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

A grassy area with a white fence and chain-link barrier, a building with a sloped roof, and a mountainous backdrop.

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.

1. Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

Fox Glacier

Raine

$52 nightly

$60 total

Sep 24 - Sep 25

Total with taxes and fees

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

A modern building with a parking lot, outdoor seating area, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

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.

2. Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier

Fox Glacier

Scott

$50 nightly

$59 total

Sep 24 - Sep 25

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

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.

3. Fox Glacier Lodge

Fox Glacier

Maria

$76 nightly

$87 total

Sep 24 - Sep 25

Total with taxes and fees

A mountain landscape with a cabin in the foreground.

A living room with two sofas, a TV, and a large window offering a mountain view.

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

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

4. Rainforest Motel

Fox Glacier

Siew

$54 nightly

$62 total

Sep 26 - Sep 27

Total with taxes and fees

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.

A building with a gravel driveway and a lawn, surrounded by trees and mountains in the background.

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

5. High Peaks Hotel

Fox Glacier

Andrew

$50 nightly

$57 total

Sep 24 - Sep 25

Total with taxes and fees

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

A room with a large window offering a view of mountains and greenery.

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

Fox Glacier

Timothy

$63 nightly

$72 total

Sep 24 - Sep 25

Total with taxes and fees

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

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a toilet, a sink, and a window.

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.

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

7. Heartland Hotel Glacier Country

Fox Glacier

Marina

$67 nightly

$78 total

Sep 24 - Sep 25

Total with taxes and fees

A couple in a hot tub with a mountain view.

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

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

8. Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels

Fox Glacier

vicki

$25 nightly

$29 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

9. The Westhaven Motel

Fox Glacier

Alison

$58 nightly

$68 total

Oct 23 - Oct 24

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

A dining area with tables set for four, large windows offering a view of the outdoors, and a framed picture on the wall.

A building with a balcony overlooking a sunset.

10. Scenic Hotel Te Weheka

Fox Glacier

Jacobus

$118 nightly

$137 total

Sep 26 - Sep 27

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

A grassy outdoor area with a large rock, a red fence, and a variety of plants and flowers.

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

11. Lake Matheson Motel

Fox Glacier

Joe

$111 nightly

$128 total

Oct 9 - Oct 10

Total with taxes and fees

A house with a red roof, a covered porch, and a view of mountains in the background.

A tranquil lake reflecting a forest and snow-capped mountains.

A room with a view of a garden through a window.

A cozy room with a globe on a table, a lamp, and a couch with a cushion.

12. Misty Peaks Guesthouse

Fox Glacier

Anonymous traveler

$248 nightly

$287 total

Oct 2 - Oct 3

Total with taxes and fees

A wooden bench outside a building with a view of a road and mountains.

A room with a large window offering a view of a mountainous landscape and a palm tree.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a table with a remote control, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, two chairs, a TV, and a window with curtains.

13. Alpine Glacier Motel

Franz Josef Glacier

Neal

$61 nightly

$71 total

Oct 23 - Oct 24

Total with taxes and fees

A wooden cabin room with a bed, a desk, and a mirror.

A compact room with a wooden wall, a small desk with a chair, a hanging coat rack, and a television mounted on the wall.

A mural of birds and flowers on a wall with a geometric pattern and a wooden floor.

A wooden porch with a bicycle leaning against the wall.

14. Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook

Mount Cook

Annabelle

$184 nightly

$212 total

Oct 15 - Oct 16

Total with taxes and fees

A modern living room with two black leather sofas, a coffee table, and a large window with a view of greenery.

A hotel room with two beds, large windows, and a view of a building outside.

A lodge with a red roof and a covered patio area, surrounded by a parking lot and picnic tables, with snow-capped mountains in the background.

A well-maintained garden with neatly trimmed bushes and a paved pathway leading to a building with a red roof.

15. Franz Josef Top 10 Holiday Park

Franz Josef Glacier

Darren

$59 nightly

$68 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

Total with taxes and fees

A modern kitchen with a large TV, a coffee machine, and a plant.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a dining area.

A modern bathroom with a double sink, a towel rack, a hairdryer, and a neon sign.

A room with a large window offering a view of a mountainous landscape and a red building.

16. Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

Franz Josef Glacier

Kelvin

$45 nightly

$51 total

Oct 6 - Oct 7

Total with taxes and fees

A covered porch with white railings, hanging flower baskets, and outdoor seating.

A two-story building with a red roof, multiple windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A bar area with a pool table, bar counter with bottles, and a chalkboard menu.

A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a desk, and a TV.

17. Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier

Fox Glacier

Lorenz

$151 nightly

$177 total

Oct 16 - Oct 17

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a TV, a fireplace, and a sliding glass door leading to a patio with outdoor furniture.

A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, stainless steel sink, and a compact refrigerator.

A modern kitchen with a dishwasher, sink, and dining area with chairs and a table.

A hotel room with a large bed, a leather sofa, a coffee table, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

18. Punga Grove

Franz Josef Glacier

David

$93 nightly

$109 total

Sep 24 - Sep 25

Total with taxes and fees

A covered outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, overlooking a mountainous landscape with greenery and a view of a snow-capped peak.

A dining area with a glass table and chairs, a sofa with a green pillow, and a view of a wooden fence through large windows.

A window with a view of a mountain range and a palm tree.

A row of two-story buildings with a gravel driveway, surrounded by tropical vegetation and palm trees.

19. 10 Cottages

Franz Josef Glacier

Melissa

$94 nightly

$109 total

Sep 24 - Sep 25

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

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

A cozy living room with a stone wall, wooden staircase, and a view of the outdoors.

20. The Church at FOX

Fox Glacier

Stefanie

$224 nightly

$261 total

Sep 24 - Sep 25

Total with taxes and fees

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Top Karangarua Hotel Reviews

Aoraki Court Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean rooms and assigned parking spot. Very pleasant stay."

Rainforest Motel

8/10 Good

"Beautiful place to stay. Good help and advise from the owner. Beware!!! everything in the town closes at 9:30pm not even pack of chips is available past that time. Hotel facilities are modest but clean and well kept. Gets a little cold but I am not used to cold so even a little bit cold seems much to me. Overall a modest place with modest pricing, views are a real bonus!!!"

Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge

8/10 Good

"No early check ins"

Alpine Glacier Motel

8/10 Good

"Was a nice simple motel with spacious rooms and good amenities."

Franz Alpine Retreat

10/10 Excellent

"The rooms were clean and had everything. TV a bit dated but, no one is here to watch TV. Except us on a tuff day."

Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

10/10 Excellent

"Very spacious. A kitchen with a stove, fridge, MW. It's a suite with living room divided by a sliding door. The owner is super nice that showed us great viewing sights and informed us the road closures more than 100 miles away. Highly recommended for shorter and longer trip."

Punga Grove

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect location, spacious clean rooms and good facilities. Friendly and helpful staff."

58 On Cron Motel

10/10 Excellent

"The kitchenette was well equipped and room was spacious for 2. Room was well maintained and clean. Staff was helpful and informative. Toilet has a warmer which is good for cold winter days."

Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

10/10 Excellent

"Helpful staff, clean room, clean and spacious kitchen.And FREE COFFEE + MUFFINS + SOUP. There was hardly anyone when we stayed here coz probably it was winter plus it was raining the whole week so we had the whole lounge and kitchen to our selves. They also have lots of games for everyone so you won’t feel bored"

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$25 nightly

$29 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

Total with taxes and fees

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$30 nightly

$35 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

Total with taxes and fees

Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

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$45 nightly

$51 total

Oct 6 - Oct 7

Total with taxes and fees

9/10 Wonderful! (174 reviews)

Fox Glacier Jade Hotel

39 Sullivan Rd Fox Glacier

$89 nightly

$103 total

Sep 24 - Sep 25

Total with taxes and fees

4/10 (44 reviews)

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8.8/10 Excellent! (121 reviews)

Ribbonwood Retreat

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Karangarua?

The best area to stay in Karangarua is the central village area, which offers the most convenient access to local attractions and amenities.This area is the primary hub for visitors, characterized by its proximity to the Karangarua River and the main road, State Highway 6. Accommodations here often provide scenic views of the surrounding mountains and native bush. It's a compact area, making it easy to reach local points of interest.For couples and solo travelers seeking a peaceful retreat with easy access to nature, staying in the central village is ideal. You'll find yourself close to walking tracks, opportunities for river activities, and the start of scenic drives deeper into the West Coast wilderness.

When is the best time to go to Karangarua?

The best time to go to Karangarua is during the summer months, from December to February, when the weather is warmest and most stable.During this period, you can expect average temperatures ranging from 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F). This warmer weather is ideal for outdoor activities like hiking the many trails in the Westland Tai Poutini National Park, fishing in the Karangarua River, or exploring the coastline. The longer daylight hours also allow for more time to enjoy the natural beauty of the region.Should you prefer cooler temperatures and fewer crowds, the shoulder seasons of spring (September to November) and autumn (March to May) also offer good conditions. You'll find temperatures ranging from 10°C to 20°C (50°F to 68°F), which are comfortable for exploring. These seasons can also offer excellent opportunities for photography due to the changing foliage and clearer skies.

Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?

You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Karangarua.

How much is the nightly rate at a Karangarua hotel?

Prices for hotels in Karangarua often vary, but you can find a great deal from $29 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for the cheapest rate.

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Our top choices for Karangarua hotels

1. Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

2. Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier

3. Fox Glacier Lodge

4. Rainforest Motel

5. High Peaks Hotel

6. Sunset Motel

7. Heartland Hotel Glacier Country

8. Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels

9. The Westhaven Motel

10. Scenic Hotel Te Weheka

11. Lake Matheson Motel

12. Misty Peaks Guesthouse

13. Alpine Glacier Motel

14. Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook

15. Franz Josef Top 10 Holiday Park

16. Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

17. Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier

18. Punga Grove

19. 10 Cottages

20. The Church at FOX

Top Karangarua Hotel Reviews

Aoraki Court Motel

Rainforest Motel

Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge

Alpine Glacier Motel

Franz Alpine Retreat

Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

Punga Grove

58 On Cron Motel

Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

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Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels

Chateau Backpacker & Motels

Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

Fox Glacier Jade Hotel

Mt Cook Lodge & Motels

Ribbonwood Retreat

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