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Rainforest Retreat

4.0 star property
Enjoy 2 hot tubs at this 4-star Franz Josef Glacier holiday park

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Deluxe Tree Lodge
Balcony
TV
Lounge
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
46 Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier, 7886
  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Waiho Hot Tubs
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Glacier Hot Pools
    ‪3 min walk‬

Room options

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Deluxe Tree Lodge

Deluxe Tree Lodge

  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Shared 6-Bed Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Deluxe Tree Hut

Deluxe Tree Hut

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Bed in 4 - Bed Flash - Packer Dorm (Ensuite)

Bed in 4 - Bed Flash - Packer Dorm (Ensuite)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Rainforest Tree House

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Two Bedroom Spa Tree House

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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Studio

Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Gecko House

Gecko House

  • Sleeps 12
  • 7 Twin Beds

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Gecko Cottage | Private kitchen

Gecko Cottage

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Kamahi Tree House

Kamahi Tree House

  • Sleeps 8
  • 6 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe One Bedroom Spa Tree House

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Sole Use of Budget Ensuite Room w/ Bunk

Sole Use of Budget Ensuite Room w/ Bunk

  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Tree Lodge

Tree Lodge

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Budget Double/Twin Room

Budget Double/Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Flash - Packer Double Room (Ensuite)

Flash - Packer Double Room (Ensuite)

  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Tree Hut

Tree Hut

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the area

Franz Josef Glacier

In Franz Josef Glacier .You'll be steps from Westcoast Wildlife Centre and a 5-minute walk from Waiho Hot Tubs. Glacier Hot Pools and Te Wahipounamu are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Our Lady of the Alps - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • St James Anglican Church - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 117 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Snakebite - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Monsoon Restaurant at Rainforest - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Full of Beans - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Landing Restaurant & Bar - Franz Josef - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Alice May - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Rainforest Retreat

Enjoy 2 hot tubs at this 4-star Franz Josef Glacier holiday park
Rainforest Retreat offers its guests 2 hot tubs and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Rainforest Retreat. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Franz Josef Glacier holiday park is smoke free.

  • 87 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Rainforest Retreat offers 87 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, German

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Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

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  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
4.1 out of 5, Very good, 619 reviews
The price is CA $132
CA $151 total
includes taxes & fees
May 1 - May 2
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • Playground
  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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 are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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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Rainforest Retreat Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 519 out of 937 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 275 out of 937 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 937 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 937 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 937 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good value - if you don’t mind a bit of noise
Our room had everything we needed - beds, small kitchenette and decent shower. The laundry facilities that accepted credit card were a huge bonus. The only problem was the noise - you can hear everything around you. Yes it was a busy period… but worth calling it out. Otherwise, good value for money in Franz.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz, Darfield

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So many options for your stay here. Restaurant has fabulous food & the staff are super friendly & professional.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Teck Siong

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beti

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The employees of the property were outstanding. Parry you're a gem. Helping out when my car wouldn't start. The property is clean and comfortable and close to all amenities. I would definitely recommend the Rainforest Retreat. Thank you guys.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Part resort, part dorm
We splashed out on this relative to the rest of our trip and we're disappointed. No real benefit over a cheaper motel. Nothing to really complain about but didn't feel we got any extra value. The hotel seems to have several wings with "upscale" rooms, regular rooms, dorms and campervan sites. A big mix. Dinner in particular at the restaurant was disappointing.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Luxury stay
A fabulous stay. Ended up upgrading to deluxe spa villa on arrival. Excellent amenities. Very modern. On site restaurant great food and service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at the Rainforest Retreat in Franz Josef Glacier, New Zealand, was a truly memorable experience. The rooms are nestled in the heart of the rainforest, offering a refreshing breath of fresh air and a unique, tranquil environment. The woody cabin rooms were impeccably clean and well-maintained, providing all the basic amenities needed for a comfortable stay. The proximity to nature, combined with the cozy atmosphere, made for an unforgettable getaway. I highly recommend this retreat to anyone looking to relax and reconnect with nature in a stunning setting.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we stayed in the delux two bedroom Spa Treehouse. it was expensive but really worth it. is beautifully appointed and beautifully designed. we didnt have great weather so it was a lovely place to hang out. highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Farbod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
These accommodations is real dog friendly, they helped us a lot with a dog
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Bill

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really neat place with cool restaurant & bar, great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverley

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little location, the hot tub was closed when I was there so didn’t get to use it, but other than that everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mohanan, Cupertino

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very close to downtown & all the glacier tours & heli rides
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wow!!!! What a beautiful accommodation!!!! It felt like you really were in a rainforest with all the lush plants and trees around. Our unit was a bit small, but very, very nice. We did not have a freezer in our small refrigerator, but Reception gladly froze our ice packs for us. It’s an accommodation not to be missed!!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Steve

Travelled with partner
Great location and nicely appointed rooms although a little small
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not easy to find room and parking was a walk to the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Leanne

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a beautiful room with views out to the deck and forest. Fantastic setting. Lovely staff. Only marked down slightly on facilities because spa wasn’t working. Ate in Monsoon both nights which was good food reasonably priced
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

erik

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful accommodation which was very convienient to the local shops and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Graham

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
friendly staff, accessible to restaurants. Accommodation average
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jarrod

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