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Drifters Inn

3.0 star property
Guesthouse with free parking, steps from Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve

Photo gallery for Drifters Inn

Fireplace
Exterior
Standard Studio (King Studio)
Mountain view
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$170
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar

Explore the area

Map
2 Harrogate Street, Hanmer Springs, 7334
  • Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Chisholm Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • A Maze N Golf
    ‪9 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Studio (Super King Studio)

Standard Studio (Super King Studio)

Standard Studio (Super King Studio)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio (Queen Studio)

Standard Studio (Queen Studio)

Standard Studio (Queen Studio)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Studio (King Studio)

Standard Studio (King Studio)

Standard Studio (King Studio)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Studio

Standard Studio

Standard Studio

Highlights

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

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About the area

Hanmer Springs

Drifters Inn places you steps from Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve and within a short 5-minute stroll of Chisholm Park. Highlights at this guest house include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, barbecues and tour/ticket assistance. Plus you'll find laundry facilities and luggage storage. Continental breakfast is available daily between 4:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Hanmer Springs guest house include A Maze N Golf and Conical Hill Walkway.
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What's nearby

  • Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Chisholm Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Conical Hill Walkway - 11 min walk - 1.0 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

Guesthouse with free parking, steps from Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve
Drifters Inn offers its guests barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Hanmer Springs guest house is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
Drifters Inn offers 18 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and shared/communal kitchens. Satellite televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers. This Hanmer Springs guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

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 and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Eurocard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

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

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

What is the cancellation policy at Drifters Inn?

Drifters Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Drifters Inn?

As of 6 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Drifters Inn on 11 Mar 2025 start from NZ$170.00, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Drifters Inn?

Yep, Drifters Inn has a free self car park.

Does Drifters Inn serve breakfast?

Yep, continental breakfast is on offer daily from 4:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Drifters Inn?

No, Drifters Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Drifters Inn?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Drifters Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Drifters Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 353 out of 504 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 133 out of 504 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 504 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 504 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 504 reviews

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 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

6/10 Okay

Michael

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

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Travelled with family
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

Bradford, Crawfordville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property. No complaints whatsoever.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with partner
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

Amy

Travelled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Indriaty S

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Lorinda

Liked: Amenities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ticked all the boxes - super clean & comfortable. Close to everything we were there to experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

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

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Travelled with partner
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

8/10 Good

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely friendly owners
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Directly across road from thermal pools. Extremely comfortable, clean and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daryn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aroha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Homely
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great venue and I liked the access to the kitchen and lounge.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Joanne

Had a power outage for most of the day, staff were great putting on a bbq. No fan in bathroom also told to phone them if any questions, no phone in room.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
N/a
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Freindly very easy to get on with just great all round place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly great environment
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Travelled with group
Was in easy walking distance to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024