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Alpine Garden Motel

4.0 star property
Motel in Hanmer Springs with free parking

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Family Unit) | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Studio - Couples Retreat) | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
The Alpine Garden Motel welcomes visitors with its beautiful garden and inviting library. Guests can relax on the terrace while using the WiFi to stay connected. Previous travelers particularly appreciate the staff members who go out of their way to create memorable experiences.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (Unit - Sleeps 3) | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (Unit - Sleeps 3)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Access Unit)

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Access Unit) | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Access Unit)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed
Hair dryer
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Family Unit)

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Family Unit) | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Family Unit)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Sofa bed
  • 44 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Spa Bath Couples Retreat)

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Spa Bath Couples Retreat) | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Spa Bath Couples Retreat)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Studio - Couples Retreat)

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Studio - Couples Retreat) | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Studio - Couples Retreat)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Hanmer Springs is home to Alpine Garden Motel. Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve and Waiau Ferry Bridge are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Chisholm Park and Conical Hill Walkway. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including skiing.
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3 Leamington St, Hanmer Springs, 7334

What's nearby

  • Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A Maze N Golf - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Chisholm Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Hanmer Heritage Forest - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Conical Hill - 7 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alpine Village Inn - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Sushi & Bowl - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Rustic Tapas - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Boulder Burgers - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Petrah Souvlaki Kebab House - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Alpine Garden Motel

Upscale motel
Consider a stay at Alpine Garden Motel and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and a library. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Luggage storage and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Alpine Garden Motel boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels and DVD players
  • Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 20

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 10.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: NZD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Alpine Garden Motel Hanmer Springs
Alpine Garden Motel
Alpine Garden Hanmer Springs
Alpine Garden Motel Motel
Alpine Garden Motel Hanmer Springs
Alpine Garden Motel Motel Hanmer Springs

Frequently asked questions

Is Alpine Garden Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Alpine Garden Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Alpine Garden Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Alpine Garden Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for NZD 20 (subject to availability).

Where is Alpine Garden Motel located?

Situated in Hanmer Springs, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve, A Maze N Golf, and Chisholm Park. Conical Hill Walkway and Hanmer Heritage Forest are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Alpine Garden Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 269 out of 404 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 117 out of 404 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 404 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 404 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 404 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service and accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome ,clean, cheaper than other hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cosy sleep the bedsheets were so warm which was perfect for our cold night. Room was nice and clean and had everything we needed. Easy walking distance to the pool, restaurants and shops. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful with late check-in. Room was great for entire family of 5, with a handy kitchen too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice units in a nice spot easy walking to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great family run motel. Big clean room, walk to spa pools, restaurants etc.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

JENNY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay for a quick family getaway. Great location and tidy rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward

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

Nice motel in a good location

Nice motel, in good condition. Had everything we needed for our 2 night stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location great
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property and the staff are lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Our one bedroom unit had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. We had plenty of Sky tv channels, Netflix etc. The motel was only a few minutes walk to town & the hot pools. The owners were really friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and lovely place to stay! Walking distance to shops, resturants and hotpools. Pool towels available to borrow which was great. Lovely warm comfortable place to stay. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jette

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect

Really nice, clean, comfortable motel with good location. Short walk to centre of town and the spa and pools.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a great unit. Comfortable & within walking distance if needed. Enjoyed our stay and could have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hope

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly service and the units are clean , spacious and comfortable. We will definitely be staying here again ☺️
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ella and Kate were fantastic hosts and the place was a wee gek to stay at
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect family room for our visit to Hanmer Springs :)

10/10 Excellent

Shivneil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alpine Garden Motel is a great place to stay in Hanmer Springs. Friendly staff and great facilities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic motel with great staff running it
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean, quiet , friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Unit was very clean, private and comfortable! Staff very friendly & helpful ☺️😂
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had everything we needed for our stay. Quiet, clean and close to town. Perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fia

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

Perfect place to stay!

What an amazing place! Friendly owners, perfect location and everything 5 our of 5 stars! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to restaurants was a winner for us. Very comfortable motel 👌
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

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