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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 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.

1. Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

Fox Glacier

Raine

$51 nightly

$59 total

Oct 8 - Oct 9

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

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

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

2. Lake Matheson Motel

Fox Glacier

Joe

$55 nightly

$63 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

3. Sunset Motel

Fox Glacier

Timothy

$58 nightly

$67 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

Total with taxes and fees

A bathroom with a shower, a sink, a mirror, and a window.

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

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.

4. Rainforest Motel

Fox Glacier

"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

$38 nightly

$44 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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 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.

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

5. Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier

Fox Glacier

Scott

$57 nightly

$66 total

Oct 10 - Oct 11

Total with taxes and fees

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

A compact kitchen with a microwave, kettle, and stainless steel refrigerator.

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.

6. The Westhaven Motel

Fox Glacier

Jennifer

$48 nightly

$55 total

Oct 8 - Oct 9

Total with taxes and fees

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

A building with a balcony overlooking a sunset.

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

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

7. Scenic Hotel Te Weheka

Fox Glacier

Jacobus

$204 nightly

$237 total

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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

A wooden cabin with a corrugated metal roof, surrounded by dense ferns and trees.

8. Fox Glacier Lodge

Fox Glacier

Alison Walter

$78 nightly

$89 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Total with taxes and fees

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

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.

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

9. High Peaks Hotel

Fox Glacier

Andrew

$60 nightly

$70 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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 with a sign reading "Glacier Country Heartland Hotels."

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

10. Heartland Hotel Glacier Country

Fox Glacier

Marina

$134 nightly

$154 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

Total with taxes and fees

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

11. Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels

Fox Glacier

graeme

$28 nightly

$32 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

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

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

12. The Church at FOX

Fox Glacier

Stefanie

$232 nightly

$268 total

Oct 21 - Oct 22

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

A room with a bed, a nightstand, and a window.

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

13. Misty Peaks Guesthouse

Fox Glacier

Anonymous traveler

$230 nightly

$268 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Total with taxes and fees

14. Fox Glacier Jade Hotel

Fox Glacier

Matthew

$88 nightly

$101 total

Oct 9 - Oct 10

Total with taxes and fees

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

A wooden porch with a bicycle leaning against the wall.

A wooden table in a natural setting with mountains in the background.

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

15. Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook

Mount Cook

Annabelle

$196 nightly

$230 total

Oct 9 - Oct 10

Total with taxes and fees

A resort with multiple cabins, a palm tree, and mountains in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a nightstand, a mirror, and an air conditioning unit.

A paved road leading to a house surrounded by lush greenery and a mountain in the background.

A modern room with two armchairs, a small table, a fireplace, and a framed picture on the wall.

16. Franz Josef Oasis

Franz Josef Glacier

Allison

$89 nightly

$105 total

Oct 21 - Oct 22

Total with taxes and fees

A restaurant with a mountain view, featuring wooden tables and chairs, and large windows.

A restaurant with a mountain view, featuring purple chairs and round tables.

A modern interior with a sofa and chairs facing large windows with a mountain view.

A modern hotel with multiple buildings, large windows, and snow-covered surroundings.

17. The Hermitage Hotel Mount Cook

Mount Cook

Natasha

$225 nightly

$259 total

Oct 21 - Oct 22

Total with taxes and fees

A bedroom with a large window, a bed with a blue throw, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, kettle, and a small refrigerator. There is a sink with a faucet, and a cabinet with drawers. A dark door is visible on the right side.

A modern room with a large window, a black leather sofa, a white table with chairs, and a grey armchair.

A row of cabins with solar panels, set against a mountainous backdrop.

18. Aoraki Court Motel

Mount Cook

David

$347 nightly

$402 total

Oct 24 - Oct 25

Total with taxes and fees

A spacious living area with multiple sofas and a wooden coffee table, a kitchen with a dining area, and a large window providing natural light.

A patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of snow-capped mountains.

A spacious wooden cabin with a large dining area, kitchen, and seating area.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a wooden coffee table with wine glasses and a bottle, and a stack of firewood.

19. Westwood Lodge

Franz Josef Glacier

mabel

$262 nightly

$301 total

Oct 9 - Oct 10

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.

20. Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier

Fox Glacier

Lorenz

$155 nightly

$180 total

Nov 6 - Nov 7

Total with taxes and fees

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Top Karangarua Hotel Reviews

Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef

10/10 Excellent

"The room is large, clean. There are many shops nearby."

Sunset Motel

8/10 Good

"Clean room and bathroom great views"

Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

10/10 Excellent

"Location to Fox Glacier. The young man who checked us in was a delightful. He gave us info about the area that we were unaware of. Room clean. Amenities were great. Views unbelievable!"

Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge

8/10 Good

"Excellent location to explore Cook Mtn. and surrounding area. Clean room. Excellent staff. Kitchen was spotless and the guests really took care of it. We thoroughly enjoyed the deck looking out to the mountains. Would recommend to anyone."

The Terrace

8/10 Good

"Staff friendly enough however when we went to ask some more information questions the office was closed, even though their office hours indicated they would be open! Room comfortable, warm & quiet. Handy to walk anywhere in town. A nice stay"

Rainforest Retreat

10/10 Excellent

"This place is stunning. The treehouse 2 BR cabin is amazing, with beautiful furnishings and everything you need. The hot tub on a cold spring night was a treat. Beautiful trees & foliage surround each cabin, so you feel like you're in a private, secluded spot."

Franz Josef Oasis

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely wonderful hotel. Rooms are large and clean. Bathroom has a large whirlpool tub and shower. Has a separate heater. Toiletries are provided. Main bedroom is huge. Has a sitting area with a table. Has a large gas fireplace. A very good breakfast is provided. Room are a fridge and a coffee/ tea making area, Conveniently located close to town and glacier. Staff are friendly, polite and helpful. Highest recommendation"

Punga Grove

10/10 Excellent

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

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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Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels

Kerrs Road Fox Glacier

$28 nightly

$32 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Total with taxes and fees

8.4/10 Very Good! (413 reviews)

Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

9 Cron St Franz Josef Glacier West Coast

$44 nightly

$50 total

Oct 20 - Oct 21

Total with taxes and fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (175 reviews)

Fox Glacier Jade Hotel

39 Sullivan Rd Fox Glacier

$88 nightly

$101 total

Oct 9 - Oct 10

Total with taxes and fees

4/10 (44 reviews)

Mt Cook Lodge & Motels

Bowen Drive Mount Cook

$159 nightly

$184 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Total with taxes and fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (121 reviews)

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Kahere 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 $32 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. Lake Matheson Motel

3. Sunset Motel

4. Rainforest Motel

5. Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier

6. The Westhaven Motel

7. Scenic Hotel Te Weheka

8. Fox Glacier Lodge

9. High Peaks Hotel

10. Heartland Hotel Glacier Country

11. Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels

12. The Church at FOX

13. Misty Peaks Guesthouse

14. Fox Glacier Jade Hotel

15. Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook

16. Franz Josef Oasis

17. The Hermitage Hotel Mount Cook

18. Aoraki Court Motel

19. Westwood Lodge

20. Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier

Top Karangarua Hotel Reviews

Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef

Sunset Motel

Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge

The Terrace

Rainforest Retreat

Franz Josef Oasis

Punga Grove

Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

More cheap stays in Karangarua

Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels

Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

Fox Glacier Jade Hotel

Mt Cook Lodge & Motels

Chateau Backpacker & Motels

Kahere Retreat

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