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Lake Matheson Motel

4.0 star property
4-star eco-certified motel near Lake Matheson

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Lake Matheson Motel

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BBQ/picnic area
Exterior
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen ( 2 King beds) | Private kitchen
Comfort Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | Private spa tub

Overview of Lake Matheson Motel

Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

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  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Cnr Cook Flat Road & Pekanga Drive, Fox Glacier, 7886
  • Popular LocationFox Glacier Glow Worm Forest9 min walk
  • Popular LocationLake Matheson5 min drive
  • Popular LocationGlacier Hot Pools18 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Queen and Twin)

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

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

  • 56 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Comfort Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchen (King Bed)

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchen (King Bed)

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

  • 26 sq m
  • 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)

  • 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

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Fox Glacier

In Fox Glacier .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Fox Glacier motel, you'll find Lake Matheson and Lake Gault. Fox Glacier and Gillespies Beach are also in the region.
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What's nearby

  • Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest - 9 min walk
  • Lake Matheson - 5 min drive
  • Peak Viewpoint - 13 min drive
  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 18 min drive
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 145 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Lake Matheson Motel

4-star eco-certified motel near Lake Matheson
Lake Matheson Motel offers its guests tour/ticket assistance, barbecue grills, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. The eco-certified Lake Matheson Motel also features a picnic area, laundry facilities, and express check-out. Free self parking is available.
  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
Lake Matheson Motel offers 21 accommodations with hair dryers. Accommodations at this 4-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

This Fox Glacier motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 40-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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

Family friendly

  • Kitchenette
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

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

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

Entertainment

  • 40-inch Smart TV
  • Premium channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Yard

Food and drink

  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

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 3 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 staff will greet guests on arrival
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

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out fee: NZD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

Qualmark® assigns an official star rating for accommodations in New Zealand. This Motel property is rated 4 stars.
Official New Zealand Rating provided by Qualmark®

Property is also known as

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Lake Matheson Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 206 out of 375 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 132 out of 375 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 375 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 375 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 375 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is based in a great safe and quiet location. In addition, there is an impressive restaurant and bar just up the road. I thoroughly recommend staying at the Lake Matheson Motel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan and Lynda

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Prabhati

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

10/10 Excellent

Armaan

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

6/10 Okay

Ricky, Hoover

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Not bad.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Kim

Travelled with group
Average
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023