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The 10 Best Design Hotels in Hanmer Springs, New Zealand

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The St James Premium Accommodation is a 5 minutes’ walk from the Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa, restaurants and shops. Most accommodation overlooks Chisholm Park with views towards the mountains.

All accommodation has double-glazed windows, balconies or patios, under floor heating, heated towel rail, heat-pump, air-conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a DVD player. Executive units and 1-bedroom suites have a spa bath. The Mt Isobel and St James suites have a gas fireplace.

Location, modern furnishings.

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9.2
Superb
756 reviews
Price from
¥26,718
per night

Set on an acre of landscaped gardens next to Hanmer Golf Course, Alpine Springs Motel offers accommodation with a private patio and a kitchen. Guests enjoy a welcome basket of drinking chocolate, biscuits, cereal, coffee and tea.

You can enjoy an outdoor meal using the communal gas BBQ facilities or relax in the lovely gardens. Guests have access to free internet in the reception area

Very nice location, walkable to down town

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9
Superb
441 reviews
Price from
¥17,812
per night

Enjoying beautiful mountain views, Scenic Views Motel provides spacious self-catered units with a patio and full kitchen facilities. Guests can enjoy free unlimited WiFi.

Fitted with air conditioning, all rooms feature smart TV and a kitchenette with refrigerator and tea/coffee making facilities. Some units come with a spa bath or hot tub.

Staff great, extremely and comfortable

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9.1
Superb
980 reviews
Price from
¥14,962
per night

Located in tranquil surroundings and offering air-conditioned, boutique accommodation for adults only, 8 on Oregon Boutique Lodge adjoins the Heritage Forest and Conical Hill Walkway. Guests can enjoy stunning panoramic views of the village, Hanmer Basin and mountains.

The view was great. Thoroughly enjoyed the birdlife visiting the beautiful gardens. Very pleasant and helpful hosts. Very clean room with some added touches to make the stay memorable. Loved all of the efforts the hosts are making to be considerate of the environment. Ample breakfast (fresh wild blackberries were amazing!) The garden gate opens onto the Conical Hill track - a lovely 30 min walk through forest on a wide, well maintained track.

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9.6
Exceptional
441 reviews
Price from
¥24,674
per night

Surrounded by beautiful gardens, Harrogate Gardens Motel offers free WiFi. It features rooms with a private patio offering lovely garden views. The popular Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve is just a 3-minute walk away.

Location was excellent, close to amenities but secluded enough not to be disturbed by others. Oh and the home made chocolate brownies were excellent.

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8.8
Fabulous
218 reviews
Price from
¥15,229
per night

Just 2 minutes’ walk from the Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve, Glenalvon Lodge Motel offers studios with free Wi-Fi.

Motel Glenalvon Lodge is 2 minutes’ drive from Hanmer Springs Golf Course, and 5 minutes’ drive from Waiau River. Christchurch International Airport is a 1.5-hour drive away.

Location, cleanliness, super friendly owners, spaciousness, Lily the cat, price, everything we needed for hiking and soaking in the springs! Stayed here twice because it was great! Thank you Dale and Jeanette for making our 2 stays so wonderful.

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8.8
Fabulous
738 reviews
Price from
¥13,593
per night

Tussock Peak Motor Lodge offers modern studio's and units, with complimentary WiFi and Netflix, just 2 minutes’ walk from the famous Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve, the village of Hanmer, walking trails in the forest and mountain bike trails.

Great Spa Bath. Great location.

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8.7
Fabulous
517 reviews
Price from
¥14,090
per night

Hanmer Springs Retreat is located just 800 metres from the famous Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve, Hanmer Springs villa shops and a 3-minute drive from Hanmer Springs Golf Course. Free Wi-Fi and free off street car parking are available. Five Stags Restaurant Bar is located on site.

Nice and quiet. Not far from pools.

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7.8
Good
3,123 reviews
Price from
¥9,703
per night

Set amongst mature trees and surrounded by the Southern Alps, this beautifully restored local landmark has been transformed into a resort with outdoor swimming pool, tennis and petanque courts. Guests enjoy free WiFi.

The building reminded me of a French chateau. The room was very quiet and the staff so nice especially Chan dan in the restaurant

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7.7
Good
3,422 reviews
Price from
¥16,734
per night

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These hotels offer something a little different in the way of design and usually sit in a trendy, urban part of town. More intimate than your average hotel, they offer high standards with a homely vibe.
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  • Avg. price/night: ¥16,734
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,422 reviews
    Beautiful historic building in the centre of Hanmer Springs. Gorgeous gardens around the Hotel. Walking distance to everything. Lovely friendly staff and comfy bed.
    Wendy
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: ¥16,672
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 749 reviews
    this hotel had every home comfort you cold imagine, the spa bath was amazing and the welcome on arrival second to none. a privately owned boutique hotel with great facilities and close walking distance to all the hammer restaurants and bars as well as the springs just across the road. lovely towels were provided by the owners to take into the spring and this saves you a few dollars, the owners were amazing and their attention to detail was fantastic
    Grant
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: ¥16,734
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,422 reviews
    Lovely old hotel, gorgeous decor, beautiful location, friendly staff. Lovely opening windows with great views. Nice restaurant with great outdoor area and wonderful gardens! Also good coeliac provision for those who needed it.
    Janet
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: ¥37,030
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 56 reviews
    Very classy accomodation, nicely designed, stylish, comfortable with everything you might need with that extra bit of quality that lots of others don’t have. Highly recommendable. Well done and thank you.
    Mark
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: ¥15,849
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,139 reviews
    Fantastic. I've stayed several places in Hanmer Springs and would recommend them all. This takes the case. Gorgeous views, well-appointed, kitchen has everything you need... It was really a lovely stay. My only regret was not staying longer. The staff that checked us in used to own the place before the current owners took over and were incredibly thoughtful and helpful. Stay here - you won't regret it.
    4
    40+Countries
    Family with young children
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 13 reviews
    Location. Liked the interior design
    Jane
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: ¥24,847
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,257 reviews
    luxury. staff friendly. location amazing, bed enormous. lovely scenery.close to Hanmer Springs.
    A
    Anonymous
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: ¥14,062
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,541 reviews
    Lovely friendly people ,relaxed atmosphere with gorgeous views and perfect weather ,would definitely stay here again.
    hart
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: ¥16,734
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,422 reviews
    stunning grounds , lovely room & friendly staff
    Suzie
    Family with young children
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 108 reviews
    A quiet and very peaceful retreat with the most stunning mountain views . This was exactly what we were seeking and it didn’t disappoint ! The unit very comfortable and beautiful interior design . The bath was lovely as were the underfloor heated tiles . The complimentary breakfast perfect with high quality offerings. A friendly welcome from the owner .
    Gaye
    Young couple