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Braemar Lodge And Spa

4.5 star property
Mountain retreat where guests can enjoy al fresco dining and spa treatments with stunning views - the perfect balance of indulgence and natural beauty

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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

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Deluxe Spa Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Accessible Spa Suite | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar, in-room safe

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
Separate bedroom
  • Garden view
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Suite | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Superior Spa Suite | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Spa Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
  • Garden view
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located in Hanmer Springs, Braemar Lodge And Spa is in a rural area and near a boardwalk/promenade. Waiau Ferry Bridge and Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Chisholm Park and Conical Hill Walkway. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, downhill skiing, and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowshoeing. Visit our Hanmer Springs travel guide
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283 Medway Road, Hanmer Springs, 7360

What's nearby

  • Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve which includes signage
    Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve
    14 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Hanmer Springs Bridge Lookout
    7 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Waiau Ferry Bridge
    8 min drive - 5.1 km
  • A Maze N Golf
    13 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Chisholm Park
    15 min drive - 14.4 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
    98 min drive

Restaurants

  • No.31 Restaurant & Bar
    12 min drive
  • Hanmer Bakery & Cafe
    13 min drive
  • Saints
    12 min drive
  • Salt N Pepper Cafe/Restaurant/Bar
    13 min drive
  • Rustic Tapas
    12 min drive

About this property

Braemar Lodge And Spa

Luxury family-friendly 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 body scrub, a Swedish massage, or a body treatment 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)
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, free newspapers, 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.

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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?

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.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Braemar Lodge And Spa Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 491 out of 745 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 169 out of 745 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 745 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 745 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 745 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great accommodation in a fabulous location with touches of luxury.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful and comfortable stay, with large rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good sized room with great view
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shereen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and friendly helpful staff. Also the peace and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, fabulous view, friendly staff and great food.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annabel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at Braemar lodge. Beautiful clean room and very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay Very helpful staff Excellent food at reasonable prices
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jun

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staffs were very friendly and amenities were premium level! I love to re-visit Braemar Lodge and Spa for my next holiday!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Oh my we loved this place! The jacuzzi tub and the outdoor spa were fabulous! The breakfast was SO good! Both of our favorite meal this whole trip!
The best breakfast!
Creamy eggs, croissants, yogurt, and more.
Sign at front entrance
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

felicity

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Spacious, well appointed rooms, enormous bathrooms with a deep spa bath. Tranquil surroundings.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Aleta

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the spa rooms. Very spacious. Loved the indoor tub that fit 2. Note you need to check in by 6pm. There is gravel road to get to the final resort location. Restaurant onsite worked well.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Big room, beautiful view, and great food.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

jayden

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The superior room was stunning , me and the children thought the spa inside and out was great . The breakfast was also super easy and hassle free . Beautiful views and all staff were lovely and helpful . We will be back
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was beautiful, staff were lovely!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous views from the room and balcony, very generous room and bathroom sizes, lovely location and staff were very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Shem

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very spacious room, the spa was great. Huge bathroom with a spa-bath. Very nice and secluded, great for a private getaway
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Amenities
Staff were excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Everything about our stay exceeded our expectations, from the staff, room amenities and location we couldn’t have loved it more. The breakfast buffet was one of the best we’ve had and the fact we could bring our dog made it even better. We cannot wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Amenities
Spa was really clean, room was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless spacious room. Very friendly staff. Yummy dining room and cocktails. Close to town. Loved outlook.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great large rooms, spa great and private. Very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wondering lodge, peaceful, beautiful location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay, loved the spa everyday, staff lovely too
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous big room of high quality furnishings, with amazing views. Balcony hot tub was a great treat. Staff were super friendly and helpful. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful stay, very quiet and an easy drive to Hanmer springs. We loved the spa and just how spacious the rooms were. Will definitely stay here again. Also loved the buffet breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025