Hampden Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, steps from Murchison Museum

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Restaurant
Front of property
Interior
Restaurant
Interior

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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42 Fairfax St, Murchison, Tasman, 7007
  • Place, Murchison Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Boer War Memorial
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Murchison Golf Club
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Unit 21 Ensuite

  • 237 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Economy Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Twin Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Ensuite Unit

  • 291 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room with TV

  • 269 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Murchison

Hampden Hotel places you next to Murchison Museum and within a 10-minute stroll of other popular attractions like Boer War Memorial. This hotel has 21 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Murchison Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Boer War Memorial - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Murchison Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Buller Gorge - 15 min drive - 17.3 miles
  • Nelson Lakes National Park - 33 min drive - 30.1 miles

Getting around

  • Westport (WSZ) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Commercial Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Beechwoods Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cow Shed - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mumma E’s - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Little Local - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hampden Hotel

Hotel with free parking, steps from Murchison Museum
Guests of Hampden Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a garden. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and dry cleaning/laundry. This hotel also has a TV in a common area.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 7.50 to 19 for adults and NZD 7.50 to 19 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 7.50 to 19.00 for adults, and NZD 7.50 to 19.00 for children

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Hampden Hotel Murchison
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Hampden Hotel Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hampden Hotel?

Hampden Hotel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see close to Hampden Hotel?

This hotel in Murchison is within a 10-minute walk of Murchison Museum and Boer War Memorial. Murchison Golf Club is also within a driving distance of 1.2 mi.

Will I be able to park at Hampden Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Hampden Hotel feature a casino?

No, Hampden Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hampden Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Hampden Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include mountain views.

Are there hot tubs at Hampden Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hampden Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hampden Hotel serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Hampden Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hampden Hotel.

Does Hampden Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Hampden Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hampden Hotel.

Hampden Hotel Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 33 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A classic turn of the century genuine Kiwi hotel, Great people running it and the whole place doesn't pretend to be what it isn't.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the room was very very hot there was no fan available , the room we had booked was already taken when we got there.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
But basic but acceptable although town doesn’t have as much to offer as we were led to believe from guide books
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Pretty good for $47, bedding is crisp & clean. The staff are warm & friendly. The location is great. I'd happily pay another $15+ if the cleaners got 3xcited about having a reallt good vacuum, ya know, just the hair & dust. But i keep coming back
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central location, basic but clean - fantastic value for money. Unexpectedly good restaurant fare.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Old building, refurbished, tall ceilings, big beds. A/C insufficient. No wardrobe or shelves in the room. You are not allowed to have food in the room. Communal area is in a bar open to the public. WiFi barely works
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely people. Value for money. Good place to stop for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were lovely but overall property was poor. My bed leg fell off three times in the night . I couldn’t find how to get into the place after attending a family function as pub was closed. The showers and toilet were communal with everyone else. The breakfast was ok and the coffee could have been hotter.. it was pleasant enough, I just might have thought given the location and tourist traffic the property might have been a bit more updated on facilities. It’s tired.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Old time New Zealand hotel.

We experienced a fire alarm early in the morning. It was cold and misty. A warm cuppa tea would have helped ease the tension afterwards.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was a little noisy being on the roadside But for the price it’s pretty cool.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Classic historic NZ pub

Spacious room with a comfortable bed in classic old hotel. Right above the bar area meant lots of noise on a Saturday night. The restaurant was certainly ok - the special was a fine roast lamb dinner. The internet router signal was too weak to connect in our room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty much what I expected, room was excellent. Only "trouble" we experienced was that our room was right over the bar and being a Saturday night they had a live band which started playing about 9.30pm, very loud but we made the most of it as the music was good and to our liking, so NOT complaining. Might be good to know for others planning on staying there. Liked the hotel and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Only minor hassle was a dripping shower in the bathroom nearby. Staff very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Good but basic. Staff are friendly and its cheap and cheerful. Noisy at night though from trucks driving through.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly. Property outdated, dirty, and noisy. Shared bathroom with no counter space. Lounge area but no cooking if your own food allowed. Won’t be back.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service

You get what you paid for

This hotel is a really great price for budget travelers, but you also get budget accommodations. Overall we had good service and the food and beer downstairs were decent. Hotel should note that check-in is at the bar. It was not intuitive and therefore check-in was quite confusing and took longer than it should have. The room was clean but the bathroom (shared) is not big enough and was both dirty and without hot water for most of the time. We were told at check-in we could use the outer stairs but then were chastised by kitchen staff when we did so. Never did get wifi to work. This is literally in the middle of nowhere with very little else in town. The only reason I see to stay is if you've been camping for days and really just need a bed that's not on the ground.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

4/10 Poor

Rob, NZ

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very noise on main road. Smoking table and chairs outside our only window. Room smelt of cigarettes. Day duvet smelt and loomed unclean but sheets and pillows were clean. Poorly lit..
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely grand old Hotel with awesome meals. The room was great except it didn’t have a chair. The staff were just so helpful and plesant.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Monty, Epuni Lower Hutt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable driving distance from Picton.

Variety of meals available in bar for dinner. Thai, Chinese and normal, and that was on mid week.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Julia, Wellington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great value

Good place to stopover on a road trip. Comfortable and everything you need from a budget friendly hotel. We stayed in an economy double room. Comfortable bed, TV, heater, vanity, cupboard in the room and clean shared toilets and warm showers down the hallway (sensor lights to find your way there). The manager was friendly and helpful and was ok with us checking in late evening. Great value!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018