We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Braemar Lodge. The room was enormous and very luxurious. Staff were very friendly and happy to accommodate our requests. If you want a romantic place to stay we would definitely recommend the Braemar Lodge. With a large balcony overlooking the valley, a fireplace (gas, but looks very authentic), fantastic shower and a very... more

An hour and a half out of Christchurch by car, Select Braemar Lodge lives up to its image on the Select website. A luxury resort just outside of Hanmer Springs, the lodge is beautifully appointed with all bedroom windows facing snowcapped mountains in winter and a lush green pasture in spring. On arrival a staff member showed me to my... more

Braemar Lodge is the only place to stay in Hanmar Springs by far! Being only 5 minutes from the township there is really no locational disadvantage. We stayed in a standard suite which offered more than enough space with all of the mod cons one would expect from a 5 star resort. The restaurant offers top quality food and is... more

This place IS THE BEST! LOVED the room we slept in AND the showers etc. were amazing.The views were wonderful of the mountains. The staff went out of there way to make my sons wedding really special. As we sat down to have the reception and looked at the picture postcard view out the window I thought the married couple... more

This is the ideal place to stay if you want complete luxury & privacy. I would not even contemplate staying in Hamner Springs township which is only 5 minutes by car anyway. We stayed in the Medway Suite which is 80sq of bliss. The spa and shower are fantastic. Huge super king bed with luxury linen and the most amazing... more

After looking around at all the places on offer , I decided that even after reading the reviews on this place i should give it a go. I have to say i am very glad I did. I do agree that somethings are missing for a five star hotel, but its not anything worth mentioning. Getting There - The place... more

While access is 3km off the main road into Hanmer, it is a well maintained road and this adds to the sense of adventure. The lodge itself is new, fashionably monastic in design and our entry-level room was very generous in size at 60 sq metres. Comfort factor is 10 out of 10, including large spa bath, gas fire, opening... more

Don't get me wrong. This resort which opened in December 2008 is a really loverly place. The rooms are absolutely sensational however, the owners have lacked any sort of basic details for a 5 star establishment. 1. The 3km road to the hotel is unpaved. 2. The internet is absolutely hopeless. 3. There is no lunch available 4. Whats the... more