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Lake Matheson Motel

4.0 star property
Eco-certified motel in Fox Glacier with free parking

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Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Queen and Twin) | Living area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
The price is €134
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec

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Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Queen and Twin) | Living area

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Queen and Twin)

Highlights

Garden
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Smart TV
Fan
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 56 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchen (King Bed)

Highlights

Garden
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Smart TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Highlights

Garden
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen ( 2 King beds)

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen ( 2 King beds) | Living area

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen ( 2 King beds)

Highlights

Garden
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Smart TV
Fan
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Comfort Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Garden
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Smart TV
Fan
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
Cnr Cook Flat Road & Pekanga Drive, Fox Glacier, 7886

What's nearby

  • Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Lake Matheson - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Peak Viewpoint - 13 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 18 min drive - 24.3 km
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 18 min drive - 24.3 km

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 145 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Matheson Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cook Saddle Cafe & Saloon - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Betsey Jane Eatery & Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪White Pub Cafe and Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Neve - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Lake Matheson Motel

Upscale eco-certified motel near Lake Matheson
Located close to Lake Gault, Lake Matheson Motel provides a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, luggage storage and barbecues
  • Tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Lake Matheson Motel feature comforts such as free WiFi and room service.
More amenities include:
  • Kitchenettes with fridges, microwaves and cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 40-inch Smart TVs with streaming services and premium channels
  • Private gardens, electric kettles and heating

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • 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
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Room service

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 50
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: NZD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Lake Matheson Motel Fox Glacier
Lake Matheson Motel
Lake Matheson Fox Glacier
Lake Matheson Hotel Fox Glacier
Lake Matheson Motel Motel
Lake Matheson Motel Fox Glacier
Lake Matheson Motel Motel Fox Glacier

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Matheson Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lake Matheson Motel?

As of 24 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake Matheson Motel on 7 Dec 2024 start from €134.23, 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.

How much is parking at Lake Matheson Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake Matheson Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Matheson Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for NZD 50 (subject to availability).

Where is Lake Matheson Motel located?

Situated in Fox Glacier, this eco-certified motel is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Lake Matheson and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Lake Gault. Gillespies Beach is 12.8 mi (20.6 km) away.

Lake Matheson Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 208 out of 380 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 135 out of 380 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 380 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 380 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 380 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness
Property would benefit if heat pump installed rather than relying on bar heater. It was cold so heating is a must but a heat pump can be easily controlled to provide a comfortable temperature
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice and close to town , value for money
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy, Ipswich

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely well-presented property in a quiet location. Room spacious and very comfortable. Undercover parking directly in front of room. Excellent facilities. Convenient for local restaurants. Would liked to have stayed longer
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideally situated for access to Fox Glacier. Well presented accommodation with all we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacky

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property, clean and convenient. Good standard of decor.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was very pleasant and got to see Mt Cook and Fox Glacier.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Edward

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value for an overnight stay. No screens on doors or windows means a stuffy room as biting insects will invade otherwise.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Brady

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Lake Matheson a short drive away.
Beautiful little town but didn't 'have the best experience at this motel. It works and has what you need but I'd stay somewhere else next time. For my 30 day day trip to New Zealand this was the only hotel I wouldn't stay at again. Hotel is definitely not on the lake but a short 5-10 minute drive away and a short 5 minute walk to the main street on the highway. Neither of which are a big deal. Everything is close in Fox Glacier as it is a very small town.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Lake Matheson Motel is well located and the arrival experience was great. The staff are really good and provided some great insights in to nearby attractions. The room was clean and adequate.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff . Good basic hotel . Super close to lake matheson , fox glacier view, & Minehaha gloworms
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay. Clean, quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A good place to stop and enjoy the beauty of Fox Glacier. Great restaurant to eat at literally a short wander up the road
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant staff. Clean and tidy accommodation. In walking distance to pub and restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable and convenient for viewing glaciers.
The room was clean and very comfortable. We appreciated being able to walk into town for dinner and drive to the lake and lookout area in less thay10 minutes!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Sharon, Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The two bedroom apartment was as depicted in the photos. It was reasonably basic and the walls were quite thin. The bathroom tap and fan noise could be heard everywhere in the apartment. Parking was directly out the front which was very good. Reception staff were lovely and the area is flat and walkable to various eating places. It’s close to the lovely lake Matheson walk, and a fantastic view of Fox Glacier from Peak view is a short drive down the road. Beds were okay but the pillows were very flat and not comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

jose, Waterville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable. Tight parking.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay while we explored around Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers - we wished we could have stayed longer. Probably the most comfortable beds during our whole trip. The staff were lovely, the room was spacious and well set up. We were surprisingly warm and snug, despite the cool weather. A gorgeous location, and an easy stroll to fabulous dining. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

patrice

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We arrived late and instructions for room were taped to door. Basic and clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect perfect perfect
Absolutely super wonderful place to stay. Owners are lovely and friendly a delightful Couple of days
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zhenliang

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to popular tourist spots in Fox Glacier!:)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable motel
Nice, comfortable motel for a short stop near Fox Glacier
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wai Chi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Sunil

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Budget motel. Old beds