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Select Braemar Lodge & Spa

5.0 of 5
283 Medway Road, Hanmer Springs 7360, New Zealand
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Select Braemar Lodge & Spa
Ranked #11 of 17 hotels in Hanmer Springs
4.0 of 5 stars 74 Reviews
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

Had a four day stay with my husband. We were hoping for unforgettable 5 star experience but it was not the case. Dirty room, poor heating, dusty wine glasses and even worse bath towels with huge halls in the middle! The food was awful especially the breakfast, could not eat it, very cheap quality products cooked at least the night... More

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Orbost, Australia
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012

Stayed two nights in very nice room. Had good meal in restaurant on the first night and asked waiter if we could book table for following night. We were told this had to be done through front desk which had closed for night. Next day we drove to Reefton and got back at about 4pm and asked to book table... More

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Director09, Owner at Select Braemar Lodge & Spa, responded to this review
May 18, 2012

We thank your reviewers for their positive comments on our rooms. We have acted upon their suggestion that the restaurant staff making bookings rather than just having this done through reception. It was very unfortunate regarding the second days dinner reservation but it was a very busy night and we do try and stagger the tables so that all our... More

Sydney, Australia
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44 reviews 44 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2012

As the weather (rain not snow) set in we decided to book a place we could use as a destination. A place where you spend the time in your room and use the facilities, we picked well. Braemar Lodge is all that and a bit more. From the moment you walk into your suite with King size bed, open fire... More

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Christchurch
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 19, 2012

My wife and I stayed over Easter and had an excellent experience. Apparently the Lodge was reasonably booked but we hardly noticed anyone else. Peaceful, perfect and a great weekend of relaxation. Our room was awesome and all amenities and features explained by very friendly and helpful staff. Food and service in the Reastuarant was impecable. The Spa staff and... More

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Christchurch
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2012

This was the second time we have stayed at Braemar, the first time being so enjoyable that we decided to return to celebrate our first wedding anniversary. However, I do have some feedback from this past experience based on our memorable first stay. Unfortunately the second stay was not as enjoyable as our first and we would not stay again.... More

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Director09, Owner at Select Braemar Lodge & Spa, responded to this review
April 21, 2012

We thank your reviewer for their comments and would like to respond as follows. Regarding the Midweek Madness deal, the details of all inclusions are clearly stated on the web site which is how bookings are made for this special priced package. The booking confirmation which we send out detail check in and check out times. Our bathrooms are quite... More

Christchurch
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 9, 2012

Our first trip to the Braemar was truly amazing. Rooms can be pricey but are so worth it, and they often have special offers which make staying there affordable. We were in one of the spa suites and our package came with entry to Hanmer's Thermal Pools, which we didn't end up using as we had our own spa to... More

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Mapua, Nelson
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 28, 2012

This was our second visit to Braemar Lodge. We love the location, the views, the ambiance and spaciousness of the lodge. The Suites are just huge, with enormous Californian Super king beds; plenty of sofas and seating areas; a huge bathroom with shower, spa bath, double basins,bidet and toilet and attractive granite tiled floors. Unfortunately our bidet didnt work properly... More

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Christchurch, New Zealand
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 12, 2012

We were upgraded to a Medway suite on arrival, which was lovely but had to wait whilst the room was remade into two singles instead of the king bed. The room was a lovely size and very well equipped. The hot tub on the terrace was put to good use on both evenings. We booked a massage at the spa... More

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Director09, Owner at Select Braemar Lodge & Spa, responded to this review
March 17, 2012

We thank your reviewer for their helpful and positive comments. Tranport to the village of Hanmer, which is 10kms away, is best organised in advance but we were pleased our staff could assist. It was indeed unfortunate that our chef had been hospitalised that day as our sous chef was on a day off and not available to cover that... More

Christchurch, New Zealand
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36 reviews 36 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 22, 2012 via mobile

Beautifully appointed north facing rooms looking out to the hills. Great patio with spa bath and huge bathroom with another spa bath. Very comfortable bed. Try and get a room not too close to reception/restaurant as the Muzak, although not very loud, is noticeable and played quite late. A short drive into Hamner village, but far enough away to be... More

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London
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 13, 2012

The lodge has beautifully appointed, contemporary rooms that look across to stunning mountain views. The fireplace in the room added to the overall ambience on a cool NZ evening and I'm only disappointed we didn't get a chance to enjoy the hot tub as well. It really is the perfect location to get away from the world. We had a... More

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283 Medway Road, Hanmer Springs 7360, New Zealand
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