South Sea Hotel

15/09/2026

Here is the start of our up and coming summer daily deals.

Every Wednesday, from tomorrow, treat yourself to a Chicken Parmigiana meal!
Our chefs have put a creative spin on and have 3 flavours to choose from.

Keep an eye out to see what other deals we have ready for summer! ☀️

* This deal, including flavours, is only offered on Wednesdays

12/09/2026

🚨BREAKING NEWS JUST IN!! 🚨

A murder has taken place at Nurser Reerime Castle and the culprit is still at large.

Who did it? How did it happen? What dark motive drove them to do it??

Can you be the one to solve the crime??

Be sure to book in early to secure a spot on our team of elite detective squad.

Book via email
[email protected]

11/09/2026

After reading the town gossip of Nurser Reerime I have finally made it to the puzzle page. Surely a favourite page for most!

If you can work through these puzzles… you may find another clue 🕵️‍♂️

10/09/2026

A game you don’t want to miss!! 🏉
Join us this Sunday morning to watch the All Blacks take on the Springbok from 9am in the bar! 🖤

For those of you wondering…. Yes, we will have our bar open also! 🍻

10/09/2026

Hot and Fresh off the press!
We have got our hands on the Nurser Reerime Times and it may have some important information for you all to know🤴🏽

Be sure to save the date for the event of the millennium!

Our crystal ball has told us that we may be in need of a detective or two….

09/09/2026

We are looking for some new staff to join our team over the summer period. An experienced Chef along with 2 kitchen hands.

About us
We're a Classic New Zealand pub with a kitchen that blends modern cuisine. We have a large abundance of local seafood that we prep and cook for our menu.

What we're looking for
A Chef with 2 years experience in a kitchen cooking.
Has ideally worked with seafood.
Someone who is competent on pan and grillwork.
Comfortable doing some baking.
Good Communication Skills both In the kitchen and with front of house.

What we can offer
Competitive pay
Discounted Staff accommodation
Menu Input
Discounted travel to and from the Island
Up Skill training
A great place to save money
Good work life balance, 2-3 days off a week
Must have a Valid NZ working Visa or NZ residency

If you fancy it yourself or know anyone who might be interested.. . spread the word 🙂
Send your CVS through to [email protected]

04/09/2026

We know you love them so how about a jingo night?!

Come down for a night of music this Tuesday 8th September 6:30pm 🎶

05/08/2026

Have you booked your spot yet for our paint n sip evening ?? 🎨 🥂

Calling out to the artists of The Island, or those who just want a night out doing something different and express their creative side! (even if you need a bit of liquid courage to get there) 🎨 🍷

We are hosting a Paint n Sip evening next month 18th of August!

Please ensure to book a space via email - [email protected] - as spaces are limited.

ps. keep your eyes peeled for some upcoming suspicious characters for our next pub event … 🕵️‍♀️☠️🧚

24/07/2026

Calling out to the artists of The Island, or those who just want a night out doing something different and express their creative side! (even if you need a bit of liquid courage to get there) 🎨 🍷

We are hosting a Paint n Sip evening next month 18th of August!

Please ensure to book a space via email - [email protected] - as spaces are limited.

ps. keep your eyes peeled for some upcoming suspicious characters for our next pub event … 🕵️‍♀️☠️🧚

29/06/2026

Here is our 100 year celebration lineup!
Be sure to stick around after the scavenger hunt for some live music!

19/06/2026

Beat the cold by joining us for a warm breakfast. Kids can enjoy meals like pancakes with maple syrup and fresh bananas. Add a Traffic Light or High Heel Hot Choc to create a $12 combo 🥞

18/06/2026

We are playing the world cup at the South Sea Hotel. If you would like to watch one of the games ask one of our lovely bar staff to flick it on.
⚽️ Come on New Zealand!

17/06/2026

We are happy to be hosting another Jingo night as a fundraiser for Rakiura Rugrats. Come down and show your support by partaking in the jingo rounds! You don't have to be a music whizz to win!

16/06/2026

Enjoy a pub lunch with our Burger and Brew deal, select from our three burgers and pair it with any of our three Emerson’s beers on tap for just $35 🍔🍻

This deal is available every Friday and Saturday from 11am to 2pm.

12/06/2026

Start your weekend off right with cooked breakfast done by us! Hopefully you are lucky enough to catch the sunrise too ☀️

Pictured are our Creamy Pesto Mushrooms and our Smoked Salmon Breakfast - Both are must try’s!

Cooked Breakfast Served Daily 8am-10:30am
No bookings needed.

03/06/2026

Here it is! Our current winter menus. Plenty to keep you warm over the colder days 🤩

22/05/2026

100 years ago was the beginning for what we all know now to be the South Sea Hotel. Why not have a celebration to share memories of the past years!

We would love to see as many staff past or present attend the evening! But all are welcome to join 🍾🍻

If you have any pictures to share, send them through to [email protected]