Title: The Brown Pub (Hotel) - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6025795&destination=Methven%2C+Canterbury%2C+New+Zealand&selected=21105070&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Brown Pub Travelers soak up sunshine in the garden or show off their billiards skills, then wake up to a continental breakfast in this welcoming atmosphere ## Photo gallery for The Brown Pub ![Bar (on property) - The Brown Pub (Methven)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21110000/21105100/21105070/508845a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![BBQ/picnic area - The Brown Pub (Methven)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21110000/21105100/21105070/57649a96.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Hallway - The Brown Pub (Methven)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21110000/21105100/21105070/49ac35fa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Double Room (Room 3) - The Brown Pub (Methven)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21110000/21105100/21105070/a4b8cc81.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Staircase - The Brown Pub (Methven)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21110000/21105100/21105070/b92dcee9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Brown Pub welcomes visitors with a picturesque garden and playground. Guests relax on the sunny terrace or challenge friends to billiards while staying connected with WiFi. The pub serves continental breakfast options that start the day right in this charming setting. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Bar - Kitchen ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Apr. 7 - Apr. 8](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-07&endDate=2026-04-08&selected=21105070&PinnedHotelID=21105070&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-07&endDate=2026-04-08&selected=21105070&PinnedHotelID=21105070&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Apr. 8 - Apr. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-08&endDate=2026-04-09&selected=21105070&PinnedHotelID=21105070&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-08&endDate=2026-04-09&selected=21105070&PinnedHotelID=21105070&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Apr. 10 - Apr. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=21105070&PinnedHotelID=21105070&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=21105070&PinnedHotelID=21105070&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Apr. 17 - Apr. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-17&endDate=2026-04-19&selected=21105070&PinnedHotelID=21105070&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-17&endDate=2026-04-19&selected=21105070&PinnedHotelID=21105070&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 3+ beds 1 bed City view Mountain view Showing 9 of 9 rooms ### View all photos for Deluxe Triple Room, Multiple Beds ![Deluxe Triple Room, Multiple Beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21110000/21105100/21105070/611f5d51.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Triple Room, Multiple Beds 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews - City view - 150 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Twin Room (Room 5)) ![Twin Room (Room 5))](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21110000/21105100/21105070/5e6dce60.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room (Room 5)) 8.0 Very good 1 review - City view - 118 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Quadruple Room (Room 6) ![Quadruple Room (Room 6)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21110000/21105100/21105070/db50fc97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Quadruple Room (Room 6) - City view - 151 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Triple Room (Room 8) ![Triple Room (Room 8)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21110000/21105100/21105070/7e47864c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Triple Room (Room 8) 10.0 Exceptional 1 review - City view - 151 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 3 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Single Room ![Single Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21110000/21105100/21105070/14be56fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Room 9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews - City view - 97 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Double Room (Super King Room) ![Double Room (Super King Room)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21110000/21105100/21105070/476eb694.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room (Super King Room) 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews - City view - 129 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms ![Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21110000/21105100/21105070/f4721ad5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms - 150 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room ![Deluxe Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21110000/21105100/21105070/3e6226fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room - Mountain view - 118 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room (Room 3) ![Deluxe Double Room (Room 3)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21110000/21105100/21105070/f50d70d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room (Room 3) 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews - Mountain view - 118 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMethven-Hotels-The-Brown-Pub.h21105070.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMethven-Hotels-The-Brown-Pub.h21105070.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Methven is home to The Brown Pub. Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa and Methven Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Awa Awa Rata Reserve and Rakaia Gorge. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails and other activities like skiing. [Visit our Methven travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Methven.dx6025795) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-43.63273%2C171.64702&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=9WnN1GX1YWiEYnqXgo60OXIK_O4=) Corner Main Street & Forest Drive, Methven, 7730 ### What's nearby - ![Rakaia Gorge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6060656/8bb0f557-4517-405d-80c0-928a8f6c4093.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Rakaia Gorge 11 min drive \- 14.8 km - ![Mount Hutt Skifield](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113020/b9ca9357-1c4a-449c-b015-ebfa9fb48597.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mount Hutt Skifield 41 min drive \- 32.0 km - Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa 16 min walk \- 1.4 km - Ashburton Domain 27 min drive \- 39.3 km - Lake Hood 42 min drive \- 51.1 km ### Getting around - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) 67 min drive ### Restaurants - Blue Pub 1 min walk - Primo E Secundo 2 min walk - Village Takeaways And Pizzas 1 min walk - The Brown Pub 1 min walk - Station Coffee 1 min walk ## About this property ### The Brown Pub Property highlights Consider a stay at The Brown Pub and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and a playground. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a restaurant. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Free self parking - Continental breakfast (surcharge), ATM/banking services, and smoke-free premises - A billiards/pool table and free newspapers Room features All guestrooms at The Brown Pub have amenities such as free WiFi. 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Garden - Terrace ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Shared kitchen access ### More - Heating ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: \[the bar\] Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance 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 6:00 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 Private entrance ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals welcome) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 8.00 per person The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher ### National rating Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services. ### Property is also known as Brown Pub Hotel Methven Brown Pub Hotel Brown Pub Methven Brown Pub The Brown Pub Hotel The Brown Pub Methven The Brown Pub Hotel Methven ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Brown Pub pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Brown Pub? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Brown Pub? ### What time is check-out at The Brown Pub? ### Where is The Brown Pub located? ### Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The Brown Pub Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 8.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 59 8 - Good 33 6 - Okay 13 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebekah Oct 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean room, comfy bed, friendly staff ##### Rebekah Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Allison Mar 19, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities This was a great place to stay as a stop over, very clean with good amenities. The use of a kitchen area , fridge and lounge area was really great. We only had a drink in the bar but there is the option to eat. It is near the road but little road noise and not too noise from the pub . There is a shared bathroom but as we were the only ones staying we had sole use. Methven is a nice town , hot pools are lovely . Would definitely stay again ##### Allison Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Silke Mar 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Friendly staff, very clean place. ##### Silke Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jim Mar 21, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A quirky-but-good place! Old, but beautifully (& recently?) renovated. Kitchen was mostly well equipped (air frier, but no frying pan). Lots of fridge & freezer space. Clean, too! Ask for a room NOT over the bar if you want to sleep early - but it was dead quiet after 11, so no problem for us. Water bottles provided in the room. Thanks! Only 1 sink on our floor (apart from the kitchen). But, no mirror there. Only 1 mirror - but not at a sink. A bit strange ... ! Know what you're getting, but if you don't mind a few quirks, I recommend it. ##### Jim Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alan May 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Friendly staff clean and comfortable. Good food in the restaurant ##### Alan Stayed 1 night in May 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wee Yan Aug 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Good location ! The staff is friendly and helpful ! ##### Wee Yan Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### david Apr 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I’ve been through Methven a number of times but never stayed in town overnight, but the Brown Pub was a pleasant surprise, classic pub hotel, the food was excellent and staff as well. My room was much nicer than the photo, people in the pub were friendly and not rowdy, would definitely stay here again! ##### david Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ally and Brad Mar 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness Love the staff a home away from home and enjoy meeting the locals - return every couple of weeks to chill on the pool table and the balcony to watch the world go by ! ##### Ally and Brad Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### april Jan 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Staff & service The food was average and staff need to be more chaty and friendly.but accomodation very good ##### april Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly Feb 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good value Cheap and cheerful room with decent beds. Staff were lovely and super helpful, and the communal showers and toilets were very clean. ##### Kelly Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Danielle Apr 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Very nice place. I just had some challenges about toilets and showers in need of a renovation. The room was very clean and comfy, views were very, very nice. ##### Danielle Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### DWAINE Apr 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Large room big bed. No tv and have to share bathroom with 2 other rooms but still good value for money ##### DWAINE Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### MIKE Jan 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Exactly what we expected. Clean, comfortable inexpensive accommodation. ##### MIKE Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Philip Oct 16, 2023 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities The location and heritage maintenance ##### Philip Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Claire Jan 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities What a great place! Value for money. Clean and really well kitted out. The bed was comfy and the shared balcony awesome. We'll be back!! ##### Claire Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Deborah Jul 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Definitely bang for your buck. Large room, warm. Adequate kitchenette for simple meal prep. Walk across the road to catch the Mt Hutt bus. ##### Deborah Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### HELEN Mar 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Suited us perfectly. Centrally situated. Staff most helpful and great to deal with. Kitchen to make tea/coffee was good. Only downside it is a joint bathroom and toilet, but is still most convenient as close to bedrooms. ##### HELEN Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Rob Apr 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities meal was very average for the price. Steak was beautifully cooked but just came with fries and egg. Door to guest quarters needs oiling badly as squeaks terribly. very limited menu. No complimentary milk for tea & coffee. Staff very helpful and pleasant. Real old school character and charm to building. Bed very comfortable. ##### Rob Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gail Apr 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very handy for what I needed it for ((a night couple of day's out of ChCh I would've stayed Monday if I didnt have prior commitments. Staff are amazing, facilities clean as. Spacious as 👍 thank you for that I felt absolute spoiled. I will come down for a feed next stay it's just I'd bought kai from home. Comfortable as AND my friend's are interested I always share great awe how to say 🤔 experiences again thank you. Ah the booking was so easy ##### Gail Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Craig Sep 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The Brown Pub is the ideal location for a cost effective holiday. I've stayed here a number of times and keep coming back. Remember, it's a pub so it goes off like a frog in a sock on Friday and Saturday nights - so either be part of the celebrations or wear ear plugs !! The staff are sensational - going that extra mile even into the wee hours of the morning. The rooms are clean and warm, the kitchen is great, stacks of hot water in the showers... and the WiFi is faster than at home ! Everything you could possibly need for a short stay or a family holiday. I'll be back. ##### Craig Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Libby Aug 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities I thought this place was excellent value for money. It is in a great location right on the Main Street - walking distance to everything. Akthough our room was quite small and basic the bed was very comfortable ( and large) sheets were a crisp cotton and very clean. The kitchenette was well kitted out and having a living space and verandah was excellent although both were tired and the living space a little overstuffed with a mishmash of furniture . The decor was also a mishmash but pretty inoffensive. The bathroom was very clean . I would stay again and recommend to others. I have no comment on the food as we didn’t eat at the hotel. ##### Libby Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martin Feb 20, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Outstanding pub with great food and really high quality accommodation at backpacker budget prices. Extremely friendly and helpful staff. Methven is a delightful small town in the shadow of Mt. Hutt. Plenty of good places to eat. 100% recommendation for The Brown Pub. ##### Martin Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Peter Feb 20, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Friendly staff, clean but simple rooms…sharing showers and bathrooms we did not care for too much ##### Peter Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Donna Sep 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Very clean, great location for the hot pools nice food cleaners are lovely 😍 ##### Donna Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Blair Jan 4, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Good option cheap Accommodation, pub downstairs was quite noisy until close but was a Saturday night ##### Blair Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Kaikoura-Waterfront-Apartments.h46121792.Hotel-Information) > - [Possum Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Manapouri-Hotels-Possum-Lodge.h76981300.Hotel-Information) > - [Akaroa on the Beach Apartments](https://www.expedia.ca/Akaroa-Hotels-Akaroa-On-The-Beach-Apartments.h9626017.Hotel-Information) > - [The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel](https://www.expedia.ca/Motueka-Hotels-The-White-Elephant-Accommodation.h9624615.Hotel-Information) > - [Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Hilton-Queenstown-Resort-Spa.h4268206.Hotel-Information) > - [Avon Motel](https://www.expedia.ca/Hawera-Hotels-Avon-Motel.h9629592.Hotel-Information) > - [Motueka TOP 10 Holiday Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Motueka-Hotels-Motueka-TOP-10-Holiday-Park.h7015031.Hotel-Information) > - [Discovery Countrytime Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Omarama-Hotels-Discovery-Countrytime-Hotel.h1145773.Hotel-Information) > - [Dusky Lodge - Hostel](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Dusky-Lodge.h13271116.Hotel-Information) > - [Nomads Rest](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-Nomads-Rest.h27954748.Hotel-Information) > - [Aqua Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-Aqua-Lodge.h51669090.Hotel-Information) > - [Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier](https://www.expedia.ca/Fox-Glacier-Hotels-Mt-Cook-View-Motel.h7275200.Hotel-Information) > - [Distinction Luxmore Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Te-Anau-Hotels-Distinction-Luxmore-Hotel.h519248.Hotel-Information) > - [The Reservation B&B](https://www.expedia.ca/Gore-Hotels-The-Reservation.h9679423.Hotel-Information) > - [Duvauchelle Seaside Motel](https://www.expedia.ca/Duvauchelle-Hotels-Duvauchelle-Seaside-Motel.h20930343.Hotel-Information) > - [Ribbonwood Country House](https://www.expedia.ca/Cheviot-Hotels-Ribbonwood-Country-House.h15876059.Hotel-Information) > - [The Kaka Point Motels](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaka-Point-Hotels-The-Kaka-Point-Motels.h9679525.Hotel-Information) > - [Abel Tasman Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Marahau-Hotels-Abel-Tasman-Lodge.h20040118.Hotel-Information) > - [Waitomo Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Te-Kuiti-Hotels-Waitomo-Lodge.h72941486.Hotel-Information) > - [Kumiko's Guest House](https://www.expedia.ca/Waipara-Hotels-Kumikos-Guest-House.h98505532.Hotel-Information) > - [Acacia Lodge Motel](https://www.expedia.ca/Mangonui-Hotels-Acacia-Lodge-Motel.h2600471.Hotel-Information) > - [Falcons Nest](https://www.expedia.ca/Cromwell-Hotels-Falcons-Nest.h31053004.Hotel-Information) > - [The Matarangi B & B](https://www.expedia.ca/Matarangi-Hotels-The-Matarangi-B-B.h97053938.Hotel-Information) > - [Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka](https://www.expedia.ca/Waitomo-Caves-Hotels-Kiwi-Paka-Waitomo.h19526472.Hotel-Information) > - [JetPark Hotel Hamilton Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Jet-Park-Hotel-Hamilton-Airport.h4281130.Hotel-Information) > - [Lakes Lodge Okataina](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Okataina-Hotels-Lakes-Lodge-Okataina.h88669411.Hotel-Information) > - [Monty's self-contained unit](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Montys-Self-Contained-Unit.h37984382.Hotel-Information) > - [Carrick Lodge Motel](https://www.expedia.ca/Cromwell-Hotels-Carrick-Lodge-Motel.h9626119.Hotel-Information) > - [Kaikoura Luxury Apartments](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Waves-Luxury-Apartments.h45744296.Hotel-Information)