Brinkley Resort
43 Barkers Road
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Why people book this hotel
“The location”
“Location was good, very comfortable”
“Had everything we needed for a comfortable stay”
“Free laundry facility next to room”
“It was very clean”
“It was well cared for, clean and bright”
“Friendly staff, late check out, close to the village”
“The location and the service”
“Views , how homely it felt, quiet neighbourhood, easy parking”
Overview
Brinkley Resort is situated in the Alpine heartland region of Methven and features views of Mt Hutt. The 4-star resort offers fully self-contained apartments suitable for couples, families or groups. Surrounded by 2 hectares of landscaped gardens, it boasts a tennis court, a restaurant and a hot tub with mountain views. Brinkley Resort Methven is 3 minutes’ drive from the Methven Racecourse and Methven Golf Course. Mount Hutt is a 30-minute drive, and Christchurch International Airport is an 80-minute drive away. All apartments are fully self contained with your private laundry shared between the two bedroom apartment and studio. Each apartment has a full kitchen and studios have a kitchenette, ideal for families or couples wanting to cook. Property has been upgraded with complimentary high-speed fibre Wi-Fi. Open from July until October, Shackleton's Restaurant offers a la carte dining.
Traveller reviews
Sue
extended_group
June 4, 2026
“Location good , accomo not as expected”
The location
Sue
extended_group
June 4, 2026
“Location good , accomo not as expected”
The location
Pauline
couple
May 12, 2026
“Ok for a short stay”
Location was good, very comfortable
Stuart
extended_group
May 2, 2026
Location
Cheryl
solo_traveller
April 30, 2026
“Disappointed”
It was very clean.
Patricia
couple
March 29, 2026
“We really liked our accommodation and found it very comfortable and convenient.”
It was well cared for, clean and bright. Had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Very roomy, comfy bed and good location to the town.
WENDY
couple
March 19, 2026
“Great location, great facilities, clean”
The closeness to our intended activity …okupe springs
Susan
couple
February 24, 2026
Free laundry facility next to room
Luke
couple
February 21, 2026
Friendly staff, late check out, close to the village
Peter
family_with_children
February 15, 2026
Large clean rooms and laundry available. Great location to centre of town.
Catriona
family_with_children
February 7, 2026
Location was great Unit was clean and well appointed
Richard
couple
January 22, 2026
“Just what we needed”
Quiet
Phil
family_with_children
January 19, 2026
“Very enjoyable and value for money!”
Awsome Location and warm rooms after a cold day skiing!
Teresa
solo_traveller
January 5, 2026
“Beautiful overall, enjoyed it with the family, peaceful and quiet , felt very homely”
Views , how homely it felt, quiet neighbourhood, easy parking
Stacey
family_with_children
December 26, 2025
Lovely apartment, bathroom and kitchen area great.
Sarah
couple
December 15, 2025
“We had a nice stay. The walking and hiking was incredible 😊”
The room was nice. It was clean and the facilities good. The location to town was walkable and also the Opaku spa.
Abby
couple
October 31, 2025
“Location and cleanliness was great!”
The location and the service
Ronald Bruce
couple
September 25, 2025
“NA”
shortage towels and loo paper
Alana
extended_group
September 18, 2025
On site restaurant and bar were great. Rooms were lovely. Great spot!
Marion
family_with_children
September 15, 2025
Very close to the ski field
Facilities
Activities
Tennis court, Golf course (within 3 km), Fishing, Skiing, Spa and wellness centre, Children's playground, Hot tub/Jacuzzi, Hiking, Cycling, Horse riding, Mini golf, Tennis equipment, Spa lounge/relaxation area, Spa/wellness packages, Walking tours, Bike tours, Happy hour, Live sport events (broadcast), Archery
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles, Kids' outdoor play equipment
Food & Drink
Kid meals, Breakfast options, Special diet menus (on request), Restaurant, Bar
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Delivered food is securely covered
General
WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking throughout, Designated smoking area, Family rooms, Heating, Non-smoking rooms, Safety deposit box, Soundproof rooms
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture, Picnic area, Garden, Terrace, BBQ facilities
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Accessible parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Key access, Smoke alarms, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals
Self check-in
Lockbox key collection at the property
Services
Grocery deliveries, Private check-in/check-out, Express check-in/check-out, Business centre, Babysitting/child services, Laundry, Room service, Meeting/banquet facilities, Packed lunches, Fax/photocopying, Tour desk, Luggage storage
Ski
Ski storage
Three-Bedroom Apartment
This self-contained 3 bedroom apartment consists of 3 bedrooms - 2 queen beds and 2 single beds. (1 queen and 4 single beds are available upon request.) The apartment offers an open plan lounge, full kitchen and dining room. There is a bathroom with bath, shower and separate toilet. There is also a kitchenette, additional shower, toilet and private laundry. Free WiFi is available. You may wish to bring your own spa pool towel or extra can be provided at a charge. You can request your preferred bedding configuration in the Special Request Box at the time of booking. Please note that the bedding configuration is not guaranteed and will be confirmed upon arrival, subject to availability. Please note that there is no capacity for additional guests. Please note that housekeeping service is only offered for stays of more than 7 nights. A mid-week service is offered for stays of more than 7 nights.
Twin Studio
This studio features a private patio and a kitchenette with a 2-burner stove, a microwave and a small refrigerator. It also has an iPod docking station, free WiFi and a flat-screen TV. Shared laundry facilities are available. You may wish to bring your own spa pool towel or extra can be provided at a charge. Please note that there is no capacity for additional guests. Please note that housekeeping service is only offered for stays of more than 7 nights. A mid-week service is offered for stays of more than 7 nights.
Two-Bedroom Apartment
This apartment features a private balcony or patio. It has a fully equipped kitchen and a separate living room with a flat-screen TV. Free WiFi is offered. Shared laundry facilities are available. You may wish to bring your own spa pool towel or extra can be provided at a charge. Please note that there is no capacity for additional guests. Please note that housekeeping service is only offered for stays of more than 7 nights. A mid-week service is offered for stays of more than 7 nights.
Queen Studio
This studio features a kitchenette with a 2-burner stove, a microwave and a small refrigerator. It also has a flat-screen TV ad free WiFi. Shared laundry facilities are available. You may wish to bring your own spa pool towel or extra can be provided at a charge. Please note that there is no capacity for additional guests. Please note that housekeeping service is only offered for stays of more than 7 nights. A mid-week service is offered for stays of more than 7 nights.
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