Braemar Lodge And Spa

4.5 star property
Family ski hotel with full-service spa

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Superior Suite | Living area
Exterior
Deluxe Spa Suite | Living room
Deluxe Spa Suite | Terrace/patio
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Room service

Explore the area

Map
283 Medway Road, Hanmer Springs, 7360
  • Hanmer Springs Bridge Lookout
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Conical Hill
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

Accessible Spa Suite

  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Spa Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite

  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Spa Suite

  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Hanmer Springs

Mountain retreat .You'll find Hanmer Springs Bridge Lookout and Waiau Ferry Bridge within 3 miles (5 km) of this hotel. Marble Point Winery and A Maze N Golf are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Hanmer Springs Bridge Lookout - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve - 12 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Hanmer Heritage Forest - 13 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Conical Hill Walkway - 13 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Conical Hill - 15 min drive - 11.9 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fire & Ice Cafe Restaurant & Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Sushi & Bowl - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Isobel's Restaurant and Bar at the Heritage Hotel - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Rustic Cafe & Tapa's Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Salt N Pepper Cafe/Restaurant/Bar - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Braemar Lodge And Spa

Upscale ski hotel with spa
After a day on the slopes, indulge in a treatment at the full-service spa or enjoy the use of a steam room. This mountain hotel's ski shuttle (surcharge) will get you to the slopes in no time. At the end of the day, order après-ski drinks at the hotel's bar.

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Hanmer Springs hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 1076 sq ft of conference space
  • 100 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2008
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Braemar Lodge And Spa offers 24 accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Select Comfort beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with jetted bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested.

Solitude Spa has 1 treatment room. Services include hot stone massages, Swedish massages, facials, and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna.

The spa is open select days. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Filipino, French, Hindi, Indonesian, Spanish, Swedish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 10 km
  • Ski shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee daily 8:30 AM–10:30 AM: NZD 25 per person
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Mountain biking
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • In-room accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Digital channels
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Premium channels

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort bed

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • In-room massage
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Slippers
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Guests providing vaccine records must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 7 days prior to check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: NZD 60 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 44 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 4 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 60.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 25.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 25 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 200 per vehicle (one way)
  • Pet fee: NZD 60 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 25.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 60.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. Guests providing vaccine records must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 7 days prior to check-in.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 4 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

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Braemar Lodge And Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 375 out of 576 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 133 out of 576 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 576 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 576 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 576 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Marcia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Unfortunately this trip wasnt as great as expected. Having paid over $330 for the night, we ended up having a rather smelly night. There was an oder coming from somewhere behind the fire place (gas smelling but the gas was turned off for the summer) which the staff was unable to locate. Being fully booked that night, we were unable to change to a different room and had to spend the night in a quite pungent smelling room. We did receive a discount the next morning but none the less i am still unsure if i will visit again. Restaurant was quite over priced for what we received for dinner, lovely flavors, but i expected more considering the amout i paid. This is also the second time i have visited Braemar and on both occasions the spa part ofbthe business has been closed or unavailable. Rather disappointing, not once but twice. So dont book a stay with the expectation of being able to book a massage on your visit.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was well decorated and the bed was comfy and spacious. Having a deck area to have morning drink is amazing. Liked the drive in and out from Hanmer.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jelmer

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room, location and breakfast for the price - perhaps the best of all our holiday stays
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ganka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was fantastic short stay at the lodge. The room is very spacious and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

April

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with amazing views from the room. The room was huge and so comfortable. Highly recommend staying and would absolutely go back again!! The only thing that would make this room even better is proper toiletries in the bathroom instead of joint shampoo and conditioner and a small throw on the couch to get all cosy by the fire
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Kelly’s travels
About 10 minute drive out of town, but truly worth it. We had room 15. From the time we walked in everything was wow. Large bathroom with a two person spa. King size bed and it also had a fire place. Out on to the patio and wow again. The views of gardens and the mountains was spectacular. Sitting on the patio with those views and the serenity of the area was awesome. Breakfast was included and was buffet style hot and cold, with those views again.
Two person spa bath
First look
Room
Mountain view from patio
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely impeccable property and the nicest hotel room I’ve ever stayed in. Well worth the drive, I wish we had more nights booked here. Incredible value.

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Neale

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice place to split journey south. Easy access to Hanmer Sorings. Spacious rooms with decent facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn Anne

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was so comfortable and there was no noise. Loved this stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Damiano

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great property if you like the quiet, it is a few kms outside the town and there is nothing around. Great views from the rooms. Very clean, facilities are ok but the gym is very small in a cold room. Annoying that the good breakfast does not provide free coffee other than Americano, on the three days we were there for two there was no barman to make the espresso and the cappuccino. The waiter did his best but the result was poor and they still charged us. Great hotel if you like the quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Mark Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet private freiendly
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely rooms average food.
Fabulous rooms which are to the highest level. This lodge also used to be a fine dining experience. Sadly not any more. The evening meal was average but the buffet breakfast was poor. Such a shame.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, Rolleston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place. Cleanliness could be improved. Staff friendly, but attention to detail could be improved. 8 to 5 work ethic in NZ is disappointing. But that doesn't just apply to Braemer. It is a problem everywhere here.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerri

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Sharna

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Had an excellent stay here a couple years back. Was excited to return, however was quite dissatisfied this time round with the room The spa pool water was yellow tinged and felt slimy. Getting out I felt filthy and not relaxed, chose this accommodation specifically for the spa pool, so was disappointed that it didn’t appear clean. The spa bath had black marks/chips across the bottom making it look like it was full of specs of dirt. There was alot of rust on the body wash holder in the shower. The positive was the buffet breakfast, that was very yummy and good array of options.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kiyana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent, the staff are very friendly, would recommend to everybody.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kini

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful property. Indoor and outdoor spa. Lovely common lounge area. Excellent food (breakfast and dinner room service). Mountain views
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I’ve stayed here before some years ago and had forgotten how nice it was. Ideal for a break away from everything and just chill out and relax.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Secluded getaway. Big rooms and great food
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024