Methven Motels & Apartments

4.0 star property
Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Rakaia Gorge

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Exterior
Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette | Living area | LCD TV, DVD player
Standard Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
View from property
Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen (Budget Family) | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
197 Main Street, Methven, 7730
  • Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Rakaia Gorge
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Mount Hutt Skifield
    ‪39 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Apartment, Multiple Bedrooms, Kitchen

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 4 Twin Beds

Executive Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Mountain View

  • 344 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette

  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

Standard Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen (Budget Family)

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Methven

Methven Motels & Apartments places you 7.9 mi (12.7 km) from Rakaia Gorge. This 11-room, 4-star motel has in-room conveniences like kitchenettes, sitting areas, and microwaves.

What's nearby

  • Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Methven Golf Course - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Rakaia Gorge Walkway - 11 min drive - 9.8 miles
  • Rakaia Gorge - 13 min drive - 7.9 miles
  • Mount Hutt Skifield - 39 min drive - 16.0 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Dubliner - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Primo E Secundo - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Brown Pub - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Thai Chilli Methven - Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Craft @ Arabica - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Methven Motels & Apartments

Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Rakaia Gorge
Guests staying at Methven Motels & Apartments enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a garden. There's free parking if you drive. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide front-desk service during limited hours.
LCD TVs come with DVD players, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Kitchenettes, washers/dryers, and sitting areas are also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 2006
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for NZD 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of NZD 25.00
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (18 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for NZD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: NZD 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay) plus NZD 25.00 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Methven Motels Apartments
Motels Apartments
Methven Motels
Methven Motels & Apartments Motel
Methven Motels & Apartments Methven
Methven Motels & Apartments Motel Methven

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Methven Motels & Apartments?

Methven Motels & Apartments offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Methven Motels & Apartments?

As of May 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Methven Motels & Apartments on May 25, 2025 start from $82.35, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do within easy reach of Methven Motels & Apartments?

This motel is located in Methven within a short 7-minute walk of Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa. Methven Golf Course is also within a driving distance of 1.6 mi.

Will I be able to park at Methven Motels & Apartments?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Methven Motels & Apartments include a casino on the premises?

No, Methven Motels & Apartments doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Methven Motels & Apartments?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is Methven Motels & Apartments good for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will value amenities like a kitchenette, mountain views in some guestrooms, as well as a garden.

Does Methven Motels & Apartments have a hot tub?

Yes, some guestrooms at this motel feature private indoor spa tubs.

Does Methven Motels & Apartments have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Methven Motels & Apartments doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Methven Motels & Apartments allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Methven Motels & Apartments for a fee of NZD 20 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Methven Motels & Apartments?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Methven Motels & Apartments?

No, at Methven Motels & Apartments, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Methven Motels & Apartments Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 237 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 74 out of 237 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 237 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 237 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 237 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Friendly hosts. Lovely and quiet place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Regan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just all round good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cath

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Thanks for great stay! Friendly service, comfortable room, location is perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice welcome by Warren. Very comfy king size bed. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our fav place to stay in Methven
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hosts…helpful and accommodating in all ways. Clean and spacious units…walkable to town and Pools. A lovely property. Excellent spot.will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable motel with friendly welcome
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

SE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a wonderful stay. 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Menachem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Selena R

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent choice for Methven!

Great hospitality, very clean, comfortable, with a nice kitchenette. I would highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely town.

Stayed here as an overnight stop on our travels. Very welcoming on arrival. Told us where to go for dinner etc. The brown pub and the blue pub were lovely
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The people running this are amazing, so friendly and accommodating. They let us know all the good spots to eat and everything was within walkkng distance, they even let us leave there car while we did a hot air balloon ride.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Accommodation and service was excellent, very hospitable owners ready to assist and provide information as required, within easy walking distance of village centre
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

NICOLA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice people
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only 7 minutes walk to Opuke and centre of town . Pet friendly too
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Simon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner was very friendly and helpful when we checked in. Apartment was in tip top condition and very well maintained overall . Although we stayed for only 1 night , it was a pleasant experience overall .
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

MaryAnn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice staff. Made you feel at home. Rooms were clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Methven gem

Lovely clean, spacious motel a walk away from Opuke hot pools and dining options.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Last Minute Life-Saver

We booked this stay at about 6:30pm on Hotels.com when our previous plans fell through, and started driving. When we got to the motel at 8:15pm, no one was in the office. We opened our confirmation email and saw that the office closed at 8pm and if we were going to be later, we needed to let them know ahead of time. We weren't sure what to do, but eventually we found the owner's cell number and texted him. He and his wife came back and checked us in. We were so grateful! They were very kind. The apartment was clean and spacious and comfortable. We were very happy to have a nice place to sleep. The owners also recommended a wonderful breakfast place!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Comfortable Room

Comfortable room, but dated decor. The managers were very helpful and gave good recommendations on restaurants and other activities in town.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert, OFALLON

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. Room was very spacious the the host was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024