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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
Triple Room
Interior entrance
Billiards
Exterior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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2 Barkers Road, 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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Super King Room

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

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Family Room

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

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Queen Room

Queen Room

Highlights

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

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Single Room

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

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Twin Room

Twin Room

Highlights

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

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Triple Room

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.
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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) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Pub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪AQUA Japanese Restaurant & Takeaways - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Primo E Secundo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Green Parrot Bar & Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Patrons Bar & Restaurant - ‬9 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
  • Limited on-site self parking

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

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

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.

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.

The Blue Pub Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 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

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Ace for the price.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Bryce

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Latoya

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Bruce

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
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 traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fleas!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jerald

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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 traveller

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 traveller

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 traveller

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 traveller

Travelled 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 traveller

Business traveller
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