The Chalets Motel offers charming self-contained cottages with scenic mountain views. Featuring a DVD library, it is just 1969 feet from hot pools and Hanmer Springs’ village center. Heated chalets feature wood paneling and come with full kitchen. They offer parking space, a DVD player and comfortable lounge areas. For leisure, mountain biking and rafting trips can be arranged at the tour desk. Other facilities include a garden, barbecue areas and a children’s playground. The Chalets is steps from fine shops and eateries at the village center. It is a 1.5-hour drive from Christchurch International Airport.