How popular isSettlers Boutique Motel?
In October 2026, people searched for Settlers Boutique Motel by name about 780 times in New Zealand, a 34.5% increase from the previous year. These searches made up 22.3% of all New Zealand Hanmer Springs hotels and accommodation searches, placing Settlers Boutique Motel second out of four brands. When we asked both ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews about Hanmer Springs hotels and accommodation, Settlers Boutique Motel appeared in all answers and was the second most recommended of the four.
Settlers Boutique Motel is the second most searched of 4 competitors and the second most recommended in the AI answers we collected.
Braemar Lodge & SpaShare of searches 66.5%Mentioned in 2 of 3 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 3rd
Settlers Boutique MotelShare of searches 22.3%Mentioned in 3 of 3 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 2nd
The St James Hanmer SpringsShare of searches 10.6%Mentioned in 3 of 3 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 1st
Oakview Boutique AccommodationShare of searches 0.57%Mentioned in 2 of 3 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 4th
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Top Hanmer Springs hotels and accommodation in ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews
In three ChatGPT questions, Settlers Boutique Motel appeared in all three answers. Settlers Boutique Motel is the second most recommended of the four.
Most recommended by AI
Brands get a higher ranking if they are mentioned earlier in the answers.
Mentioned by AI
Each dot is one answer, filled in when that answer mentions the brand.
Settlers Boutique Motel3 of 3Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answers
The St James Hanmer Springs3 of 3Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answers
Braemar Lodge & Spa2 of 3Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answers
Oakview Boutique Accommodation2 of 3Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answers
See every answer about Hanmer Springs hotels and accommodation
3 answers
Asked ChatGPT
“Which hotel should I book in Hanmer Springs, New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What are the best hotels in Hanmer Springs, New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What's the best hotel in Hanmer Springs, New Zealand for a weekend stay?”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“hanmer springs hotels”
Google showed no AI Overview for this search.
Searched Google, AI Overview
“hanmer springs accommodation”
Google showed no AI Overview for this search.
Brands are shown in the order each answer named them. The survey took place in New Zealand on October 21, 2026.
How often do people search for Settlers Boutique Motel compared with other New Zealand Hanmer Springs hotels and accommodation?
Share of searches by month for Braemar Lodge & Spa, Settlers Boutique Motel, The St James Hanmer Springs. The figures are in the table below the chart.
View monthly share of searches table
| Month | Braemar Lodge & Spa | Settlers Boutique Motel | The St James Hanmer Springs | Oakview Boutique Accommodation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2025 | 68.5% | 19.7% | 10.8% | 1% |
| Dec 2025 | 76.9% | 14.8% | 8% | 0.31% |
| Jan 2026 | 69.5% | 17.6% | 12.5% | 0.45% |
| Feb 2026 | 66.4% | 21.1% | 12.3% | 0.27% |
| Mar 2026 | 68.6% | 18.3% | 12.8% | 0.26% |
| Apr 2026 | 66.8% | 20.6% | 10.7% | 1.9% |
| May 2026 | 65.4% | 21% | 12.9% | 0.79% |
| Jun 2026 | 74.7% | 13.7% | 11.2% | 0.46% |
| Jul 2026 | 69.5% | 17.3% | 12.7% | 0.48% |
| Aug 2026 | 67.1% | 17.4% | 15% | 0.48% |
| Sep 2026 | 62% | 24.8% | 12.5% | 0.75% |
| Oct 2026 | 66.5% | 22.3% | 10.6% | 0.57% |
| Rank | Brand | Share of searches | Estimated monthly branded searches | vs prior month | Share change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1, held 1st | 66.5% | 2.3K | -6.5% | +4.5 points | |
| 2, held 2nd | 22.3% | 780 | -21.2% | -2.4 points | |
| 3, held 3rd | 10.6% | 370 | -26% | -1.9 points | |
| 4, held 4th | 0.57% | 20 | -33.3% | -0.2 points |
66.5%
Held 1st. 2.3K estimated branded searches, -6.5% vs prior month. Share +4.5 points.
22.3%
Held 2nd. 780 estimated branded searches, -21.2% vs prior month. Share -2.4 points.
10.6%
Held 3rd. 370 estimated branded searches, -26% vs prior month. Share -1.9 points.
Held 4th. 20 estimated branded searches, -33.3% vs prior month. Share -0.2 points.
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How has branded search demand for Settlers Boutique Motel changed in New Zealand over the last 12 months?
3 findings
- Across the 12 months ending October 2026, estimated monthly branded searches for Settlers Boutique Motel in New Zealand rose from 580 to 780.
- Across the 12 months ending October 2026, Settlers Boutique Motel’s share of searches among Hanmer Springs hotels and accommodation in New Zealand increased from 19.7% to 22.3%.
- Across the 12 months ending October 2026, Settlers Boutique Motel’s share of searches among Hanmer Springs hotels and accommodation in New Zealand peaked at 24.8% in September 2026 and was lowest at 13.7% in June 2026.
How did search popularity change for New Zealand Hanmer Springs hotels and accommodation in October 2026?
4 changes

In October 2026, Braemar Lodge & Spa gained share of searches among Hanmer Springs hotels and accommodation in New Zealand, from 62% to 66.5%.

In October 2026, Settlers Boutique Motel lost share of searches among Hanmer Springs hotels and accommodation in New Zealand, from 24.8% to 22.3%.

In October 2026, The St James Hanmer Springs lost share of searches among Hanmer Springs hotels and accommodation in New Zealand, from 12.5% to 10.6%.

Estimated monthly branded searches for Oakview Boutique Accommodation in New Zealand fell 33.3% over 12 measured months, from 30 to 20 in October 2026.
How are Settlers Boutique Motel’s branded searches counted?
3 search terms
Brandwave collects information about searches that people make online using Settlers Boutique Motel’s name. When viewed over time, estimated search volumes for these branded terms can be used to understand whether interest in the brand is growing, holding steady, or fading.
- settlers boutique motel
- settlers hanmer springs
- settlers motel hanmer
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