Offering accommodation with free WiFi, satellite TV and lovely mountain views, Rainforest Motel is 5 minutes’ drive from Lake Matheson. Guests can enjoy the gardens overlooking Mount Fox.
All apartments have a kitchenette or kitchen with a microwave and refrigerator. Each heated apartment includes electric blankets and a seating area with a TV.
There are a range of cafes within a 5-minute walk from the property. Rainforest Motel is 30 minutes’ drive from Gillespies Beach. Hokitika is a 2-hour drive away.
The tour desk can book helicopter flights and guided walking tours. The motel also offers a guest laundry and luggage storage facilities. Free parking is available on site.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
“Perfect for a short stay, up to date comfortable furniture, spotlessly clean, owners were friendly and a quiet location.”
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James
United Kingdom
“Superb facilities at a very good location and with extremely helpful and professional staff”
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Lynn
United Kingdom
“Nice enough studio apartment. Close to a few eating options.”
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Meir
Israel
“The apartment was spacious and very nice decorated.
The location was great.
The owner was very helpful.”
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Ian
Australia
“The location, staff and quality of accommodation was excellent… we felt ithe accommodation was more like a Lodge than a motel.”
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Louisa
United Kingdom
“Location was great
Exceeded expectations- nice modern furnishings, milk provided, nice tea and coffee selection
Really clean and they even serviced room as was there 2 nights”
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Elkia
Australia
“Good location for various walks and helicopter tours. Fully functional kitchen was very useful. Quiet.”
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Teresa
United Kingdom
“Nice spacious room, good beds, good kitchen facilities. Location good for lake Mathewson (5 minute drive)”
Don
New Zealand
“Location was first rate, handy to town and a first class restaurant practically next door. Friendly people.”
Raymond
Australia
“Great location. Apartment was well appointed and clean. Staff was friendly and helpful. Nice eateries around”
Property surroundings
House rules
Rainforest Motel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
Cash
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Please inform Rainforest Motel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
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