Methven Location & Directions


Pinedale Backpacker Lodge is conveniently located at 11 Alford Street right in Methven Mt Hutt village close to restaurants, cafes, bars, supermarkets, shopping, service stations and i-SITE Visitor Information Centre.

From Christchurch

Follow the Main Highway (SH1) south from Christchurch towards Ashburton. At Rakaia, turn right at the Mobil petrol station, then follow the signs for Methven.  When you arrive in Methven, turn left at the Mobil petrol station, then turn right at the main intersection (when the Brown Pub is on your right) along Forest Drive and take the second right into Alford Street and you’ll find us at no 11. 
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Follow the West Coast Road (SH73) from Christchurch to Darfield and turn left along Inland Scenic Route 72. Then follow the signs for Methven.  Once in the 50km zone take the third right onto Allen Street, then second left into Alford Street and you’ll find us at no 11.

From Queenstown/Wanaka

Follow SH8 to Fairlie, turning left to Geraldine to follow the Inland Scenic Route (SH 72) until turning right towards Methven along Pudding Hill Road.  When you first arrive in Methven, you will be driving along Forest Drive, Alford Street is the third on the left and you’ll find us at no 11.