Nestled into the foothills of majestic Mt Hutt, surrounded by the perfect mixture of nature and a range of exhilarating recreational and pleasure activities, Brinkley Resort offers the ideal Methven accommodation for both the holidaymaker and business person alike.
Only one hour's drive from Christchurch, you will leave the city behind in no time, and as you approach Methven, the stunning Southern Alps and Mount Hutt range come into view.

Brinkley Resort is a luxury 4 star accommodation resort and conference centre situated in the township of Methven in Mid Canterbury, heartland New Zealand.
The resort features a total of 80 self contained apartments - 40 studios and 40 quality two and 3 bedroom apartments. The studios have kitchenettes while the two and three bedroom apartments are fully self contained, with full kitchen and laundry facilities, and feature SPA baths - ideal for relaxing in.

This Qualmark 4 star Methven hotel and apartments resort is the ideal accommodation choice for skiers & snowboarders (we provide a specialised in-house ski and board tuning room), families, fishermen, golfers and groups.

Once you arrive, there is no need to leave with our spa pools and outdoor hot tubs, full size floodlit astroturf tennis court, childrens playground, plenty of off street parking, barbecue area and multiple award winning and newly renovated (May, 2008) restaurant and licensed bar - the famous Shackletons Bar & Grill, which has earned the reputation as one of the best dining experiences in the Canterbury region. Named after the quintessential Edwardian Antarctic explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton, Shackletons Bar & Grill will has wonderful mountain views from every table in the restaurant and a newly completed river rock fireplace. Pre-dinner drinks in the bar allow you to enjoy your favourite beverage or sample our wine after which you can be shown to your table by the friendly staff. The menu caters to all tastes with specials featured nightly. The food is cooked from fresh New Zealand ingredients and presented beautifully.

Surrounded by golf courses, walking tracks, high country lakes and rivers offering world class fishing and of course, Mt Hutt Ski Area the location is absolutely ideal. You can even fly directly from our exclusive helipad at the resort to Mt Hutt.

Located just a short 3 minute stroll from the centre of Methven/Mt Hutt Village, Brinkley Resort is surrounded by landscaped gardens and includes a wide range of resort facilities.
Quality, comfort and value for money are our hallmarks which we have combined with our own special hospitality to give the Brinkley brand an international reputation.