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Methven Motels & Apartments

4.0 star property
Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Rakaia Gorge

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Travelers find a tranquil setting at this property near Rakaia Gorge, where a garden creates a restful atmosphere. The apartments come with in-room WiFi and laundry facilities for practical comfort. Previous guests particularly appreciate the staff's helpful approach.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen (Budget Family) | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen (Budget Family)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
  • 538 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Shower/tub combination
  • 700 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Apartment, Multiple Bedrooms, Kitchen

Standard Apartment, Multiple Bedrooms, Kitchen | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Apartment, Multiple Bedrooms, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
LCD TV
3 bedrooms
  • 538 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 4 Twin Beds

View all photos for Executive Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Mountain View

Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
Shower/tub combination
Jetted bathtub
  • 344 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe House | Living area | LCD TV

Deluxe House

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
197 Main Street, Methven, 7730

What's nearby

  • Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Rakaia Gorge - 10 min drive - 11.9 miles
  • Ashburton Domain - 23 min drive - 24.7 miles
  • Mount Hutt Skifield - 39 min drive - 19.4 miles
  • Lake Hood - 40 min drive - 32.0 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Pub - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪AQUA Japanese Restaurant & Takeaways - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Primo E Secundo - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Green Parrot Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Patrons Bar & Restaurant - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Methven Motels & Apartments

Upscale motel near Rakaia Gorge
Methven Motels & Apartments provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Methven Motels & Apartments boast perks such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and kitchenettes

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 2006
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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 8:00 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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Methven Motels Apartments
Motels Apartments
Methven Motels
Methven Motels & Apartments Motel
Methven Motels & Apartments Methven
Methven Motels & Apartments Motel Methven

Frequently asked questions

Is Methven Motels & Apartments pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Methven Motels & Apartments?

As of Dec 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Methven Motels & Apartments on Dec 28, 2025 start from $84.49, excluding 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Methven Motels & Apartments?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Methven Motels & Apartments?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Methven Motels & Apartments located?

Situated in Methven, this motel is 7.9 mi (12.7 km) from Rakaia Gorge.

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Reviews

Methven Motels & Apartments Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.0

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 155 out of 256 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 78 out of 256 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 256 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 256 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 256 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hosts. Warm, cosy accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cath

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Thanks for great stay! Friendly service, comfortable room, location is perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Amenities
Friendly hosts. Lovely and quiet place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We really enjoyed our stay at this motel. Had a lovely chat with the property manager who was obliging and friendly. Beautiful clean apartment that was extremely spacious with a very comfortable bed. Would stay here again for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable motel with friendly welcome
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great motel.

Lovely warm and spacious units. Great location handy to both the hot pools and town. Could walk to either. Very friendly hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hosts…helpful and accommodating in all ways. Clean and spacious units…walkable to town and Pools. A lovely property. Excellent spot.will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and very convenient location in the town and to the local ski fields.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Harley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for a wonderful stay, great facilities, easy walk to town and across the road from the pools.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

W

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great ski spot

Great stay for a weeks sking. Warm clean room great location.. Will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Good location, warm, comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well kept motel very friendly staff and a easy walk to get food and drink
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauryne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay! Fantastic service and in a very convenient location. Very spacious and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice welcome by Warren. Very comfy king size bed. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable clean accommodation- good amenities. Easy walk to town and nice walks in the area
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only 7 minutes walk to Opuke and centre of town . Pet friendly too
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful and friendly hosts. Well appointed, with everything we needed for our short stay and would love to come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. Room was very spacious the the host was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

MaryAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice staff. Made you feel at home. Rooms were clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Selena R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent choice for Methven!

Great hospitality, very clean, comfortable, with a nice kitchenette. I would highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The people running this are amazing, so friendly and accommodating. They let us know all the good spots to eat and everything was within walkkng distance, they even let us leave there car while we did a hot air balloon ride.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cath

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great comfortable stay, friendly couple run the place. Walking distance to everything. Would def stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly properties, clean and modern facilities. Fantastic views from the upstairs rooms. Will stay there again when next in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner was very friendly and helpful when we checked in. Apartment was in tip top condition and very well maintained overall . Although we stayed for only 1 night , it was a pleasant experience overall .
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Owners very friendly. Good access to Mt Hutt snowfields and surrounding facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024