Braemar Lodge And Spa

4.5 star property
Family ski hotel with full-service spa

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Superior Suite | Living area
Accessible Spa Suite | Terrace/patio
Deluxe Spa Suite | Living room
Deluxe Spa Suite | Living room
Interior detail

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Room service
The current price is AU$253
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May

Explore the area

Map
283 Medway Road, Hanmer Springs, 7360
  • Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Hanmer Heritage Forest
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Conical Hill
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

Accessible Spa Suite

Highlights

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

Deluxe Spa Suite

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite

Highlights

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

Superior Spa Suite

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

About the area

Hanmer Springs

A luxury stay in Hanmer Springs awaits you at Braemar Lodge And Spa. You'll be 3.2 km (2 mi) from Hanmer Springs Bridge Lookout and 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from Waiau Ferry Bridge. Highlights at this ski hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and free self-parking. .A relaxing day at Solitude Spa can include hot stone massages, body scrubs and facials along with aromatherapy and mani/pedis. The fine-dining restaurant, Altitude Restaurant, serves Modern European cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the sauna along with access to bike hire and mountain biking. 1076 square feet (100 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and a conference centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 4.5-property class Hanmer Springs hotel include Marble Point Winery and A Maze N Golf.

What's nearby

  • Hanmer Springs Bridge Lookout - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
  • A Maze N Golf - 11 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve - 12 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Hanmer Heritage Forest - 13 min drive - 11.7 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

Family ski hotel with full-service 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
  • Conference rooms
  • 1076 sq ft of conference space
  • 100 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2008
  • Conference centre
  • 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
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Braemar Lodge And Spa offers 24 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Rooms open to patios. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Select Comfort beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with in-room jetted baths, bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis 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 selected 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 programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: NZD 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Altitude Restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Mountain biking
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference centre (1,076 square foot of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open select days
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
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 lb 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 25.0 per day.

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: from 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 all 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 aged 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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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Braemar Lodge And Spa?

Braemar Lodge And Spa offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Braemar Lodge And Spa?

As of 28 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Braemar Lodge And Spa on 12 May 2025 start from AU$252.63, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Braemar Lodge And Spa?

Yep, Braemar Lodge And Spa has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Braemar Lodge And Spa?

Yep, Solitude Spa is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body scrubs, facials and body treatments, as well as Swedish massages.

What makes Braemar Lodge And Spa a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and al fresco dining, as well as Jetted bath and comfy beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Braemar Lodge And Spa.

Is Braemar Lodge And Spa family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an arcade and laundry facilities, it's no surprise that Braemar Lodge And Spa is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Braemar Lodge And Spa?

No, but there are Jetted bath in the guestrooms.

Does Braemar Lodge And Spa serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order brekkie is served daily from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Braemar Lodge And Spa?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Braemar Lodge And Spa?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Modern European cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Braemar Lodge And Spa?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Braemar Lodge And Spa?

Cats and dogs are welcome at Braemar Lodge And Spa, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of one pet, with a maximum weight of up to 20 kg per pet.

Braemar Lodge And Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 392 out of 602 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 140 out of 602 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 602 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 602 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 602 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

8/10 Good

A

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Fabulous

Stayed here previously and service is fantastic. A bit of let down as one of the basin in the bathroom was blocked and fuse blew as soon as we turned the jacuzzi on. I was told the following morning that we could have called an after hours for urgent assistance, but it was a too much of a hassle for someone to visit late at night. The front person was very apologetic, luckily we had the fire going so it was warm enough for the night! Very comfortable place to stay. Will stay again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jay

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Deluxe Spa Suite was comfortable and modern. Room service and breakfast were amazing. Our room was unfortunately effected by the recent weather which meant network outages, which would have been good to know earlier!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy and quick check in process, very spacious and cosy room with an amazing spa bath and incredibly comfortable bed! Great to have a mini fridge and the bits and bobs we needed to have our own meals in our room instead of dining out if we wished. Robes and slippers were a nice touch! We loved our stay and will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The suite was large and well setup. The location was very peaceful with nice views.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lee

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room size was large, which meant it was comfortable to spend time in there. It had been raining, so we were very happy to spend time relaxing with a book. The room had two sources of heat, including a log flame gas heater. Two spas, one outside and the other in the bathroom, suitable for two.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spacious rooms
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cyrus

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay nice large rooms. Affordable luxury
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Natasha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional room with so much space. Loved having a fire for ambiance
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Gareth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was amazing. Breakfast was excellent. Ordered the steak for dinner $48 was excessive for a piece of meat that tasted like it had been defrosted in the microwave very chewing and I'm guessing was Cajun seasoned flavour ruined the meat. Only half was edible due to thick grizzle in the meat which could not be cut with a steak knife. Sides were poor. $41 chicken burger dripping with oil. Would not suggest dinner there. Other than that would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Romana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful place.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is located a couple of kilometers along a gravel road. I booked a Deluxe Spa Suite (14 - Kereru). First impressions: The room smelled slightly of stale cigarettes despite a strict no-smoking policy, but the room was enormous, and had floor to ceiling windows providing wonderful views of the Amuri Basin. Decor was somewhat worn and dated, but I loved the fireplace. Lots of birdlife in the gardens to see and hear. The private spa was a treat being able to soak and relax in such a quiet environment. I didn't love the slimy feeling or colour of the hot tub water, but it was hot and the views were gorgeous. You could hear other people in their hot tubs on the balconies, but that was to be expected. The venue binder mentioned bug spray and repellent in the room, but it wasn't - I had to call and request it and it was quickly provided to deal with a few rogue sandflies and mosquitoes. Lovely spa bath, with a small sachet of bath salts provided, and incredible water pressure in the shower. I spent a lot of time soaking in the spa bath and it was wonderful. I was disappointed at the toiletries - the bulk pump dispensers and quality of the contents was like watery dish soap. It would have been more fitting to have a set of nicer quality mini-sized toiletries, considering the deluxe spa suite and room pricing. I didn't eat at the restaurant. The room had a mini bar fridge and kettle, no microwave and ample tea, coffee and cookies (at no cost).
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Aleisha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Private spa was great
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Was very peaceful and relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

5 star motel

Clean motel, very well set out, so quiet for a weekend get away!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

GARETH

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was amazing with wonderful views dinner was amazing room was large bed was so comfy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maninder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great privacy. Opulent room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing quality for the price. We will be back
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Had a couple problems with the spa as one of the spas lights did not work and the spa inside would randomly keep turning on during the night so had to get up to turn it off, also had no Netflix or anything like that working on the tv and was no attempt for them to fix it
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Max

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Our key card didn’t work, and when we finally got into the room, it was completely unclean—towels on the floor, bed used, etc. We asked for a new room before heading to dinner and received one, but there was no compensation beyond an apology. Nice place, but it needs better management and more staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025