Is parking available at the property?

Free self parking is available onsite, and it is an on-site facility.

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

Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee of approximately NZD 18 for adults and NZD 13 for children.

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

Check-in is from 2:00 PM to 6:30 PM, and check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee of NZD 25, subject to availability.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Information on specific room accessibility can be confirmed by contacting the property.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The lodge is located in Fox Glacier, just a 1-minute drive from Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest and 6 minutes from Lake Matheson. It is approximately 14.5 miles from Our Lady of the Alps and 14.8 miles from Westcoast Wildlife Centre.

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.

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What guests think

At Fox Glacier Lodge, travellers highlight rustic wooden cabins that are generally clean and comfortable, friendly staff who host a popular free glow-worm walk, and a quiet, walkable location near dining and glacier activities, with easy parking.

Breakfast is typically self-serve in a shared kitchen with supplies provided; some guests liked the setup while others found it basic or disliked doing their own dishes. Rooms range from spacious cabins with spa baths to compact or dated units, and a few reviews note weak Wi-Fi, heating or skylight issues, and occasional amenity gaps. The property also shares space with campervans and has had local boil-water advisories at times. Expect a cozy, no-frills base well suited to exploring the area.

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Facilities

On-site features include a shared self-catering kitchen, easy parking, cabin units (some with spa baths), and a well-liked free glow-worm walk; the property also accommodates campervans. A few guests found amenities basic or limited and noted occasional water advisories.

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John

3 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Our stay was very comfortable quiet and helpful staff with easy checking and parking

10

Alejandro

21 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very close to Fox Glacier helicopter tour experiences. The lodge also offered a guided glo worm walk through the Minnehaha walkway, a good way to meet other travellers. Property has private cabins, shared fascilities and easy access for campervans. Very quiet and relaxed atmosphere.

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Gerard

28 Jan 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Tap water not drinkable. Told to use bottled water (provided with the room) or boil water and allow to cool.

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Cheryl

5 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We stayed at the Fox Glacier Lodge for two evenings. The staff at the lodge were amazing. They went above and beyond to answer any of our questions about the town. At night time, they offered a free walk to see the glow worms which was just around the corner from the lodge.

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Owen

11 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property was good. No issues except images used for promotion of property were not the same as the actual room. Also communal kitchen was great but not an ensuite.

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Yoav

30 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very comfortable, lovely all wood decor. Lovely glow worm walk led by the staff. Very nice jacuzzi.

8

Philippa

21 Dec 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean lodge, easy parking, basic kitchen but shared kitchen available next to lodge. We chose to make breakfast and packed lunches and the ate out in the evening. Intermittent WiFi but acceptable. Nice and warm and convenient location for a couple of nights. Quiet location close to the main Street, Cook and Saddle and Betty Jackson’s excellent for evening meal with teens. Added bonus was the glow worm tour from the lodge, very enjoyable.

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CINDY

6 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We had a spotlessly clean room for 3 right next door to the community kitchen. We were also able to put our bottles in the community kitchen to freeze for the next day in our ice chest. Management was extremely friendly and even brought us some ice cubes! The property is walkable to the small shops in town and we saw several restaurants. The property appears older and shares room for RVs and campers though that was no issue. We highly recommend this property!

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Michelle

22 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The cabin feel with high ceilings, two levels, wood interior and fabulous jacuzzi bath with a kitchen was wonderful.

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Sammie

12 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good little place in the middle of nowhere. On site management is great, friendly, and provided an informative Glow-worm walk. We stayed in the king spa room, and was able to peruse the spa after a long day of walking so it was a nice touch. Could consider adding a little shelf for toiletries in the shower.

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Cleanliness

Housekeeping is often praised for very clean rooms, yet multiple reviews mention dirty or worn carpets, mould on curtains, musty smells, and occasional missed servicing.

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Mark

22 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice lodge, very clean, central location

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Diane

25 Jan 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Although the pictures of the property online were quite attractive the actual property was lacking in appeal. The room carpeting was dirty and looked like it hadn’t been replaced in too many years to even guess. The room had a musty smell and anyone with allergies or breathing issues (me) would have issues. The handrails were covered with metal which was slippery, impossible to grip and was either HOT or cold and dangerous to anyone who required a rail to hold going up the stairs. Rating this property with a 2 would be generous.

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Megan

31 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Loved the room! It was very clean and comfortable, within walking distance of the shops, cafes, and restaurants. Felt very at-home here!

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Ross

8 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We had a compact room and were therefore offered the use of a small room opposite for our luggage, which we didn't need. Everything in the room was clean but the carpet was worn. The location was quiet. Kettle and breakfast were in a communal kitchen which was more hostel-style than hotel. Adequate food was laid out in the morning, which we helped ourselves to. It was off-putting that people were expected to do their own washing up, and we saw people just rinsing things minimally under the tap rather than washing them properly.

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CINDY

6 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We had a spotlessly clean room for 3 right next door to the community kitchen. We were also able to put our bottles in the community kitchen to freeze for the next day in our ice chest. Management was extremely friendly and even brought us some ice cubes! The property is walkable to the small shops in town and we saw several restaurants. The property appears older and shares room for RVs and campers though that was no issue. We highly recommend this property!

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Emma

20 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed with our two children. Could do with some new curtains and shower curtain as they had signs of mould. The carpet also looked dirty. Staff were friendly and a good quiet location.

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Rosalind

14 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This property was spotless. The brekky room very well supplied and cook yourself was great. Rooms big and well furnished. Owners very friendly and we were shown to our room and explained things. They also offer free glow worm tour at night if interested. Great little spot

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Aalap

18 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Wonderful place to stay in Fox Glacier. Room very thoughtfully appointed with all traveler needs. Clean comfortable room, breakfast included in my stay was great. They also offered free glow worm tours!

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Tiffany

12 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We loved the friendly guy in reception, he was very helpful. We didn't like the cleanliness of the room, found lots of places that weren't clean. An area in the bathroom next to the bath still had a lot of hair and fluff like it hadn't been cleaned in awhile.

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Simon

24 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The apartment was just ok and not terribly clean. Probably better options in Franz Josey with the same access to the attractions around the glacier. Fox glacier was great for walking and sight seeing. would just stay elsewhere if I visit again.

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Rooms

Rustic wooden cabins feel cozy, many rooms are spacious or well appointed, some with spa baths and mountain views, and the setting is quiet. Downsides mentioned include dated or compact units, weak Wi-Fi, heating or skylight issues, and occasional amenity gaps.

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Yoav

30 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very comfortable, lovely all wood decor. Lovely glow worm walk led by the staff. Very nice jacuzzi.

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Dirk

22 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A good place to stop in fox glacier , spacious room and good facilities.

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ANJA

20 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a very basic accommodation, small rooms without any amenities. Breakfast is included if you get there in time to get the coffee.

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David

3 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean. Bedding a bit uncomfortable. Found it hard to get warm. Had to turn airconditioner off as it blew its stream of air right onto bed. Generally a bit dated. Continental breakfast fine, but note that said if we did not clean up sufficiently we would be charged, did not go down well.

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Michelle

22 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The cabin feel with high ceilings, two levels, wood interior and fabulous jacuzzi bath with a kitchen was wonderful.

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Erica

21 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good service and ammenities. Skylight in the second bedroom made it difficult to sleep as there wasn’t a blind. Pillows were plentiful but all were the same size and quite big, we prefer a flat pillow so didn’t have a great sleep.

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Sharon

4 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great room with all the amenities we needed. Close to glaciers and dining.

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Ruth

13 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This place is past its use by date bathroom needs updating and the bedding please put something more modern not grandmas bed

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David

19 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The timber look rooms we stayed in were awesome and the view of the mountains from our room was incredible. Such a lovely town and a short walk to the pub for dinner.

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Edward

12 Dec 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Our room was spacious and clean and came with a beautiful view of the mountains. The owners are wonderful and willing to help in any way possible. We loved this place and hope to return someday.

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Service

Staff are widely praised as friendly, helpful and proactive, often leading a free glow-worm walk and offering local tips; late check-in support also noted. A few guests reported lapses such as indifferent reception, extra charges, or missed servicing.

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Crystal

8 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very helpful staff, comfortable room, clean

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Cheryl

5 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We stayed at the Fox Glacier Lodge for two evenings. The staff at the lodge were amazing. They went above and beyond to answer any of our questions about the town. At night time, they offered a free walk to see the glow worms which was just around the corner from the lodge.

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Manas

14 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

It was four bed room apartment booked through Wotif for 2 adults and 2 kids. However, they have charged extra for my kids. We didn't asked for a single extra things.

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Sharon

8 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We were very comfortable in Room 6. We were especially impressed with the new manager who was super friendly and hosted a free night walk to the nearby Forrest to see glow worms. We thought it was a lovely addition and really enjoyed it. Good breakfast supplies, perfect shower pressure and good heat pump. Fantastic dinner recommendation of Betsy Jane’s was a triumph. Overall we thought it was a great place to stay.

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Zhengxu

10 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, beautiful cabin. Arrived late in a rainy night. Staff get room ready with clear instructions.

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Stephen

21 Feb 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great breakfast. Our room was not serviced. When we asked the receptionist (and she could eventually understand what we were asking) she was not interested, said it has been missed. Didn’t offer to make up the room or even apologise. However the man who did the glow worm tour and fixed our TV was excellent and couldn’t have been more helpful

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Michael

30 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The Fox Glacier Lodge was an amazing place to stay. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, the rooms were nicely presented and the bonus glow worm tour was a great value add. I can highly recommend staying here.

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Andrea

4 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

What a wonderful place to stay nestled in the tropical rainforests and mountains. Our room was extremely clean and had everything we would need. The owners were fabulous. We checked in after hours and they went out of their way to accommodate us! Loved the short distance to the glowworm forest and good dinning.

10

Scott

28 Jan 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very friendly staff, moved his car so motorbikes could be put undercover. Room beautiful and great breakfast. Would highly recommend

10

BIKRAM

21 Jan 2023

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Excellent property.... very very different..... owner was really helpfull.... highky recommended.....

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Location

Quiet, central spot within easy walking distance of shops and dining, and a short drive to glacier activities and helicopter tours; some rooms have mountain views. A few noted the small town has limited dining hours.

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John

3 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Our stay was very comfortable quiet and helpful staff with easy checking and parking

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Alejandro

21 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very close to Fox Glacier helicopter tour experiences. The lodge also offered a guided glo worm walk through the Minnehaha walkway, a good way to meet other travellers. Property has private cabins, shared fascilities and easy access for campervans. Very quiet and relaxed atmosphere.

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Mark

22 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice lodge, very clean, central location

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Alexandra

28 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful wooden lodges on the outskirts of the town. Friendly reception staff. Lodge was clean, spacious and had everything that you needed. Walkable distance for dining options. Good choice. Near petrol station. Close to Lake Matheson.

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Megan

31 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Loved the room! It was very clean and comfortable, within walking distance of the shops, cafes, and restaurants. Felt very at-home here!

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Philippa

21 Dec 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean lodge, easy parking, basic kitchen but shared kitchen available next to lodge. We chose to make breakfast and packed lunches and the ate out in the evening. Intermittent WiFi but acceptable. Nice and warm and convenient location for a couple of nights. Quiet location close to the main Street, Cook and Saddle and Betty Jackson’s excellent for evening meal with teens. Added bonus was the glow worm tour from the lodge, very enjoyable.

10

Sharon

4 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great room with all the amenities we needed. Close to glaciers and dining.

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Kim

10 Mar 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The owner was very accommodating & friendly. Great location.

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David

19 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The timber look rooms we stayed in were awesome and the view of the mountains from our room was incredible. Such a lovely town and a short walk to the pub for dinner.

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lee

27 Apr 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Our chalet was very comfortable, and cosy. It was quiet, but central to the cafes and supermarket in the main street. A beautiful breakfast was included, and the kitchenette was great. The chalet was clean, with parking at the door.

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Dining

Breakfast is generally self-serve with supplies provided (often via a shared kitchen or in-room), described as simple but sufficient by many and great by some. Several disliked washing their own dishes or noted limited options and crowding at peak times.

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Cheryl

30 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Adequate accommodation close to Fox Glacier. It was a little tired looking, could do with a refurb. Breakfast included in a shared kitchen area. Convenient Parking outside of room

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Britta

15 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed one night, room was reasonably clean, staff was super friendly. Breakfast is included, very basic but enough to start the day. The bread on the table appeared to be homemade and was very good. Small kitchen area for everyone trying to cook breakfast at the same time but doable. All in all a good experience.

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Michael W.

4 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Das sehr schöne, ganz aus Holz gebaute Haus, das unser Apartment umfasste, machte selbst im Frühjahr Lust auf Winterurlaub. Alles wirkte sehr großzügig und gastfreundlich. Im Schlafbereich steht ein Holzofen. Es gibt viele Ablagemöglichkeiten und das große Bett ist sehr bequem. Das Badezimmer ist zweckmäßig und verfügt neben einer (kleinen) Dusche über einen Whirlpool. Der Küchenbereich wir durch einen schönen großen Tisch vom übrigen Raum optisch abgetrennt. Alle Zutaten für ein ordentliches Frühstück am nächsten Tag befanden sich schon bei Anreise im Kühlschrank. Eine gute Regelung. Von allem reichlich, ebenso wie Kaffee und Tee. Es war sehr sauber und ruhig. Die Mitarbeitenden waren sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit. Schön wäre es gewesen, wenn das Geschirr am Abreisetag vom room-Service gereinigt worden wäre, anstatt gleich mit Geldstrafe zu drohen. Man hätte die Gewissheit, dass auch alles ordentlich gereinigt ist. Es hat uns in diesem Hotel aber insgesamt sehr gut gefallen.

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Kevin

27 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We had the “lodge” room, breakfast in room included. Very cozy and picturesque. Quiet. Convenient to the small town of Fox Glacier. Staff helped with excursion reservations.

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Fred

21 Jan 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room, quiet, nice breakfast options

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ANJA

20 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a very basic accommodation, small rooms without any amenities. Breakfast is included if you get there in time to get the coffee.

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David

3 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean. Bedding a bit uncomfortable. Found it hard to get warm. Had to turn airconditioner off as it blew its stream of air right onto bed. Generally a bit dated. Continental breakfast fine, but note that said if we did not clean up sufficiently we would be charged, did not go down well.

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Rosalind

14 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This property was spotless. The brekky room very well supplied and cook yourself was great. Rooms big and well furnished. Owners very friendly and we were shown to our room and explained things. They also offer free glow worm tour at night if interested. Great little spot

10

Aalap

18 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Wonderful place to stay in Fox Glacier. Room very thoughtfully appointed with all traveler needs. Clean comfortable room, breakfast included in my stay was great. They also offered free glow worm tours!

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CYNTHIA

4 Dec 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was a nice size. Bed was comfortable; I appreciated the extra comforters and a good room heater for the cold temperatures. I was surprised that we had to make our own breakfast and wash our dishes; that was a new experience for a place that advertised "breakfast included," but it worked OK.

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