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The Westhaven Motel

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

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Front of property
Garden
Exclusive Studio, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Executive King Studio | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Comfort Triple Studio | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Comfort Triple Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Exclusive Studio, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Exclusive Studio, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Accessible King studio | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Accessible King studio

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive King Studio | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Executive King Studio

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Exclusive Superior King Studio | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Exclusive Superior King Studio

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Two Queen Studio

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Accessible King Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

King Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Super King Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Triple Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
29 Main Road, State Highway 6, Fox Glacier, 7859

What's nearby

  • Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Lake Matheson - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Our Lady of the Alps - 17 min drive - 24.4 km
  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 18 min drive - 24.8 km
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 19 min drive - 25.2 km

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 144 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Matheson Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cook Saddle Cafe & Saloon - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Betsey Jane Eatery & Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪White Pub Cafe and Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Neve - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Westhaven Motel

Eco-certified motel in the mountains
The Westhaven Motel provides amenities like a terrace and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, RV/bus/truck parking, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A computer station, tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at The Westhaven Motel feature comforts such as bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with digital channels and DVD players
  • Patios, kitchenettes, and refrigerators

Awards and affiliations

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

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

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

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Westhaven Fox Glacier
Westhaven Motel
Westhaven Motel Fox Glacier
The Westhaven Motel Motel
The Westhaven Motel Fox Glacier
The Westhaven Motel Motel Fox Glacier

Frequently asked questions

Is The Westhaven Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Westhaven Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Westhaven Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Westhaven Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is The Westhaven Motel located?

Situated in a national park, this eco-certified motel is within a 5-minute walk of Te Wahipounamu and Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest. Lake Matheson and Lake Gault are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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The Westhaven Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 220 out of 514 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 203 out of 514 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 514 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 514 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 514 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10

Conveniently located, clean, front door parking, food options nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10

Nice spot, good value
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10

Right in town
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10

Property was great and our room was spotless and very comfortable. Staff was super friendly and gave us great info on the area. Would book here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

A convenient motel with all the facilities we needed for self-catering in the centre of Fox Glacier and an easy drive to all the major tourist attractions. We were only there one night but would have been happy to use as a base for a longer stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10

Very nice large room. Especially enjoyed to garden sitting area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Lovely size room .. extra touch having a fan as being so used to air con on the other hotels/motel was good having a fan. Lovely location too .
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Good location, large comfortable room with a microwave and electric pan.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

The bed was extremely comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Great place for an overnight and early morning start.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Just what we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10

Television not working (none in any of the units were)
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Lovely place to stay, had everything we needed and so close to places for dinner

8/10

Great place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10

Good value for money, conveniently located.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

4/10

Floors filthy. Bathroom was not clean. Shower curtain had not been cleaned or replaced in a very long time. Towels were stained with dirt. I would not recommend this motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

Friendly staff, great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

6/10

The property was comfortable, staff happy to help when asked. Shower water was a problem, either boiling or cold
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10

The Westhaven Motel was clean and comfortable. Easy walk to restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10

Very quiet, clean, comfortable Motel handy to everything
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

6/10

I didnt like the "kitchenette". Very, very difficult to cook in - small (little tiny counter). You should count on sandwiches, eating out or ordering in.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Very well maintained large rooms friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10

Conveniently located and the staff is friendly and knowledgeable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

6/10

Bad wifi and the residential properties around the motel had their dogs barking all night. Room was not cleaned as thoroughly as it should've been. Good location for sleeping after hiking though.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10

Please, change your shower heads !!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024