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Vibrant Living Retreat

★★★★ 88 Rippingale Road, Hanmer Springs, NZ

9.3 guest rating· 193 reviews

About this hotel

Luxurious Accommodation near Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve

At Vibrant Living Retreat, indulge in luxury just minutes away from the famous Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve. Enjoy complimentary WiFi during your stay.

Lush Gardens and Relaxing Amenities

Nestled on 2 acres of land, our retreat boasts beautifully landscaped gardens, a BBQ courtyard, and sun loungers for ultimate relaxation. Adjacent to the property is the Hanmer Springs Golf Course for golf enthusiasts.

Variety of Accommodation Options

Choose from our spacious guest rooms, suites with spa baths, or a self-contained villa complete with a full kitchen, outdoor hot tub, and in-room DVD cinema. All accommodations include modern amenities like satellite TV, central heating, and air conditioning.

Book now to experience luxury and relaxation at Vibrant Living Retreat.

Rooms & rates

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Superior King Room

Sleeps 2 · 30 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

Super-king with European duvet & electric blankets either side with separate controls. Large ensuite features large shower with great water pressure. Eco Shampoo, conditioner and body gel provided. This spacious room offers air conditioning, private sauna, tea/coffee making facilities, satellite TV and DVD player. Our Ensuite Room is in the main lodge, it is a large private room at the end of the hallway . Bright and airy with large bathroom and superb mountain views.

Three-Bedroom Cottage

Sleeps 6 · 200 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen

The Villa consists of a large lounge and fully self contained kitchen area, 2 queen bedrooms, one twin room with two single beds and laundry area. There is one well appointed bathroom with a deep bath and shower over bath.

One-Bedroom Villa

Sleeps 2 · 100 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen

Guests will have a special experience as the villa features a hot tub. Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned villa includes 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a bidet. In the kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware. Featuring a terrace with garden views, this villa also offers a tea and coffee maker and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit has 1 bed.

Deluxe Suite

Sleeps 2 · 30 m²

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

This suite is consisted of of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. The suite features a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a dressing room as well as a terrace with garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Amenities

  • WiFi available
  • Spa/wellness center
  • Spa/wellness center services
  • Fitness facilities
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Private parking
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet bowls
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Golf course
  • Mini golf
  • Skiing
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  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • BBQ facilities
  • Beauty Services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Cycling
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Fishing
  • Garden
  • Heating
  • Hiking
  • Horse riding
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Invoice provided
  • Kid meals
  • Laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Massage services
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Personal trainer
  • Picnic area
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Shuttle service
  • Shuttle service (free)
  • Smoke alarms
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Strollers
  • Sun terrace
  • Tennis court
  • Terrace
  • Water park
  • Yoga classes

Location

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88 Rippingale Road, Hanmer Springs, NZ

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 08:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:30 AM

What guests say9.3193 reviews

+ Clean and spacious accommodations+ Helpful and friendly service+ Great location with beautiful views+ Excellent amenities and comfortable facilities− Uncomfortable bed− Light curtains in the bedroom− Slippery bathroom tiles
Cleanliness9.3
Service9.8
Location9.8
Room Quality8.8
Amenities9.3
Value for Money9.3

Guest review

10.0

Nice, quiet and cosy

COURTENEY · NZ · 2026-07-23

Easy comfortable place with beautiful views and an indoor sauna. Warm and comfortable!

9.0

Nice quiet spot, loved the sauna, bed was comfy and easy parking.

− Some areas a little tired and in need of update but didn’t detract from the stay.

Lorne · NZ · 2026-07-18

Guest review

10.0

Peaceful location while still being close to amenities

Mark · NZ · 2026-07-18

Great Place to Stay

10.0

Beautiful location, great accommodation would stay here again

Amanda · NZ · 2026-07-16

Quiet, peaceful retreat just a short drive to Hanmer Hot Spreings.

10.0

Peaceful and quiet! Well appointed 3 bedroom house with absolutely everything supplied for our stay.

− Nothing

Carol · AU · 2026-07-13

Gorgeous property, great location, clean and quiet, 5 stars

10.0

Excellent location. Not in the Main Street of town - but only 4 mins drive from it, which was perfect for us as we don’t like to be right in the middle of the hustle and bustle, but we still like to be close enough to go out to eat. Gorgeous property. Incredibly peaceful and quiet. The hosts take great pride in it and you can tell. They are beautiful and friendly and were available for anything we needed. Villa was huge, plenty of room for a couple. Big comfy bed and a private hot tub. Enormous bathroom. Everything was clean and the villa was beautifully decorated and brought a sense of calm. Everything we needed was provided. Well equipped kitchen to cook. Free parking directly outside. They also have massages and a day spa onsite, which unfortunately I didn’t have enough time to enjoy, but next time I will.

− There was nothing to fault

Lauren · AU · 2026-06-21

Good to know

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

A deposit may be required at the property.

›Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

›Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

›Pets

Pets are not allowed.

›Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 4 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.

Children from 5 years old to 17 years old stay for NZD 70 per person per night when using an existing bed.

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Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.