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Offering accommodation with free WiFi, satellite TV and lovely mountain views, Rainforest Motel is 5 minutes’ drive from Lake Matheson. Guests can enjoy the gardens overlooking Mount Fox. All apartments have a kitchenette or kitchen with a microwave and refrigerator. Each heated apartment includes electric blankets and a seating area with a TV. There are a range of cafes within a 5-minute walk from the property. Rainforest Motel is 30 minutes’ drive from Gillespies Beach. Hokitika is a 2-hour drive away. The tour desk can book helicopter flights and guided walking tours. The motel also offers a guest laundry and luggage storage facilities. Free parking is available on site.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free private parking available on-site


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
2 single beds
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
3 single beds
Bedroom 2:
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
8.9
High score for Fox Glacier
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Holly
    United States United States
    Small town so it is close to everything. Staff was helpful.
  • Gary
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    clean and comfortable room supportive mattress on the beds Well kitted out kitchenette Spacious bathroom with cleaning products supplied two seating chairs with table both inside and out
  • Izabela
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Stunning views around motel, peaceful location. Clean, well equipped. Superb service, excellent staff, great advice regarding helicopter flights. Lovely restaurants nearby.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Rainforest Motel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Hiking
    Off-site
Living Area
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • iPod dock
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Tour desk
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Electric blankets
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

Rainforest Motel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 21:00

Check-out

Until 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa Eftpos American Express Cash Rainforest Motel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Rainforest Motel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

FAQs about Rainforest Motel

  • Rainforest Motel is 200 yards from the centre of Fox Glacier. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Rainforest Motel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Yes, Rainforest Motel is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Rainforest Motel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking

  • Check-in at Rainforest Motel is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Room options at Rainforest Motel include:

    • Studio
    • Apartment