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Reviews of Braemar Lodge And Spa 5 stars

283 Medway Road, 7360 Hanmer Springs, New Zealand

#20 of 25 hotels in Hanmer Springs

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 1121 hotel reviews

8.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.1

  • Comfort

    9.2

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    8.7

  • Staff

    8.8

  • Value for money

    8.4

  • Free WiFi

    9.0

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  • Reviewed: 26 August 2025

    10
    A great place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Spa Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There really wasn't anything. We had a great time 😊

    I loved the beautiful room, the big bed, the spa, the shower with the dual heads.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Spa Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The shower was leaking and the rubbish wasn’t removed in the bathroom

    Amazing views, spacious room, spa on the patios, super friendly staff, will definitely be back

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Spa Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Was lucky enough to have snow at 10PM while in the spa, and woke up to a beautiful layer of snow the following morning due to the elevation of the lodge. Far away from the town district but we had no problems with this. Everything was impeccable. Huge, comfortable bed! Breakfast was brilliant.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    A repeat visit for us which reminded us again how we love to stay at Braemar Lodge. Spectacular views and 5 star facilities. Helpful and attentive staff made our stay truly restful.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 August 2025

    10
    Will definitely be back here with my wife on our honeymoon. Just have to find a wife 😂😂
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Spa Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast opened at 8am when I arrived at 8:05 most of the hot food was cold which was a lil disappointing but besides that, excellent

    Everything, the spa, the food at the restaurant, Chaminda was great with his service and was very polite and welcoming! The room I had was incredible! The birds singing and being surrounded by nature! This place is definitely honeymoon material!!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2025

    10
    Danlie review
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Spa Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cold breakfast was meant to be hot, and steak was OK just

    The room was a like as was the spa also a like a like a lot

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 August 2025

    9.0
    Great stay restaurant needs improvement
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Spa Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The dinner didn’t reflect what is charged for the food

    Room and facilities were excellent

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2025

    7.0
    Lovely peaceful break
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Starting to show some decent wear and tear leak above our room door and generally looking a bit tired. Could do with a overhaul or decent maintenance in public areas.

    Enjoy the location and room is great.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2025

    7.0
    Not as great as it used to be??
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Spa Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Spa area outside had black mould on concrete around the spa and dividing walls. Could use some water blasting and cleaning. There was ripped wallpaper in the room that hadn't been replaced/fixed. Also paint chipping on the ceiling in the bathroom. I thought the refills containers in the bathroom was a great idea but having a shampoo/conditioner combined is budget. Also, the pumps don't work well for body wash, shampoo/conditioner. Having written on them with a vivid also was a bit tacky. The double shower was quite small in comparison to the huge spa bath and probably unnecessary. The description here specified a coffee machine in the room; only instant coffee was provided and at the cost of staying in a deluxe spa suite I think instant coffee is again a budget option. Overall, it was a private, quiet stay but the whole place seems to be lacking some TLC and also lacking in atmosphere. The breakfast was just ok - also lacking anything special. Something to note the spa doesn't offer couples massage so spending that money in the spa in the Hanmer hot pools complex is a better option. The view from the dining room and our suite was probably the nicest part of the stay.

    Private outdoor spa pool, gas fire in room.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Spa Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Didn’t realise you had to drive down a gravel road to get there, although was well maintained. Shower leaked all over the bathroom floor but there was a drain on the floor. Outside of the rooms in the hallways were freezing cold and the lift seemed a bit dodgy and made weird noises and clunked a bit.

    Excellent stay, the room was lovely and we had a fantastic time. Food was amazing, the cheese platter was worthwhile getting although not enough crackers for the amount of cheese provided. Amazing pressure in the shower. Had a sauna in the spa with instructions on how to use.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Spa Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Spa was excellent. The restaurant’s food and service was far better than I had anticipated. The Angus steak was cooked perfectly, and one of the best I’ve had.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Large spa pool was closed

    Location

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 July 2025

    10
    Stayed for our 6year Anniversary
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Spa Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I wish I knew about the facilities that this place had to offer (gym, sauna, spa, massages) before arival but aside from that the restaurant is a but pricey for it is presented beautifully a la carte style but the fishes lack in any special flavors

    Partner & I loved the Room it was massive I wasn't excepting it, love the bathroom absolutely gorgeous & lounge was so Cosy & plenty of parking

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 July 2025

    7.0
    Beautiful, peaceful spot. Just what we needed.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Spa Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There definitely needs to be some good maintenance done. The taps in the bathroom were loose, there was a ceiling light out of place, a few little things… all easy enough to fix to bring the standard back up.

    Yummy breakfast, warm rooms with a comfy bed. We felt like we were so far away from the city hustle and bustle. Beautiful spot! Staff are kind and friendly. We were lucky to have picked dates where we almost had the place to ourselves.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2025

    9.0
    Highly recommend this place for a comfortable stay and unwind.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Spa Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    In room condiments were basic and limited. Could at least have a decent coffee and plunger in room. Dining average.

    Very spacious room and very large comfortable bed. Spa outdoor on patio and one also in the bathroom

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    That their wasn't more variety for room service.

    The rooms were very clean and an amazing size. Bathroom had great shower and bath .. Beautiful views and a relaxing environment.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 July 2025

    8.0
    Was awesome will definitely come back
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Spa Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    That it didn’t have a sink or little element to cook on

    Was nice and cosy super comfy bed and having the spa outside was so nice

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 July 2025

    7.0
    Not enough time to enjoy the place due to the late check in
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Late check in aswell as early check out

    How luxury the place is

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 July 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Spa Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was blood left in the room from previous domestic violence event with previous guests. Also the bathroom spa bath and toilet needed a good scrub. Felt like it let the property down quite a bit. Also no apology from management.

    Amazing room with a fire place and spa outside

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 July 2025

    9.0
    It was a lovely stay and massage thank you
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Spa Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Far away from town and the dirt road drive

    The spa on the balcony and the nice space in the room

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 June 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Spa Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A large, beautiful room with stunning views :) Absolutely loved the king-sized bed, the outdoor spa tub, and the giant spa bath!!! The restaurant was amazing - our dinner and buffet breakfast was delish. It was our first time in Hamner Springs, and it was definitely a beautiful place to stay at while enjoying everything Hamner Springs had to offer :)

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 June 2025

    7.0
    Overall, was a nice stay and we would come back.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Accessible Spa Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Unfortunately the lounge area didn’t appear to have been cleaned for a while. Very dusty, dead insects on the carpet, tables needed to be wiped. There was also what appeared to be dried blood on the floor in the reception area. The white comforter on the bed was quite stained (brown and yellow patches). The Netflix usage was unavailable - it said there were too many people logged in at the same time. The fire alarm went off about 7am as a false alarm but we know that can’t be helped.

    Super comfy bed, child’s cot available which was great. Large rooms, lovely spa pool and spa bath. Great breakfast, friendly staff.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 June 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We found portion sizes of evening meal too small for the cost of meal.

    Good sized room with amazing view and a awesome brekkie.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 June 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    no complaints

    super beautiful and nice to be not right in the centre of town

    Stayed in June 2025

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