The Blue Pub

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

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Porch
Billiards
Interior entrance
Exterior
Triple Room

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$91
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov

Explore the area

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

Room options

Super King Room

Highlights

Heating
Blackout curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
Located on the top floor
Daily housekeeping
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Blackout curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
Located on the top floor
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Queen Room

Highlights

Heating
Blackout curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
Located on the top floor
Daily housekeeping
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Blackout curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
Located on the top floor
Daily housekeeping
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Blackout curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
Located on the top floor
Daily housekeeping
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Triple Room

Highlights

Heating
Blackout curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
Located on the top floor
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

About the area

Methven

At The Blue Pub, you'll be 12.7 km (7.9 mi) from Rakaia Gorge and 26.4 km (16.4 mi) from Mount Hutt Skifield. Highlights at this inn include free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, The Blue Pub, is open for lunch and dinner. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this Methven inn include Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa and Methven Golf Course.

What's nearby

  • Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Rakaia Gorge - 14 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Rakaia Gorge Walkway - 16 min drive - 22.3 km
  • Ashburton Domain - 29 min drive - 39.3 km
  • Lake Hood - 46 min drive - 51.1 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Pub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪AQUA Japanese Restaurant & Takeaways - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Brown Pub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cafe 131 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Station Coffee - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Blue Pub

Inn with free parking, in the vicinity of Rakaia Gorge
As a guest of The Blue Pub, you'll find a terrace, an ATM, and a communal living room. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. The Blue Pub also features a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. Free self parking is available.

This Methven inn is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
The Blue Pub offers 12 accommodations with blackout curtains. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.95 per cent 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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.95 per cent

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

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 on-site 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
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

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

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

What is the cancellation policy at The Blue Pub?

The Blue Pub offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Blue Pub?

As of 25 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Blue Pub on 14 Nov 2025 start from AU$90.58, including 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.

Is parking available at The Blue Pub?

Yep, The Blue Pub has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at The Blue Pub?

No, there is no spa at this property. Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa is a short 14-minute walk away.

Does The Blue Pub serve breakfast?

Yep, brekkie is offered daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Blue Pub?

No, The Blue Pub does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Blue Pub?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Blue Pub?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Blue Pub?

No, only service animals are allowed.