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Cardrona Hotel sale sparks interest from as far as the US

The world famous Cardrona Hotel is one of the most popular listings on Trade Me.

Stuff reporters
Last updated: 13 August 2025 | 3 min read
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The historic Cardrona Hotel sale is attracting significant international interest, with owners Cade and Alexis Thornton now in talks with eight groups.

Potential buyers from New Zealand, Australia, the US, and Singapore have shown interest, many with hospitality backgrounds and a strong connection to the property.

The listing is one of Trade Me's most popular this year, featuring a restaurant, beer garden, and 17 ensuite rooms. A sale announcement is expected in the coming weeks.

The hotel sale appears to have captured the national imagination.

There is accommodation for 44 at the hotel.

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