Is parking available at the property?

Free self-parking is available on-site, with limited spaces.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

Continental breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee of approximately NZD 16 for adults and NZD 15 for children.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible public areas.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in Fox Glacier, within a 5-minute drive of Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest and Te Wahipounamu, and approximately 2.6 miles from Lake Matheson and Lake Gault.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.

Sunset Motel in Fox Glacier

Average nightly price at Sunset Motel by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$126
February	US$234
March	US$127
April	US$89
May	US$60
June	US$53
July	US$53
August	US$53
September	US$63
October	US$66
November	US$106
December	US$119

What guests think

At Sunset Motel, travellers consistently praise the quiet, scenic setting near Fox Glacier and Lake Matheson, with striking mountain views, generally clean, comfortable rooms and helpful staff, while noting occasional service or maintenance lapses.

Many like the spacious layouts, kitchenettes and parking right outside the door, and some units include in‑room spa baths. Recurring drawbacks include dated decor, inconsistent water pressure, limited climate control or flyscreens, patchy Wi‑Fi, and occasional odours or missed housekeeping. A straightforward base for exploring the area.

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Facilities

Basic facilities with parking outside room doors; some units have in‑room spa baths. Air conditioning is not standard and heating/ventilation can be limited or noisy.

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Vera

7 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Motel with parking lot direct in front of the room entrance, not far from town center

10

Shivraj

6 May 2022

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Stayed 1 night

We planned to stay again in this motel, after our last wonderful experience. The room we got had Queen bed, single bed and sofa. The room was big, spacious, cleaned, comfy beds with nice and clean bathroom (toilet & shower). The other amenities in room were TV, microwave, fridge, electric cooktop and heater. The views from the motel is great (mountains & glacier), close to restaurants, stores and Lake Matheson, parking in front of your room. Overall a good experience staying in the motel with no complaints, humble host and plus cheap deal.

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Masaaki

27 Oct 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Don't stay here. Very poor WiFi, no WiFi one night, no one helped. Extremely cold in the room, A/C is very loud and hot air directly blow to you adjacent to your bed. No bed making service, only new towels... We left one day earlier and (of course, no refund..) stayed at another hotel, which was much nicer and better customer service.

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Judith

24 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The shower was not great poor stream and at a strange height There was no dedicated air con other than a portable fan which was noisy and there was no flyscreen on the sliding door so could not open it due to mozzies and chickens - yes chickens !

10

Denise

28 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was comfortable and clean. Bathroom large with extras like a towel warmer.

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Dianne

13 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

View was spectacular. Spa good but needs bars for safety getting in and out. Dishes shelf far too low for accessibility for more senior people.

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Timon

20 Feb 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

We stayed at Sunset Motor Lodge while visiting Fox Glacier. The location is excellent — right on the road to Lake Matheson and very close to Fox Glacier Guiding, which was ideal for our early morning trip. There’s also a great view of the mountains from the property, which was a real highlight. The room itself was a good size and the kitchenette had enough plates and cutlery for a short stay. The receptionist was friendly and welcoming. However, as other reviewers have mentioned, the room felt very tired and in need of refurbishment. We had a room with a jacuzzi bath, but it wasn’t particularly inviting to use. The shower pressure was also quite poor. Overall, a convenient base in a beautiful location, but the property would really benefit from an update.

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Steven R

16 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The motel was fine for the two nights we were there. I there was no air conditioning or fan.

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KAM PUI

20 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Weak hot water supply and heater in bathroom will shut down automatically after operating for a while. Room price of this motel is however low.

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Steve

2 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We were vwry satisfied with all aspects of the ptoperty. Only wish the spa bath was outside or had a view.

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Cleanliness

Many guests found rooms very clean, but several report odours, stained carpets, and occasional housekeeping gaps (for example, no daily service).

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Hannah

12 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Tolle Aussicht auf den Gletscher von der Terrasse. Viel Platz und ganz gute Ausstattung. Leider sind die Räumlichkeiten ziemlich in die Jahre gekommen und muffig. Es riecht sehr unangenehm. Ich persönlich bin da empfindlich und konnte es nicht ertragen. Wen das nicht stört, kann dort gut ein, zwei Nächte bleiben. Allen anderen würde ich davon abraten.

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Christie

29 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The bathroom had a bad smell.

8

Amy

17 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The views from my room were magnificent. You could see the snow tipped mountains but there were also lots of misty fogs moving in and out, which provided a great visual. My room came with all the amenities, but it was not particularly clean. There were things under the bed and the carpet by the sliding glass door in the back was filthy. The water pressure in the shower is very faint. The staff was very nice and helpful, and all in all, it was worth the money.

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Michael

22 Nov 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Room was clean and neat

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Konstantinos

7 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was spacious, clean and the bed was large and comfortable. The kitchenette was suitable for cooking and the bathroom was spacious and clean. The views from the rear verandah of the snow capped mountains were awesome.

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julie

15 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We loved the clean plush bedding and very clean room. The staff were very helpful and the view from the verandah was stunning. We had chickensout the back and we loved them. All over a great place to stay.

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Scott

24 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Highly dissapointed and wouldn't recommend it at all. Wish we had read other reviews online as the unit absolutely stunk of urine. Unit doors were all open on arrival to disguise it I expect. Other reviews stated they had joy when dealing with managers and our payment had already gone through. We got out of there at 6.30am after a rough nights sleep and $184 lighter - an absolute rip off! How it can be left like this is very bad and possibly poses a health risk. What would have been a nice motel a few years back is not being maintained well at all. Tainted our stay in Fox particularly after two great nights in Franz and Hoki

10

Virginia

29 Feb 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice views. Pleasant staff. Clean. Comfortable bed.

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Christian

7 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

La chambre était propre, au goût du jour, lumineuse avec une belle vue

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Tracey

13 Nov 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

This motel was just ok. I was surprised the room wasn’t cleaned daily like most motels, we stayed 5 night and had to ask for fresh towels and more toilet paper. The fridge was set to such a high temperature it froze all our food ruining everything. The bathroom didn’t have a fan, which meant the room fogged up each time we had a shower. I would not stay here again.

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Rooms

Rooms are generally spacious and comfortable with kitchenettes and notable mountain views. However, decor is dated in several units, shower pressure can be weak, climate control is limited in places, Wi‑Fi reliability varies, and occasional noise comes from the resident rooster.

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Judy

6 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Comfy beds, great view, quite roomy. Negatves were no screens on windows and there was no water pressure in shower

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AYELEN

14 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great place to stay with views, room furniture a bit old.

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Shivraj

6 May 2022

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Stayed 1 night

We planned to stay again in this motel, after our last wonderful experience. The room we got had Queen bed, single bed and sofa. The room was big, spacious, cleaned, comfy beds with nice and clean bathroom (toilet & shower). The other amenities in room were TV, microwave, fridge, electric cooktop and heater. The views from the motel is great (mountains & glacier), close to restaurants, stores and Lake Matheson, parking in front of your room. Overall a good experience staying in the motel with no complaints, humble host and plus cheap deal.

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Masaaki

27 Oct 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Don't stay here. Very poor WiFi, no WiFi one night, no one helped. Extremely cold in the room, A/C is very loud and hot air directly blow to you adjacent to your bed. No bed making service, only new towels... We left one day earlier and (of course, no refund..) stayed at another hotel, which was much nicer and better customer service.

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Neil

1 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was clean and well equipped. Quiet except for the local rooster.

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Timon

20 Feb 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

We stayed at Sunset Motor Lodge while visiting Fox Glacier. The location is excellent — right on the road to Lake Matheson and very close to Fox Glacier Guiding, which was ideal for our early morning trip. There’s also a great view of the mountains from the property, which was a real highlight. The room itself was a good size and the kitchenette had enough plates and cutlery for a short stay. The receptionist was friendly and welcoming. However, as other reviewers have mentioned, the room felt very tired and in need of refurbishment. We had a room with a jacuzzi bath, but it wasn’t particularly inviting to use. The shower pressure was also quite poor. Overall, a convenient base in a beautiful location, but the property would really benefit from an update.

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Abhishek

20 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Had a good time at the Motel. WiFi was shaky and had to ask at the reception to improve the connectivity. Motel was clean and beds were comfortable. Close to dining options and market.

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Konstantinos

7 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was spacious, clean and the bed was large and comfortable. The kitchenette was suitable for cooking and the bathroom was spacious and clean. The views from the rear verandah of the snow capped mountains were awesome.

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patricia

27 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Quiet location with lovely room. Big glass wall looking to the mountains. Very clean and well appointed.

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Tiina

24 Jan 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was clean but a little bit out of date. Also the backyard sliding door didn't slide that well. The mountain view from the room was spectacular!

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Service

Guests frequently describe the staff as friendly and helpful, with smooth check‑ins and useful local tips. A few mention curt interactions or inflexibility on issues such as cancellations or support.

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Alison

26 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent setting with beautiful views from the road. Check-in was curt. Bed was old and saggy, so poor night’s sleep. Well equipped for a single night.

8

Frank

11 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly welcome. Comfortable clean rooms.

8

Dave

31 Jan 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

There were no staff on arrival but soon arrived at reception once the bell was rung. Room was clean, only a small fridge but had sufficient cooking and equipment for the hob and microwave to provide a small meal. Highly recommend the walkable eatery Betsey Jane, just down the road.

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Kathy

29 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Perfect location on the way to Lake Mathison and the views of Fox glacier. Room was clean and well stocked. Comfortable bed. Friendly and helpful staff. Close to restaurants and could have walked there if not cold/raining. Nothing fancy but perfect for a restful night of sleep

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Don

18 Feb 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very helpful staff.

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Michael

31 Dec 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

We’ve traveled New Zealand for three weeks. This hotel is by far the most realistic from pictures on their site. Staff is SO friendly and helpful, just awesome. Be sure to do the glow worm walk! We’d definitely stay again.

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Evan and Kay

15 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Enjoyed stay. Everything fine for what we paid Staff couldn’t have been more friendly and helpful

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Rochelle

20 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No flexibility around a small mistake made. Mistake was realised in under 3 minutes and no good will was shown. Money is more important than customer care.

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Wanpeng

3 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great Value and Warm Hospitality! I had a great stay at this motel! It's an excellent value for the price — clean, comfortable, and everything worked just as expected. What really stood out to me was the receptionist. They were incredibly friendly and welcoming, making check-in a breeze and offering helpful local tips. It’s the kind of personal touch that makes a big difference. I’d definitely stay here again and recommend it to anyone looking for affordable, friendly accommodation.

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Sharon

10 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great mountain views Got good info when checked in on places to visit given our limited stay

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Location

Quiet, scenic base close to Fox Glacier, Lake Matheson and town services, with mountain views from many units. Several note eateries and attractions are within walking distance.

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Dave

29 Jan 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great location out of the way, so nice and quiet yet close enough to everything. The best thin was the mountain views, stunning.

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Graham

2 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good proximity to the glacier services

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Vera

7 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Motel with parking lot direct in front of the room entrance, not far from town center

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Shirley

13 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very accessible and quiet.

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Trevor

15 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Comfortable and convenient with great views and good food and drinks within walking distance.

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Sharon

1 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Easy location for glaciers

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Timon

20 Feb 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

We stayed at Sunset Motor Lodge while visiting Fox Glacier. The location is excellent — right on the road to Lake Matheson and very close to Fox Glacier Guiding, which was ideal for our early morning trip. There’s also a great view of the mountains from the property, which was a real highlight. The room itself was a good size and the kitchenette had enough plates and cutlery for a short stay. The receptionist was friendly and welcoming. However, as other reviewers have mentioned, the room felt very tired and in need of refurbishment. We had a room with a jacuzzi bath, but it wasn’t particularly inviting to use. The shower pressure was also quite poor. Overall, a convenient base in a beautiful location, but the property would really benefit from an update.

10

Raelene

23 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Close to town but quiet. Snow capped mountain right out the window.

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Angus

23 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Location is a bit out of town, but walking distance to the best restaurant in town. It was a good location for me to tour the area from. The room was large and had a great view off the patio.

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Kerry

10 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Location perfect to suit our needs - and a view of Mt Cook to "cap" it off...

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Dining

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Dave

29 Jan 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great location out of the way, so nice and quiet yet close enough to everything. The best thin was the mountain views, stunning.

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Beverley

26 Feb 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Easy walk to restaurants

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Graham

2 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good proximity to the glacier services

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Vera

7 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Motel with parking lot direct in front of the room entrance, not far from town center

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Dave

31 Jan 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

There were no staff on arrival but soon arrived at reception once the bell was rung. Room was clean, only a small fridge but had sufficient cooking and equipment for the hob and microwave to provide a small meal. Highly recommend the walkable eatery Betsey Jane, just down the road.

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Kathy

29 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Perfect location on the way to Lake Mathison and the views of Fox glacier. Room was clean and well stocked. Comfortable bed. Friendly and helpful staff. Close to restaurants and could have walked there if not cold/raining. Nothing fancy but perfect for a restful night of sleep

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Michele

8 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Our room had comfortable queen bed and single bed. Basic kitchen with toaster, kettle, fridge, microwave and dishes etc which was handy. Location was good for Lake Matheson and Fox Glacier. Big windows, heated up quickly, very basic and comfortable.

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Trevor

15 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Comfortable and convenient with great views and good food and drinks within walking distance.

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Abhishek

20 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Had a good time at the Motel. WiFi was shaky and had to ask at the reception to improve the connectivity. Motel was clean and beds were comfortable. Close to dining options and market.

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Angus

23 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Location is a bit out of town, but walking distance to the best restaurant in town. It was a good location for me to tour the area from. The room was large and had a great view off the patio.

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Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
1 $64	2 $70	3 $76	4 $73	5 $71	6 $75	7 $73
8 $72	9	10 $107	11 $96	12 $108	13 $110	14 $111
15 $126	16 $111	17 $115	18 $113	19 $127	20 $113	21 $102
22 $103	23 $115	24	25	26 $92	27 $112	28 $104
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