The Brown Pub

I was pleasantly surprised by this property as I initially didn't expect all that much based on the description and location of the property. I stayed in a single room and the room was clean, well-lit and spacious with a window offering a view of the square across the street. The common areas were all tidily organised and clean, and the balcony adjoining onto the sitting room was a particularly nice touch for having breakfast on, or having a drink in the evening when I was looking for some quiet time and space. There was car parking around the back of the pub which was spacious, the wifi was fast, the showers were clean and had good water pressure, and the location of the pub in the middle of town was outstanding. Overall it was a comfortable and reasonably-priced place to stay.

It is in a great location, clean and warm, comfortable and great value.

We loved the quirkiness of staying in an old NZ pub hotel. The decor and decorating was exceptional and very well done. We loved sitting on the balcony and watching the people, traffic and tractors go by. A truly incredible experience.

We chose the location because we were spending the afternoon at the Opuke Thermal Pools, and didn't want to drive after hours relaxing there. Having the possibility to have dinner and drinks at the same place was a bonus! And actually the dinner looked so good that we clasped to the waitress when she appeared with our plates. We also appreciated that there were bath towels.

Perfect location right in middle of town + clean rooms and decent bathroom/showers.