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The Brown Pub

2.5 star property
Hotel in Methven with restaurant and bar/lounge

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BBQ/picnic Area
Hallway
Meeting facility
Shared kitchen
Deluxe Double Room (Room 3)

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$95
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec

Explore the area

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Corner Main Street & Forest Drive, Methven, 7730
  • Place, Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Rakaia Gorge
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Mount Hutt Skifield
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Triple Room, Multiple Beds

Deluxe Triple Room, Multiple Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 14 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room (Room 5))

Twin Room (Room 5))

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 11 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Quadruple Room (Room 6)

Quadruple Room (Room 6)

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 14 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Triple Room (Room 8)

Triple Room (Room 8)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 14 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Single Room

Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 9 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room (Super King Room)

Double Room (Super King Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 12 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Heating
2 bedrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 14 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 11 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room (Room 3)

Deluxe Double Room (Room 3)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 11 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Methven

At The Brown Pub you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa and 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Methven Golf Course. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Additionally, you'll find a snack bar/deli and free newspapers in the lobby. Each morning continental breakfast is available. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Methven hotel include Rakaia Gorge Walkway and Rakaia Gorge.

What's nearby

  • Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Rakaia Gorge - 11 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Ashburton Domain - 22 min drive - 39.3 km
  • Lake Hood - 39 min drive - 51.1 km
  • Mount Hutt Skifield - 39 min drive - 32.0 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Pub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪AQUA Japanese Restaurant & Takeaways - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Primo E Secundo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Green Parrot Bar & Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Patrons Bar & Restaurant - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Brown Pub

Hotel in Methven with restaurant and bar/lounge
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Brown Pub also features a terrace, a garden, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Self parking is free.

This Methven hotel is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Brown Pub offers 12 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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

  • Smoke-free property

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 8.00 per person

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
This property accepts credit cards
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 and Mastercard.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

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

What is the cancellation policy at The Brown Pub?

The Brown 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 Brown Pub?

As of 11 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Brown Pub on 14 Dec 2025 start from AU$94.88, 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 Brown Pub?

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

Is there a spa on site at The Brown Pub?

No, there is no spa at this property. Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa is a short 13-minute walk away.

Does The Brown Pub serve breakfast?

Sure does, continental brekkie is offered daily.

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

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Brown Pub?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

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

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

Are pets allowed at The Brown Pub?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

The Brown Pub Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 92 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 92 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 92 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 92 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Agnieszka

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just the job for a stopover...good pub kai too.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Rob

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
meal was very average for the price. Steak was beautifully cooked but just came with fries and egg. Door to guest quarters needs oiling badly as squeaks terribly. very limited menu. No complimentary milk for tea & coffee. Staff very helpful and pleasant. Real old school character and charm to building. Bed very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place. I just had some challenges about toilets and showers in need of a renovation. The room was very clean and comfy, views were very, very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

DWAINE

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large room big bed. No tv and have to share bathroom with 2 other rooms but still good value for money
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve been through Methven a number of times but never stayed in town overnight, but the Brown Pub was a pleasant surprise, classic pub hotel, the food was excellent and staff as well. My room was much nicer than the photo, people in the pub were friendly and not rowdy, would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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

Travelled 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

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