About Hanmer Springs

Just 90 minutes from Christchurch, Hanmer Springs has been recognised for more than a century for its restorative attributes and relaxed setting. Nestled at the foothills of the majestic Southern Alps, Hanmer Springs is a combination of old world romanticism and contemporary living. This is the perfect place to take a few days off and get back to the things that make life special.

Take a horse trek in the high country
Pack your skis for a day on the slopes
Enjoy a relaxing spa treatment
Sample local produce and cuisine
Take a guided or unguided walk on one of the 22 tracks
Relax in the therapeutic thermal pools
Head to Kaikoura for world renowned whale watching