Title: Drifters Inn - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Drifters Inn Guesthouse in Hanmer Springs with free parking ## Photo gallery for Drifters Inn ![Fireplace - Drifters Inn (Hanmer Springs)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3870000/3866800/3866778/5f7e7f58.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Drifters Inn (Hanmer Springs)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3870000/3866800/3866778/4ee91f2c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Studio (King Studio) - Drifters Inn (Hanmer Springs)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3870000/3866800/3866778/89af1131.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Drifters Inn (Hanmer Springs)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3870000/3866800/3866778/2aa41b23.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - Drifters Inn (Hanmer Springs)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3870000/3866800/3866778/9682f018.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Drifters Inn offers a scenic location with practical amenities for extended stays. Enjoy on-site laundry, conference space, and barbecue grills. Guests appreciate the helpful staff and free self-parking. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Breakfast available - Housekeeping - Laundry - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Parking included ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 5 - Dec. 6](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-06&selected=3866778&PinnedHotelID=3866778&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-06&selected=3866778&PinnedHotelID=3866778&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 6 - Dec. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-06&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=3866778&PinnedHotelID=3866778&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-06&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=3866778&PinnedHotelID=3866778&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 5 - Dec. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=3866778&PinnedHotelID=3866778&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=3866778&PinnedHotelID=3866778&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 12 - Dec. 14](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=3866778&PinnedHotelID=3866778&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=3866778&PinnedHotelID=3866778&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Studio (Queen Studio) ![Standard Studio (Queen Studio)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3870000/3866800/3866778/6ee13575.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Studio (Queen Studio) 9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews ### Highlights Heating Connecting rooms available Refrigerator TV Private bathroom Hair dryer Shared/communal kitchen Coffee/tea maker - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Standard Studio (King Studio) ![Standard Studio (King Studio)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3870000/3866800/3866778/d2cc7d27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Studio (King Studio) 9.8 Exceptional 11 reviews ### Highlights Heating Connecting rooms available Refrigerator TV Private bathroom Hair dryer Shared/communal kitchen Coffee/tea maker - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Standard Studio (Super King Studio) ![Standard Studio (Super King Studio)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3870000/3866800/3866778/d84e3219.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Studio (Super King Studio) ### Highlights Heating Connecting rooms available Free cribs/infant beds Refrigerator TV Private bathroom Hair dryer Shared/communal kitchen - Sleeps 3 - 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Standard Studio ![Standard Studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3870000/3866800/3866778/23a1d1c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Studio 8.8 Excellent 13 reviews ### Highlights Heating Connecting rooms available Refrigerator TV Private bathroom Hair dryer Shared/communal kitchen Coffee/tea maker - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHanmer-Springs-Hotels-Drifters-Inn.h3866778.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHanmer-Springs-Hotels-Drifters-Inn.h3866778.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-42.52358%2C172.82956&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=H7psVJV1d5WUiK3jYGM5eCUiMew=) 2 Harrogate Street, Hanmer Springs, 7334 #### What's nearby - Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve \- 2 min walk \- 0.2 km - Chisholm Park \- 5 min walk \- 0.5 km - A Maze N Golf \- 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - Hanmer Heritage Forest \- 15 min walk \- 1.3 km - Conical Hill \- 18 min walk \- 1.6 km #### Getting around - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 99 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪No.31 Restaurant & Bar - ‬1 min walk - ‪Sushi & Bowl - ‬5 min walk - ‪Boulder Burgers - ‬7 min walk - ‪Hanmer Bakery & Cafe - ‬5 min walk - ‪Fire and Ice - ‬1 min walk ## About this property ### Drifters Inn Property highlights Drifters Inn provides amenities like laundry facilities and conference space. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this guesthouse include: - Free self parking - Continental breakfast (surcharge), barbecue grills, and luggage storage - Tour/ticket assistance and smoke-free premises - Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff Room features All guestrooms at Drifters Inn offer amenities such as free WiFi. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers - 32-inch TVs with satellite channels - Communal kitchens, refrigerators, and coffee/tea makers ## Similar properties ![Seasonal outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/912700/912628/2196d92d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Edit Hanmer Springs Hanmer Springs - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.6 Excellent 568 reviews CA $146 CA $169 total includes taxes & fees Dec 8 - Dec 9 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-08&endDate=2025-12-09&selected=912628&PinnedHotelID=912628&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![One Bedroom Spa Suite | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3850000/3848400/3848333/f44a46a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Settlers Boutique Motel Hanmer Springs - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Laundry 9.8 Exceptional 609 reviews CA $144 CA $166 total includes taxes & fees Dec 15 - 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Spa - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.0 Wonderful 703 reviews CA $170 CA $197 total includes taxes & fees Dec 8 - Dec 9 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-08&endDate=2025-12-09&selected=2193285&PinnedHotelID=2193285&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4038100/4038076/4cc6963f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The St James Hanmer Springs - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Breakfast available 9.8 Exceptional 503 reviews CA $188 CA $216 total includes taxes & fees Dec 23 - Dec 24 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-23&endDate=2025-12-24&selected=4038076&PinnedHotelID=4038076&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Daily continental breakfast available 4:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 14 for adults and NZD 14 for children ### Family friendly - In-room refrigerator - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Conference space ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No elevator - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk ### More - 1 building - 2 floors - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Refrigerator - Shared kitchen access ### More - Connecting rooms available - Heating ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM Contactless check-in available ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 14 for adults and NZD 14 for children The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and cash Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit ### We should mention This property does not have elevators The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation ### National rating Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services. ### Property is also known as Drifters Hanmer Springs Drifters Inn Drifters Inn Hanmer Springs Drifters Hotel Hanmer Springs Drifters Inn Guesthouse Drifters Inn Hanmer Springs Drifters Inn Guesthouse Hanmer Springs ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Drifters Inn pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Drifters Inn? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Drifters Inn? ### What time is check-out at Drifters Inn? ### Where is Drifters Inn located? ## Have a question? 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