Drifters Inn

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Hanmer Springs with free parking

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Fireplace
Standard Studio (King Studio) | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
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 SAR 319
SAR 367 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 4 of 4 rooms

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

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

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

Standard Studio

Highlights

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

About the neighborhood

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
  • 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

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), tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • Barbecue grills and smoke-free premises
  • 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

Languages

English

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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

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee daily 4:00 AM–10:00 AM: NZD 14 for adults and NZD 14 for children

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Connecting rooms available

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

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

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

Is Drifters Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Drifters Inn?

As of 21 Rabiʻ I 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Drifters Inn on 24 Rabiʻ I 2025 start from $98.91, 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.

How much is parking at Drifters Inn?

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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Drifters Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 354 out of 506 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 134 out of 506 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 506 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 506 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 506 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

Kym

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

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

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

Daryn

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

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

Aroha

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

10/10 Excellent

Bradford

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

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

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

Melanie

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

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a lovely place to stay

6/10 Okay

Michael

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

8/10 Good

Chris

Room small and hot water out of tap burnt you. Bed soft.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent facilities, comfortable bed, great location.

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

Indriaty S

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

Barry

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

10/10 Excellent

Neil

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

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Was in easy walking distance to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 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

Lex

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