The Westhaven Motel

3.0 star property
Eco-certified motel in Fox Glacier with free parking

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Reception
Exclusive Studio, 2 Queen Beds
Exclusive Studio, 2 Queen Beds | Mountain view
Executive King Studio | Private kitchenette

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 10 of 10 rooms

Comfort Triple Studio

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Exclusive Studio, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Accessible King studio

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive King Studio

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Exclusive Superior King Studio

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Two Queen Studio

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Accessible King Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Super King Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Triple Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
29 Main Road, State Highway 6, Fox Glacier, 7859

What's nearby

  • Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Lake Matheson - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Peak Viewpoint - 8 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 18 min drive - 23.9 km
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 18 min drive - 23.9 km

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 144 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Matheson Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cook Saddle Cafe & Saloon - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Betsey Jane Eatery & Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪White Pub Cafe and Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Neve - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Westhaven Motel

Eco-certified motel in the mountains
The Westhaven Motel provides amenities like a terrace and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, RV/bus/truck parking, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket assistance, and a computer station
Room features
All guestrooms at The Westhaven Motel feature comforts such as bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with digital channels and DVD players
  • Patios, kitchenettes, and refrigerators

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Westhaven Fox Glacier
Westhaven Motel
Westhaven Motel Fox Glacier
The Westhaven Motel Motel
The Westhaven Motel Fox Glacier
The Westhaven Motel Motel Fox Glacier

Frequently asked questions

Is The Westhaven Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Westhaven Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Westhaven Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Westhaven Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is The Westhaven Motel located?

Situated in a national park, this eco-certified motel is within a 5-minute walk of Te Wahipounamu and Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest. Lake Matheson and Lake Gault are also within 6 mi (10 km).

The Westhaven Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 210 out of 488 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 193 out of 488 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 488 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 488 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 488 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Yvonne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property was comfortable, staff happy to help when asked. Shower water was a problem, either boiling or cold
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyndal

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for an overnight and early morning start.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Nibin Cherian

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We accidentally got locked out of our camper and by 10 pm realized we were not getting back in until the morning. We booked online, walked to the hotel, they sent someone to get us checked in so we were able to sleep somewhere warm.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Gwendolyn R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

GRETCHEN, Palm City

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Having a microwave AND an electric skillet was a strong plus. Beds were comfortable and room dated but clean. The only negative was the shower which was wheelchair accessible. Because of the bathroom floor slope, certain positions of the detachable shower head could lead to water heading toward the door and not the drain. Given the warped wood at the bottom of the bathroom door, this problem occurs regularly. Check-in was fast and clerk courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Ken

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good value for money, conveniently located.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Westhaven Motel was clean and comfortable. Easy walk to restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Marie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay, had everything we needed and so close to places for dinner

8/10 Good

Debbie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We asked for better pillows as the pillows were flat as pancakes and there wasn’t a selection in the room, it seemed to be a hassle to the staff at the front desk when asked for better pillows, the room was clean and comfortable and well equipped
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

ben

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Plumbing issues. Signs stated that before drinking water needed to be boiled as there is virus and bacteria in the town water. Water smelt strange and effected the drinking and showering as well as pathetic water pressure. After speaking to a few of the locals and businesses it was confirmed it was only the motels plumbing rather than the whole town. No fresh drinking water was provided. Had trouble locking the sliding front door. Reception un manned most of the time. Towels provided were ripped and torn, Didnt feel overly clean, furniture needed updating as the couch was old and collapsed. Overall very underwhelming. Would not stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Emmanuel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hôtel tout à fait correct pour un court séjour de passage. Bien équipé. Peu d’interactions avec le personnel de l’hôtel, uniquement à la récupération des clés.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Jan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant thanks
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

BARBARA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the shower in the bath is difficult for older folk...maybe have only showers...get rid of the bath
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Steve

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had to park a long way from our room, which was inconvenient when we loaded up to leave in the rain and the facilities are bare minimum, so can not recommend if there are other options available.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clare and Garth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Robert

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Arrived late and staff had left key in our room for us to check in which was a bit odd but it was around 9:00 PM when we arrived. We discovered on arrival that there was a boil notice in effect so no water unless we boiled it and even then that is not an appealing option. No prior notice of the boil and no water left in room to help out people who are surprised and now have no way to get water. Rooms were large but a bit run down. We were in NZ for two weeks and this was our least favorite stay. We were safe and had a place to sleep. Best part was the silly Kea parrot that tried to follow us into our room. Those are some goofy birds.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Calvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hikes
Conveniently located and the staff is friendly and knowledgeable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Kerry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Basic, clean room. Very good value.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

MICHAEL

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Basic accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient for Fox Glacier
Convenient for Fox Glacier. Easy to find and parking in front of every unit. Had to boil water from tap before drinking. Beds ok. Ventilation poor. Was very hot in the room. No aircon. Lovely surrounding countryside. Neighbours’ noise very audible.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Qiwei

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Facility is old.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024