The Brown Pub
Corner Main Street & Forest Drive
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Why people book this hotel
“Comfortable and good facilities”
“Outstanding service Great restaurant Very comfortable and well appointed units”
“Friendly and Welcoming”
“private and quiet time when staying staff super helpful”
“The location very close by the shops in the township the meals couldn't fault we…”
“Great location and views”
“Comfy warm clean room, wash basin in room, shared toilet and showers”
“Very Welcoming Clean Comfortable rooms Great showers Wonderful staff Good secur…”
“at very reasonable price”
“Price, cleanliness and location”
“Free car park”
Overview
The Brown Pub is a budget hotel offering accommodation in Methven. With free WiFi, this property has a shared lounge and a bar. The property boasts a restaurant. The accommodation offers access to a shared bathroom and shared kitchenette. The economy hotel offers a children's playground. A number of activities can be enjoyed in the surroundings, including skiing, cycling and hiking. Ashburton is 31 km from The Brown Pub. Christchurch International Airport is 74 km from the property. Please be aware that we host Karaoke most Friday nights in the Main Bar downstairs and while this is a rip roaring night if you are keen to party, if you are more interested in a quiet night of eyeball cleaning, it may pay to check our events page prior to booking your accommodation.
Traveller reviews
Craig the Traveller
solo_traveller
June 20, 2026
Friendly and Welcoming
dave
solo_traveller
June 1, 2026
“Clean warm comfy room upstairs of a rural pub. Recommend..”
Comfy warm clean room, wash basin in room, shared toilet and showers. at very reasonable price.. $20 steak deal on mondays in brown pub downstairs.
nicola anne odonnell
solo_traveller
May 16, 2026
private and quiet time when staying staff super helpful
Linda
couple
March 30, 2026
Comfortable and good facilities.
Anthea
family_with_children
March 30, 2026
The location very close by the shops in the township the meals couldn't fault were value for money
Joanne
couple
March 30, 2026
Everything.
Claire
solo_traveller
March 21, 2026
“Lovely place to stay with a private covered balcony for guests to use.”
Great location and views.
Reuben
couple
February 23, 2026
Toilets as you entered property were stinky which started the experience on the wrong foot. I am probably not the best person to rate it’s not my standard kind of accomodation so don’t take my rating too seriously
Kevin
couple
February 19, 2026
“Very pleasant 👍”
Good location
Hugh
couple
February 14, 2026
Very Welcoming Clean Comfortable rooms Great showers Wonderful staff Good secure parking
Hugh
solo_traveller
February 14, 2026
Outstanding service Great restaurant Very comfortable and well appointed units.. Highly recommend the staff and comfort 👍 Great job doing things right.
Robert
solo_traveller
February 13, 2026
“Comfortable bed a bottle of water in the room. A sink Robbie,UK”
It’s in the centre of the town. Free car park. Free Tea and coffee with a small Kitchen Staff were friendly good beer
Marco
solo_traveller
February 10, 2026
“it is a cool experience!! easy, clean, silent, wonderful old style room”
wonderful place .. old style
Craig
extended_group
February 5, 2026
“Would stay again. But small improvements are needed to make you feel really welcomed.”
Location and character.
Wengli
solo_traveller
January 30, 2026
“Very nice experience.”
The building is located in the perfect place and could watch the street views from the window. Also could sit in the balcony to enjoy the meals which is wonderful. There are several shower rooms and toilets. The room is quite. There's a free bottle water in the room. It's easy to order food from downstairs bar.
ROB
solo_traveller
January 23, 2026
Price, cleanliness and location
Simon
solo_traveller
January 19, 2026
“GREAT LOCATION EASY ACCESS AND VALUE FOR MONEY”
Craig
solo_traveller
January 18, 2026
“Great bed,very comfortable 👍”
I didn't have the breakfast um quick question was the breakfast part of the deal or extra ?
Graeme
solo_traveller
January 8, 2026
“It’s a better place to stay than the blue pub on the other side of the road, although it’s owned by the same guy.”
The place has been renovated with comfortable beds and the shared bathrooms are good in comparison with other places I’ve stayed.
Sara
extended_group
January 6, 2026
Friendly staffs, restaurant onsite as we arrived with hungry kids from long drive and it was convenient we ordered when we arrived, food was tasty and yummy, bed comfy, place was clean, it was close to everything, great place for family and kids, highly recommend
Facilities
Activities
Golf course (within 3 km), Skiing, Children's playground, Billiards, Karaoke, Darts, Hiking, Cycling, Nightclub/DJ, Evening entertainment, Live music/performance
Entertainment and family services
Kids' outdoor play equipment
Food & Drink
Kid meals, Breakfast options, Snack bar, Restaurant, Bar
General
Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Heating, Non-smoking throughout, Designated smoking area, WiFi available in all areas
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Sun terrace
Parking
Parking on site, Accessible parking, Parking, Free parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Safety & security
Fire extinguishers
Self check-in
Lockbox key collection at the property
Services
Shared lounge/TV area, ATM/cash machine on site, Packed lunches
Two-Bedroom Apartment
This apartment is comprised of 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a shower. The apartment features carpeted floors and offers a seating area, heating and mountain views. The unit offers 3 beds.
Deluxe King Room
This double room features a shared bathroom, a carpeted floor and heating. The unit offers 1 bed.
Deluxe King Room
This double room features a shared bathroom, a carpeted floor and mountain views. The unit offers 1 bed.
King Room
This double room has a shared bathroom, a carpeted floor and heating. The unit has 1 bed.
Deluxe Triple Room
This triple room has a shared bathroom, a carpeted floor and mountain views. The unit has 2 beds.
Triple Room
This triple room has a shared bathroom, a carpeted floor and heating. The unit has 2 beds.
Twin Room
This twin room features a shared bathroom, a carpeted floor and heating. The unit offers 2 beds.
Quadruple Room
This quadruple room has a shared bathroom, a carpeted floor and heating. The unit has 3 beds.
Single Room
This single room features a shared bathroom, a carpeted floor and heating. The unit offers 1 bed.
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