The Best Hotels Closest to Gillespies Beach in Westland Tai Poutini National Park for 2026

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A couple in a hot tub with a mountain view.

A compact kitchen with a built-in stove, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio.

A sign for Fox Glacier Top 10 Holiday Parks with a view of mountains and clouds.

A wooden-paneled room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a rolled towel on the bed.

1. Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels

16 km from Gillespies Beach

graeme

AED 99

AED 117 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A bedroom with a large window offering a view of snow-capped mountains and a fenced field.

A room with a large window offering a mountain view, a blue sofa, a small table, and a red ottoman.

A room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of mountains and trees.

A building with a stone facade and a metal roof, surrounded by a chain-link fence and a grassy area.

2. Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

14.6 km from Gillespies Beach

Raine

AED 187

AED 215 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel with a mountain backdrop, featuring a red-tiled roof and a sign indicating it is Bella Vista Hotel.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, sink, and small refrigerator. There is a dining area with two chairs and a table.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and a small refrigerator. There is a dining area with a chair and a table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

3. Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier

16.8 km from Gillespies Beach

Scott

AED 195

AED 227 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A mountain landscape with a cabin in the foreground.

A room with a large window offering a view of a mountainous landscape, a wooden table, and a chair.

A hotel room with a bed, a television on a wooden stand, and a large sliding glass door leading to a parking area.

A covered outdoor area with a view of mountains and a picnic table.

4. Rainforest Motel

16.5 km from Gillespies Beach

"Lovely stay in the Rainforest motel. Andy is a great host who made us feel very welcome. We sadly, were only there for one night, as we were passing through on our way to Queenstown, however if we are lucky enough to return to NZ we would definitely stay here for a few nights. The property is comfortable, clean and the unit we had was updated and had a great new bathroom / wet room. The whole motel complex has such a relaxed feel about it and we have no doubt recommending it as a great place to...

Ellen

AED 200

AED 230 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A covered outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a reception sign, and a view of mountains in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A compact living space with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a kitchenette.

A building with an 'OFFICE' sign, a wooden deck, and various plants.

5. Lake Matheson Motel

16.3 km from Gillespies Beach

Cindy

AED 254

AED 292 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A room with a glass table reflecting the view of mountains and greenery outside.

A modern building with large windows and a flat roof.

A view from a window with a table and chairs, overlooking snow-capped mountains and a clear sky.

A motel with a sign indicating no vacancy, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.

6. Sunset Motel

15.8 km from Gillespies Beach

Timothy

AED 208

AED 239 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A modern building with a stone facade, large windows, and a mountain backdrop.

A modern building with a flat roof and large windows, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and rocks.

A building with stone walls and large windows, a paved pathway, and outdoor seating.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a red chair, a glass table, and a wooden wardrobe.

7. The Westhaven Motel

16.7 km from Gillespies Beach

Jennifer

AED 179

AED 207 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A cozy wooden cabin room with a bed, a sofa, and a TV.

A wooden cabin with a large window overlooking a lush garden with various potted plants and a small house.

A wooden house with a staircase leading to the entrance, surrounded by lush greenery.

A wooden dining table with a woven placemat, two chairs, a basket of bread, a teapot, a cup, and a glass of water.

8. Fox Glacier Lodge

16.8 km from Gillespies Beach

Alison Walter

AED 255

AED 293 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A view of a mountainous landscape through large windows, with a seating area featuring a table and chairs.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a desk, a chair, a bed, and a TV.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, overlooking a mountainous landscape with snow-capped peaks.

A building with a modern design, surrounded by a garden with various flowers and a mountain backdrop.

9. High Peaks Hotel

15.1 km from Gillespies Beach

Andrew

AED 242

AED 280 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A stone house with a steep gabled roof, a small bell tower, and a well-lit entrance.

A cozy room with a stone wall, a cross-shaped window, and a sofa with cushions.

A cozy room with a bed, a wooden bench, and a stone wall.

A modern kitchen with a wooden ceiling, a stone wall, and a large window.

10. The Church at FOX

16.9 km from Gillespies Beach

Stefanie

AED 818

AED 950 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A person using binoculars on a balcony with stone pillars, overlooking palm trees and a sunset.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a scenic view.

A building with a balcony overlooking a sunset.

A stone balcony with a railing, overlooking a landscape with hills.

11. Scenic Hotel Te Weheka

16.8 km from Gillespies Beach

Jacobus

AED 791

AED 912 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A modern interior with a stone fireplace, wooden ceiling beams, and a bar area.

A building with a red roof and multiple windows, surrounded by lush greenery and a mountain in the background.

A hotel with a sign reading "Glacier Country Heartland Hotels."

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a bathroom with a sink and towel, and a view of the outside.

12. Heartland Hotel Glacier Country

16.8 km from Gillespies Beach

Marina

AED 570

AED 657 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

13. Fox Glacier Jade Hotel

16.9 km from Gillespies Beach

Matthew

AED 322

AED 370 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Gillespies Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels	8.4 Very good 415 reviews	View
Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier	9.2 Wonderful 320 reviews	View
Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier	8.8 Excellent 598 reviews	View
Rainforest Motel	9.2 Wonderful 342 reviews	View
Lake Matheson Motel	8.8 Excellent 452 reviews	View

Top Gillespies Beach Hotel Reviews

Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

10/10 Excellent

"Always love my stay at MtCook View Motel. We were warmly welcomed by the Owner as well as his lovely dogs. Our room was already lovely and warm and the beds were very comfortable. Just Mother Nature decided that we didn’t need to see the Alps this visit."

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was nice with many dining options within walking distance. The rooms provided good heating and was a comfortable stay."

Rainforest Motel

10/10 Excellent

Sunset Motel

8/10 Good

"Clean room and bathroom great views"

The Westhaven Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome location. Great value!"

Scenic Hotel Te Weheka

10/10 Excellent

"Great experience overall and amazingly helpful and friendly staff"

Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent"

Fox Glacier Lodge

8/10 Good

"The 2 bedroom family room was small and sparse but cozy. The heated beds were a plus and the lodge was easily walkable to the grocery store, a great cafe, and the Fox Glacier HeliTours office. The office had games and puzzles to loan for rainy days. Room was clean and beds were comfy"

High Peaks Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Loved it."

Other attractions near Gillespies Beach

Peak Viewpoint

9.4/10 (66 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Fox Glacier with a trip to Peak Viewpoint. Wander the lakeside or discover the stunning glacier views in this quaint area.

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Lake Matheson

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Matheson during your travels in Fox Glacier. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the stunning glacier views in this quaint area.

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Lake Matheson

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Matheson during your travels in Fox Glacier. Wander the lakeside or discover the stunning glacier views in this quaint area.

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Minnehaha Walk

You can take time to visit Minnehaha Walk during your travels to Fox Glacier. Wander the lakeside or discover the stunning glacier views in this quaint area.

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Fox Glacier South Side Walkway

You can take time to visit Fox Glacier South Side Walkway during your travels to Westland Tai Poutini National Park. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

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Fox Glacier Guiding

You can take time to visit Fox Glacier Guiding during your travels to Fox Glacier. Wander the lakeside or discover the stunning glacier views in this quaint area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Gillespies Beach?

Gillespies Beach is located in Westland Tai Poutini National Park. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, you might search for properties close to public transportation so it's easy to get around.

What's the best hotel to stay near Gillespies Beach?

High Peaks Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. You'll find it 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from Gillespies Beach. Other good choices in the area include Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier and Sunset Motel.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Gillespies Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near Gillespies Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Gillespies Beach?

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Our top choices for Gillespies Beach hotels

1. Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels

2. Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

3. Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier

4. Rainforest Motel

5. Lake Matheson Motel

6. Sunset Motel

7. The Westhaven Motel

8. Fox Glacier Lodge

9. High Peaks Hotel

10. The Church at FOX

11. Scenic Hotel Te Weheka

12. Heartland Hotel Glacier Country

13. Fox Glacier Jade Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to Gillespies Beach

Top Gillespies Beach Hotel Reviews

Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

Rainforest Motel

Sunset Motel

The Westhaven Motel

Scenic Hotel Te Weheka

Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels

Fox Glacier Lodge

High Peaks Hotel

Other attractions near Gillespies Beach

Peak Viewpoint

Lake Matheson

Lake Matheson

Minnehaha Walk

Fox Glacier South Side Walkway

Fox Glacier Guiding

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