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Offering accommodation with free WiFi, satellite TV and lovely mountain views, Rainforest Motel is 5 minutes’ drive from Lake Matheson. Guests can enjoy the gardens overlooking Mount Fox. All apartments have a kitchenette or kitchen with a microwave and refrigerator. Each heated apartment includes electric blankets and a seating area with a TV. There are a range of cafes within a 5-minute walk from the property. Rainforest Motel is 30 minutes’ drive from Gillespies Beach. Hokitika is a 2-hour drive away. The tour desk can book helicopter flights and guided walking tours. The motel also offers a guest laundry and luggage storage facilities. Free parking is available on site.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1
2 single beds
Bedroom 2
1 large double bed
2 single beds
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1
3 single beds
Bedroom 2
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
9.1
High score for Fox Glacier

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Džana
    Germany Germany
    We really liked it! The staff was super nice and helpful and gave us good recommendations! Would definitely go there again. It was also really clean and we had a lot of space.
  • Peter
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location, very well equipped, comfortable, friendly staff
  • Ian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was clean comfortable and perfectly situated in the town. The staff Raph and his partner were excellent.
  • Joanna
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Wonderful spacious room for a family of four, beautiful setting for al fresco dining too.
  • Marco
    New Zealand New Zealand
    very big unit and a badroom facility for handicapped people , good location, close to the smal center
  • Vrb
    Australia Australia
    Plenty of room for 2, with a great shower! Car park right outside room. Gorgeous views.
  • Mariam
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location is a great place for a stop over. We had parking in front of the room and easy access to town.
  • Eric
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Despite some of the negative comments on Bookings, we really enjoyed our two night stay here. Our room was well equipped, clean and in good order. The room was quiet and private. Particular praise must be levelled for the shower. Superb pressure,...
  • Barbara
    New Zealand New Zealand
    We love staying here. Lovely accommodation and amazing location. Staff so helpful. We always stay here on our coast roadie.
  • Penny
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely space and comfy bed. Right in the township with good walks. Very friendly staff.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Rainforest Motel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

View

  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

Activities

  • Hiking
    Off-site

Living Area

  • Seating Area

Media & Technology

  • iPod dock
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Breakfast in the room

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Tour desk
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Electric blankets
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
Rainforest Motel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Rainforest Motel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

FAQs about Rainforest Motel

  • Rainforest Motel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
  • Rainforest Motel is 200 yards from the centre of Fox Glacier. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, Rainforest Motel is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The prices at Rainforest Motel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Rainforest Motel is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Room options at Rainforest Motel include:

    • Studio
    • Apartment