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Chalets Motel

4.0 of 5
56 Jacks Pass Road, Hanmer Springs, New Zealand
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Auckland New Zealand
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013

Just a 5 minute walk from the centre of Hanmer Springs, on a rise above the town is nestled the Chalet Motels. It really is a hidden gem with your own chalet providing wonderful privacy in the spacious grounds. Our chalet was sparkling clean and well appointed, whilst been cozy & comfortable. We had everything we could have wanted.Jock &... More

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ChaletsMotel, Owner at Chalets Motel, responded to this review
May 12, 2013

Wow! Thanks heaps Bruce & Barbara for taking the time to submit your awesome review. It's just great for us to know that you enjoyed your stay with us so much at The Chalets in lovely Hanmer Springs, and yes ~ we look forward to your return visit! =) Pat & Jock More

Timaru, New Zealand
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9 reviews 9 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013

I think this was possibly the best family motel I have ever stayed at. Units were seperate, so more privacy, and the you didn't worry about your kids making a bit of noise. Clean, tidy and well set up. DVDs available for us and the kids. i loved this place and would stay there again. Wonderful hosts too.

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ChaletsMotel, Owner at Chalets Motel, responded to this review
May 12, 2013

Thanks Sarah ~ we so appreciate your great review and are rapt that you found The Chalets just right for you!! Also, a big thankyou for taking timout to do this super review for us. Look forward to seeing you and your family again sometime =) Pat & Jock More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2013 via mobile

Sensational accommodation right from check in to check out!! The hosts were only too happy to assist with any request including the best travel route for the following day! The chalets themselves are well equipped, roomy and clean! Very comfortable to stay here and only wish we stayed longer! Location is great as well - quiet but close enough to... More

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ChaletsMotel, Owner at Chalets Motel, responded to this review
May 9, 2013

Thanks for your 'sensational' review! We say it a lot, but we really do appreciate you taking the time to do it for us. So glad you enjoyed your stay with us and your time in our lovely alpine village. Hope you can return one day =) Pat & Jock More

Tauranga, New Zealand
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2013

Great place to spend two nights on our South Island trip.Jock was a magnificant host,friendly,helpfull and great accomodation.Units were clean and had everything you required. Very short stroll to town and veryquiet, Thanks for having us! Paul

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ChaletsMotel, Owner at Chalets Motel, responded to this review
May 9, 2013

And thanks for staying with us Paul! We really appreciate you taking the time to do this 'superb' review for us, and that you enjoyed your stay so much. Hope to see you again one day when you can make it down to the Mainland! =) Pat & Jock More

Dunedin
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2013

What a great find! The Motel is a few hundred metres out of the centre of Hanmer which meant it was beautifully quiet and peaceful, yet everything we needed was easily accessible (especially the ducks and the swings!) The motel units are all quite separate and sit amongst well kept lawns and trees. The hosts, Jock and Pat,are absolutely charming... More

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ChaletsMotel, Owner at Chalets Motel, responded to this review
May 9, 2013

Huge thanks to you Sue for doing this great review for us! We are so glad that The Chalets suited you so well and that you had a good time with us in lovely Hanmer Springs. Look forward to seeing you again =) Pat & Jock More

Greymouth, New Zealand
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2013

I loved the layout of the Chalets and the fact that you were so private. I would have spent a week there if i could, it was very peaceful and the view was beautiful. Very friendly welcoming staff. Chalets were very warm comfortable and clean! Cheers Jock

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ChaletsMotel, Owner at Chalets Motel, responded to this review
May 9, 2013

Thanks heaps Lauren! Great review, and we thank you for taking timeout to do it for us. Would love to have you stay for a week next time! Cheers, Jock & Pat =) More

Lytham St Annes
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2013

A perfect place to end our holiday in New Zealand. We were in chalet number 1 and we had a fabulous view up to the mountains on one side and across the valley on the other - a real alpine picture. The weather was fantastic and the chalet was great. Everything you needed and very comfortable. Perfect location just outside... More

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ChaletsMotel, Owner at Chalets Motel, responded to this review
May 9, 2013

Hi Chris, Thanks so much for your awesome review, and we are just rapt that you enjoyed your stay with us so much. We very much appreciate you taking the time to do it for us. =) Pat & Jock More

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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2013

This was our last accommodation before leaving the South Island. Everything was perfect. We stayed at cabin 8. It was very cosy and had a good view. We quite like the wooden design and felt like being home. Jock even provided free towels for our thermal spa. Thanks heaps!

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ChaletsMotel, Owner at Chalets Motel, responded to this review
April 27, 2013

Thanks for that wonderful review ~ just 'perfect'! Glad you picked us to stay with as your 'lucky last' accommodation in NZ before heading home. We do also appreciate you taking timeout to post this on Trip Advisor for us. Hope to see you again one day =) Pat & Jock. More

Mascot, New South Wales, Australia
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 22, 2013 via mobile

Cabins are cosy and comfortable. Jock was very welcoming. We only stayed one night but wish we could have stayed longer. The two bedroom cabins are a little more classy than the 1 bedders, but they are still good, cosy and very clean. All was great. Thanks Jock.

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ChaletsMotel, Owner at Chalets Motel, responded to this review
April 27, 2013

Thanks heaps Mark ~ we are rapt you enjoyed your stay with us, and we much appreciate you taking the time to post this review for us on Trip Advisor. Hope you can return' one day to lovely Hanmer Springs! =) Pat & Jocki More

Melbourne, Australia
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 22, 2013

We had one chalet and cousins another near by- perfect privacy and the most glorious view of mountains and the Lewis Pass. Chalets had everything needed for a relaxed self cooking stay but were a short walk from town for eating out too. Warm and comfortable, each chalet is well situated on the property which is high enough to afford... More

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ChaletsMotel, Owner at Chalets Motel, responded to this review
April 27, 2013

Hi Amanda, Thanks heaps for your great and positive review ~ very much appreciated! And big thanks too for taking timeout to post it on Trip Advisor for us. Hope to see you again one day =) Pat & Jock More

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Address: 56 Jacks Pass Road, Hanmer Springs, New Zealand
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Region: New Zealand > South Island > Canterbury Region > Hanmer Springs
Amenities:
Free Parking Kids Activities Kitchenette Wheelchair access
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Ranked #1 of 18 hotels in Hanmer Springs
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Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Your hosts, Pat & Jock Johnston welcome you to The Chalets Motel, a unique alpine retreat situated in the picturesque resort of Hanmer Springs. Famous for its Hot Thermal Pools. 10 totally separate, modern, fully self-contained Chalets. Each Chalet has its own carpark with space for mountain bikes. All Chalets have stunning views of the hills and surrounding mountains. Luxury One Bedroom Spa Chalet, with double corner spa bath. Sunny & quiet. Spacious grounds ~ children’s playground. LCD TV’s with 40+ SKY Channels, includes all Sport Channels. Wireless Broadband & Free DVDs. Easy 600m stroll to the Hot Thermal Pools and village centre. ... more   less 
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