Braemar Lodge Spa  

In the foothills of the Southern Alps near Hanmer Springs, a luxury lodge with commanding mountain views. About a 10-minute drive from the village and roughly 90 minutes from Christchurch, close to Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve, Hanmer Forest Park and the local ski area.

Twenty-four air-conditioned suites and rooms blend open-plan living with luxe finishes. Expect super-king beds or Select Comfort options, gas fires, flat-screen TVs, minibars, marble bathrooms with double spa baths or jetted tubs, and private balconies—many with their own hot tub.

Spa Braemar offers massages, facials and body treatments, and there’s a 24-hour fitness centre plus bikes to rent. Enjoy panoramic Hanmer Basin views, summer terrace dining, and the option to soak in private balcony hot tubs while waking up to crisp alpine mornings.

Complimentary wireless internet keeps you connected. The resort also offers about 100 m² of conference and meeting space and can arrange a roundtrip airport shuttle on request (surcharges may apply).

A restaurant serves an à la carte menu paired with New Zealand wines and panoramic mountain views, with outdoor terrace dining in summer. There’s a bar/lounge, limited room service and cooked-to-order breakfasts available for a fee.