Braemar Lodge And Spa

4.5 star property
Hanmer Springs ski hotel with spa and ski shuttle

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Private spa tub
Deluxe Spa Suite | Living room | Flat-screen TV
Breakfast, dinner served; Modern European cuisine, garden views
Superior Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Deluxe Spa Suite | Living room | Flat-screen TV
Perched in the mountains, Braemar Lodge And Spa offers an eco-friendly retreat with a garden and coffee shop. Guests rave about the helpful staff as they enjoy a hot stone massage at Solitude Spa or savor Modern European cuisine at Altitude Restaurant.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Separate sitting area
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden

Room options

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Accessible Spa Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Spa Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
Separate bedroom
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Spa Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
283 Medway Road, Hanmer Springs, 7360

What's nearby

  • Hanmer Springs Bridge Lookout - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve - 15 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Chisholm Park - 16 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Hanmer Heritage Forest - 17 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Conical Hill - 20 min drive - 14.8 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 98 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ski shuttle (surcharge)

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

Braemar Lodge And Spa features a ski shuttle and puts you near winter activities like downhill skiing, snowboarding, and cross-country skiing. Guests can visit the spa to indulge in hot stone massages, aromatherapy, or mani/pedis, and Modern European cuisine is served at Altitude Restaurant, which is open for breakfast and dinner. This luxurious hotel also features a bar/lounge, a sauna, and a steam room. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

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

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 24 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability

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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Children (4 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 1 total, up to 44 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
    • Food and water bowls available

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Offsite

    • Area shuttle within 10 km*
    • Ski shuttle*

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Mountain biking
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Skydiving nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference center (1076 square feet of space)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2008
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • Arcade/game room
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Ski

  • Ski shuttle (surcharge)
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Ski lessons nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby
  • Ski rental shops
  • Snowshoeing nearby

ROOM

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium digital channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Patio
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

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Special features

Spa

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.

Dining

Altitude Restaurant - Overlooking the garden, this fine-dining restaurant specializes in Modern European cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required.

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.

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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 25 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of NZD 200 per vehicle (one way)
  • Area shuttle and ski shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for NZD 25.0 per day
  • Rollaway beds are available for NZD 60.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of NZD 60 per pet, per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay

National rating

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

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Frequently asked questions

Does Braemar Lodge And Spa offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Braemar Lodge And Spa does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Braemar Lodge And Spa?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 44 lbs per pet. There's a charge of NZD 60 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Braemar Lodge And Spa?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Braemar Lodge And Spa?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is NZD 200 per vehicle one way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Braemar Lodge And Spa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Braemar Lodge And Spa and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like mountain biking and hiking. Additional recreation onsite includes helicopter/airplane tours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy other amenities such as a sauna and a steam room. Braemar Lodge And Spa also has an arcade and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Braemar Lodge And Spa?

Yes, Altitude Restaurant offers alfresco dining, Modern European cuisine, and garden views.

Does Braemar Lodge And Spa have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a jetted bathtub.

Does Braemar Lodge And Spa have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a patio.

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Braemar Lodge And Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Spa
Breakfast
Restaurant
Spacious room
Bathroom
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What guests liked

  • The private spa and hot tubs offered a luxurious and relaxing experience with stunning views. (21 reviews)
  • Breakfast was consistently described as lovely, yummy, and excellent with a good array of options. (16 reviews)
  • Evening meals were fabulous and the on-site dining was good with beautiful meals cooked to perfection. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Good

Wonderful stay, loved the spa everyday, staff lovely too
Jackie, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

What a wonderful stay, very quiet and an easy drive to Hanmer springs. We loved the spa and just how spacious the rooms were. Will definitely stay here again. Also loved the buffet breakfast.
Marcia, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful surroundings with amazing views
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Always love staying here. Feels like a glamorous retreat every time we visit. Super spacious room and bathroom, beautiful gardens and delicious breakfast. Staff is always friendly and welcoming too. Thanks for a great stay!
Kimberley, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Very luxurious
Jerry, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Incredible stay, child friendly and fantastic breakfast. Fancy but comfortable. We will be back again (probably every time we come to Hanmer!)
Danella, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Room is clean and bed is so comfortable
Francisco Jr, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We had a lovely stay at Braemar Lodge. Our room was huge and the bathroom was also very roomy and had a spa bath and double shower. Our private spa pool outside our room was amazing.
Judy, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great getaway resort. Quiet and very relaxing.
Nathan, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Luxury stay at very reasonable price = great value!!
Werner, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Lovely room and surroundings the staff team were brilliant
John, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Lovely spacious clean room. Friendly staff.
Colleen, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Such friendly and helpful staff and beautiful views. Another enjoyable stay at Braemar.
Matthew, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

So peaceful, staff were so friendly. Amazing stay
Geri, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Had a great stay! The staff was incredibly helpful, professional, and made sure everything went smoothly. Excellent service—truly appreciated, very good experience with property and specially staff. Special thanks to tharindu mate , u r legend and assert for lodge
Pankil, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Absolutely love the fact that the rooms and bathrooms are sooooo spacious! Very luxurious feel and it’s always a special treat to stay at here. The rooms are so well set up and you can’t hear any outside noise or loud neighbour. Clean, elegant and welcoming. Love it!
Kimberley, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Quite, peaceful and relaxed, friendly staff.
gillian, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Awesome beautiful quiet and clean place, the views were stunning and the spa and gas fire just topped everything off, beautiful meal in the restaurant cooked to perfection and delivered with a smile.
Wayne, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Beautiful setting and views. Spacious bedrooms and spa bath was lovely. Breakfast was ok, but the bacon, eggs and hash browns were only luke warm. Dinner was nice but very expensive for what it was.
Cora, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Spectacularly beautiful setting
Joseph, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great hotel with great views and good service
Craig, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Stunning views, very quiet location with dinner more like a culinary experience. We had room 10, it was beautiful. Massive room, fireplace, huge bathroom, worth splurging for a night or 2 & would love to stay again.
Holly, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful place.
Romana, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Lovely place to stay nice large rooms. Affordable luxury
Cyrus, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Enjoyed the aspect of a little bit out of town but not too far to be inconvenient. So peaceful and we were able to fully recharge. Staff were delightful and helpful. Can not fault anything. We loved our stay and would recommend to anyone!
Nicola, 2-night trip