3 Best Hotels in Methven, Christchurch and Canterbury

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Brinkley Resort

$$$ | 43 Barkers Rd., Methven, 7730, New Zealand

These affordable one- and two-bedroom apartment-style units are just a two-minute walk from the center of town, surrounded by landscaped gardens. Shackleton's Bar and Grill features the best Canterbury produce, perfect after drinks in front of the open fire in the bar. They also do different packages including ballooning, golf, fishing tours, mountain shuttles, and ski and helicopter trips.

Pros

  • Tennis court, hot tub, children's playground, and putting green
  • Plenty of off-street parking and a helipad
  • 12 ski areas within easy range, including Mt. Hutt

Cons

  • Convention center on-site, so sometimes it can be busy
  • Rooms overlooking the parking lot are noisy
  • Some rooms are compact
43 Barkers Rd., Methven, 7730, New Zealand
03-302–8855
Hotel Details
Restaurant closed Nov.–May
80 rooms
No Meals

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Methven Motels and Apartments

$$ | 197 Main St., Methven, New Zealand

This modern accommodation complex has both motel rooms and apartments for small or large groups. It's warm in winter, which is a big plus for weary skiers, and many of the units have whirlpools, and all have the latest showers. Ask them about their apartments and holiday homes off-site, too.

Pros

  • Drying cupboard for ski clothing and short-term gear storage
  • Electric blankets
  • Upstairs rooms have views of Mt. Hutt

Cons

  • Road outside can be busy
  • Free Wi-Fi only if you book directly with the hotel
  • TVs could do with an upgrade
197 Main St., Methven, New Zealand
03-302–9200
Hotel Details
8 units
No Meals

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Ski Time

$$ | 43 Racecourse Ave., Methven, 7730, New Zealand

This lodge has comfortable and heated self-contained apartments and private rooms. It features a popular restaurant and bar, with cozy indoor dining by a roaring fire, or alfresco with mountain views. A light continental breakfast is included, and there's also the option to use the free ski storage and laundry facilities. Relax in the shared lounge area; watch TV and play a game of pool. 

Pros

  • Mountain views
  • Affordable rates
  • Short walk to thermal pools

Cons

  • Rooms are quite basic
  • Some rooms can be noisy
  • Restaurant can be packed during ski season
43 Racecourse Ave., Methven, 7730, New Zealand
03-302–8398
Hotel Details
14 rooms, 5 apartments
Free Breakfast

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