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Rainforest Retreat

4.0 star property
Holiday park in Franz Josef Glacier with 2 hot tubs and sauna

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Deluxe Tree Lodge
TV
Lounge
Terrace/patio
Balcony

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

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Deluxe Tree Lodge

Deluxe Tree Lodge

Highlights

Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Shared 6-Bed Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Renovated in 2016
Blackout curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Deluxe Tree Hut

Deluxe Tree Hut

Highlights

Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 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)

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Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Rainforest Tree House | View from room

Rainforest Tree House

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
TV
Washer/dryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Two Bedroom Spa Tree House

Highlights

Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Jetted bath
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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Studio

Studio

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Gecko House

Gecko House

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
TV
  • Sleeps 12
  • 7 Single Beds

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Gecko Cottage | Private kitchen

Gecko Cottage

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Kamahi Tree House

Kamahi Tree House

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
TV
Washer/dryer
  • Sleeps 8
  • 6 Single Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe One Bedroom Spa Tree House

Highlights

Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Jetted bath
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 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

Highlights

Heating
TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Tree Lodge

Tree Lodge

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Budget Double/Twin Room

Budget Double/Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Flash - Packer Double Room (Ensuite)

Flash - Packer Double Room (Ensuite)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Tree Hut

Tree Hut

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Shared/communal kitchen
IPod dock
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed

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includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Map
46 Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier, 7886

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

Upscale holiday park
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden and a playground at Rainforest Retreat. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or 2 hot tubs, and indulge in a massage. The on-site restaurant, Monsoon, serves dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Motorhome/coach/lorry parking, a computer station and luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket information, smoke-free property and barbecues
Room features
All 87 rooms offer amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Communal kitchens, heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Monsoon

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • Playground
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

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

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV

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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

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 stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

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

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

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

Rainforest Retreat
Rainforest Retreat Hotel
Rainforest Retreat Hotel West Coast
Rainforest Retreat West Coast
Rainforest Retreat Motel Franz Josef Glacier
Rainforest Retreat Motel
Rainforest Retreat Franz Josef Glacier
Rainforest Retreat Campground Franz Josef Glacier
Rainforest Retreat Campground
Rainforest Retreat Holiday Park Franz Josef Glacier
Rainforest Retreat Holiday Park
Rainforest Retreat Holiday Park
Rainforest Retreat Franz Josef Glacier
Rainforest Retreat Holiday Park Franz Josef Glacier

Frequently asked questions

Is Rainforest Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Rainforest Retreat?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Rainforest Retreat?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Rainforest Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rainforest Retreat located?

Situated in Franz Josef Glacier, this holiday park is within a 5-minute walk of Westcoast Wildlife Centre, Waiho Hot Tubs and Glacier Hot Pools. Te Wahipounamu and Our Lady of the Alps are also within 10 minutes.

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Rainforest Retreat Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 517 out of 934 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 274 out of 934 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 934 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 934 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 934 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

8/10 Good

salma

Nice lodge type residence
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Bill

Really neat place with cool restaurant & bar, great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz

So many options for your stay here. Restaurant has fabulous food & the staff are super friendly & professional.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Farbod

These accommodations is real dog friendly, they helped us a lot with a dog
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

We loved staying in Nei Nei, what an amazing setting! It was very special. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Dave

Fantastic location with Kea flying around in the morning. A bit noisy from the backpackers but not late so no disturbance at night
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikhil

Beautiful property. Our room felt like we were near the canopy of the rain forest. Private and just natural - felt like glamping. The room was very comfortable and with modern amenities yet tucked in a rainforest. Would definitely recommend ( note: they have different levels of accommodations so please check).
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

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

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Beautiful accommodation which was very convienient to the local shops and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mohanan

very close to downtown & all the glacier tours & heli rides
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

We loved our stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Staff is very friendly....love,love,love the Nespresso maker in the room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverley

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

Nancy

We only stayed a short night. We messaged the property about swapping two separate spaces for one two bedroom with kitchenette and living room. They were extremely responsive via messaging and helpful and generous with our last minute request. The deck was covered and perfect to experience the rainforest in the rain. There is a walk down to a cool beach and if not pouring down rain the sunset would be great. We sincerely appreciated the customer care and support.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Second time I have stayed with my two children, great place to stay… Will be back again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandi

What a wonderful stay - beautiful setting and so peaceful!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

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

Beti

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

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

John

Pretty fabulous place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darryl

Excellent location, highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Narissa

I liked the set up of everything so close together. Loved the scenery too. Beautiful place to stay ✨️ Would definitely go back again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Graham

friendly staff, accessible to restaurants. Accommodation average
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

John

Lovely location close to town and restaurants and great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula

You must stay here
Friendly staff,warm clean room,great service, value for money,we will definitely be going back
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024