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The Blue Pub

2.0 star property
Inn with free parking, in the vicinity of Rakaia Gorge

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Porch
Exterior
Fridge, microwave
Interior entrance
Triple Room | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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2 Barkers Road, Methven, 7730
  • Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Mount Hutt Skifield
  • Methven Golf Course

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Room options

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Super King Room | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Super King Room

  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

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

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Queen Room | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room

  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Single Room | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Triple Room | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room

  • 125 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Methven

The Blue Pub places you 7.9 mi (12.7 km) from Rakaia Gorge. This 12-room inn welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Rakaia Gorge - 14 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Rakaia Gorge Walkway - 16 min drive - 13.9 miles
  • Ashburton Domain - 29 min drive - 24.4 miles
  • Lake Hood - 46 min drive - 31.8 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Dubliner - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Primo E Secundo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Brown Pub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Thai Chilli Methven - Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Craft @ Arabica - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Blue Pub

Inn with free parking, in the vicinity of Rakaia Gorge
Guests of The Blue Pub enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Additional amenities include a terrace, an ATM, and a communal living room.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms are shared.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

Czech, English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • The Blue Pub

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.95 percent for credit card payments
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Customers may be requested by the property to provide documentation of recent travel history (such as showing passport immigration stamps) and/or complete a health declaration.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.95 percent

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: noon—-9 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Blue Pub Inn Methven
Blue Pub Methven
Blue Pub
The Blue Pub Inn
The Blue Pub Methven
The Blue Pub Inn Methven

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Blue Pub?

The Blue Pub provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do close to The Blue Pub?

This inn is located in Methven within a short 14-minute walk of Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa. Methven Golf Course is also within a driving distance of 1.7 mi.

Is parking available on site at The Blue Pub?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the inn.

Does The Blue Pub have a casino at the property?

No, The Blue Pub doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Blue Pub?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Blue Pub?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like a bar and a terrace plus some guestrooms include mountain views.

Are there hot tubs at The Blue Pub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this inn.

Does The Blue Pub have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The Blue Pub doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Blue Pub allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Blue Pub though service animals are welcome.

Does The Blue Pub have connecting rooms?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Blue Pub?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Blue Pub.

The Blue Pub Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Bruce

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Restaurant food good, friendly staff, the rooms were comfortable although a little dated.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Jeremy

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fleas!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jerald

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An interesting small hotel located in 2nd floor of bar and restaurant. Attractive price. Good fast service in restaurant. Expect noise from the bar before midnight.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Ken

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We got what we paid for. This is budget accommodation. Our room was over the bar front/outdoor dinning area and was noisy. There is no internal access from the bar/dinning area to the accommodation. You have to exit the pub, walk around to the back and come in a separate back entrance. Common kitchen and bathrooms were clean and tidy. No complaints really.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Latoya

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Brian

Traveled with group
Disliked: Amenities
C
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value accomodation. Nice food, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sachiyo

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Amy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Avoid to stay on the weekend. There’s live band playing in the pub and you can’t sleep even with ear plugs
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Allan

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very old and tired. But location is great and price is reasonable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My stay here was comfortable relaxed and the staff were very nice also the locals were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Anne

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

Anne

We were surprised at how good the pub was considering the age of it. The floor creaked in our bedroom but the bed was good. We were in the room next to the bathroom so that was great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Staff & service

Great for the price

The accommodation was suited well for the cheap price but a proper kitchen would have been good!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

nice accommodation

Great, central
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and atmosphere Dont stay on a band night if you want a night sleep (they do warn about this)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good, easy, cheap and good service. Would recommend it to anyone needing a quick stay over.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice character pub, friendly staff lacking in info a wee bit but they were pretty busy.. I did end up leaving at 2am though (luckily I was just passing thru and had that choice) surprisingly it wasn’t the general pub noise but a hellish unpredictable fridge/chiller/heat pump? (Some sort of motor) that kept me from getting any rest. Had a quick scroll to see it’s probably just that room? #3 What was the noise though? I’m in deep now.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

robert

Super Bargain

The Blue Pub offers very basic accommodation at exceptionally low prices. The room was bare bones. Bed, coat rack, and small wall shelf. There are shower and toilet facilities down the hall in individual cubicles. There is also a guest lounge area with a TV and kitchenette. My room was neat and clean. The room was not serviced daily. The common area is shared by the 14 guest rooms, but is rarely used by more than a couple of guests at a time. The common area is dated and is a clean up after yourself area, so it depends on the habits of the other guests.There is also access to a veranda that overlooks the large patio and street front. Parking is easy. Downstairs the Pub has a large bar area which was fairly busy most evenings. Located close to the Mt. Hutt ski area, I would stay here again. My wife would go for a more upscale hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay with friendly staff and the room was nice and warm
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the retro feel of the place and the food in the restaurant was great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019