Brinkley Resort

Hotels
8.3 (355 reviews)
43 Barkers Road , Methven , nz

listing image 1
Show all photos
Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
BBQ facilities
Luggage storage
See all facilities

Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Inconsistent service during check-in

Categories

Cleanliness
7.38
Some concerns about cleanliness with reports of beetles and lack of toilet paper.
Service
8.85
Generally positive feedback, with mentions of helpful and friendly staff.
Location
8.89
Multiple reviews highlight the excellent location near amenities and attractions.
Room Quality
7.84
Rooms are described as clean and generally well-equipped, though some found beds uncomfortable.
Amenities
8.37
Good facilities like on-site restaurant and spa noted positively.
Value for Money
8.33
Good value for the price paid based on several reviews.
Food and Beverage
8.38
Positive comments on the restaurant and food quality.
Overall Experience
8.35
Mostly enjoyable stays reported with some room for improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 05:42

Property Description

Breathtaking Alpine Views
Experience the beauty of Mt Hutt from Brinkley Resort, nestled in Methven's Alpine heartland.

Luxurious Amenities
Enjoy the convenience of fully self-contained apartments, a tennis court, and a hot tub with stunning mountain views amidst 2 hectares of landscaped gardens.

Culinary Delights
Indulge in a delectable dining experience at Shackleton's Restaurant, offering a fine selection of a la carte dishes.

Book your stay at Brinkley Resort Methven for an unforgettable Alpine getaway.

Important information:

Please note that a 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.

Please note the seasonal restaurant is open from June to October each year.

Please note that the property is allowing Pets however you need to ask for a request giving the said information needed (Breed, Size, and Weight).Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: CHC

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for NZD 20 per person per stay when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 355 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.38
Service: 8.85
Location: 8.89
Room Quality: 7.84
Amenities: 8.37
Value for Money: 8.33
Food and Beverage: 8.38
Overall Experience: 8.35
S
Susan • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Free laundry facility next to room

Cons:

Not enough space for suitcases

2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
R
Richard • couple • nz
8
Just what we needed
Pros:

Quiet

Cons:

All good

2026-01-22 • via Nuitee
M
Millie • couple • nz
10
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
D
Damien • couple • au
9
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
M
Morag • extended_group • nz
7
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
D
David • family_with_children • nz
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
P
Phil • family_with_children • nz
10
Very enjoyable and value for money!
Pros:

Awsome Location and warm rooms after a cold day skiing!

Cons:

The shower pressure and temperature could be a bit better.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
G
Genevieve • family_with_children • au
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
T
Teresa • solo_traveller • au
7
Beautiful overall, enjoyed it with the family, peaceful and quiet , felt very homely
Pros:

Views , how homely it felt, quiet neighbourhood, easy parking

Cons:

No plastic bags for rubbish , a lot of beetles inside the property but didn’t bother us, far from a lot of places

2026-01-05 • via Nuitee
S
Stacey • family_with_children • nz
8
Pros:

Lovely apartment, bathroom and kitchen area great.

Cons:

Beds and pillows weren't too our liking

2025-12-26 • via Nuitee
S
Sarah • couple • au
8
We had a nice stay. The walking and hiking was incredible 😊
Pros:

The room was nice. It was clean and the facilities good. The location to town was walkable and also the Opaku spa.

Cons:

The room was small and there wasn’t enough toilet paper for the time we spent there. They would only provide another role at a cost. The host was nice but not very knowledgeable about walking trails.

2025-12-15 • via Nuitee
L
Lucy • couple • au
9
2025-12-02 • via Nuitee
S
Suzanne • couple • nz
10
Quiet and relaxing
Pros:

very close to Methven township and cafes

Cons:

No Dinner service in November

2025-12-02 • via Nuitee
J
Jack • couple • nz
10
2025-10-31 • via Nuitee
A
Abby • couple • nz
8
Location and cleanliness was great!
Pros:

The location and the service

Cons:

NA.

2025-10-31 • via Nuitee
M
Mat • couple • nz
10
2025-10-31 • via Nuitee
A
Alexandra • couple • nz
6
2025-10-26 • via Nuitee
C
chris • family_with_children • nz
8
2025-10-22 • via Nuitee
S
Sam • solo_traveller • nz
10
2025-10-13 • via Nuitee
L
Leahy • solo_traveller • au
4
Thought it was quite overrated. To me, didn't really qualify as a resort.
Pros:

Location OK. Didn't have the breakfast.
Restaurant Ok, but not much choice

Cons:

Thought it was quite overrated. To me, didn't really qualify as a resort.
bed pretty small

2025-10-13 • via Nuitee