Laundry facilities, tour/ticket assistance and a garden are available at this smoke-free motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, barbecues, a picnic area and a front desk safe are on-site. Housekeeping is not available.
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.
During your stay at Rainforest Motel, you're just a quick walk from Te Wahipounamu. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus laundry facilities. Some of the pet-friendly amenities that this property offers include food and water bowls and an off-lead area.
Free WiFi
Free self-parking
Services include tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
5 minutes by car from Lake Matheson
Pets welcome free of charge
Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls and an off-lead area
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.
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
Limited on-site self parking
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
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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
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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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 at the property
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
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9 AM. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
National rating
Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.
Property is also known as
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Rainforest Motel Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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Nice place to stay in beautiful Fox Glacier. The host gave us great tips for local nearby hikes.
Roberta
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
6/10 Okay
David
3 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nothing 'wrong' with the room it was all just a. bit 'bland' and dated, chairs were old and. dated basic coffee table and the kitchen was functional but cheap.
As I say nothing wrong but nothing special.
We were super-comfortable in our small suite with everything we needed for a thoroughly enjoyable 3 night stay.
There were wonderful views out on to the Fox range mountains, and only a 5min walk from the excellent and very atmosphetic Cook and Saddle cafe.
Lake Matheson with its memorable rainforest walk, the mirrored reflections of Mtns Tasman and Cook, and the welcoming cafe offering excellent fare to eat and drink - as well as a local artist's gallery - was a real bonus.
Thanks, Andy, for a rest stay!
The motel was exactly what we needed for one night accommodation. The checkin went fast and smooth and the owner/manager provided great advice and pleasant conversation.