Famous Grouse Hotel Canterbury Review & Guide

Named after the iconic Scotch whiskey, the Famous Grouse Hotel is an inviting, classy and friendly venue. Located in Lincoln, Canterbury, the hotel provides country elegance and warmth in contrast to the hustle and bustle of the city. The hotel is located at 2 Gerald Street Lincoln 7608 which is only 20 minutes from Christchurch city.

Menu, Bar & Pokies @ The Famous Grouse Hotel 

Therefore, only a short trip is required to enjoy the amenities found here. The hotel features a restaurant, main bar, accommodations, pokies machines and a garden bar where you can enjoy a Kiwi lager. Here, you can enjoy gastro-pub dining from breakfast to dinner throughout the day. Furthermore, there are conference rooms for guests who have a private event. Here is more about the venue and its ample amenities.

Dining at the Famous Grouse Hotel

Guests and visitors can enjoy a variety of dishes here. Prepared by professional chefs, the dishes comprise only the freshest ingredients from New Zealand and beyond. Here, you can enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner too. Their menu is comprehensive and constitutes dishes such as caesar’s salad, seared venison, spicy pumpkin filo and the signature drunken ribs in their special Famous Grouse sauce. You really must try the lamb shanks and the beef burger as they are the best in Canterbury.

A range of beverages such as chai latte, tea and espresso are also available for you. Every day, there is a chef’s special dish. Indicated on the hotel noticeboard and in their website, it features some tasty delights from the kitchen. An example of such is the yummy chicken and bacon burger served with aioli and cranberry sauce.

Menu sample below

Drinking amenities

The hotel also serves a collection of drinks for guests to enjoy. There are both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages on offer. Some examples of these are beer on tap, bottled beer, scotch (The Famous Grouse of course), vodka, rum, gin and some great cognacs and cocktails. The bartenders are friendly and willing to serve up some great drinks during your visit. Furthermore, a range of bar snacks such as wedges can be served if you get the munchies.

Best pokies and gaming in Halswell, Lincoln

The hotel has one of Canterbury’s best pokies gaming lounges, about 15 of the most popular New Zealand slots can be found here along with TAB facilities.

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Accommodation 

Guests can stay here after a night of wining and dining. There are 10 classic rooms. 9 of these can be arranged as King or Twin rooms. Furthermore, they can be set up as Single rooms if you so request. While here, you can order a continental or a full, cooked breakfast. Furthermore, all the rooms are ensuite and are fitted with flat screen TVs.

There is strong, free Wi-Fi Internet access as well as beverage making appliances too. Guests have access to a fridge, laundry and ironing services. For travelers, the hotel provides airport transfer and ample car parking. You can book some accommodation in this hotel online. Alternatively, you can call +64 (3) 325 2408.

Origin of the hotel

This establishment dates back all the way to 1915. It was the original pub in Lincoln and was known as the Perthshire Arms. It enjoyed a dedicated patronage and hosted many dinner parties and public meetings too. In 1885, the original wooden hotel was reconstructed with concrete replacing the wooden structure. Moreover, it was aptly renamed the Lincoln Hotel. The wooden section left over was burned down in 1889 leaving only the concrete structure standing.

On 4th September 2010, the hotel suffered the devastating effects of an earthquake. With cracks all over and a collapsed chimney, the building was condemned and had to be demolished. A fresh redesign and construction initiative was started by its management. Soon after, a new establishment was constructed on the site and renamed the Famous Grouse Hotel. Today, it provides a range of amenities to guests with a heritage spanning more than a century.

Conclusion

The Famous Grouse Hotel is packed full of all the necessary features of a modern classic establishment but with yesteryear roots. With more than a hundred years of history, dining, drinking or staying here provides a charming experience.

Contacts

Phone (03) 325 2408

Website www.famousgrousehotel.co.nz/

Map and address

The Famous Grouse Hotel
2 Gerald St, Halswell, Lincoln 7608, New Zealand

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