the great review, we're delighted you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again on your next trip to the area.
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Michael
Ranking: 10/10
We really loved this place. Short drive on a very well maintained gravel road. Warm welcome from the managers. We loved Ryan’s seafood showder and lamb. Lovely setting in the mountains. Cosy Lounge room with fireplace. Good place for our toddler to crawl. A good base to explore castle hill. Stayed a addional night. Thank you very much.
Porters Lodge responds:
It was our pleasure to have you guys and it is great to hear you enjoyed the food so much. We hope you had a safe trip home.
AMANDA WALKER
Ranking: 10/10
Wow, fabulous views, clean hot shower, excellent facilities, and great hosts . Hosts were new and very informative and generous with their time ( best chippies , ever !) About a 6 km drive along gravel road , well worth the drive! Such a relaxing place, loved it here , perched high on the mountain , even when the lightning and thunder rolled in!
Porters Lodge responds:
Thanks for your feedback Amanda, we're delighted you enjoyed your time with us, not to mention the chippies! We hope to see you again in the future.
Tina
Ranking: 10/10
Stunning views of the mountains.
Such an amazing location.
Friendly host.
Clean and warm showers. Free WiFi that worked. There's also a games room and laundrette facilities on site.
Would definetly stay here again. And a bargain at 25NZD for 2 people on a powered site.There's about 7km of gravel track to get there but worth it.
Porters Lodge responds:
Hi Tina,
Thanks for the lovely review.
Cheers - Ian