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2,851 reviews

Hanmer Springs Retreat

Hanmer Springs Retreat

35 Hanmer Springs Road, Hanmer Springs, 7334, New Zealand

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Skiing

Restaurant

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Spa tub

Air conditioning

Bar

Hanmer Springs Retreat

Hanmer Springs Retreat is a 4-star motel tucked in Hanmer Springs, New Zealand. Located at 35 Hanmer Springs Road, about 1.1mi from the town center, this welcoming base invites travelers to unwind, backed by 2,851 reviews.

Featured amenities spark convenience and comfort: free Wifi, private onsite parking, an on-site restaurant, and room service, plus air conditioning and a spa tub for relaxing evenings. Other handy touches include a private entrance, non-smoking rooms, wheelchair accessibility, kitchenware and a kitchenette, as well as a sun deck, garden, picnic area, and a tour desk. For seekers of extra activities, a golf course and horseback riding are available for an additional charge, and kids’ meals can be arranged as well.

Enjoy a drink at the bar, linger on the sun deck, or take a stroll to explore Hanmer Springs with a helpful tour desk at hand. The setting pairs modern comfort with easy access to all the town’s charms, while facilities like private parking and free Wifi make stays smooth and simple.

Five Stags, the on-site restaurant, serves European and GrillBBQ dishes in a traditional setting, making a tasty anchor for evenings away from the day’s discoveries. A bar invites a relaxed drink, while the sun deck offers a bright, easygoing spot to unwind. The tour desk is handy for mapping out Hanmer Springs’ charms, from scenic strolls to local hotspots.

For those craving a bit of adventure, options like a nearby golf course and horseback riding can be arranged for an additional charge, adding an extra splash of excitement to the stay. Kids’ meals can be arranged to keep younger travelers happy, while convenient on-site amenities help streamline daily plans.

Cash is the accepted payment method. The retreat sits on Hanmer Springs Road, about 1.1mi from the town center, placing the town’s charm within a pleasant walk. Accommodation choices include a Premier, 1 Bedroom apartment (592 sqft) that sleeps up to 4 adults and 3 children with 2 twin beds and 1 king, along with a variety of Studio and Suite configurations to suit different group sizes.

Closest airports

Kaikoura Aerodrome

45.1mi

Most popular amenities

Skiing

Restaurant

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Spa tub

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Tour desk

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

Picnic area

Garden

Free toiletries

Soundproof

Bathtub

Rooms

Executive Studio in Hanmer Springs Retreat

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Executive Studio

1 King Size Bed

375 sqft

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Kitchenware

Private entrance

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Two Bedroom Suite in Hanmer Springs Retreat

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Suite, 2 Bedroom

2 Twin Beds

1 King Size Bed

915 sqft

Spa tub

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Bathtub

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One Bedroom Premier in Hanmer Springs Retreat

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Premier, 1 Bedroom

2 Twin Beds

1 King Size Bed

590 sqft

Spa tub

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Bathtub

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Premier Studio in Hanmer Springs Retreat

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Studio Premier, 1 Twin Bed

1 Twin Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

485 sqft

Spa tub

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Bathtub

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Superior Studio in Hanmer Springs Retreat

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Superior Studio, King/Twin

1 Twin Bed

1 King Size Bed

485 sqft

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Kitchenware

Private entrance

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Standard Studio in Hanmer Springs Retreat

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Standard Studio, King/Twin

1 Twin Bed

1 King Size Bed

375 sqft

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Kitchenware

Private entrance

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Standard Studio

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Apartment, 2 Bedroom

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Room Selected at Check in

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Double Room, Panoramic View

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Standard Studio, 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Studio

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Guest reviews

8.1

2,851 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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David

9.1

January 2025

Great staff. The room was modern and everything worked as it should. Beds very comfortable. Shower was excellent. The attached restaurant had Butter Chicken as a special at $25…..it was so good we had Butter Chicken two nights running! Beer was cold…brilliant!

Everything with the property was good. A great way to end our 10 day touring holiday of the South Island. Just be aware when booking prepaid that unless you put it on the booking, the hotel will use your supplied credit card for payment with a 3%surcharge for doing so. I was told that if you don’t want to incur this charge just make a note on the booking that you’ll pay by eftpos when you arrive.

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Syd

9.1

January 2025

The office, room service and meal service staff were friendly, helpful and professional. They collectively reflected a genuine effort to provide a high standard of service. My room was of a very high standard of cleanliness and presentation. The two evening meals I ordered via online room service were excellent, prepared as requested and delivered within a reasonable time. I am pleased to have stayed here.

One of the two washing clothe machines was out of order - I understand management was awaiting a repair technician. A second clothes dryer. Would be helpful

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Rachel

8.2

July 2024

Great central location with friendly staff. The standard rooms are big and spacious. The bathroom was huge. For the price is great value for money for a few nights stay, perfect for my toddler and I. Heat pump was great and warmed up the rooms on a winters day. The curtain closed make the room nice and dark so that’s a win trying to do nap time with a little one. People would say it’s far away from the centre but everything is so close it’s really not far at all. My toddler loved that there were cows out the front on a neighbouring property.

Bedside plugs are a little worn as they are attached to the bedside lamps. Then reaching behind the lamps to get the plug there it looks like it hasn’t been dusted in a while. Bathroom was huge but not a lot of shelving or hooks to store items.

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Yong-wan

10

September 2024

Family of 4 stayed (2 little kids) in one bedroom premier. Size of the unit was spacious and met our needs. Loved super big bathroom with spa bath. Everything was clean. Liked breakfast option which was $15 per adult, having said that there are not many selections available, as it's only continental breakfast at Five Stags next door - but did the job, restaurant had great cozy environment and the food was nice. Great value for money also! Would definitely come back.

no hob in the kitchenette. Sink, small fridge, plates, cups, utensils were all there, but no hob.

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Harmony

10

June 2024

I have just spent two nights at the retreat. Greeted by well present young man that kindly ran through my booking, I really appreciated the upgrade. The room as soon as I walked in smelt beautiful, was warm and well presented. Very spacious for one person loved it. I had veiw out to paddock where on the first night found cows across the way entertaining. The bed was awesome, soft, roomy and kept me warm - extra blankets supplied if you like me and just like have heaps of blankets on bed to throw off in the night lol I had an enjoyable time there not far to travel into town to enjoy thermals too. Peaceful at night. Thank you so much for the accommodation, to me money well spent and enjoyed! I will be back :)

That I didn't book for longer lol

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Mccormack

9.1

February 2025

Nice and clean, friendly staff I would like to thank the management staff for our stay and communicate with us .

Parking was the only problem as some other people parked in front of our studio , I git my 80years old auntie and have to park long distance walking , humbly request parking should be numbered accordingly to the property number ! Thanks kind regards Tara McCormack .

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Pere

9.1

June 2024

I loved the massive comfy bed. The shower had lovely pressure. Breakfast was delicious. Staff were very friendly and helpful assisting with late check in for us and we were very thankful to arrive to a well lit and warm room. The beds were made nicely and the linen was all soft and clean. Very quiet room in a great location for us to wander to breakfast easily. Parking was super easy to find and plentiful.

Overall the room/facilities were amazing and very well cleaned however the area behind the bedside tables where we go to plug in our phone chargers (the sockets in the lamps didn't work) could do with being checked for dust/hair build up more regularly. This wasn't enough to ruin anything for us and generally isn't a big complaint, just an area that could be improved.

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Natasha

9.1

August 2024

Heat pump in room, could blast this in the cold winter nights! Came with amenities, cutlery and dishes. Staff were super friendly! Booking com said check in was 3pm - 1030pm, but actually their reception closed at 630pm. Initially quite the shock, but the hotel did email us with how to access the room, their phones are also available for after hour inquiries. Right by the mini golf and maze.

It's a little dated, and slightly further down from the township.

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Katy

8.2

January 2025

Very clean and comfortable motel room, with everything you need for a few nights stay. It felt like the rooms had been recently modernised and were very spacious. There were lots of thoughtful touches from the owners such as a selection of teas and coffee, plus biscuits. Sky TV a bonus. The location was great just a short walk into town. The staff were very friendly and hospitable. We also had a meal in the Five Stags restaurant attached which was very good, highly recommended.

Nothing.

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Corey

8.2

November 2024

Only this; on the morning we were due to check out we had NO hot water for showers. Very disappointing as everything else had been great. I mentioned this to the manager only to be told ‘We are sorry, would you like to use a different rooms shower’. My answer naturally was NO? That was weird and disappointing. We had been looking forward to the shower before our day of driving. We paid for a room that ended not having hot water. Its puts a dampener on let’s colleagues know of the place.

Points of Interest Around Hanmer Springs Retreat

Attractions

Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Spa

0.4mi

Restaurants

Five Stags

Cuisines

  • European
  • GrillBbq

Ambiances

  • Traditional

Amenities of Hanmer Springs Retreat

Skiing

Restaurant

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Spa tub

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Tour desk

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

Picnic area

Garden

Free toiletries

Soundproof

Bathtub

Stay rules - Hanmer Springs Retreat

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property