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The St James

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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, Loved by guests
Top-rated by travelers

Popular amenities

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

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
$108 nightly
The total price is $124
Jun 8 - Jun 9
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Complimentary breakfast
Each morning begins with a delicious continental breakfast. This motel starts the day right with tasty morning options.
Premium sleep comfort
Experience the ultimate relaxation with premium bedding and pillowtop mattresses. Lounge in bathrobes on private balconies with blackout drapes.

Room options

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Wheelchair Accessible Studio Unit | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Wheelchair Accessible Studio Unit

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Studio | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Deluxe Studio

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Spa Studio | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Executive Spa Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Mt Isobel Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

Mt Isobel Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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St James Suite | In-room dining

St James Suite

  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

One Bedroom Ground Floor Unit

  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
20 Chisholm Crescent, Hanmer Springs, 7334

What's nearby

  • Chisholm Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • 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

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hanmer Bakery & Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Fire and Ice - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Salt N Pepper Cafe/Restaurant/Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪No.31 Restaurant & Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Rustic Tapas - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The St James

The St James is a great choice for your ski vacation in Hanmer Springs. Free perks like WiFi, self parking, and wired internet mean guests have more money for fun in the snow. Also, Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve and Conical Hill Walkway are within just a 10-minute walk. Skiers will appreciate access to ski storage. Fellow travelers 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 available
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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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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 onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

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

What to do

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

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • 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

  • 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 drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

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

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • 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 program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 25 for adults and NZD 25 for children

Children & extra beds

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

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing 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 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 to 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 like cycling, hiking, and rafting, and practice 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 refrigerator.

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 1-minute walk from Chisholm Park and 5 minutes' walk from Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve.

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Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Parking was easy, secure, and convenient with some properties even offering electric vehicle charging. (5 reviews)
  • The property offers hot pools with towels provided for guests to use. (4 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and quiet, definitely will come back.
MEI-CHI, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff and cleanliness
Sam, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely clean room, very well equipped and very friendly staff.
Peter, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Spotless room, modern fittings, nice location, friendly people
David, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great spot
Bryce, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Modern spacious room that was clean and pleasant to stay in, lovely views and right next to restaurants. Perfect venue
Sean, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was very clean. Staff was very friendly and welcoming. I highly recommend this hotel and will certainly stay on my return. Thank you Sharon.
Ian, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great service, helped us with safe in the room. Room was spotless and spacious.
D M, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location in Hanmer Springs. Easy walk to shops, restaurants & spa. Free guest laundry facilities much appreciated
karen, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Location and handy to everything and staff were fantastic 👍
Robert, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay all around. Great views, staff and location. Throughly enjoyed will be coming back again
Beth, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Outstanding accommodation. We've been touring New Zealand for nearly 5 weeks and this was by far the best!! Super clean. Super quiet. Super comfortable. Wish we cohld stay longer.
John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a superb holiday experience, with beautiful scenery, convenient access to nearby amenities, excellent facilities, and cleanliness
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Kwee, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice place to stay. Super clean and feeling of luxury. No sissors as always in NZ. Friendly welcome.
May-Britt V. R., 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Lovely motel, exceptionally clean and great location.
Samantha, 2-night trip
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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
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8/10 Very good

Great location, friendly staff, and wonderful view of the mountains.
Jan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely staff (lady on reception especially but didn't catch her name!) made us feel really welcome and at ease. Gave us good restaurant recommendations. Towels for the thermal pools were very much appreciated. Great room with mountain views, very relaxing.
Katherine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to staff with very friendly staff we will be back
Mike, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely,generous room with nice views .Definitely our favorite place to stay in Hanmer.
Barbara, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely property, very comfortable rok
Raewyn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff always friendly and handy to the town and Restaurants
Robyn, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were excellent really helpful.
Simon, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice place to stay. Really close to Main Street
Rachael, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

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