Rainforest Motel

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

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Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Large Unit) | Dining room
Mountain view
Exterior
Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Large Family) | Living area
Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Twin Studio Unit)

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$103
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept

Explore the area

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

Room options

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

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
  • 20 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
  • 20 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
  • 20 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Garden
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchen
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Garden
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Garden
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Fox Glacier

At Rainforest Motel, you'll be 5 km (3.1 mi) from Lake Matheson and 20.8 km (12.9 mi) from Gillespies Beach. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a picnic area and tour/ticket assistance. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, including food and water bowls and an off-lead area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights in the region of this 3.5-property class Fox Glacier motel include Fox Glacier and Aoraki / Mount Cook.

What's nearby

  • Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Lake Matheson - 5 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Peak Viewpoint - 16 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 18 min drive - 25.2 km
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 19 min drive - 25.5 km

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 145 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Matheson Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Neve - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cook Saddle Cafe & Saloon - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Last Kitchen - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Betsey Jane Eatery & Bar - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Rainforest Motel

Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Lake Matheson
Rainforest Motel offers its guests barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Rainforest Motel also features a picnic area, laundry facilities, and a front desk safe. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Fox Glacier motel is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Rainforest Motel offers 12 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

More

  • Smoke-free property

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
  • Hob
  • Refrigerator

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 per cent 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 older; 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

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Food and water bowls and an off-lead area are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise 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 over; guests must have received their complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Rainforest Motel?

Rainforest Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Rainforest Motel?

As of 15 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rainforest Motel on 18 Sept 2025 start from AU$102.65, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Rainforest Motel?

Yep, Rainforest Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Rainforest Motel?

The closest beach to Rainforest Motel is Gillespies Beach (16.5 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Rainforest Motel?

No, Rainforest Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Rainforest Motel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Rainforest Motel?

Furry friends are welcome at Rainforest Motel, with dog exercise areas and food and water bowls on offer.