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 barbecue grills
Tour/ticket assistance
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Lake Matheson Motel include comforts such as free WiFi and room service.
Other amenities include:
Kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils
40-inch Smart TVs with streaming services and premium channels
Private yards, electric kettles, and heating
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Room service available
Family friendly
Kitchenette
Laundry facilities
Microwave
Refrigerator
Guest services
Daily housekeeping
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Tour/ticket assistance
Outdoors
BBQ grill(s)
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.
This property does not have elevators
Stair-free path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bed sheets
Heating
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Towels
Entertainment
40-inch Smart TV
Premium channels
Satellite channels
Streaming services
Food and drink
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Electric kettle
Kitchenette
Microwave
Refrigerator
Outdoor space
Yard
More
Guidebooks/recommendations
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
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 percent 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
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Late check-out fee: NZD 50 (subject to availability)
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
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-authorize 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 elevators
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
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Lake Matheson Fox Glacier
Lake Matheson Hotel Fox Glacier
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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 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?
Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out 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
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 208 out of 380 reviews" "
10 - Excellent
208
Rating 8 - Good. 135 out of 380 reviews" "
8 - Good
135
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 380 reviews" "
6 - Okay
31
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 380 reviews" "
4 - Poor
6
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 380 reviews" "
2 - Terrible
0
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
19 July 2024
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
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
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.
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.
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!
Kathryn
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
6/10 Okay
Sharon, Sydney
25 February 2024
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.
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.
Carmel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
8/10 Good
patrice
Traveled with partner
28 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We arrived late and instructions for room were taped to door. Basic and clean room.