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The Brown Pub

Property class: 2.5

Photo gallery for The Brown Pub

A bar area with multiple taps, a stone wall, and a view of the restaurant in the background.
A bar area with a polished wooden counter, a bartender, and a variety of bottles and glasses.
A neatly made bed with white and pink linens, a floral wall decoration, and a window with floral curtains.
An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and picnic-style benches, covered by black umbrellas with the logo "MACS".
A room with a large window, a wooden railing, and a patterned hanging light fixture.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Kitchen
The current price is NZ$98
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug

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
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Mount Hutt Skifield
    ‪54 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Triple Room, Multiple Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Triple Room, Multiple Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Twin Room (Room 5))

A small, tidy room with two single beds, a teal chest of drawers, and a window with a floral curtain.

Twin Room (Room 5))

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Quadruple Room (Room 6)

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden dresser, a bathroom with a mirror, and a small seating area with a chair and a table.

Quadruple Room (Room 6)

  • City view
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Triple Room (Room 8)

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a clock, and a window with blinds.

Triple Room (Room 8)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Single Room

A bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, a bedside table, a mirror, and a sink.

Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Double Room (Super King Room)

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window.

Double Room (Super King Room)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

A bedroom with a bed, a small table with a lamp, and a door leading to another room.

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 14 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a door, and a wall painting.

Deluxe Double Room

  • Mountain view
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room (Room 3)

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a wall clock, and a door leading to another room.

Deluxe Double Room (Room 3)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Twin Room (Room 5))

A room with two single beds, a teal dresser, a window with a floral curtain, and a door with a number.

Twin Room (Room 5))

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Single Room

A neatly made bed with a blue patterned bedspread, a stack of folded towels, and a wooden nightstand with a mirror and a small table.

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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 Awa Awa Rata Reserve.

What's nearby

  • Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Rakaia Gorge - 14 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Ashburton Domain - 35 min drive - 40.7 km
  • Lake Hood - 53 min drive - 52.9 km
  • Mount Hutt Skifield - 54 min drive - 38.1 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Pub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Primo E Secundo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Brown Pub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Alpine Grind - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cafe 131 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Brown Pub

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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  • Free Wi-Fi
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includes taxes & fees
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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
  • Limited on-site self parking

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: 2:00 PM; 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 in advance for check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
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

Access methods

Private entrance

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

Property class

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 14 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Brown Pub on 19 Aug 2026 start from NZ$98, 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 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Brown Pub?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Brown Pub Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 115 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 115 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 115 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 115 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 115 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for a classic pub
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice value and the shared patio was very pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are very warm and welcoming. Facilities are kept clean. Very comfortable bed and overall a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfy bed, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, great location for the hot pools nice food cleaners are lovely 😍
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding pub with great food and really high quality accommodation at backpacker budget prices. Extremely friendly and helpful staff. Methven is a delightful small town in the shadow of Mt. Hutt. Plenty of good places to eat. 100% recommendation for The Brown Pub.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean but simple rooms…sharing showers and bathrooms we did not care for too much
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place for one night
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Diego

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

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Blair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good option cheap Accommodation, pub downstairs was quite noisy until close but was a Saturday night
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Silke

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

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay for a country pub.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cherie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very comfortable and lots of clean bathrooms
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sagi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect accommodation love everything about it
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Reed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Saff where absolutely excellent friendly. Elephant towels where was an awesome touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
This was a great place to stay as a stop over, very clean with good amenities. The use of a kitchen area , fridge and lounge area was really great. We only had a drink in the bar but there is the option to eat. It is near the road but little road noise and not too noise from the pub . There is a shared bathroom but as we were the only ones staying we had sole use. Methven is a nice town , hot pools are lovely . Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bernie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked everything about this place very good value for money
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elisa

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

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
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely country pub with a clean and comfy room. Just don't book on a Friday night as the locals 'sing?' karaoke until midnight and the clean up continues until 1.30am. Not even noise-cancelling headphones could keep that din out!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ally and Brad

Liked: Cleanliness
Love the staff a home away from home and enjoy meeting the locals - return every couple of weeks to chill on the pool table and the balcony to watch the world go by !
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dean

Liked: Staff & service
Awesome pub very nicely renovated after the 2019 fire .For value can’t beat it will will definitely stay again .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was priced reasonably. Staff were GREAT ! We were the only ones staying so it felt like we have the entire upstairs to ourselves. Shower was fantastic. Nice decor. Short walk to the pools.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025