Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Lake Matheson - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
Peak Viewpoint - 6 min drive - 7.0 km
Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 19 min drive - 25.7 km
Glacier Hot Pools - 20 min drive - 26.0 km
Getting around
Hokitika (HKK) - 114 min drive
Restaurants
Matheson Cafe - 3 min drive
Cook Saddle Cafe & Saloon - 2 min drive
Betsey Jane Eatery & Bar - 2 min drive
White Pub Cafe and Bar - 2 min drive
Cafe Neve - 2 min drive
About this property
Mt Cook View Motel
When visiting Fox Glacier, Mt Cook View Motel is a great choice to consider. Freebies such as WiFi and self-parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails and cross-country skiing. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include fridges and microwaves.
Languages
Czech, English, Italian
At a glance
Hotel size
12 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily until 6:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets stay for free
Service animals welcome
Off-lead area available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
Room service (limited hours)
What to do
Helicopter/aeroplane tours
Beach access
Bike rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Cross-country skiing nearby
Skydiving nearby
Ice skating nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Selected Comfort mattress
What to enjoy
Balcony or patio
Garden
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall shower heads
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
Kitchen
Stovetop
Rice cooker
Toaster
Cookware, dishes and utensils
Dining table
High chair
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Also known as
Mt Cook View Motel Fox Glacier
Mt Cook View Motel
Mt Cook View Fox Glacier
Mt Cook View
Mt Cook View Motel Motel
Mt Cook View Motel Fox Glacier
Mt Cook View Motel Motel Fox Glacier
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Mt Cook View Motel?
Yes, pets stay free. Dog exercise areas are available.
Is parking offered on site at Mt Cook View Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Mt Cook View Motel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Mt Cook View Motel and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation such as ice skating and cross-country skiing, and return when the snow melts for cycling and hiking. Additional recreation on-site includes helicopter/aeroplane tours. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area and a garden.
Does Mt Cook View Motel have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a coffee maker, a toaster and a rice cooker.
Does Mt Cook View Motel have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony or patio and a garden.
Mt Cook View Motel Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
15 Dec 2024
Good rest spot to continue travel up/down coast
Right next to views of the glacier, would recommend as a place to stop along your journey
Lukas
Lukas, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
10 Dec 2024
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 Nov 2024
Great stay at Fox Glacier
Booked Mt Cook View Motel and due to road closures from adverse weather meant we couldn't make the booked date. Spoke to Matthew at the Motel who was very helpful and provided updates to road closures. We managed to move the booking to a later date and arrived to find a very helpful Matthew and well appointed accommodation. Matt pointed out some key activities to make the most of our stay which we followed and which provided some good memories of our stay at Fox Glacier including some awesome views of the glacier. Matt also booked us for a heli flight but unfortunately the weather the next morning wasn't that helpful. With Matt’s help, we had a great stay at Mt Cook View Motel and Fox Glacier including a great meal at Betsey Jane’s.
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 Nov 2024
Excellent value. Ideal for overnight stay for viewing Fox Glacier only 5 mins drive down the road
Several eateries within walking distance.
Carol
Carol, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 Oct 2024
Cozy and clean.
We arrived quite late, so although the office was closed there was a notice with my name on it with instructions on how to access the room. The room was clean and comfortable. A cozy spot to rest for the night. Would be a comfortable stay if we were here longer.
Adrianna
Adrianna, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 Oct 2024
Really nice motel, the nicest bathroom I came across in 8 different rooms.
Incredibly good value.
Friendly dog concierge, and Scottish owner was incredibly helpful regarding viewing locations of local attractions.
Highly recommended.
James
James, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 Sep 2024
Verified traveller
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 Jul 2024
Room.with a view
Great Place.for.me and my Dog to.stay and Work..perfecto....
Karlene
Karlene, 3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
21 Mar 2024
Haunted room
Kelly Moo Kean
Kelly Moo Kean, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 Mar 2024
Actually does have a Cook view!
Randall H
Randall H, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 Feb 2024
richard
richard, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
18 Feb 2024
i think the hotel in this area are all relatively old but only staying for a night is fine. the bathroom is very new while the bedroom is relatively old. the only supermarket / store close quite early so we buy some basic stuff to cook in our room. the location is very convenient for our next day heli hike.
Wing Fung
Wing Fung, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 Jan 2024
Comfortable motel near Fox Glacier
Room was comfortable with plenty of space for three of us. View of Mt Cook could be seen from the front, but had better going down the road to reflection island. The location is a little further out of town, so we did need to drive 5 minutes for dinner. But the place was comfortable, and would stay their again if in the neighbor hood. Plenty of activites to explore.
Frederick
Frederick, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
15 Jan 2024
Very clean, spacious rooms
Jordan
Jordan, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 Jan 2024
the view
MARTHA
MARTHA, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
8 Jan 2024
Great location and nice outlook
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 Jan 2024
Such a fabulous location with a view to Mt Cook and Mt Tasman and the other smaller snomy mountains. Very spacious place with some unique features like a dial with a pin for the shower
Senthil
Senthil, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
3 Jan 2024
We only booked it because the Expedia listing showed a seasonal pool open 9am-7pm. Imagine our surprise when there was no pool. False advertising should not be tolerated by your company. Shame on the property owners for not caring what we were expecting or even trying to do anything to. Rectify
Patricia
Patricia, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
3 Jan 2024
The place is ok. It feels clean. It may be the farthest motel from town with a little more than a mile. It provides basic bathroom stuff, a towel per person and shampoo. It did not have body washer and other amenities.
Wen
Wen, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 Dec 2023
Great location for accessing New Zealand Fox Glacier. Spacious room with complete amenities. Good value.
Chengda
Chengda, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 Nov 2023
cydney
cydney, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 Oct 2023
Amazing view and facilities
disha
disha, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
20 Oct 2023
The only thing that let the property down was the lounge . Very uncomfortable needs replacing.
David
David, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
23 Jul 2023
The great part about this property is its location, far from the hustle and bustle and in a very quiet area where once can blend with nature and see the terrific night sky. The rooms were large, beds and pillows comfortable and the heating worked well.
However, there was no one on call either at the office nor on phone which needs to be corrected. Some items in the bathroom and room were non functional.