Hotel Ashburton, Ashburton
About the Hotel
Hotel Ashburton is located on the outskirts of Ashburton in Mid Canterbury, New Zealand, surrounded by beautifully kept gardens. The hotel serves as a focal point for various local activities, including the fastest harness racing track in the country and a vintage aircraft museum. It provides a unique blend of conference facilities and leisure opportunities, making it suitable for both business and leisure travelers. The hotel is just an hour's drive from the acclaimed Mt Hutt ski field.
Location
Situated a short drive from Ashburton Golf Course and the local racetrack, Hotel Ashburton offers convenient access to various local attractions. It is approximately 46.5 miles from Richard Pearse Airport and within an hour's drive to the popular Mt Hutt ski area. Local activities such as golfing and hiking are easily arranged through the hotel’s tour desk.
Rooms
Hotel Ashburton offers 54 guest rooms categorized into Standard, Superior, and Deluxe options. Each room is equipped with a flat-screen television, refrigerator, and en-suite bathroom. Ground-floor accommodations make it accessible, with wheelchair-friendly options available. All rooms provide garden views, ensuring a peaceful environment.
Eat & Drink
The Clearwater Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, accommodating up to 40 guests while offering views of the hotel's gardens. For more casual dining, the Turf Bar features a full bar menu and gaming facilities. Seasonal specialties include the Wild Foods menu, which introduces unique local dishes.
Leisure & Business
The hotel boasts Mid Canterbury’s largest conference and function center, catering to groups of 20 to over 450 guests. Guests can enjoy additional amenities like a heated outdoor swimming pool and over four acres of gardens, ideal for relaxation or outdoor events. A professionally trained team is available to assist with event planning and execution.
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Getting around
A list of all available modes of transport
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Baggage storage
- ATM/Cash machine
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Skiing
- Tennis court
- Golf course
- Pool tables
- Darts
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- Children's menu
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Seasonal outdoor pool
- Heated swimming pool
- Casino
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel had good-sized rooms with warm, comfy beds and great showers, ensuring a restful night's sleep. The service was excellent and extremely helpful, but some staff members seemed untrained for their roles. The location was awesome, although we were too early for the pool. The dining experience had its ups and downs, with excellent value but limited selection. Overall, a comfortable stay with a few minor drawbacks.
The hotel's rooms fell short of expectations with discrepancies from the pictures, necessitating a room change due to a poor shower experience and unkempt grounds. However, the room featured a lovely garden area accessible directly from the door, albeit in need of a repaint. The wake-up call by housekeeping disrupted our late check-out request.
The hotel rooms could use some upgrades but turned out good in the end. Service was friendly and helpful. Location was convenient and good value for money. Dining was below average. Overall, it was an okay stay with some room for improvement.
The hotel's rooms were perfect for an overnight stay with mini conservatories offering a view of the green space, although the overgrown gardens were a bit of a letdown. Despite this, the room was very comfortable and well-equipped with all necessary facilities.
The hotel has rooms overlooking a lovely garden area and features an onsite restaurant. While the rooms are in need of serious modernization and a thorough cleaning, my stay was uncomfortable due to the lack of air conditioning. The staff, however, were friendly, polite, and helpful.
The hotel provided an exceptional room experience that surpassed my expectations in comfort, albeit lacking air conditioning, making it quite warm. The service was incredibly welcoming and friendly, adding to the overall comfort of the stay. The location offered convenience with ample parking options, though the surrounding units were somewhat subpar. The dining experience was delightful, especially the regional bread, with an excellent variety of options. Overall, a comfortable stay with friendly service and good dining options.