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Drifters Inn

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Hanmer Springs

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Interior
Exterior
Fridge, coffee/tea maker
Standard Studio (King Studio)
Reception

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Located in a scenic spot, Drifters Inn offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. With laundry facilities, conference space, and barbecue grills on site you'll feel at home. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests who also appreciated the free self parking.

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking

Main amenities (8)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Conference space
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is CA $119
CA $137 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28

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Standard Studio (Super King Studio)

Standard Studio (Super King Studio)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 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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Standard Studio (Queen Studio)

Standard Studio (Queen Studio)

Highlights

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

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Standard Studio (King Studio)

Standard Studio (King Studio)

Highlights

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

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Standard Studio

Standard Studio

Highlights

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

Hanmer Springs Retreat

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
8.4 out of 10, Very good, 1,001 reviews
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About the area

Map
2 Harrogate Street, Hanmer Springs, 7334

What's nearby

  • Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Chisholm Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A Maze N Golf - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Hanmer Heritage Forest - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Conical Hill - 3 min drive - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fire & Ice Cafe Restaurant & Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sushi & Bowl - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Isobel's Restaurant and Bar at the Heritage Hotel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Rustic Cafe & Tapa's Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Salt N Pepper Cafe/Restaurant/Bar - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Drifters Inn

Enjoy your visit to Hanmer Springs with a stay at Drifters Inn. Free perks include WiFi and self parking. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English
VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 18 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 4:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Skiing nearby

Working away

  • Conference space

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 14 for adults and NZD 14 for children

Policies

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.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Eurocard

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

Does Drifters Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Drifters Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Drifters Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Drifters Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Drifters Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Drifters Inn and nearby?

Have fun with nearby winter activities like skiing.

What's the area around Drifters Inn like?

Drifters Inn is a short 2-minute walk from Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve and 15 minutes' walk from Hanmer Heritage Forest.

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Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Lyn, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Donnella, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Daniel, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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Barry, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Room small and hot water out of tap burnt you. Bed soft.
Chris, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Caroline Silveira, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful hotel
Amazing and best facility,beautiful room,and kitchen.
Shashikant, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

It was a very nice stay, but the only thing was when you walked out of your room it smelt Smokey due to the fireplace and I could smell it coming through the DVR system.
Michael, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Wendy, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice property. No complaints whatsoever.
Bradford, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Sarah, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very good

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.
Karen, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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
Amy, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Traveled with four years old, they prepared the extra bed well and the sharing kitchen nice and clean. Like the lounge with the fire wood and optional games for kids and adults.
Indriaty S, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Lorinda, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Ticked all the boxes - super clean & comfortable. Close to everything we were there to experience.
Andrew, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Good location. Friendly staff
Melanie, 2-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were super friendly and welcoming. Lovely warm rooms and comfy beds. Would highly recommend and definitely be rebooking next holiday
Tina, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Lovely friendly owners
Caroline, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Directly across road from thermal pools. Extremely comfortable, clean and welcoming.
Janis, 1-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay
Daryn, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic stay
Aroha, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Homely
Ann, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Alyssa, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review