Hotels in FRANZ JOSEF, NZ
Rainforest Retreat
Smoke-freeFamily friendly
About this property
Located in Franz Josef Glacier, Rainforest Retreat is minutes from Glacier Hot Pools and Westcoast Wildlife Centre. This caravan park/campground is within close proximity of Our Lady of the Alps and St James Anglican Church.
Property Location
Make yourself at home in one of the 50 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided.
Rooms
Dip into one of the 2 spa tubs or enjoy other recreational amenities, which include a sauna. Additional amenities at this caravan park/campground include complimentary wireless Internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area.
Amenities
Enjoy a satisfying meal at a restaurant serving guests of Rainforest Retreat. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at a bar/lounge.
Dining
Featured amenities include a computer station, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.
Business, Other Amenities
Popular facilities
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- Check-in
- From 15:00
- Check-out
- Until 10:00
- Pets
- Allowed
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Luggage storage
- Available
- Languages
- German, English
- Smoking
- Smoke-free
- Children
- Family friendly
- Room types
- 4
Room Information
Rooms
1 / 4 Deluxe Double room with balcony
- 2 guests
- full double bed
- Private bathroom
- air-conditioning
- balcony
- bathrobe
- hairdryer
- heating
- microwave
- private-bathroom
- safe
- slippers
- tea
- tea-or-coffee
- toiletries
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1 / 6 Standard Double room
- 2 guests
- full double bed
- Private bathroom
- blackout-blinds
- fridge
- hairdryer
- heating
- private-bathroom
- shower
- tea-or-coffee
- toiletries
- towels
- tv
- wi-fi
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1 / 6 Cottage
- Private bathroom
- air-conditioning
- coffee
- desk
- dining-area
- dishwasher
- fridge
- hairdryer
- heating
- iron
- microwave
- private-bathroom
- shower
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1 / 6 Deluxe room
- Private bathroom
- air-conditioning
- blackout-blinds
- coffee
- fridge
- hairdryer
- heating
- iron
- private-bathroom
- safe
- shower
- slippers
- telephone
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Guest reviews
Recent reviews shared by hotel guests
Guest Rating
9.2/10
Excellent Featured review
kieran W.
8/10
It’s a cute spot where you feel tucked into the bush with Kea nearby, but you’re still very close to town. We enjoyed our two days and ended up extending our stay. We’d read some poor reviews about the laundry price and shower queues, but didn’t run into either issue and were pleasantly surprised. A few kitchen hobs didn’t seem to work, and we had some trouble with the outdoor elements. The shower beside the spa, for rinsing off, only seemed to run warm. That was nice, but could be a health hazard unless we were using it wrong. The bar, spa, and sauna on site were great. We’d absolutely stay again.
r T.
10/10
The room was good for the price, and everything was clean. There’s a very large kitchen and a laundromat open 24/7 where you can pay by card. The community room isn’t the best, but otherwise it’s very good. Definitely recommend.
Nadine P.
10/10
The grounds at Rainforest retreat are beautifully maintained, with lovely landscaping among the native bush and walkways through it. We stayed in a deluxe one-bedroom spa tree house, and the room was spotless, beautiful, and had everything we needed, including a very comfortable bed. After a hike one day, the private spa was especially nice, looking out over the bush while Tui and Kereru swooped around above us. Monsoon restaurant and bar had a great food selection. We enjoyed the pizzas and a glass of wine while watching others play pool. Franz Josef is a great little town, with plenty of activities to keep all ages busy. I can’t recommend the stay enough.
Lucía M.
8/10
It was very quiet, with parking on site and just a two-minute walk to the shops, bars and conservation centre. There are several types of accommodation, from lodges and a backpackers hostel to luxury cabins, and we enjoyed spending an evening there. Reception was friendly and explained everything. The hot tub and sauna were closed for maintenance, and they looked quite small for the number of people around anyway.
Daniel W.
10/10
We’d happily come back. Our rooms had plenty of space and were very comfortable, tucked among the rainforest. The staff were lovely and even left a key for us so we could check in late. A great base for our trip.
Amenities
Everything available at this property
65 Facilities
General Services
35 available- Computer
- Air conditioning
- Smoke Free Property
- Heating
- Ticket assistance
- Garden
- Terrace
- All Spaces Non Smoking (Public And Private)
- Outdoor furniture
- Reception desk
- Laundry
- Safe Deposit Box
- Luggage storage
- Tour assistance
- Barbecue grill(s)
- Picnic area
- Barbeque
- Family/Kid Friendly
- Extra decontamination measures
- Contactless Check In And/Or Check Out
- lodge
- Check In Hour
- Check Out Hour
- Laundry service
- Fireplace
- Hotel safe
- Lift access
- Luggage room
- BBQ facilities
- Highchairs
- Game room
- Pub
- Hot tub
- Special dietary options
- Non Smoking Establishment
Accessibility
2 available- Accessibility features
- Wheelchair Accessible
Internet
2 available- Free Wi Fi
- Wi Fi
Parking
2 available- Parking
- Car park
Meals
6 available- Bar
- Common kitchen
- Restaurant
- Kitchen
- À la carte dinner
- Vegetarian meal
Business Services
1 available- Conference Hall
Recreation & Wellness
5 available- Spa tub
- Massage
- Sauna
- Spa
- Spa centre
Children
3 available- Playroom
- Children's playground
- Children playground
Pets
3 available- Pets allowed
- Small pets allowed (under 5 kg)
- Large pets allowed (over 5 kg)
Room Amenities
4 available- Non Smoking Rooms
- Family room
- Towels and bed linen
- TV lounge
Languages
2 available- German
- English
What's nearby
Explore attractions, restaurants and transport around the hotel
29 places nearby
Closest Bus Franz Josef
348 m 4 min walk
Top attraction nearbyFranz Josef Glacier Guides
130 m 2 min walk
Dining nearby 8 Restaurants
31 m 1 min walk
Attractions
20- Franz Josef Glacier Guides130 m 2 min walk
- West Coast Wildlife Centre238 m 3 min walk
- Franz Josef Wilderness Tours281 m 4 min walk
- Callery Gorge Walk286 m 4 min walk
- Franz Josef Cinema300 m 4 min walk
Restaurants
8- Monsoon Bar & Restaurant31 m 1 min walk
- King tiger franz josef173 m 2 min walk
- King Tiger Eastern Eating House & Bar178 m 2 min walk
- South Westland Salmon257 m 3 min walk
- Across The Road Cafe Franz282 m 4 min walk
Transit
1- Franz JosefBus348 m 4 min walk
Stay rules
Important conditions for your stay
Check-in15:00 – 21:00Front desk timing
Check-out10:00Departure timing