Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Lake Matheson - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
Peak Viewpoint - 14 min drive - 9.4 km
Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 18 min drive - 23.8 km
Glacier Hot Pools - 18 min drive - 24.2 km
Getting around
Hokitika (HKK) - 146 min drive
Restaurants
Matheson Cafe - 6 min drive
Cook Saddle Cafe & Saloon - 3 min walk
Betsey Jane Eatery & Bar - 7 min walk
White Pub Cafe and Bar - 3 min walk
Cafe Neve - 3 min walk
About this property
Fox Glacier Lodge
Fox Glacier Lodge is a great choice for a stay in Fox Glacier. Free self parking is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English
At a glance
Hotel size
11 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowshoeing nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
4 buildings/towers
Garden
Picnic area
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of NZD 25 (subject to availability)
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 percent
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
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.
Also known as
Fox Glacier Lodge
Fox Glacier Lodge Guesthouse
Fox Glacier Lodge Fox Glacier
Fox Glacier Lodge Guesthouse Fox Glacier
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Fox Glacier Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Fox Glacier Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Fox Glacier Lodge?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of NZD 25 (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Fox Glacier Lodge and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, and return when the snow melts for hiking. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Fox Glacier Lodge like?
Fox Glacier Lodge is located a short 3-minute walk from Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest.
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 18, 2024
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!
Aalap
Aalap, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 3, 2024
Gives free glow worm walk
We are surprised they give a free walk to see glow worms in a nearby park. Really nice to see the glow worms. The room is clean and comfortable. We just wish the wifi is a bit stronger for connection.
Soon Heng
Soon Heng, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 30, 2024
Great stay
Great two night stay at Fox Glacier Lodge, the Glowworm tour was an unexpected bonus
Nigel
Nigel, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 21, 2024
2 nights in Fox Glacier
It was an amazing experience to stay in a wooden cabin. There were adequate facilities including a fully equipped kitchenette. The staff is friendly and they also offer a Glowworm spotting walking tour at 7 pm.
Overall, very good experience and would recommend in Fox Glacier area.
Nitin
Nitin, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 12, 2024
We loved the friendly guy in reception, he was very helpful.
We didn't like the cleanliness of the room, found lots of places that weren't clean. An area in the bathroom next to the bath still had a lot of hair and fluff like it hadn't been cleaned in awhile.
Tiffany
Tiffany, 1-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2024
The ambiance created by the Lodge truly captured my Fox Glacier mountain experience. As a female Solo traveller I found it warm, friendly, and loved the shared kitchen with every whim catered for. Lovely to interact with fellow travellers and also retire to my own space/balcony for privacy.
Carol
Carol, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 14, 2024
Nice Hotel in Fox Glassier which it is near Franz Josef Glacier (FJG). Hotel located on the road and great value. It is about 30 minutes from FJG but ok. Independent units with a chalet style with all you might need.
horacio
horacio, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jun 8, 2024
room really well presented liked very much
only negative was spa bath water temp too cold, had to fill up with hot jug to get spa water temp up so you could just relax after a big travel day.
beside that great room
Rich
Rich, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
May 23, 2024
Glow worm tour offered
Penelope
Penelope, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 27, 2024
Our chalet was very comfortable, and cosy.
It was quiet, but central to the cafes and supermarket in the main street.
A beautiful breakfast was included, and the kitchenette was great.
The chalet was clean, with parking at the door.
lee
lee, 2-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very Good
Apr 24, 2024
There is kitchen for people to make meals themselves
Haidong
Haidong, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Mar 15, 2024
We stayed one night, room was reasonably clean, staff was super friendly. Breakfast is included, very basic but enough to start the day. The bread on the table appeared to be homemade and was very good. Small kitchen area for everyone trying to cook breakfast at the same time but doable. All in all a good experience.
Britta
Britta, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 4, 2024
What a wonderful place to stay nestled in the tropical rainforests and mountains. Our room was extremely clean and had everything we would need. The owners were fabulous. We checked in after hours and they went out of their way to accommodate us! Loved the short distance to the glowworm forest and good dinning.
Andrea
Andrea, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 19, 2024
Well Stocked
Our room had a beautiful bathtub and a well-stocked kitchen. This was one of our favorite lodges. We would happily stay there again. The glowworm tour was a wonderful extra.
Barry
Barry, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 18, 2024
Great people running the place
Mary
Mary, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Feb 16, 2024
Great base from which to explore Glacier Country. Clean, comfortable, and efficient. Nice amenities and unique breakfast service.
Richard
Richard, 1-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
8/10 Very Good
Feb 6, 2024
Very nice chalet style accommodation with comfortable loft sleeping and living area below. No electrical outlets in the bathroom was a bit unusual though.
David
David, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Jan 31, 2024
Right by the highway with walking distance to restaurants
Florrie
Florrie, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 29, 2024
mark
mark, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Jan 25, 2024
Although the pictures of the property online were quite attractive the actual property was lacking in appeal. The room carpeting was dirty and looked like it hadn’t been replaced in too many years to even guess. The room had a musty smell and anyone with allergies or breathing issues (me) would have issues. The handrails were covered with metal which was slippery, impossible to grip and was either HOT or cold and dangerous to anyone who required a rail to hold going up the stairs. Rating this property with a 2 would be generous.
Diane
Diane, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 21, 2024
Very close to Fox Glacier helicopter tour experiences. The lodge also offered a guided glo worm walk through the Minnehaha walkway, a good way to meet other travellers.
Property has private cabins, shared fascilities and easy access for campervans. Very quiet and relaxed atmosphere.
Alejandro
Alejandro, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jan 8, 2024
Compact room, hostel-style kitchen breakfast
We had a compact room and were therefore offered the use of a small room opposite for our luggage, which we didn't need. Everything in the room was clean but the carpet was worn. The location was quiet. Kettle and breakfast were in a communal kitchen which was more hostel-style than hotel. Adequate food was laid out in the morning, which we helped ourselves to. It was off-putting that people were expected to do their own washing up, and we saw people just rinsing things minimally under the tap rather than washing them properly.
Ross
Ross, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 7, 2024
Marios
Marios, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 27, 2023
Leon
Leon, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 27, 2023
Will definitely stay again.
Really wish we could have stayed here longer. Definitely would return. Room was gorgeous and breakfast amazing. Walking distance to glowworms was an added bonus.