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Lake Matheson Motel

4.0 star property
Enjoy the tranquil surroundings while staying connected. The perfect blend of relaxation and convenience awaits.

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Near Lake Gault, Lake Matheson Motel offers a serene retreat with a garden and barbecue grills. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, take advantage of luggage storage, and enjoy express check-out. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is P4,996
P5,745 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 20 - Feb 21

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

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Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Fan
Hair dryer
  • 56 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchen (King Bed)

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  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio, Non Smoking

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Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen ( 2 King beds)

Highlights

Yard
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Fan
Hair dryer
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Yard
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Cnr Cook Flat Road & Pekanga Drive, Fox Glacier, 7886

What's nearby

  • Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest - 9 min walk
  • Lake Matheson - 5 min drive
  • Peak Viewpoint - 13 min drive
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 18 min drive
  • Gillespies Beach - 35 min drive

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, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Lake Matheson Motel offer amenities such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • 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

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • 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.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

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
Lake Matheson Motel
Lake Matheson Fox Glacier
Lake Matheson Hotel Fox Glacier
Lake Matheson Motel Motel
Lake Matheson Motel Fox Glacier
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 does it cost to stay at Lake Matheson Motel?

As of Feb 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake Matheson Motel on Feb 20, 2025 start from P 4,995.84, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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

Rating 10 - Excellent. 211 out of 390 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 139 out of 390 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 390 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 390 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 390 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kayleigh

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Batul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was nice.view from our room was superb
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Johnny

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Lina

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Loved the tub and kitchen. Bed was comfy. Only complaint would be the slow wifi.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Carl

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
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice and close to town , value for money
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy, Ipswich

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideally situated for access to Fox Glacier. Well presented accommodation with all we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacky

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property, clean and convenient. Good standard of decor.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was very pleasant and got to see Mt Cook and Fox Glacier.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Edward

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value for an overnight stay. No screens on doors or windows means a stuffy room as biting insects will invade otherwise.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Brady

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Lake Matheson a short drive away.
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff . Good basic hotel . Super close to lake matheson , fox glacier view, & Minehaha gloworms
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay. Clean, quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A good place to stop and enjoy the beauty of Fox Glacier. Great restaurant to eat at literally a short wander up the road
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant staff. Clean and tidy accommodation. In walking distance to pub and restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable and convenient for viewing glaciers.
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!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Sharon, Sydney

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.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

jose, Waterville

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable. Tight parking.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024