Title: Forest Lodge - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=122296304&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Forest Lodge Hostel in Craigieburn Forest Park with free parking ## Photo gallery for Forest Lodge ![Terrace/patio - Forest Lodge (Craigieburn Forest Park)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122300000/122296400/122296304/ea563b3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property video](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/5CE9271FE4B2397E89B94FCEB9271216/d74ae002-28ee-4806-83b7-0cbc31416e7e-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=1080) ![Living area - Forest Lodge (Craigieburn Forest Park)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122300000/122296400/122296304/9637a1a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Forest Lodge (Craigieburn Forest Park)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122300000/122296400/122296304/ce8f1b2d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Double or Twin Room, Mountain View - Forest Lodge (Craigieburn Forest Park)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122300000/122296400/122296304/ab86f537.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Forest Lodge provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 7.0 Good ## Popular amenities - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Kitchen ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan. 20 - Jan. 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-20&endDate=2026-01-21&selected=122296304&PinnedHotelID=122296304&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-20&endDate=2026-01-21&selected=122296304&PinnedHotelID=122296304&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan. 21 - Jan. 22](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-21&endDate=2026-01-22&selected=122296304&PinnedHotelID=122296304&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-21&endDate=2026-01-22&selected=122296304&PinnedHotelID=122296304&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan. 23 - Jan. 25](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=122296304&PinnedHotelID=122296304&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=122296304&PinnedHotelID=122296304&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan. 30 - Feb. 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=122296304&PinnedHotelID=122296304&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=122296304&PinnedHotelID=122296304&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ### View all photos for Double or Twin Room, Mountain View ![Double or Twin Room, Mountain View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122300000/122296400/122296304/8f97ce66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double or Twin Room, Mountain View ### Highlights Refrigerator Cookware/dishes/utensils Stovetop Oven Shared/communal kitchen Desk - 108 sq ft - Mountain view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Shared Dormitory ![Free WiFi, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122300000/122296400/122296304/17bfcd9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory ### Highlights Refrigerator Cookware/dishes/utensils Stovetop Oven Shared/communal kitchen - 129 sq ft - Sleeps 6 - 3 Twin Bunk Beds ### View all photos for Room ![Free WiFi, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122300000/122296400/122296304/be888e08.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room ### Highlights Refrigerator Cookware/dishes/utensils Stovetop Oven Shared/communal kitchen - 129 sq ft - Sleeps 6 - 3 Twin Bunk Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCraigieburn-Forest-Park-Hotels-Forest-Lodge.h122296304.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCraigieburn-Forest-Park-Hotels-Forest-Lodge.h122296304.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Craigieburn Forest Park is home to Forest Lodge. Porters Ski Area and Mount Olympus Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cave Stream Scenic Reserve and Kura Tawhiti Scenic Reserve. [Visit our Craigieburn Forest Park travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Craigieburn-Forest-Park.dx6113015) [View more Hostels in Craigieburn Forest Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Craigieburn-Forest-Park-Hostels.d6113015-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-43.17295%2C171.68568&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=vCpy7vFgTc5kUk_ZW4SjV1OyNcU=) Mount Cheeseman Ski Field Road, Craigieburn Forest Park, Canterbury Region, 7580 ### What's nearby - ![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! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6196337/14904fed-960e-4662-84f9-03bbdff6c33c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Porters Ski Area 40 min drive \- 27.1 km - ![Temple Basin, Arthur’s Pass, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621563224369/301d0c25-1c7c-4112-9d83-558ed743acb0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Temple Basin Ski Area 58 min drive \- 70.7 km - Cave Stream Scenic Reserve 18 min drive \- 8.3 km - Kura Tawhiti Scenic Reserve 31 min drive \- 13.0 km - Mt Cheeseman Ski Area 41 min drive \- 45.4 km ### Getting around - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) 86 min drive ### Restaurants - Flock Hill Lodge ## About this property ### Forest Lodge Property highlights Forest Lodge provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 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Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash Property Registration Number 9429046760838 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### National rating Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services. ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Forest Lodge pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Forest Lodge? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Forest Lodge? ### What time is check-out at Forest Lodge? ### Where is Forest Lodge located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Forest Lodge Reviews 7.0 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Amenities ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew Jan 14, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The host fantastic, we had the place to ourselves basically. The views were great. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/c78fbce7-b5b6-40ac-8b66-e9ad5483955f-1768353389345.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4da96e08-ab8f-44cb-a620-0b5955c6e6bb-1768353383636.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/6aee3f6f-b722-4fdf-9ef5-6dc5dc876c54-1768353390654.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2516bd12-026e-4d51-8ebb-22bbad44c237-1768353394281.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Andrew Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 4/10 Poor #### Jeffrey Dec 14, 2025 ##### Jeffrey Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025