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Rainforest Motel

3.5 star property
Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Lake Matheson

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Enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains from the comfort of your room.
Two single beds with matching headboards and footboards, a nightstand, and a sliding door to an outdoor area with a view.
Surrounded by lush greenery and majestic mountains, this serene landscape offers a peaceful retreat.
Experience the serene mountain lodge, surrounded by lush greenery and majestic mountains.
Relax in this inviting living room with a mountain view, featuring a dining table, sofa, and coffee table.

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
15 Cook Flat Road, Fox Glacier
  • Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Fox Glacier
  • Lake Matheson
    ‪5 min drive‬

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Room options

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Mountain view

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Large Family)

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (unit) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (unit)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Unit) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Unit)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Mountain view

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Large Unit)

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Queen Studio Unit) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Queen Studio Unit)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Queen or Twin Studio Unit) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Queen or Twin Studio Unit)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Twin Studio Unit)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Fox Glacier

Rainforest Motel places you 3.1 mi (5 km) from Lake Matheson. The 12 rooms at this 3.5-star motel include sitting areas, private yards, and refrigerators.
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What's nearby

  • Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Lake Matheson - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Peak Viewpoint - 16 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 18 min drive - 15.6 miles
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 19 min drive - 15.9 miles

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 145 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Matheson Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cook Saddle Cafe & Saloon - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Betsey Jane Eatery & Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪White Pub Cafe and Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Neve - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Rainforest Motel

Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Lake Matheson
Guests staying at Rainforest Motel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Front-desk staff can assist with securing valuables, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls and an off-leash area. Additional amenities include a garden and a picnic area.
TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include sitting areas, private yards, and refrigerators. Housekeeping is not available.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area

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 (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9 AM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

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, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 10 AM
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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.
  • The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Rainforest Motel?

Rainforest Motel provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do around Rainforest Motel?

This motel in Fox Glacier is within a 10-minute walk of Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest and Te Wahipounamu. You'll also find Lake Matheson and Lake Gault within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Rainforest Motel?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Rainforest Motel include a casino?

No, Rainforest Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Rainforest Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is Rainforest Motel good for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a garden plus some guestrooms include kitchens and garden views.

Are there hot tubs at Rainforest Motel?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Rainforest Motel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Rainforest Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Rainforest Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Yes, pets stay free at Rainforest Motel and the property also provides an off-leash area and food and water bowls for pets.

Are there connecting rooms at Rainforest Motel?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Rainforest Motel?

Yes, every guestroom at Rainforest Motel comes with a porch with some featuring garden views.

Rainforest Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 171 out of 293 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 103 out of 293 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 293 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 293 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 293 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great oasis

Great oasis after long drive. And a black lab to seal the stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vasile

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The motel was exactly what we needed for one night accommodation. The checkin went fast and smooth and the owner/manager provided great advice and pleasant conversation.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff! It was a beautiful and accessible location. Everything was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

heather

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super helpful staff. Nice and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location to see Fox and Franz J. Host recommended a great restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good place but quite rundown. Old beds etc.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant and helpful staff. Comfortable, cute rooms in beautiful location. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Everything we needed

We had a comfortable 3 night stay in a very clean Studio unit, equipped with a kitchenette that had a fridge, microwave, small oven and a two ring electric hob, toaster, kettle and electric frying pan - ideal for producing simple meals. Tea, coffee and biscuits were provided, plus a small bottle of milk on arrival. The ensuite shower provided plenty of hot water at impressive pressure. We had a couple of chairs and a small table. Parking available immediately outside our unit. It was quiet and we slept well. Our host, Andy, was very friendly and gave us useful pointers on the walks/sights in both Fox and Franz Joseph - this helped us get the most out of our time there. His dog Stella was also very friendly. Having SKY TV allowed us to watch the Super Rugby - bonus! We enjoyed our stay and wouldn't hesitate to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great details on a nice property. Great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan, Winnipeg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cute little place - great value for the price! Manager was so fabulously friendly. Great restaurant right next door.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
had a great stay, was a very nice property and very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven, Cholsey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice rustic well appointed motel room
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Harold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a simple lodging option. Good dining next door. Check-in was smooth and easy. Room was fine. Nothimg special. Everything worked as advertised.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Good accommodation but a little tired

Ok accommodation but probably needs some updating.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable is not fancy. Close to everything,whichc isn't saying much as it is Fox Glacier.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lovely unit, very clean and well looked after, close to shops and cafes, and everything interesting around Fox Glacier. Staff at the motel are easy-going, and very helpful and friendly. We'll definitely be staying there again next time we're in the area. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frantz

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was so nice. The view over the mountain right behind was great, as well as being close to Fox glacier, whether to go for a hike close by, or get a great viewpoint over it. The whole area is so peaceful. The person who takes care of the place was also really friendly, and this makes the difference!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheri, Saint Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly owner who was happy to discuss area plus lovely room and location was perfect for trip and evening meal
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony, Templestowe Lower

Close to great views.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024