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Fox Glacier Lodge

4.0 star property
Travelers find a peaceful garden retreat near Fox Glacier, where they can fire up the barbecue after a day of cycling adventures in the stunning surroundings

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Fox Glacier Lodge offers a peaceful retreat with beautiful gardens near the glacier. Guests can use laundry facilities, connect to WiFi in common areas, rent bikes for local exploration, or cook outdoors at the BBQ grills. Staff are consistently praised for their helpfulness.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Twin Mezzanine Unit | Living area | TV

Twin Mezzanine Unit

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Jetted bathtub
Hair dryer
  • 39 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Studio, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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King Spa Chalet B&B | Free WiFi, bed sheets

King Spa Chalet B&B

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Jetted bathtub
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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B&B Lodge - Queen (Downstairs)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Jetted bathtub
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Queen Mezzanine Unit

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 39 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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B&B Lodge - Queen and Single (Downstairs)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

B&B Lodge - Queen (Upstairs)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 18 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
41 Sullivan Road, Fox Glacier, 7859

What's nearby

  • Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Lake Matheson - 6 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 15 min drive - 15.9 miles
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 15 min drive - 16.1 miles
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 15 min drive - 16.1 miles

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 146 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Matheson Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Betsey Jane - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Neve - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cook Saddle Cafe & Saloon - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Last Kitchen - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Fox Glacier Lodge

Upscale guesthouse near Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest
Located close to Lake Matheson and Fox Glacier, Fox Glacier Lodge provides a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, smoke-free premises, and barbecue grills
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Fox Glacier Lodge offer amenities such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 4 buildings
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

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Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 25

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: NZD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Fox Glacier Lodge
Fox Glacier Lodge Guesthouse
Fox Glacier Lodge Fox Glacier
Fox Glacier Lodge Guesthouse Fox Glacier

Frequently asked questions

Is Fox Glacier Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Fox Glacier Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Fox Glacier Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for NZD 25 (subject to availability).

Where is Fox Glacier Lodge located?

Situated in Fox Glacier, this guesthouse is steps from Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest and 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Lake Matheson. Our Lady of the Alps and Westcoast Wildlife Centre are also within 16 mi (25 km).

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Reviews

Fox Glacier Lodge Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 198 out of 342 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 102 out of 342 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 342 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 342 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 342 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Umaid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yoav

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable, lovely all wood decor. Lovely glow worm walk led by the staff. Very nice jacuzzi.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, chalets a nice change, rustic feel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet little place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Marc and Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Not quite what we expected from photos. Room was fine, but dated. Fireplace did not work. Cobwebs present throughout. We were expected to make our own breakfast and ensure all dishes were cleaned and put away or a cleaning charge would be placed on our account. That seemed odd to us and this was the only property that required this during our 3 weeks in New Zealand. We did appreciate the free glow worm tour and the location of the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for staying at Fox Glacier
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I think it's a nice enough place. It seemed more primitive with less heat. Combination motel and motorhome place. If it had been rated at an eight out of 10 I probably would have given it a higher rating.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was very comfortable quiet and helpful staff with easy checking and parking
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay to explore surrounding areas
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zhengxu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, beautiful cabin. Arrived late in a rainy night. Staff get room ready with clear instructions.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Nice lodge, very clean, central location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay was good, room was nice. Only downside was that there wasn’t a fridge but may have been an oversight on my end. Otherwise very cute and cozy cabin style lodging. Would go back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room with all the amenities we needed. Close to glaciers and dining.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good basic accommodation, nothing flash but perfectly ok.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, like staying in an alpine lodge.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Great two night stay at Fox Glacier Lodge, the Glowworm tour was an unexpected bonus
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Dirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convenient and good value

A good place to stop in fox glacier , spacious room and good facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aalap

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good parking outside cabin.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay!

Loved the room! It was very clean and comfortable, within walking distance of the shops, cafes, and restaurants. Felt very at-home here!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming lodge, shared kitchen with breakfast included. They offered a guided walk to see glow worms which was fabulous!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice facility, clean and staff was very friendly. The free glow worms tour was the highlight!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cosy and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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