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Drifters Inn

3.0 star property
Staff at Drifters Inn create a genuinely warm experience from arrival through departure, offering attentive assistance whenever travelers need it

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Drifters Inn offers a scenic location with practical amenities for extended stays. Enjoy on-site laundry, conference space, and barbecue grills. Guests appreciate the helpful staff and free self-parking.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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9.6 out of 10
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(14 reviews)

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Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 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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9.0 out of 10
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Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Hanmer Springs is home to Drifters Inn. Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve and Waiau Ferry Bridge are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at A Maze N Golf and Marble Point Winery. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including skiing. Visit our Hanmer Springs travel guide
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2 Harrogate Street, Hanmer Springs, 7334

What's nearby

  • Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve which includes signage
    Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Chisholm Park
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A Maze N Golf
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Hanmer Heritage Forest
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Conical Hill
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
    99 min drive

Restaurants

  • No.31 Restaurant & Bar
    1 min walk
  • Hanmer Bakery & Cafe
    5 min walk
  • Sushi & Bowl
    5 min walk
  • Saints
    4 min walk
  • The Log Cabin
    1 min walk

About this property

Drifters Inn

Property highlights
Drifters Inn provides amenities like laundry facilities and conference space. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this guesthouse include:
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), barbecue grills, and luggage storage
  • Smoke-free premises and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Drifters Inn offer amenities such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • 32-inch TVs with satellite channels
  • Communal kitchens, refrigerators, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 4:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 14 for adults and NZD 14 for children

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 14 for adults and NZD 14 for children

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is 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

Is Drifters Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Drifters Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM.

What time is check-out at Drifters Inn?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Drifters Inn located?

Situated in Hanmer Springs, this guesthouse is within a 5-minute walk of Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve and Chisholm Park. A Maze N Golf and Conical Hill Walkway are also within 15 minutes.

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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
Rating 10 - Excellent. 377 out of 537 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 140 out of 537 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 537 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 537 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 537 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

GREG

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
room were nice and clean staff very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mikayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 😊
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly helpful staff. We especially loved the cosy lounge area with open fireplace! Had a wonderful time.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rousselle,

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff Good sized rooms
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kym

Lovely and convenient - clean comfy room - friendly helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, excellent staff, rooms a bit small. Good shared lounge and kitchen facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful stay at Drifters Inn My room was very comfortable and warm. So quiet at night. Very clean and tidy.
Forest walk
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Dinner Out
Dawn service Anzac Day
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property. Extremely comfortable and very close to everything in hanmer. Will stay here again next time I visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Great location & our room was compact but had everything we needed for a one night stay. Close to spa & restaurants. Owners very friendly & helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Friendly staff and comfortable room. Excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb check-in experience. Great amenities, wonderful shower, comfy bed, towels for the pools, thank you so much for making our visit perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. We would like to have stayed longer. Pools are just across the road.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marle

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

10/10 Excellent

Lyn

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

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.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, location, location. The hotel is a three minute walk to the thermal pools, and to add to the experience the Drifters Inn provides large bath towels at no charge. This locally owned hotel is a must for anyone visiting Hanmer Springs.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline Silveira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was sparkling clean, the check in and check out was super easy. The bed was so comfy! And it's in a perfect located area. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were super friendly and welcoming. Lovely warm rooms and comfy beds. Would highly recommend and definitely be rebooking next holiday
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay at Drifters Inn! Staff were so lovely, the lounge area inviting and location cannot be beat. The room was warm, beds comfy and lovely shower. Thanks so much for your Kiwi hospitality
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was quite compact, but the lounge area downstairs was very nice, with an open fire & there's a great very well equipped kitchen for guests to use.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Amenities
Good location. Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy , great staff, handy to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Manager was extremely courteous & very helpful. Offered towels for use at the thermal pools meaning mine stayed dry, terrific.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carma

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extraordinary hospitality! We appreciated the use of the kitchen, towels for the Hanmer geothermal pools, and coffee machine.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025