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4.3 out of 5

"Didn’t like that it was not serviced The same towels for three nights Barely enough toilet paper No rubbish bags A pitiful amount of dishwashing p ... " More

By a verified traveller on Sun 31 Mar 2019

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Hotel Description

At Brinkley Resort, you'll be 12 km (7.5 mi) from Rakaia Gorge. Highlights at this eco-certified aparthotel include free self parking, a bar/lounge, and a conference center.

Each apartment is soundproofed and features free WiFi, an LCD TV, and a hair dryer. In-room dining is easy with amenities like a refrigerator, a microwave, and a stovetop. Weekly housekeeping is available.

The family restaurant, Shackleton's Bar & Grill, serves local cuisine. Shackleton's Bar is the aparthotel's own cocktail bar, serving drinks along with dinner. Additionally, you'll find free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities such as food and water bowls.

Places within a 15-minute walk of this 4-star Methven aparthotel include Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa and Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa.

Studio Queen Room

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Garden View

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

Brinkley Resort ratings based on 128 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.3 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Brinkley Resort

Everyone (38) Couples (43) Family (47)
4 out of 5

Posted by on 26 Sep. 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

10 Oct. 2019 by Gayle

Dear Anon, Thank you for taking the time to review our property. We hope to see you again.

5 out of 5

Posted by on 19 Jul. 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

22 Jul. 2019 by Gayle

Thank you for your review. Look forward to seeing you again. warm regards.....Gayle & Paul

4 out of 5
Didn’t like that it was not serviced The same towels for three nights Barely enough toilet paper No rubbish bags A pitiful amount of dishwashing powder Dishes were dirty before we had used them Positives - good location comfy beds

Posted by on 31 Mar. 2019

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4 out of 5
Very comfortable bed wish the restaurant had been open

Posted by on 17 Mar. 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

26 Mar. 2019 by PC

Hi..glad you enjoyed your stay

4 out of 5
We had a lovely stay here in Summer. Unfortunately on the week there was a lot of rain from Cyclone Gita. The room was comfortable and warm and had little kitchenette which was perfect aa it meant we didnt have to go out in the rain. However, with good weather its just a short stroll in to town and the staff were happy to give recommendations of where to eat. Would love to come back in Winter as it is the perfect location to get to Mt Hutt for snowboarding. Although we didnt get to use the facilities including the spa or resturant. They look great

Posted by on 26 Feb. 2018

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3 out of 5

Not as appealing as advertised.

Reception not marked clearly & as arrived out of hours had trouble finding unit as numbers were covered by Bush. No tv or wifi for entire stay. Very disappointing even though problem was to be rectified.. Shower pressure weak. Restaurant & bar closed which was a deciding factor in booking. Would not be returning!!

Posted by , from Christchurch on 18 Nov. 2017

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4 out of 5

Lucky we were given a site map to find room.

Pros: Quiet unit, attached laundry with free powder.
Cons: Very surprised that there was no double glazing to cut down street noise from trucks. Bathroom heater on a short timer - brrr in the winter.
Location: Walking distance of town centre and across from showgrounds.
Once we eventually found our room with help of site map we were very impressed as it was a miserable day and the heater had been turned on so it was lovely and cosy. We arrived after reception was closed and left before opening- keys were left in a receptacle by the main doors. Only people we saw were other guests.

Posted by , from Central Otago on 15 Oct. 2017

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1 out of 5

Very disappointed

We booked 24 hours before travelling and there were plenty of rooms available. Then our flights were cancelled due to bad weather. We changed onto another flight, which was cancelled as well. We had to cancel many bookings, and the only one we didn't get full refund was Brinkley. They charged us 100% for two nights. They may have had the right to do this, but it did not feel like the right thing to do since there had been no cost to them and they didnt miss out on any bookings because of us. We spoke to a staff member who said said that there was nothing she could do, but that the owners would call us to discuss. They never rang.

Posted by on 18 Sep. 2017

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5 out of 5

Great

Great location well set out. Gas heater super warmp

Posted by on 8 Jul. 2017

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Comment from Hotel Management

22 Jul. 2017 by Gayle

Thank you for your comments. We're pleased you enjoyed your stay with us & look forward to seeing you again. warm regards.....Gayle - Manager

4 out of 5

Great resort.

Shame there's a a catch on "free wifi" only gives 300mb on the whole durition of the stay.

Posted by , from Sydney on 7 Jul. 2016

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Renovations + Closures

The following facilities will be closed during the summer:

  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Property Features

Public spaces have free WiFi. You'll find a business center on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills are also featured at the eco-certified Brinkley Resort. Free self parking is available. This 4-star Methven aparthotel is smoke free.

  • 37 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground on site
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Brinkley Resort offers 37 accommodations with hair dryers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • LCD television
  • Cable channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Stove
  • Kitchenware
  • Cribs (surcharge)
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Hair dryer
  • Sound-insulated rooms
  • Connecting rooms available

Food & Drink

Shackleton's Bar & Grill - This family restaurant specializes in local cuisine. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Shackleton's Bar - This cocktail bar serves dinner only. A children's menu is available. Open select days.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 21
  • Check-in time ends at 7:00 PM

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Reception hours vary seasonally. From October - May, the front desk hours are 9 AM-5 PM (reduced hours may apply); June - September hours are 9 AM-7 PM.

The property’s restaurant is closed October - May.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM.
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information and lockbox information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 per stay.

Pet Policy

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 44 lbs per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Included WiFi is limited to 300 MB per room. A surcharge applies for additional usage.

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No lifts
  • Pets allowed in specific rooms only
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Front desk opens daily at 9:00 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 7:00 PM
  • Pets allowed (no fees)
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Property is not currently implementing any enhanced cleaning measures
  • Property is not currently implementing any guest safety measures

Fees

Optional extras

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

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Brinkley Resort Methven
  • Brinkley Resort
  • Brinkley Methven
  • Brinkley Resort Methven
  • Brinkley Resort Aparthotel
  • Brinkley Resort Aparthotel Methven

You should know

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply. To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Awards & Affiliations

  • Qualmark

National Rating

Qualmark® assigns an official star rating for accommodations in New Zealand. This Apartment property is rated 4 stars.

Official New Zealand Rating provided by Qualmark®

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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.