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Braemar Lodge And Spa

4.5 star property
Family ski hotel with full-service spa

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Private spa tub
Deluxe Spa Suite | Living room | Flat-screen TV
Deluxe Spa Suite | Living room | Flat-screen TV
Superior Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Breakfast, dinner served; Modern European cuisine, garden views
Braemar Lodge And Spa provides an eco-friendly mountain escape with a peaceful garden and convenient coffee shop. The attentive staff receives consistent praise from visitors who come for Solitude Spa's hot stone massages and Altitude Restaurant's Modern European cuisine.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Room service
Spa

Spa

Solitude Spa has couples treatment rooms. The hotel's spa offers hot stone massages, in-room massages, and Swedish massages. Types of treatments available include aromatherapy, body scrubs, facials, and manicures/pedicures. Other on-site facilities include a steam room and a sauna.

Spa treatment
Massage

Room options

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Accessible Spa Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Accessible Spa Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Spa Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Superior Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Superior Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(35 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Superior Spa Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Superior Spa Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

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 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
283 Medway Road, Hanmer Springs, 7360

What's nearby

  • Hanmer Springs Bridge Lookout - 7 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve - 15 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • Chisholm Park - 16 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Hanmer Heritage Forest - 17 min drive - 9.7 miles
  • Conical Hill - 20 min drive - 9.2 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alpine Village Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Sushi & Bowl - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Rustic Tapas - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Boulder Burgers - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Petrah Souvlaki Kebab House - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Braemar Lodge And Spa

Luxury eco-certified hotel in the mountains
A terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Braemar Lodge And Spa. Skiers and snowboarders can spend time on the slopes at this hotel featuring a ski shuttle. Treat yourself to a facial, aromatherapy, or a massage at Solitude Spa, the onsite spa. The on-site Modern European cuisine fine-dining restaurant, Altitude Restaurant, offers breakfast, dinner, and al fresco dining. In addition to an arcade/game room and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Luggage storage, helicopter/airplane tours, and a TV in the lobby
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Braemar Lodge And Spa boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like separate sitting areas and bathrobes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with jetted tubs and designer toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Patios, separate sitting areas, and electric kettles

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.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip 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/airplane 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 center (1,076 square feet 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2008
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • 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 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 allowed for an extra charge of NZD 60 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 44 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 4 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
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

  • 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

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision

National rating

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

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Frequently asked questions

Is Braemar Lodge And Spa pet-friendly?

Yes, Braemar Lodge And Spa allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 44 lbs per pet. There's a fee of NZD 60 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Braemar Lodge And Spa?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Braemar Lodge And Spa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Braemar Lodge And Spa?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Braemar Lodge And Spa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of NZD 200 per vehicle applies.

Where is Braemar Lodge And Spa located?

Located near the slopes, this Hanmer Springs hotel is in the mountains, 2 mi (3.2 km) from Hanmer Springs Bridge Lookout and close to winter activities such as cross-country skiing and skiing lessons. Waiau Ferry Bridge is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away.

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