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Offering accommodations 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 in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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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 queen bed
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1
2 twin beds
Bedroom 2
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1
3 twin beds
Bedroom 2
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
1 twin bed
and
1 queen 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
9.0
High score for Fox Glacier

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Brenda
    Australia Australia
    Great views. Not on main highway. Less than 5min walk to town. Great restaurant closer. Friendly staff.
  • Paula
    United States United States
    Very clean, well appointed suite with living room, kitchen and dining room and very comfy bed. Beautiful location.
  • Smart
    Thailand Thailand
    This is our second time staying at this motel. A compact, convenient, and clean place for family with your children. Not too far from SH and nice restaurants next to the motel.
  • Michael
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The room was large and clean. It has well maintained grounds. The location is very central, and everything is walkable. The beds were comfortable. It was also much less expensive than anything in Franz Josef down the motorway.
  • Bill
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Modern, clean unit close to Fox Glacier attractions
  • Elizabeth
    United States United States
    Comfortable room in great location, close to local restaurants. Room had a view of the mountains, when not hidden by clouds!
  • Md
    Malaysia Malaysia
    The room was well equipped with heaters in the room and bathroom.
  • Chelsea
    United States United States
    Wonderful place to stay. Very reasonably priced, great location (5 min from lake matheson), and very cozy accommodation. Had everything we needed! The bed was comfortable and had good pillows too. Highly recommend :)
  • Jane
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Really clean. We were upgraded which was nice. Dog friendly. Great shower, friendly host who gave good local information. Can't fault it.
  • Danielle
    Australia Australia
    Staff were super friendly and looked after our bags while we did an overnight hike. Actually let us leave our things in the room and come back to the same room. It was a super small thing that made a big difference to us. Thank you!!

Area info

Amenities of Rainforest Motel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular amenities

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

Bathroom

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

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • 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

  • Sitting 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 available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Services

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

Safety & security

  • Safe

General

  • Electric blankets
  • Heating
  • Soundproof
  • 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 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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

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

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's 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 fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

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

FAQs about Rainforest Motel

  • Room options at Rainforest Motel include:

    • Studio
    • Apartment
  • Check-in at Rainforest Motel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The prices at Rainforest Motel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

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

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

    • Hiking
  • Rainforest Motel is 650 feet from the center of Fox Glacier. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.