Nestled in the heart of the picturesque alpine village of Hanmer Springs, Drifters Inn Hanmer Springs combines the comfort and personal service of an alpine lodge with the convenience of being just 80 metres from New Zealand's finest thermal spa and hot springs. Guests can let the mountain air and thermal waters of Hanmer Springs work their relaxing magic while staying at this charming property.
Drifters Inn is situated in Hanmer Springs, an alpine village in North Canterbury, which lies close to Mount Isobelle in the foothills of the Southern Alps. From here, you can easily get to the monkey puzzle tree in the middle of the village green. The property is also just 130 km from Kaikoura, providing more opportunities for exploration.
Each hotel room at Drifters Inn features an ensuite bathroom, fridge, tea/coffee making facilities, SKY TV, under-floor heating, telephone, and broadband Internet. All rooms also come equipped with a tea and coffee maker, hairdryer, and additional towels for visits to the thermal pools. Selected suites have interconnecting doors, making it ideal for families or groups seeking easy movement between rooms.
Guests can enjoy a range of wonderful aromas and tasty snacks throughout their stay. The inn also offers a large communal kitchen for those wishing to prepare their meals. In the mornings, daily breakfast is available from 8.00am-9.15am.
At Drifters Inn, the guest lounge features a TV, a stereo, and a selection of games, books, and magazines for guests' entertainment. The inn also houses a tour desk that can arrange activities such- as jet boating, white water rafting, and bungy jumping for thrill-seekers. For those in need of planning the next leg of their journey, the helpful staff is always eager to assist.
Hanmer Springs is renowned for its adventure racing opportunities, including the short course - with 5km Run/12km MTB for women and 7km Run/15km MTB for men - and the longer course designed for women's 10km Run/26km MTB and men's 12km Run and 27km MTB. Drifters Inn is an excellent base for such events, as well as for visiting stallholders from all over the country, showcasing a wealth of unusual and inspirational ideas to the sounds of music from Mel Parsons and the Danny Duo.