Ski Time Lodge, Restaurant & Conferences

We are all about style, comfort & service. Everything about Ski Time is just right, from the open fires, classy decor, extensive wine list, fantastic food and brilliant service. Our stylish cosy atmosphere and warm welcome will ensure you never want to leave!

We are located only just over an hour's drive from Christchurch International Airport, 30 mins drive from Mt Hutt Ski Area and a mere 5 minute walk from the town centre of Methven. We are lucky enough to have stunning views of the Southern Alps providing our playground for both winter and summer activities.

Ski Time includes a fabulous restaurant and bar including the recently added adjoining lounge with gas fire and comfy leather couches.

There is a reason our restaurant is one of the most popular in town - it's not just the fantastic food or brilliant service, it's somehow the way the experience goes together. We welcome you to check out our menu or simply come on in, grab a seat by the roaring fire and start tasting...

We are well known for our extensive wine list and there is a great range to suit any occasion or menu selection including some wonderful imported selections.

Ski Time offers a wonderful setting for your very special wedding day. The unique combination of our delicious food and wine, superior service and spectacular alpine setting will ensure a memorable day for you and your guests.

At Ski Time we are passionate about what we do and we will take care of you in a friendly, professional manner to ensure your day is everything you've dreamed and more. We understand the importance of details and that it's the little things that all add up to make your day unforgettable.

The style and ambience that is Ski Time is hard to describe so we invite you to come and visit our venue and share your vision with us over a glass of wine or a cup of coffee.


Our conference centre offers a bright and spacious seminar room seating up to 50 people theatre style, 30 people in a classroom style layout and 20 people in a U-shape/ boardroom set up.

Guests and participants will appreciate the architectural design and ambience of our Methven conference venue. The interior is bright and airy, with full-length windows and French doors. The high ceilings, lighting and spotlighting help create a modern and professional atmosphere for your function.

Air-conditioning cools in summer and warms in winter; full-length drapes control light as required. Privacy and a clean and quiet environment is assured.

Conference venue presentation equipment is available including a LED 60 inch TV, AV Receiver to connect your laptop to the TV, whiteboards and wired and wireless broadband Internet.

We provide first-class catering and your guests will enjoy our restaurant with amazing views. Choose from a selection of morning and afternoon teas and a wide variety of lunch and dinner options. We receive many compliments from guests about the quality of our freshly prepared menu.

We will assist with bookings and arrangements to make your event a success at Ski Time. We can also offer a range of accommodation options to suit different budgets.

Our accommodation is tasteful, modern and well appointed. Choose from standard or deluxe rooms including quality twin, double, triple or family units all with private ensuite facilities. Light breakfast is included. In addition to the lodge accommodation are our new luxury villas to add to the range of options.