Ski Holidays & AccommodationBOOK
Mt Cheeseman’s accommodation options are set in a true alpine wonderland, only 90 minutes drive from Christchurch. There are two accommodation lodges.
The lodge right on the ski field is called “Snowline” (pictured top right, with the Day Lodge including Cockayne Cafe on its left). Snowline offers catered, ski-in, ski-out accommodation with easy access; drive right up to within 15 metres of the lodge to the drop off/pick up area, and then park your car a short, easy stroll away. The ease of being able to ski straight to the lodge door and ski straight out onto the lifts makes Snowline popular for families and multi-day ski holidays. Ride the T-Bar lifts, and relax in the large communal dining/living area while your meals are prepared by our resident cook. Enjoy hot showers, sun-drenched decks and fresh tracks the next morning.
Cheeseman’s other mountain accommodation option is Forest Lodge, a self-catered backpacker-style lodge set on the fringe of the beech forest adjacent to an outdoor ice skating rink and mountain bike track. In winter, you’ll need transport to drive up to the field each day.
Go to bookings.
For one night, several nights, or either the 3-day/2-night OR 2-day/1-night package, go to Snowline – Overnight. Click on one of the three options. Then pick your dates. Note: you’ll need to make sure you have a quantity of adults/kids clicked, or it might say “nothing available”. If you have selected a quantity of adults/youth, and it still says “nothing available for your dates”, try a different room, or different date. The booking system can get confused if you’ve been on a Skiweek category and then you change to Overnight category. You may need to reset the quantity of adults etc and dates or room for it to show!
For Monday to Friday “skiweek” bookings (5 day, 4 night packages) go to Snowline – Ski Week. For most bookings, click the second option which takes you to general bunk rooms (the first option, Room 6 is if you wish to book the only double bed room). Please note you need to make the start date a Monday date or else it will show nothing available.
For whole lodge bookings, check out venue hire.
Gift Vouchers | Grab One
| Member | Season or Chill Pass Holder |
Visitor | |
| Adult | $445 | $695 | $1195 |
| Student | $395 | $595 | $895 |
| Youth (11-17yrs) | $325 | $499 | $745 |
| Child (3-10yrs) | $295 | $445 | $445 |
| Senior (65+ yrs) | $395 | $595 | $895 |
| Premium Room (Queen Bed Rm 6 for two people) | $1,040 | $1,540 | $2,540 |
Family bookings receive 10% saving at Snowline Lodge for overnight accommodation only. Conditions apply and discount code MUST be entered at time of booking. (Bottom left of first booking screen click Apply Promo Code or Voucher and enter FAMILY)
| Member | Season or Chill Pass Holder |
Non-Member | |
| Adult | $99 | $149 | $165 |
| Student | $85 | $125 | $125 |
| Youth (11-17yrs) | $65 | $99 | $99 |
| Child (3-10yrs) | $55 | $79 | $79 |
| Senior (65 + yrs) | $85 | $125 | $125 |
| Member | Non-Member | |
| Adult | $40 | $50 |
| Student | $40 | |
| Child under 16 | $30 | $35 |
| Private Dorm (6 Beds) |
$149 | $199 |
| Private Family Room (1 Double 1 Single) |
$109 | $109 |
| Exclusive Lodge (38 Beds) |
$1,000 |
Group Accommodation
Snowline venue hire Forest Lodge bookings.
Accommodation Terms & Conditions
Full terms and conditions can be found here
Snowline Lodge is a homely, friendly, welcoming haven after a day on the slopes. Recuperate around the pot belly stove before the warm and lively dinner hour. Enjoy the rustic, cozy and authentic mountain lodge atmosphere. The lodge sleeps up to 68 people in 13 bunkrooms with four to six bunks per room. For a more private experience, you have the option to book a room exclusively, but during our bustling periods, you might find yourself sharing the space with fellow snow enthusiasts. We embrace a communal spirit here, and all guests are kindly asked to pitch in with some light tasks, which might include helping with meals, doing dishes, or keeping our shared spaces tidy. It’s a great way to meet new friends and enhance the warm, community feel of our lodge. Children must be at least 3 years old to stay overnight in Snowline Lodge during winter. Guests provide their own sleeping bag, pillow case and towel. Linen hire is available on request.
For an affordable, fun ski holiday, book in for a Ski Week at Snowline with a great value, all-inclusive ski holiday package.:
5 day lift passes, Monday to Friday, 4 night’s accommodation in Snowline Lodge (Monday to Thursday), 3 group lessons (Tuesday to Thursday), 3 meals a day, 2 free ‘Cheeseman’ treats, 1 awesome week of fun!
Cheeseman does not provide any shuttle service from the road to our ski field; you need to either have your own vehicle or have pre arranged a shuttle service.
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Nestled amongst beech forested hills and native tussock lands 720m above sea level, Forest Lodge boasts affordable, comfortable, and charismatic backpacker accommodation for all walks of life, all within 1 hour 30 minute drive from Christchurch city.
With access to some of the best skiing/snowboarding NZ, a large network of mountain bike trails, an onsite natural ice-skating rink, and just a 15min drive away from the popular rock-climbing/bouldering spot at Castle Hill rocks, Forest Lodge is a adventure enthusiast’s dream.
Managed independently, Forest Lodge is available all year round. http://www.forestlodge.info
