With a population of 784, Hanmer Springs is a must-see destination in Canterbury, New Zealand. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Hanmer Springs has to offer.
Although Hanmer Springs doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Christchurch (CHC), which is located 110 km from Hanmer Springs.
Another option to get to Hanmer Springs is to pick up a car hire from Christchurch, which is about 113 km from Hanmer Springs. You’ll find branches of Mode Car & Camper Rentals and Snap Rentals, among others, in Christchurch.
Average rates range from around $117 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $250 and up for a 5-star experience.
Expect to pay $2.76 per litre in Hanmer Springs (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $33.04 and $44.06.