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The Brown Pub

2.5 star property
Hotel in Methven with a restaurant and a bar

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Relax in a casual outdoor dining area with picnic tables and umbrellas, steps from the Liquor Centre.
Restful retreat with a neatly made bed, decorative mirror, and floral window treatments.
Prepare meals in this compact kitchenette with a microwave, refrigerator, and ample countertop space.
Enjoy a casual dining experience with a variety of seating options and a fully stocked bar.
Cozy seating area with a sofa, armchairs, and a small table, surrounded by framed photographs and decorative art.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

Map
Corner Main Street & Forest Drive, Methven, 7730
  • Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Methven Golf Course
  • Mount Hutt Skifield

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Room options

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Double Room (Super King Room) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room (Super King Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Triple Room (Room 8) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room (Room 8)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 151 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Single Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 97 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room (Room 5)) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room (Room 5))

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 118 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Quadruple Room (Room 6) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room (Room 6)

  • 151 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Triple Room, Multiple Beds | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Triple Room, Multiple Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 150 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

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

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Deluxe Double Room (Room 3) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room (Room 3)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 118 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Methven

Within a short walk of Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa, The Brown Pub is within a mile (2 km) of Methven Golf Course. This 12-room hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

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) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

The Brown Pub

Hotel in Methven with a restaurant and a bar
The Brown Pub features free WiFi in public areas, free newspapers, and a terrace. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Additional amenities include an ATM and a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Limited housekeeping is available.
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

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available for a fee: NZD 8 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [the bar]
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
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 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets (service animals welcome)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 8.00 per person

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
  • Check-in: noon—-6:00 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • 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

Brown Pub Hotel Methven
Brown Pub Hotel
Brown Pub Methven
Brown Pub
The Brown Pub Hotel
The Brown Pub Methven
The Brown Pub Hotel Methven

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Brown Pub?

The Brown Pub offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see around The Brown Pub?

This hotel is located in Methven within a short 13-minute walk of Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa. Methven Golf Course is also within a driving distance of 1.3 mi.

Is there parking available at The Brown Pub?

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

Does The Brown Pub have a casino at the property?

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

Is there an indoor pool at The Brown Pub?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Brown Pub?

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

Are there hot tubs at The Brown Pub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Brown Pub have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Brown Pub serves continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does The Brown Pub allow pets to stay free of charge?

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

Are there connecting rooms at The Brown Pub?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Brown Pub?

No, at The Brown Pub, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

The Brown Pub Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 86 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very handy for what I needed it for ((a night couple of day's out of ChCh I would've stayed Monday if I didnt have prior commitments. Staff are amazing, facilities clean as. Spacious as 👍 thank you for that I felt absolute spoiled. I will come down for a feed next stay it's just I'd bought kai from home. Comfortable as AND my friend's are interested I always share great awe how to say 🤔 experiences again thank you. Ah the booking was so easy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Alistair

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

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

8/10 Good

Justin

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

10/10 Excellent

Elisa

Liked: Amenities
Nice upper floor lounge area. Lovely peaceful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Silke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, very clean place.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

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

Good value

Cheap and cheerful room with decent beds. Staff were lovely and super helpful, and the communal showers and toilets were very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vernice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All of it❤️
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hamish

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

6/10 Okay

april

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The food was average and staff need to be more chaty and friendly.but accomodation very good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

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

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

ROBIN

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room with shared bathroom, but there were plenty of them all very clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Brown Pub is the ideal location for a cost effective holiday. I've stayed here a number of times and keep coming back. Remember, it's a pub so it goes off like a frog in a sock on Friday and Saturday nights - so either be part of the celebrations or wear ear plugs !! The staff are sensational - going that extra mile even into the wee hours of the morning. The rooms are clean and warm, the kitchen is great, stacks of hot water in the showers... and the WiFi is faster than at home ! Everything you could possibly need for a short stay or a family holiday. I'll be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Machal

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

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The bed linen was very clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wee Yan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location ! The staff is friendly and helpful !
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Diego

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

10/10 Excellent

Brad

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

10/10 Excellent

Agnieszka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great value
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Definitely bang for your buck. Large room, warm. Adequate kitchenette for simple meal prep. Walk across the road to catch the Mt Hutt bus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff clean and comfortable. Good food in the restaurant
Stayed 1 night in May 2024