Rainforest Motel - Fox Glacier
-43.464233, 170.015187
Overview
Along with a prime location 6 minutes' walk from the New Zealand Fighter Pilots Museum, Rainforest Motel Fox Glacier provides its guests with a picnic area, recreational facilities, and barbecue grills. Featuring 12 rooms with views of the garden, this 4-star hotel is 4.8 km from the Jetty Viewpoint.
Location
The motel is located just 200 metres from the Fox Glacier, and within reach of the Weheka Glow-worm Walkway. Fox & Franz Josef Heliservices is within 5 minutes' walk of the Rainforest Motel. The area offers shopping experiences such as the ReflectioNZ Gifts & Gallery, which is 4.1 km from this accommodation.
Rooms
The smoke-free hotel offers rooms with a sitting area and a kitchenette featuring ironing facilities, along with complimentary wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Self-catering facilities include a toaster and a stovetop. Bathrooms with a separate toilet and a shower, also feature hair dryers and complimentary toiletries for guests' extra comfort.
Eat & Drink
Located only a few steps from Rainforest Motel, the restaurant Cook Saddle Cafe & Saloon offers an American menu.
Rooms and availability
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Max:6 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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Max:2 persons
Essential information about Rainforest Motel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 132 NZ$ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 200 m |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
- Hotels nearby
Reviews of Rainforest Motel
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missingWrote a review on 12 Decspacious roomslow beddisinterested staff
Spacious rooms with excellent facilities and beautiful views.
The bed in our room was exceedingly low to the ground, especially as older travelers. The reception staff seemed disinterested and provided no assistance or recommendations, which left us feeling unwelcome .
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missingWrote a review on 11 Dec
Pet-friendly and well-appointed rooms and comfortable beds. With a fridge and a microwave oven.
Very dated bathroom.
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missingWrote a review on 09 Dec
Value for money, was given a room with full kitchen.. Nice mountain view !
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missingWrote a review on 02 Novspacious roomswell-equipped kitchenettegreat viewsdated furniturenoise issues
The space at Rainforest Motel felt inviting. I appreciated the spacious rooms equipped with a well-stocked kitchenette, easy to prepare meals. The location near restaurants and just a short walk from the main road was perfect for exploring. The views from the big windows were fine, even on a drizzly day. I found the staff to be friendly and helpful, providing tips for local hikes. The furniture in the unit appeared a bit dated and could benefit from some upgrades. The adjacent unit's noise was noticeable early in the morning, which disrupted my sleep a bit.
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missingWrote a review on 01 Nov
Good shower, warm, in 'town', helpful staff.
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missingWrote a review on 31 Oct
Clean and spacious great veiw of mountains and easy walk to the shops.
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missingWrote a review on 22 Octfine views
Fine views from the spacious room's patio.
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missingWrote a review on 19 Oct
The Rainforest Motel is very well run motel. It is modern and extremely clean and comfortable. The staff are really helpful and friendly.
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missingWrote a review on 19 Oct
Good location bad cooking fAcilities after a day on the ice
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missingWrote a review on 17 Octcozy roomhelpful staffgreat diningweak water pressure
Aye, my fam and I had a real nice stay. Room was mad comfy and clean, with a cozy sitch for our coffee pod machine. The staff gave solid tips for the glacier and dining. Betsey Jane's was straight fire! Just wish the water pressure was a lil stronger, ya feel me?
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missingWrote a review on 15 Oct
Tasty food, had pleasant overnight stay.
liked my time here. hotel was well-maintained and reasonably priced, staff was hospitable. well-appointed and brand-new rooms had a multi-channel television, a dining area and a sitting area. the best part was the fantastic view of the garden.
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missingWrote a review on 14 Oct
Fully equipped kitchen, comfortable and large apartment
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missingWrote a review on 26 Augbig bathroomquiet location
Big bathroom with hot water and clean towels. We enjoyed the quiet location, perfect for a peaceful sleep.
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missingWrote a review on 25 Aug
The Rainforest Motel met all our needs for the night and we actually thought about staying on another night it was so comfortable.
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missingWrote a review on 25 Aug
It was very conveniently located. The host was helpful and obliging and gave us good information about the area. The area has spectacular scenery.
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