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Glenalvon Lodge Motel and B&B – reviews, photos

29 Amuri Avenue | PO Box 29, Hanmer Springs, New Zealand
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Glenalvon Lodge Motel and B&B
Ranked #8 of 17 hotels in Hanmer Springs
4.5 of 5 stars 24 Reviews
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singapore
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
“If you are heading to Hanmer Springs, don't waste time looking for accommodation, stay here !”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 September 2011
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Have stayed here many years ago (Oct.1998), we just drive straight to this establishment. The motel is now run by Chanel and her husband who took over the business four years ago. It's still very well maintained and everything works well. There is also free wi-fi with very good signal strength. We are staying at room number 7. The location is spot on, opposite the thermal pools, in the heart of town. What else can one ask for. Chanel is so friendly and accommodating. We just love her disposition and flexibility. We are staying tonight (19Sept.2011) and will definitely be extending for another night or two.

Room Tip: Have stayed in room no.2 and now no.7. They are similar and spacious.
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  • Stayed September 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Auckland, New Zealand
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“definitely returning”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2011
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person found this review helpful

We checked two other motels close by and this won out. Comfortable and close to pools with really friendly customer service, Room was already heated when we arrived and Front desk pointed out restaurants on guifde map.

  • Stayed June 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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“Friendly owners”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2011
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We arrived after dark during the low season, and after asking around a few locations, decided to drop in on Glenalvon as they advertised special rates out front. We were not disappointed - some of the cheapest low season rates we've seen in S.Island this year, for a 4* location.

Nothing outstanding to mention, but everything is clean, spick/span and works as it should. We stayed only one night, but would not have a problem staying longer.

And if you go by, say hello to Zeus the cat!!

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  • Stayed May 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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“Good value for money and very friendly staff”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2011
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We wanted a room for one night and went to 5 different places in Hamner before choosing this one. The genuine and helpful attitude of the manager and his wife made a lasting impression.
Glenalvon is conveniently situated almost directly opposite the entrance to the thermal pools and the rooms are arranged around an attractive courtyard away from the road so are nice & peaceful. Our room was very clean and well equipped despite not having full kitchen - good value for money.
Although we couldn't get a late check out, they were more than happy for us to leave our vehicle in the courtyard whilst we went to the pools.
Wi-fi signal strength wasn't fantastic as we were in the room furthest from reception but we managed to get connected.
Would definitely go back.

  • Stayed May 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Christchurch, New Zealand
2 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Spacious, clean and accomodating hosts.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2011
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person found this review helpful

Very friendly hosts who were accomodating in every way!
Our family booked last minute on wotif.com, so managed to get a very reasonably priced spacious unit. Due to the fact it was so reasonably priced and the unit so clean and tidy. It wasn't a hard decision to stay over for an extra night.
We would most certainly stay here again on our next visit to Hamner Springs.
Highest recommendations on friendliness, cleanliness, and locality!

  • Stayed May 2011, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Address: 29 Amuri Avenue | PO Box 29, Hanmer Springs, New Zealand

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