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Sunset Motel

3.0 star property
Eco-certified motel in Fox Glacier with free parking

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Interior
TV, DVD player
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | View from room
Executive Studio (Twin)
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$95
includes taxes & fees
20 June - 21 June

Room options

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Terrace/patio

Standard Studio

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premier Studio, Mountain View (Spa)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
In-room safe
  • 24 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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TV, DVD player

Executive Studio (Triple)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
In-room safe
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Studio (Double)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
In-room safe
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Executive Studio (Twin)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
In-room safe
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | View from room

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 40 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Map
93 Cook Flat Road, Fox Glacier, 7859

What's nearby

  • Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Lake Matheson - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Peak Viewpoint - 15 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 20 min drive - 26.2 km
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 20 min drive - 26.6 km

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 146 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Matheson Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cook Saddle Cafe & Saloon - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Betsey Jane Eatery & Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪White Pub Cafe and Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Neve - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Sunset Motel

Eco-certified motel
You can look forward to a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities at Sunset Motel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • A front desk safe, smoke-free property and tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews give good marks for the overall condition
Room features
All guestrooms at Sunset Motel offer comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Kitchens with fridges
  • TVs with DVD players
  • Balconies, electric kettles and heating

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

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  • Parking included
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 15.50 for adults and NZD 15 for children

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 15.50 for adults and from NZD 15.00 for children

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
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Sunset Fox Glacier
Sunset Motel Fox Glacier
Sunset Motel Motel
Sunset Hotel Fox Glacier
Sunset Motel Fox Glacier
Sunset Motel Motel Fox Glacier

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunset Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sunset Motel?

As of 14 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunset Motel on 20 June 2025 start from AU$94.82, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Sunset Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Sunset Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunset Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Sunset Motel located?

Situated in Fox Glacier, this eco-certified motel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest and Te Wahipounamu. Lake Matheson and Lake Gault are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Sunset Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 145 out of 323 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 128 out of 323 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 323 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 323 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 323 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

The room was very comfortable and nice and clean, the view was gorgeous from our back door.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Loved it for a family. Will definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

Friendly welcome. Comfortable clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Very accessible and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

Comfortable and convenient with great views and good food and drinks within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

It was a nice place to stop over for passing through.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Location perfect to suit our needs - and a view of Mt Cook to "cap" it off...
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Great views of the glacier & mountains.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Good views Well appointed
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Very close to Fox Glacier and lake. Friendly staff and nice facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Quiet location with lovely room. Big glass wall looking to the mountains. Very clean and well appointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

Good proximity to the glacier services
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10

Out the back door of my room I could see Mount Cook
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Excellent spot clean, quiet and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

Lovely place and great views.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10

Superb hosts and friendly vibe
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10

Had a good time at the Motel. WiFi was shaky and had to ask at the reception to improve the connectivity. Motel was clean and beds were comfortable. Close to dining options and market.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Great experience in Fox Glacier. Accommodation suited our needs perfectly. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

very nice and clean aparrment .
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10

Great location….great room….the weather let us down but we did see the mountains for a little bit, if the weather was good it would provide the best views.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10

Lovely views, quiet and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10

Excellent value
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

The view from the backyard in clear day sky is why I kept coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10

Good place for the price
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

The location mainly
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024