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Drifters Inn

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Hanmer Springs

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Located in a scenic spot, Drifters Inn offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. With laundry facilities, conference space, and barbecue grills on site you'll feel at home. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests who also appreciated the free self parking.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (8)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Conference space
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is $85
$98 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18

Room options

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Standard Studio (Queen Studio) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio (Queen Studio)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Studio (King Studio) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio (King Studio)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Studio (Super King Studio)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Standard Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
2 Harrogate Street, Hanmer Springs, 7334

What's nearby

  • Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Chisholm Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A Maze N Golf - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Hanmer Heritage Forest - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Conical Hill - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hanmer Bakery & Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Fire and Ice - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Salt N Pepper Cafe/Restaurant/Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪No.31 Restaurant & Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Rustic Tapas - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Drifters Inn

Drifters Inn is a great choice for a stay in Hanmer Springs. Free perks include WiFi and self parking. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 18 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 4:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Skiing nearby

Working away

  • Conference space

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 14 for adults and NZD 14 for children

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

This property does not have elevators.

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 and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Drifters Hanmer Springs

Drifters Inn

Drifters Inn Hanmer Springs

Drifters Hotel Hanmer Springs

Drifters Inn Guesthouse

Drifters Inn Hanmer Springs

Drifters Inn Guesthouse Hanmer Springs

Frequently asked questions

Does Drifters Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Drifters Inn 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 Drifters Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Drifters Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Drifters Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Drifters Inn and nearby?

Have fun with nearby winter activities like skiing.

What's the area around Drifters Inn like?

Drifters Inn is a short 2-minute walk from Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve and 5 minutes' walk from Chisholm Park.

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Reviews

Drifters Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The property's thermal pools were clean and accessible with towels provided for guest use. (3 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Great accommodation, friendly and helpful hosts, great location in town, we will be back in 2027
Michael, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous place to stay ! Great facilities, excellent rooms , all 10/10 !!
Susan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff and amenities.
Geraldine, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great staff Excellent location
Ramnik, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean, great service, friendly staff, centrally located
MICHAEL, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

room were nice and clean staff very nice
GREG, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location to pools and restaurants, comfy room, lovely helpful staff and decorated so nicely for Christmas. My girls and I loved staying here and we will be back 😊
Mikayla, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room cleaned daily with new towels if needed (we didn't) and towels for the springs. Handy location across the road from the springs
Rory, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly helpful staff. We especially loved the cosy lounge area with open fireplace! Had a wonderful time.
Carley, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff Good sized rooms
Rousselle,, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely and convenient - clean comfy room - friendly helpful staff.
Kym, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay! Friendly staff and comfortable room. Excellent location
Jennifer, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great location, excellent staff, rooms a bit small. Good shared lounge and kitchen facilities.
Roger, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent property. Extremely comfortable and very close to everything in hanmer. Will stay here again next time I visit.
Alan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Had a wonderful stay at Drifters Inn My room was very comfortable and warm. So quiet at night. Very clean and tidy.
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Helen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location & our room was compact but had everything we needed for a one night stay. Close to spa & restaurants. Owners very friendly & helpful
Caroline, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Superb check-in experience. Great amenities, wonderful shower, comfy bed, towels for the pools, thank you so much for making our visit perfect!
Carma, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The pillows were too big and therefore very uncomfortable. The taps are too close to the basin. The shower was very good. Friendly staff.
Talita, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location & very comfortable rooms, we found the staff super helpful, friendly. Loved restaurant next door fire & ice, but highlight hot springs across the road. Will definitely stay here again
Amanda Nathan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place. We would like to have stayed longer. Pools are just across the road.
Jeremy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Drifters Inn - Great Location and good price.

My husband and I enjoyed our stay very much. Very clean and a comfy bed. Quiet and restful. Just across the road from the local Hot Springs.
Lyn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were super friendly and welcoming. Lovely warm rooms and comfy beds. Would highly recommend and definitely be rebooking next holiday
Tina, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean and tidy , great staff, handy to everything
Lex, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

From the moment we arrived we where impressed. The reception was so welcoming. The facilities are great and clean. The property is in walking distance to attractions. Would stay again
Marle, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The lady on the check in desk was so lovely, she made us feel so welcome, we love that they have the communal lounge area with games and that we could of had use of the kitchen if we wanted. Location to the hotpools is excellent and they supply excellent size towels, we will definitely be back.
Wendy, 1-night trip