Rainforest Retreat

4.0 star property
Enjoy 2 hot tubs at this 4-star Franz Josef Glacier holiday park

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Deluxe Tree Lodge
TV
Deluxe Tree Hut
Tree Hut
Lounge

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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46 Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier, 7886
  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Glacier Hot Pools
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Waiho Hot Tubs
    ‪3 min walk‬

Room options

Deluxe Tree Lodge

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Bed in Shared 6-Bed Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Deluxe Tree Hut

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Bed in 4 - Bed Flash - Packer Dorm (Ensuite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Rainforest Tree House

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

Deluxe Two Bedroom Spa Tree House

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

Studio

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Gecko House

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 12
  • 7 Twin Beds

Gecko Cottage

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Kamahi Tree House

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 6 Twin Beds

Deluxe One Bedroom Spa Tree House

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Sole Use of Budget Ensuite Room w/ Bunk

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Tree Lodge

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Budget Double/Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Flash - Packer Double Room (Ensuite)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Tree Hut

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the area

Franz Josef Glacier

In Franz Josef Glacier .You'll be steps from Westcoast Wildlife Centre and a 5-minute walk from Waiho Hot Tubs. Glacier Hot Pools and Te Wahipounamu are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Our Lady of the Alps - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • St James Anglican Church - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 117 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Full Of Beans Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Landing Bar & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪SnakeBite Brewery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Alice May - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Monsoon Bar - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Rainforest Retreat

Enjoy 2 hot tubs at this 4-star Franz Josef Glacier holiday park
Rainforest Retreat offers its guests 2 hot tubs and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Rainforest Retreat. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Franz Josef Glacier holiday park is smoke free.

  • 87 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Rainforest Retreat offers 87 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • Playground
  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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 are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

National rating

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