High Peaks Hotel

3.5 star property

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Restaurant
Super King Suite | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Courtyard
Breakfast area
Courtyard

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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167 Cook Flat Road, Fox Glacier, 7859
  • Place, Lake Matheson
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Glacier Hot Pools
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

Super King Suite

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Super King Twin Suite

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Super King Spa Suite

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Super King Mini Studio

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Comfort Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden Area

  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Comfort Suite, 3 Bedrooms

  • 699 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 592 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Corner

  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Super King Mini Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Super King SPA Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Super King Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Fox Glacier

High Peaks Hotel places you within a mile (2 km) of Te Wahipounamu and Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest. This 19-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a terrace.

What's nearby

  • Lake Matheson - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Peak Viewpoint - 8 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 31 min drive - 19.9 miles
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 31 min drive - 19.9 miles

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 147 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Matheson Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cook Saddle Cafe & Saloon - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Neve - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪White Pub Cafe and Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Betsey Jane - ‬17 min walk

About this property

High Peaks Hotel

Guests staying at High Peaks Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a garden. There's free parking and an area shuttle for a fee. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and safes are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • One child 10 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.0 per stay
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for NZD 25.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 25.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 per stay

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

High Peaks Fox Glacier
High Peaks Hotel
High Peaks Hotel Fox Glacier
High Peaks Hotel Hotel
High Peaks Hotel Fox Glacier
High Peaks Hotel Hotel Fox Glacier

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near High Peaks Hotel?

This hotel is located in Fox Glacier, close to Lake Matheson, Fox Glacier, and Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest. You'll also find Peak Viewpoint and Te Wahipounamu within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at High Peaks Hotel?

As of Jun 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at High Peaks Hotel on Jul 15, 2026 start from $60, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park at High Peaks Hotel?

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

Does High Peaks Hotel have a casino at the property?

No, High Peaks Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at High Peaks Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is High Peaks Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a garden plus some guestrooms include a garden view and a jetted bathtub.

Does High Peaks Hotel have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

Does High Peaks Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, High Peaks Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will High Peaks Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at High Peaks Hotel.

Does High Peaks Hotel have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Can I book a room with a balcony at High Peaks Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at High Peaks Hotel that offer a balcony.

High Peaks Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 346 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 125 out of 346 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 346 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 346 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 346 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were immaculate staff were very pleasant. Parking outside of rooms is convenient. Quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
For the price, this place was good for an overnight stop. The room was clean, spacious and comfortable - we got a great night's sleep. A bit basic amenity-wise. The glacier viewpoint further along the road is very good. Book a table for dinner at one of the village eateries if you want to dine early.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness
Friendly staff & good sized tidy room. Needs so yard work done & an exterior clean as looks pretty rundown from the outside.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zhou

Good stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and tidy room, good parking the one and only staff member that checked us in was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicolas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room is clean and spacious, including working kitchen with everything needed to prepare meals, and a big bathroom. Friendly staff. Worth mentioning that the motel is located between the highway and a train line, which can be noisy at times.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Could be such a beautiful place but a bit run down. Great views of glacier. Needs TLC, small things like TV not working and by looking at previous reviews seems to have been not working for 2 months, no coffee in room, gardens and exterior looks unkept, broken chair in room. Still however, ok for a 1 night stopover with nothing else available.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Judith

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room but the whole place needs updating, and sooner rather than later. Small tweaks would improve it : better in room kitchen, there was an unsafe tap; tidy up the grounds, we had a view of an abandoned motel; get a new sign up. And finally, consider opening up the on site restaurant. There is a fantastic view of Mount Cook from here, the motel should make more of it. I wouldn't recommend staying here in it's present state.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

david

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff courteous and helpful, but the room and hotel were quite basic. No aircon was a big negative. Also no microwave or bowls/utensils, but the staff did provide use of.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

kim

older property, windows had a view off totaly rundown buildings.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

SHARON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This place gives a terrible impression from the road - grass and weeds 30-40cm high. Almost enough to make us go elsewhere. However, the young lady on reception was very welcoming and helpful - taking our bags in for us. The room was quite a surprise - very spacious, very clean and couldn’t fault it. The TV didn’t work and reading other reviews this seems to be a long running situation. The owners need to invest a bit of time and effort into the presentation of this place and it would be a wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Kerry

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room smelled mouldy, no air con, no beside tables, very basic kitchenette, fridge froze food and no way to adjust it, staff on arrival told us nothing about the hotel or info about Fox Glacier.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shower was nice and powerful.. Room was clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
One teaspoon, 2 small cup that's it. No bed side tables to put phone & drinks on ( put my drink on the ground and then ended up kicking it when I got up during the night). No small table to eat even a small meal from, had to sit in bed and have eat breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Lina

Disliked: Amenities
Room was ok, bathroom mouldy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Pieter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful area, close to Fox Glacier, very nice walks at close range
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Chenee

Liked: Staff & service
Rooms big and warm, big bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Gayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The television did not work, room dated and bed was lumpy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location just out of town Great room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Chun An

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and nice stay, good choice before heading to fox glacier.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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4/10 Poor

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Toilet seat wasn't attached.TV wouldn't go Said it was a hotel but no restaurant and no toaster or plates in room. No milk. No spare roll of toilet paper and we ran out. Curtains had broken hooks and weren't attached properly. Grounds very untidy with long grass and weeds. We definately won't be staying again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great quick over night stop off for us with a lovely hot shower and comfortable bed, thanks so much😊👌
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay to explore the Glaciers, big room for two people, clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value and well presented, generous sized room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025