The 10 best hotels in Fox Glacier, New Zealand

August 22, 2022 Kandra Bartel

Discover the best hotels in Fox Glacier, Westland Tai Poutini National Park, West Coast Region, South Island including Lake Matheson Motel, Fox Glacier Top 10 Holiday Park & Motels, Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier, Rainforest Motel, Distinction Fox Glacier, Te Weheka Boutique Hotel, Mount Cook View Motel, The Westhaven Motel, Fox Glacier Lodge, Misty Peaks, Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier.
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1. Lake Matheson Motel

Corner Cook Flat Road & Pekanga Drive 45 Cook Flat Road, Fox Glacier, Westland Tai Poutini National Park 7859 New Zealand
Excellent
48%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 479 reviews

Lake Matheson Motel

Lake Matheson Motel is a 4 star rated accommodation, ideally located 400 metres from the town centre of Fox Glacier. While we have been proudly named after beautiful Lake Matheson, we are definitely a town based motel; while we are not on the edge of the Lake, we are only a ten minute drive away and the same for the Glacier. Our motto is 'simply nice'. This means we provide simple, clean and comfortable accommodation and focus on giving you good quality basics such as quality Sleepyhead beds with cotton linen and great showers. AND we haven't been sitting around doing nothing during the Covid Lockdown! We have been busy renovating our front studio units with new carpets, beds, wallpaper and paint! We would love to host you in our variety of studio and 2 bedroom units, with mountain views, in a peaceful location. We provide unlimited WIFI,undercover parking for all units, some spa units, King and Queen bed units, continental breakfasts, a portable BBQ and a Guest Laundry for your convenience. We hope to welcome you to Fox Glacier soon. Debbie and Andrew :)

Convenient overnight stop

Reviewed By Mary366

We stayed one night at the Lake Matheson Motel as part of a road trip down the coast. The unit was clean and comfortable and the bathroom was well appointed. The kitchenette area was a little small as it was a bit cramped to do any cooking but it was sufficient. The beds were comfortable. There is a handy carport right outside the door which was great for the day we left when it poured down. This meant you didn't get too wet packing the car.

2. Fox Glacier Top 10 Holiday Park & Motels

Kerr Road Off Cook Flat Rd, Fox Glacier, Westland Tai Poutini National Park 7859 New Zealand
Excellent
54%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
4%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 848 reviews

Fox Glacier Top 10 Holiday Park & Motels

Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels offer a wide range of accommodation types to suit all travellers. We have modern motels, self-contained units, lodges, standard cabins, powered and non-powered vehicle sites and tent sites. This accommodation range is matched with excellent communal facilities, and our peaceful rural setting, with the towering Southern Alps visible from all around the park. GET OUTFOXING! Our guests often tell us that they love the local walks, but wish there was more information about what they are looking at. To help you get the most out of your stay we have produced some excellent guide booklets for the best local walks. We call them OUTFOXING Guidebooks, and each booklet takes you to several points of interest along one of the walks, and tells you something incredible about what you're looking at.

great stay

Reviewed By Vonzy9

great location near the township of fox glacier and very close to lake matheson mirror lakes. fast and helpful service at the front desk. great place to park your campervan as you get the views of the mountains. fast wifi and big spacious communal kitchen and tv room. average bathroom - needs renovating.

3. Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier

55 Main Road Main Road, Fox Glacier, Westland Tai Poutini National Park 7859 New Zealand
Excellent
45%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 513 reviews

Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier

Newest accommodation complex in Fox Glacier. Superior accommodation in the heart of the Village. Stroll to restaurants and cafes.

Can't recommend enough! Great place to stay.

Reviewed By Jadeykims

We had a great experience at Bella Vista. Karen was super accommodating with our after hours check in and left us a cute note with all of the info we needed. Very knowledgable and informative. The room was spotless and well equipped and the motel is in a great location. Walking distance to everything we needed. Highly recommend!! :)

4. Rainforest Motel

15 Cook Flat Road, Fox Glacier, Westland Tai Poutini National Park New Zealand
Excellent
42%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 342 reviews

Rainforest Motel

See why so many travelers make Rainforest Motel their motel of choice when visiting Fox Glacier. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers a family-friendly setting with an array of amenities designed for travelers like you. The rooms offer a flat screen TV, a refrigerator, and a kitchenette, and getting online is possible, as free wifi is available, allowing you to rest and refresh with ease. Rainforest Motel features baggage storage. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to free parking. While visiting Fox Glacier, you may want to try some fish and chips at one of the nearby restaurants, such as The Last Kitchen, Bigfoot Bar and Restaurant, or Cafe Neve. If you’re looking for things to do, you can check out River Walk (0.9 mi), which is a popular attraction amongst tourists, and it is within walking distance. We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at Rainforest Motel as you experience all of the things Fox Glacier has to offer.

Great place to stay

Reviewed By topb163

We stayed two nights and it was perfect for us. It was spotless and comfy. Even though it rained and was fffrrreezing we stayed nice and snug indoors. The bed was super nice to sleep in and the decor was extremely upmarket. We chose the larger room for space and were very much pleased we had. The owner was exceptionally nice man with an English accent and a cat and dog that made us feel very welcome. We loved loved Fox and dined at Lake Matheson Restaurant which was spectacular and well worth the meals we had there. If you want a quiet town in mid winter with plenty of room to move and space to think this is it! I highly recommend.

5. Distinction Fox Glacier, Te Weheka Boutique Hotel

15 Main Road, Fox Glacier, Westland Tai Poutini National Park 7859 New Zealand
Excellent
54%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 385 reviews

Distinction Fox Glacier, Te Weheka Boutique Hotel

Distinction Fox Glacier is a purpose built 20-room property located on State Highway 6, 100 metres from the centre of the township of Fox Glacier. The rooms are 20.6 sq metres with generous 7 sq. metre en suites with separate bath and shower, super king or king single beds, tea and coffee facilities, wifi, iron, arm chairs, writing table, Sky TV, direct dial telephones, individually controlled heating, balconies with views of the surrounding native bush and mountains. Guests access their rooms via undercover parking, which leads to an internal stairway or elevator.

Very comfortable brief stopover

Reviewed By stora_g

We chose to stay at Te Weheka to break our journey from Wanaka to Nelson. It was a brief stay: late afternoon arrival and 0630 departure the next morning for a very wet journey home. It was a very good choice. The staff were helpful and obliging and the room very comfortable. The guest lounge was comfortable and well equipped. The hotel is within easy walking distance of the village centre. We will certainly be back.

6. Mount Cook View Motel

203 Cook Flat Road, Fox Glacier, Westland Tai Poutini National Park 7859 New Zealand
Excellent
31%
Good
46%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
4%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 237 reviews

Mount Cook View Motel

See why so many travelers make Mount Cook View Motel their motel of choice when visiting Fox Glacier. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers a family-friendly setting with an array of amenities designed for travelers like you. Rooms at Mount Cook View Hotel offer a flat screen TV, a refrigerator, and a kitchenette providing exceptional comfort and convenience, and guests can go online with free wifi. Barbeque facilities will also help to make your stay even more special. If you are driving to Mount Cook View Motel, free parking is available. For those interested in checking out River Walk (1.5 mi) while visiting Fox Glacier, Mount Cook View Hotel is a short distance away. While visiting Fox Glacier, you may want to try some ribs at one of the nearby restaurants, such as Bigfoot Bar and Restaurant or Cook Saddle Cafe & Saloon. There is no shortage of things to do in the area: explore popular art galleries such as ReflectioNZ Gifts & Gallery. We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at Mount Cook View Motel as you experience all of the things Fox Glacier has to offer.

Comfortable and warm

Reviewed By VickiBrooklyn

We arrived to a warm and friendly welcome. We had a choice of rooms and we chose the King studio. It was very comfortable. We cooked in the unit and there were just enough sufficient items to use for our cooking. A great location overlooking farmland. It would have been a nice walk to town, except it was raining. (we went for a short walk anyway along the footpath).

7. The Westhaven Motel

29 Main Road, State Highway 6 Westland, Fox Glacier, Westland Tai Poutini National Park 7859 New Zealand
Excellent
35%
Good
47%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 409 reviews

The Westhaven Motel

The Westhaven in Fox Glacier is located right in the heart of the Fox Glacier township. We are a modern stylish complex with 23 large studio units. Each room is self contained with private en suite bathroom with bath, shower and toilet. All rooms have a kitchenette which includes a fridge, microwave and kitchen appliances. Our beds are really comfortable, queen, king and super king beds are all available and all rooms have good heating, beds have electric blankets. We offer FREE internet access and have a guest laundry facility.

Nice and Modern

Reviewed By jessiev25

First time staying at The Westhaven Motel. We usually stay down at one of the motels on Cook Flat Road but this time chose to stay in 'town'. Sadly not too many people around Fox Glacier township and a number of businesses have closed. Stayed 2 nights. Room was large. Self catered one night and ate out at the White Pub the next. Did both the classic Lake Matheson walk, and the longer and steeper Lake Gault walk on seperate days (starts off the main Lake Matheson walking track). We would stay again at The Westhaven Motel. Price had reduced than earlier advertised, was very reasonable being $100 pn

8. Fox Glacier Lodge

41 Sullivan Rd, Fox Glacier, Westland Tai Poutini National Park 7591 New Zealand
Excellent
50%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
5%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 347 reviews

Fox Glacier Lodge

Our modern solid timber, purpose-built Lodge is in the heart of the Fox Glacier Village. We have B&B style accommodation & self-contained units, some with double spa baths. We are the closest accommodation to the Glacier & only a one minute walk to all cafes, restaurants & shops. Enjoy our tranquil setting, surrounded by rain forest with mountain views. Laundry facilities & mountain bikes for your use. We are happy to assist you with booking local activities.

Warm and Cosy

Reviewed By KarenJDaly

Lovely quiet, clean room with all kitchen facilities we needed. A great shower room, shower did tend to blast the whole wet room though. Even with a curtain. A separate bedroom with twin beds, and a really comfy bed in the main lounge. The lodge is off the main road, so it's very quiet and no traffic noise at all.

9. Misty Peaks

105 Cook Flat Road Fox Township, Fox Glacier, Westland Tai Poutini National Park 7859 New Zealand
Excellent
67%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 323 reviews

Misty Peaks

Misty Peaks is a small Bed and Breakfast/Hotel with only 5 guestrooms.We have beautiful views of Mt Cook and Tasman that cant be seen from the village. A complimentary glass of wine and a New Zealand cheese board is offered at 6.30 PM. Continental and cooked breakfast served in the Dining Room. We look forward to having you stay in our home, Lea Bentley

Good clean place to stay

Reviewed By littleapple1970

We arrived and were checked in immediately. The room was clean and neat. The picture is not at all what it looks like. Far enough from City Center to be quiet and close enough to walk to dinner. Smooth checkout. Parking was free.

10. Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier

11 Cook Flat Road, Fox Glacier, Westland Tai Poutini National Park 7859 New Zealand
Excellent
15%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
30%
Poor
11%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 129 reviews

Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier

Finding an ideal family-friendly hotel in Fox Glacier does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier, a nice option for travelers like you. Free wifi is offered to guests, and rooms at Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier offer a flat screen TV and a refrigerator. Guests of Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier are also welcome to enjoy an on-site restaurant. For travelers arriving by car, free parking is available. If you’re looking for a cafe, consider a visit to Matheson Cafe, Hobnail Cafe, or Cafe Neve, which are all conveniently located a short distance from Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier. Looking to explore? Then look no further than River Walk (0.9 mi), which is a popular Fox Glacier attraction – and it is conveniently located within walking distance of the hotel. Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier puts the best of Fox Glacier at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.

Recommend staying here

Reviewed By PatrickW3895

The hotel was closed however the old hotel over the road is being used as a Heartland. It was great with really good service and awesome room for price paid. Just a word of causation that the entire town is on bottled water, at no fault of businesses

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