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The St James

5.0 star property
Ski motel with ski storage, near Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve

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Daily continental breakfast (NZD 16 per person)
St James Suite | Private kitchen
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Nestled near Conical Hill Walkway and Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve, The St James offers a warm welcome with laundry facilities. Enjoy the slopes with ski storage, unwind in your room with free WiFi, or explore nearby attractions like Conical Hill.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Ski facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (9)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Ski storage
  • Beach towels
  • Front desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchen
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is NZ$252
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, blackout curtains

One Bedroom Ground Floor Unit

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Spa Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

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Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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St James Suite | In-room dining

St James Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Mt Isobel Suite | Living area

Mt Isobel Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Studio

Deluxe Studio

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Wheelchair Accessible Studio Unit

Wheelchair Accessible Studio Unit

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
20 Chisholm Crescent, Hanmer Springs, 7334

What's nearby

  • Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Conical Hill Walkway - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Conical Hill - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Hanmer Heritage Forest - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • A Maze N Golf - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alpine Village Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sushi & Bowl - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Rustic Tapas - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Boulder Burgers - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Petrah Souvlaki Kebab House - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The St James

The St James is a great choice for your ski holiday in Hanmer Springs. Free perks such as WiFi, self-parking and wired Internet mean that guests have more money for fun in the snow. Skiers will appreciate access to ski storage. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 16 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM
    • Guests will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No stag or hen parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–9:30 AM

What to do

  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Scooter/moped hire nearby
  • Hot springs nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Beach towels
  • Ski storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2010
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Grab bar near toilet

Ski

  • Ski storage

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • IPod docking station
  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Cookware, dishes and utensils
  • Dishwasher

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 16 for adults and NZD 16 for children

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for NZD 50.00 per night
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds and high chair

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag and hen parties.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts major credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Also known as

St James Hanmer Springs
St James Motel Hanmer Springs
The St James Motel
The St James Hotel Hanmer Springs
The St James Hanmer Springs
The St James Motel Hanmer Springs

Frequently asked questions

Does The St James offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The St James does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The St James?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The St James?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The St James?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at The St James and nearby?

Have fun with activities such as cycling, hiking and rafting, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs.

Does The St James have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a coffee maker, cookware and a fridge.

Does The St James have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

What's the area around The St James like?

The St James is a short 5-minute walk from Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve and 16 minutes' walk from Hanmer Heritage Forest.

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The St James Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay, always love to return
john, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome place to stay,so quiet and extremely clean very thing you need is so close to walk too, will differently stay again.
Jeffrey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic property loved our stay
Jenny, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Short stay but very nice accommodation and right next to the Main Street and all the happenings
Sandy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were excellent really helpful.
Simon, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Such roomy accommodation, with a lot of good amenities that are not often included at other hotels. Our view was top notch as well.
Karina, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to staff with very friendly staff we will be back
Mike, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Second time

Great place to stay when visiting Hanmer springs. Great location an parking
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location, friendly staff, and wonderful view of the mountains.
Jan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice staff, well
misha, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sharon was very helpful suggesting local hikes and offers towels to take to the Hamner Spring pools. The room was clean and the kitchen was modern with a microwave and dishwasher. The town for being small had several good options to eat and of course the Sulphur pools were wonderful.
Nancy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good views and comfortable room. Hosts were very pleasant.
Raymond, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice receptionist, friendly & helpful.
Joan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, lovely staff, had a great stay
Lucinda, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing place to stay
Andrew, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We were welcomed by a fine staff. The room was great with the exception of a bit of a dip in the bed. The bathroom was clean and well apointed. The area was perfect. I would recommed others. Its a great place to stay
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location

Great location with the Hot Pools, restaurants and everything else you could need in Hanmer Springs all within a couple of minutes walk.
Adam, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best in Hanmer

Fabulous professional service. Kind and courteous front of house and housekeeping. Bed and linen fantastic. Lovely and quiet. Been to Hanmer a few times but first stay here and now number 1 stay for me
Carole, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely lovely place to staying the hosts are the moat nices people. Room was gawjus, clean and tidy., i couldn't fault anything. We arrived late at night in the cold and when we got up to our room the heatpump was going and our room was warm and cozy. Id never stay anywhere apart from the St James in future. Highly recommend.
Andrea, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff in a beautiful location. Clean usable kitchen with every piece of equipment needed. Just watch that the fridge isn't on the coolest setting as it will freeze your items.
Wil, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff always friendly and handy to the town and Restaurants
Robyn, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Always stay here when in Hanmer. Great location and the rooms are excellent.
Lawrence, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place to stay. Really close to Main Street
Rachael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sharon was kind and helpful.
Beth, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best ever motel

All brilliant, even supplied towels for the thermal springs in a carrier bag for. Would give it 6*. Best motel we have ever stayed in and we have stayed in loads.
Ann Claire, 2-night trip