Offering free Wi-Fi, and a guest lounge with a fireplace, Drifters Inn just 80 metres from the famous Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve. It offers rooms with flat-screen satellite TV. Drifters Inn Hanmer Springs is 2 minutes’ drive from Hanmer Springs Golf Course and Woodland Walk Recreation Reserve. Christchurch International Airport is 133 km away. All rooms have a tea and coffee maker and a bathroom with a hairdryer. The guest lounge features a TV, a stereo, and a selection of games, books and magazines. The inn also offers a large communal kitchen and a tour desk that can arrange activities such as jet boating, white water rafting and bungy jumping.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Hanmer Springs, this property has an excellent location score of 9.9

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
2 single beds
or
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
or
2 single beds
and
1 sofa bed
2 extra-large double beds
and
1 sofa bed
or
2 single beds
and
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.9
Free WiFi
9.3
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Barker
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The room was comfortable and modern. The bathroom was nice, the shower had excellent pressure. The location is excellent.
  • Riceball2012
    Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia
    Just a very cozy place. The ocean right outside your door.
  • Heather
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The lounge with gorgeous cosy fire Being able to have a place to eat & relax in that was not your bedroom.

Property surroundings

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Facilities of Drifters Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Tumble dryer
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Luggage storage
  • Wake-up service
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Electric blankets
  • Designated smoking area
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
Drifters Inn takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
From 06:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Group Booking Conditions (4 rooms and above) 14 Days out we require a 50% deposit to be paid.

Notice will be provided 48 hours within booking, these conditions must be accepted within this timeframe otherwise your booking may be cancelled.

This property does not allow parties of any kind, guests must abide by the quiet hours set, as not doing so could breach the properties policies which could result in the guests being removed.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

FAQs about Drifters Inn

  • Drifters Inn offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 3 km)
  • The prices at Drifters Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at Drifters Inn include:

    • Double
    • Twin/Double
    • Family
  • Check-in at Drifters Inn is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Drifters Inn is 200 yards from the centre of Hanmer Springs. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.