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308 reviews

Brinkley Resort

Brinkley Resort

43 Barkers Road, Methven, 7730, New Zealand

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Skiing

Spa/Wellness packages

Restaurant

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Free spa

Air conditioning

Brinkley Resort

Brinkley Resort is a 4-star apart hotel in Methven, New Zealand, located at 43 Barkers Road, just 0.2mi from the city center. With 308 reviews, prices start from $102.

Amenities include free private parking, free Wifi, and a spa experience, plus on-site dining with a restaurant and bar. Guests can enjoy a terrace with mountain or garden views, kitchen facilities (including kitchen and kitchenette with kitchenware), non-smoking rooms, private entrances, and soundproof spaces, along with free on-site parking and a mini golf course.

For activities, skiing, a tennis court (free), and mini golf (free) are available, with a golf course and horseback riding offered for an extra charge. A tour desk helps map out day trips, and there are family-friendly options like a playground, picnic area, garden spaces, and babysitting/child services (extra charges) for evenings out.

On-site dining is anchored by Shackletons@Brinkley, offering Local cuisine in a friendly restaurant-and-bar setting. It’s a casual spot to unwind after day trips or adventures in the surrounding Methven area, adding a convenient centerpiece to any stay.

Payment options include cash, Mastercard, Visa, and Eftpos, making transactions straightforward for travelers arriving from near or far.

Accommodation options run from studio-style layouts to larger apartment configurations. Studio variants (including Studio, Queen, and Studio with 2 Twin) sleep up to 5 adults and 3 children, with sizes around 194 square feet for the compact options. Larger groups can opt for 2-Bedroom or 3-Bedroom Apartments, each accommodating up to 10 adults and 6 children, with spaces of about 484 square feet for 2 Bedrooms and 689 square feet for 3 Bedrooms. Garden View and other apartment configurations provide additional layout choices.

Closest airports

Christchurch International Airport

45.3mi

Richard Pearse Airport

50.9mi

Most popular amenities

Skiing

Spa/Wellness packages

Restaurant

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Free spa

Air conditioning

Tennis court

Bar

Tour desk

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Mini golf

Terrace

Soundproof rooms

Mountain view

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Kitchenette

Patio

Kitchenware

Garden view

Landmark view

Picnic area

Garden

Playground

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Balcony

Soundproof

Rooms

Queen Studio in Brinkley Resort

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Studio, Queen Size

1 Queen Size Bed

195 sqft

Garden view

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Kitchenware

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This studio features a kitchenette with a 2-burner stove, a microwave and a small refrigerator. It also has a flat-screen TV ad free WiFi. Shared laundry facilities are available. You may wish to bring your own spa pool towel or extra can be provided at a charge. Please note that there is no capacity for additional guests. Please note that 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.

Twin Studio in Brinkley Resort

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Studio, 2 Twin Beds

2 Twin Beds

195 sqft

Garden view

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Kitchenware

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Studio Two Beds

Two-Bedroom Apartment in Brinkley Resort

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Apartment, 2 Bedroom

2 Twin Beds

1 Queen Size Bed

485 sqft

Mountain view

Landmark view

Garden view

Kitchen

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Apartment Two Bedrooms

Three-Bedroom Apartment in Brinkley Resort

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Apartment, 3 Bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

2 Twin Beds

690 sqft

Mountain view

Landmark view

Garden view

Kitchen

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Apartment Three Bedrooms

Studio

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Studio Standard

Apartment, Garden View

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Apartment Garden View

Studio, Garden View

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Studio Garden View

Apartment, 2 Bedroom, Garden View

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Apartment Garden View Two Bedrooms

Room, Shared Room

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Bungalow

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Deluxe

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Guest reviews

8.1

308 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Alison

8.2

October 2024

We were there in the off season so bar/restaurant closed. Only 5 min walk to centre of town and 10 mins walk to the new Opuke hot pools. These were excellent and a must do while in Methven especially the Adult pool with swim up bar.

The units were well equipped but some herbal tea bags would be nice. Also a small vegetable knife to go with the big one that’s there. Units a little bit noisy when the unit next door flushes the toilet or uses the shower. It’s just the way the building was built probably over 25 years ago.

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Lee

8.2

July 2025

We loved the view from the bar/restaurant of the sun setting over the mountains. Enjoyed mulled wine and tasty bar snacks. Room had everything we needed, was clean and comfortable.

The washing machine and dryer in hallway near our room was going until late and quite noisy. Heater couldn’t be controlled by us, seemed to be on timer and controlled centrally we thought so would be better to be able to control it ourselves.

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Cory

9.1

July 2025

Great apartment, comfy and warm. The room sizes were fine for holiday and the kitchen was well equiped. The ski bus picked up and dropped back to the Resort which was a plus.

It was a little compact - we had come from a more spacious apartment at our previous long stay so it took some adjusting but it was perfectly fine.

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Lucy

9.1

July 2025

We enjoyed the location and onsite facilities. Rooms were toasty warm and super comfy beds. Having a full kitchen set up for home cooking was great too! Our dinner at the restaurant onsite was wonderful too!

Not really a space for drying / hanging / storing ski gear, but we sorted it. Stuff dried overnight with the nice warm room!

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Cassandra

8.2

October 2024

We were lucky to stay in a freshly renovated 2 bedroom apartment. Easy walk to town for dinner Made use of the hot tubs after a day skiing Staff were friendly during check in & check out Family of 4 (2 adults & 2 teens)

Maybe a laundry drying rack to help dry out ski gear (however there is a washing machine & dryer)

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Demalza

8.2

June 2025

I liked the fact that they were flexible with check in & check out. There was no rushing which made our stay more enjoyable. We were not on the top floor as requested but really didn't matter.

Nothing not to like just would have been lovely if restaurant was open.

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Darryl

8.2

October 2024

Convenient location, short walk to town. There was minimal outside noise The room was nice and warm on arrival Had a on-site restaurant and bar Had a kitchenette if you needed one Roomy ensuite Plenty of parking

The bed was a little too firm for my liking but that is personal preference not a criticism

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Karen

8.2

September 2024

Great facilities, clean and well-supplied rooms. We stayed here before and had wifi issues, so it was really nice to find they had improved the wifi. Love the tennis court, although it could do with some maintenance work.

Rooms are compact.

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Udara

8.2

July 2024

Location is very convenient for mount hutt and for Ōpuke thermal pools. Big space lovely staff

Bed heaters wasn’t working properly Room heaters was very old and not worked properly. Washing machine was very dirty. Food was not quality enough as expected to the price Power was capped so couldn’t use two bathrooms at once.

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Nichola

8.2

June 2025

Proximity to hot pools

A bit dated. No extras like Netflix or Sky and no heat pump. While the heaters were adequate it didn’t allow for instant heat when it cooled at night. we had to have the heaters up high 24/7.

Points of Interest Around Brinkley Resort

Attractions

Mount Hutt

9.2mi

Restaurants

Shackletons@Brinkley

Cuisines

  • Local

Amenities of Brinkley Resort

Skiing

Spa/Wellness packages

Restaurant

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Free spa

Air conditioning

Tennis court

Bar

Tour desk

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Mini golf

Terrace

Soundproof rooms

Mountain view

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Kitchenette

Patio

Kitchenware

Garden view

Landmark view

Picnic area

Garden

Playground

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Balcony

Soundproof

Stay rules - Brinkley Resort

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Brinkley Resort

When are the check-in and check-out times for Brinkley Resort?

Brinkley Resort offers check-in timings from 02:00 PM to 06:00 PM. Make sure to check out by 10:00 AM.

Does Brinkley Resort provide free parking options?

Yes, Brinkley Resort offers free private on-site parking and no reservation is required.

What's the nightly rate at Brinkley Resort?

Starting rates at Brinkley Resort begin from $102. However, prices can vary based on room type and selected dates. Please enter your dates for accurate pricing.

Which room categories can I book at Brinkley Resort?

Brinkley Resort offers a variety of room types including two-bedroom apartments, queen studios, and three-bedroom apartments. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. The two-bedroom and three-bedroom apartments can accommodate larger groups, with the former accommodating 4 adults and 3 children, and the latter accommodating 6 adults and 4 children. The rooms vary in size, with the largest being the three-bedroom apartment at 689 sqft. The beds in the rooms range from twin beds to queen size beds, with some rooms also having a double bed.

What are the main attractions at Brinkley Resort?

Guests at Brinkley Resort can enjoy a variety of leisure amenities during their stay. For those who love skiing, the resort offers access to top-notch ski facilities. The spa at the hotel also offers wellness packages for guests who want to pamper themselves. Additionally, guests can indulge in the spa's services such as massages and treatments.

For guests who prefer outdoor activities, Brinkley Resort has a golf course, tennis court, and mini golf available. There are also opportunities for archery, bike tours, walking tours, horseback riding, cycling, hiking, and fishing.

The hotel also provides BBQ facilities for guests who enjoy grilling, as well as a spa lounge and relaxation area for ultimate relaxation.

Guests can also dine at Shackletons@Brinkley, the on-site restaurant, which serves delicious local cuisine.

Does Brinkley Resort feature its own restaurants?

Yes, the Brinkley Resort has an on-site restaurant called Shackletons@Brinkley. The restaurant offers local cuisine.

What methods of payment does Brinkley Resort accept?

Brinkley Resort accepts cash as well as Visa, Mastercard, and Eftpos as payment methods.