Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

4.0 star property
Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Lake Matheson

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Front of property
Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (with extra beds) | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, desk, laptop workspace
Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (unit) | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Front of property

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Room service
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Room options

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Studio, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • 15 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dining table
  • 103 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Executive Studio

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dining table
  • 30 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (with shower)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dining table
  • 103 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (with shower)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dining table
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (unit)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
  • 136 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View, Garden Area

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dining table
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (with extra beds)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dining table
  • 112 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Queen Beds

Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View, Garden Area

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dining table
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Standard Studio, Mountain View (Studio with shower)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dining table
  • 29 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
209 Cook Flat Road, Fox Glacier, 7859

What's nearby

  • Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Lake Matheson - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Peak Viewpoint - 14 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 21 min drive - 17.0 miles
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 21 min drive - 17.2 miles

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 114 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Matheson Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cook Saddle Cafe & Saloon - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Betsey Jane Eatery & Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪White Pub Cafe and Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Neve - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

Upscale motel near Lake Matheson
Located close to Fox Glacier, Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier provides a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking
  • An off-leash area, smoke-free premises, and helicopter/airplane tours
  • A vending machine and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms at Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like free WiFi and dining tables.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Private yards, wardrobes/closets, and kitchens

Languages

Czech, English, Italian

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Helicopter/airplane tours

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • High chair
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily until 6:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier located?

Situated near the beach, this motel is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Lake Matheson and within 20 mi (32 km) of Sentinel Rock and Alex Knob.

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Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 215 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 67 out of 215 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 215 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 215 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 215 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Our stay was quiet, comfortable and cozy. Our host was really friendly and made us feel welcome.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Really enjoyed this spot, the host (including the dogs) were lovely. Great price, great place, amazing views, Matthew (our host) was a great guy who treated us well. Overall, we highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10

Lovely property, friendly staff, large clean family unit
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

nice motor lodge
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

The place was clean, tidy, and well-equipped with all the necessary amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10

Nice overall facility. A little far from main town if walking.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Great location , central to everything. Highly recommend to do the Helicopter ride to the glacier. it was an awesome experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Easy check-in, friendly staff. Thank you for the luggage rack. Great views of Mount Cook and Mount Tasman.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Very nice place. Friendly and accommodating staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10

Comfortable short stay motel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Right next to views of the glacier, would recommend as a place to stop along your journey
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10

Very friendly owner comfy bed & bright white sheets & towels
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10

Spacious room and tiolet, good mobile room heater. Bed abit too soft. Nice friendly host.

10/10

Room was large, quiet and included a kitchen to cook dinner or breakfast. We got food at town grocery store to cook for both meals. Connor at check in was friendly and provided lots of info. Fox Glacier is a small quiet town. We enjoyed staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Really friendly welcoming staff with plenty of local knowledge. Clean tidy accommodation with plenty of space and well equipped kitchen for cooking basic meals. Spacious and comfortable rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Excellent value. Ideal for overnight stay for viewing Fox Glacier only 5 mins drive down the road Several eateries within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Fantastic view of Mt Tasman and Aoraki. Well equiped motel studio and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Great place to stay near Fox glacier.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10

Everything was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Great service and good facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10

Old and tired, but only option in Fox that was dog friendly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

quiet beautifully located place. love the friendly staff and owners.

10/10

The staff were great, the room was spacious and had everything we needed

10/10

Beautiful views of th mountains, clean and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10

A further 150 m out of town than all the other properties but far better with better views and magnificent staff. Everything was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024