Hanmer Springs Forest Camp Trust

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Scored 7.9
Rated good

Staff

8.9

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About this property

Surrounded by mountains and located in a peaceful alpine setting, Hanmer Springs Forest Camp Trust is located in Hanmer Springs. It is just 1.6 mi from Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa and features mountain bike and hiking trails at its doorstep. Some units are air conditioned and include a seating and/or dining area, fitted with a flat-screen TV. There is also a kitchenette in some of the units, equipped with a microwave, a toaster, and a fridge. Linen is included in the Queen Rooms only. Hanmer Springs Forest Camp Trust also includes shared kitchen facilities and a children's playground. The area is popular for golfing. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including horse riding and cycling.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests

Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
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1 queen bed
1 full bed
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1 sofa bed
1 full bed
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2 bunk beds
1 full bed
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1 bunk bed
1 full bed
2 twin beds
2 bunk beds
1 twin bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Kathleen
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Family friendly really loved it and highly recommend”
  • Asia
    Ukraine Ukraine
    “Heater in the room, forest nearby, open space, parking, close proximity to the town”
  • Couper
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Good price and location, a nice short walk close by. Lots of open space.”
  • Lacee
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “We lived everything about our stay here ! Staff was friendly ! Rooms where tidy and clean - lovely location”
  • Mmm9999
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Rustic. Good beds. Good kitchen. Good location. Good price. Good dining area. Nice outdoor space.”
  • Karen
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “good value, eveything went quiet at 10pm as per the rules”
  • Kylie
    Australia Australia
    “Great Location near the forest for riding but close to town for the thermal pools”
  • Pippa
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Great for families. V friendly. Felt safe. Multicultural.”
  • Elizabeth
    Canada Canada
    “really good and well stocked kitchen. Small rooms but lots of open space to sit in which we enjoyed. would definitely recommend.”
  • Brentnz
    East Timor East Timor
    “great location, good facilities, nice staff member on arrival”

Host Info

Company review score: 8.9Based on 967 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

Hanmer Springs Forest Camp is a charity that provides accommodation exclusively to schools during the week. It is run by a small, friendly team who love Hanmer and running our unique venue! Guests love our wide open spaces including our huge camp site and well equipped facilities. It's an ideal place to come on holiday and let the kids run loose, whilst you enjoy our peaceful setting. We are a quiet family campground for those who want to enjoy our peaceful atmosphere. Pets are NOT allowed for indoor accommodation bookings; dogs are ONLY allowed to stay on our campsite/tent accommodations. We will not allow your pet to sleep in the car. We are not suitable for large groups and parties. Alcohol is permitted in moderation. We do not accept Stag or Hen dos. If your numbers are 12 or more, you are considered a group and need to contact our office to proceed with your booking.

Neighborhood info

There's many things to see and do in the area. We have a variety of tramping walks which start at the Camp. From a gentle stroll through Hanmer Forest, to a full day hike up Mount Isobel, there's something for everyone. There are various mountain biking tracks which cater for all abilities. Have a game of mini golf, a delicious dinner in one of the many restaurants and finish with a soak in the pools! We also have an on-site activities company offering Archery, Tree Climbing, Outdoor Puzzle hunts and more.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

House rules

Hanmer Springs Forest Camp Trust takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that bed linen is only available in the Budget Double and Queen Rooms. If you are staying in other rooms, you can bring your own linen or rent them at the property for NZD $11 per set.

A surcharge of 2.5% applies for arrivals after check-in hours. All requests for late arrival are subject to confirmation by the property.

Cash Payments are no longer accepted for Late Check-in. If the Credit card is Declined we will not be able to process a late Check-In.

►Please note: Minimum age without an Adult is 21

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Hanmer Springs Forest Camp Trust of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.