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4.7 out of 5

"The owner was very friendly and helpful The property has lovely grounds Easy parking Room was very clean, comfortable and well equipped with what we n ... " More

By a verified traveller on Fri 27 Oct 2023

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Hotel Description

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 barbecue grills. 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-leash area. There's also the convenience of free self parking.

Sights in the region of this 3.5-star Fox Glacier motel include Fox Glacier and Aoraki / Mount Cook.

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

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
NZ$144* Per night/room 18 Apr. - 19 Apr.

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

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

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

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

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

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

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

Bed Count 4 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

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

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Rainforest Motel ratings based on 35 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.7 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Rainforest Motel

Everyone (15) Couples (12) Family (7)
5 out of 5

Posted by on 5 Dec. 2023

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5 out of 5
The owner was very friendly and helpful The property has lovely grounds Easy parking Room was very clean, comfortable and well equipped with what we needed. Comfortable bed Shampoo and conditioner supplied. Dinner recommendation was excellent

Posted by on 27 Oct. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

28 Oct. 2023 by andy

Thanks Carol I am glad you enjoyed your stay. Cheers Andy

5 out of 5
Nice place, clean & quiet.Would use again

Posted by on 23 Mar. 2023

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5 out of 5

Posted by on 25 Feb. 2023

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5 out of 5
Mathew was awesome to deal with. He called to alert us the highway was closed due to heavy rain and surface flooding and shifted our booking to the next night for no additional fee. The room was very clean and the bed super comfortable. An excellent place to stay in Fox. His dog Stella was very friendly and our dog enjoyed meeting her. Next time we're in the area we will definitely stay here again. AAA

Posted by on 25 Feb. 2023

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5 out of 5
the property was so lovely and quiet and clean it was perfect for us i will definately be back and highly recomend rainforest motel the owners were very friendly and helpful regards jane turner

Posted by on 24 Nov. 2022

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5 out of 5
Fantastic!

Posted by on 12 Oct. 2022

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5 out of 5
The service provided was outstanding, including the manager/owner taking time out from his busy day to advise me of the best options to eat, walk the dog, and local sites to see. I found the Motel to be a wonderful site for reflection and the setting is very powerful in nature. I would recommend to anyone as a great place to refresh the mind. I will be revisiting with family soon.

Posted by on 13 Jan. 2022

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4 out of 5
was a friendly welcome and the rooms suited our needs. I didn;t like the rain!!!

Posted by on 7 Mar. 2021

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4 out of 5
A few small repairs needed. Upholstered chair had loose wooden leg, light switches needed attention. BUT welcome from dog and cat on arrival was lovely. We were upgraded which was much appreciated.

Posted by , from North Canterbury on 28 Nov. 2020

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Property Features

Rainforest Motel offers its guests tour/ticket assistance, barbecue grills, 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

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Rainforest Motel offers 12 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

  • Sitting area
  • Private outdoor space
  • Television
  • Cable channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Coffee maker
  • Kitchenware
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Sound-insulated rooms
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Unique furnishings
  • Unique decor
  • Wardrobe or closet

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at anytime

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9 AM. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. 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 up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9 AM.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

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

Pet Policy

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

Policies

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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize 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 up; guests must have received their complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Front desk opens daily at 7:30 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 9 AM
  • Debit cards
  • Pets allowed (no fees)
  • Staffed front desk
  • Credit card pre-authorisation
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff do not wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available for guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are not provided with hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are not in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are not washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is not available
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are not compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities on site
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Food service not has not been amended for enhanced safety
  • Guests must provide health documentation
  • Guests must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination
  • Minimum age for proof of COVID-19 vaccination requirement: 12
  • COVID-19 vaccine must have been received a minimum number of days before check-in: 1

Fees

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 percent

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

Hotel Names

  • Rainforest Motel Fox Glacier
  • Rainforest Motel
  • Rainforest Fox Glacier
  • Rainforest Hotel Fox Glacier
  • Rainforest Motel Motel
  • Rainforest Motel Fox Glacier
  • Rainforest Motel Motel Fox Glacier

National Rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.