Sunset Motel

3.0 star property
Eco-certified motel in Fox Glacier with free parking

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Kitchen
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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93 Cook Flat Road, Fox Glacier, 7859
  • Place, Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Fox Glacier
  • Place, Lake Matheson
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Studio

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Premier Studio, Mountain View (Spa)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Executive Studio (Triple)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Executive Studio (Double)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Executive Studio (Twin)

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Fox Glacier

Sunset Motel places you within a short walk of Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest and within a mile (2 km) of Te Wahipounamu. This 25-room, 3-star motel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like kitchens, balconies, and refrigerators.

What's nearby

  • Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Lake Matheson - 4 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Peak Viewpoint - 15 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 20 min drive - 16.3 miles
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 20 min drive - 16.5 miles

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 146 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Matheson Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Neve - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Betsey Jane - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Last Kitchen - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Cook Saddle Cafe & Saloon - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Sunset Motel

Eco-certified motel in Fox Glacier with free parking
At Sunset Motel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out. Free parking is included with your stay. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a garden.
TVs come with DVD players, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Kitchens, balconies, and refrigerators are also available. Housekeeping is not available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 15.50 for adults and NZD 15 for children

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

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)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Food and drink

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

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 15.50 for adults and NZD 15.00 for children

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 major 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
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 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services. 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 major 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:

  • 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

Sunset Fox Glacier
Sunset Motel Fox Glacier
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Sunset Hotel Fox Glacier
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Sunset Motel Motel Fox Glacier

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Sunset Motel?

Sunset Motel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do near Sunset Motel?

This motel is located in Fox Glacier within a short 15-minute walk of Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest. You'll also find Lake Matheson and Te Wahipounamu within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Sunset Motel?

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

Does Sunset Motel have a casino?

No, Sunset Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Sunset Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Sunset Motel?

Couples staying at this motel will value amenities like a kitchen, mountain views in some guestrooms, as well as a terrace.

Are there hot tubs at Sunset Motel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Sunset Motel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Sunset Motel offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Sunset Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Sunset Motel.

Does Sunset Motel have connecting rooms?

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

Are there rooms with balconies at Sunset Motel?

Yes, every guestroom at Sunset Motel comes with a balcony with some featuring mountain views.