Sunset Motel (Fox Glacier, New Zealand)

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Sunset Motel - Fox Glacier

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Overview

Mountain-view motel in Fox Glacier with full glass frontages to Mount Cook and Tasman

Rooms & Mountain Views

Sunset Motel has 25 ground-floor units with full glass frontages that offer unobstructed views of Mount Cook and the Southern Alps. Each unit includes a kitchenette with two hotplates, a microwave, and basic cooking equipment for self-catering. Some units have a spa bath, and all units provide outdoor furniture on a courtyard patio facing the mountains.

Location & Adventure

The motel is less than 1 km from Fox Glacier village, which hosts award-winning cafes, restaurants, and bars. The on-site team arranges scenic flights over the glaciers and guided glacier heli-hikes for guests. Nearby attractions include Lake Matheson, a 5-minute drive away, and Historic Gillespie's Beach.

Family & Accessibility

Sunset Motel Fox Glacier offers family-friendly accommodations that sleep up to 6 guests in two-bedroom units with a lounge area. Wheelchair access is available with accessible parking and facilities for disabled guests. Daily housekeeping, laundry services, and a concierge service support family stays.

Dining & Services

A continental breakfast is available on-site each morning, and the kitchenette allows guests to prepare meals in-room. This Fox Glacier motel offers room service, a shuttle service, and express check-in/check-out for convenience. Guests have access to free unlimited WiFi and a guest laundry for longer stays.

Wellness & Recreation

The motel has a garden and sun terrace with outdoor furniture for relaxation after activities. Guests can arrange bike tours, horse riding, and tours about local culture through the motel's tour desk. The spa bath in select units offers a way to unwind after a day hiking or glacier exploring.

Mountain Views: Full glass frontages to Mount Cook and Tasman
Self-Catering: Kitchenettes with two hotplates and microwave
Adventure: Scenic flights and glacier heli-hikes arranged on-site
Family: Accommodations for up to 6 guests with lounge area
Wellness: Spa bath in select rooms
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible with disabled facilities

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 14:00-20:00

from 08:00-10:00

Amenities

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Other information

Breakfast

A full breakfast is served at the price of NZD 15 per person per day.

Children & extra beds

There are no extra beds provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Building

Number of rooms:27

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Rooms and availability

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Premier Room

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

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Standard Studio

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

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Executive Twin Room

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

2 Single beds1 King Size Bed

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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi

Free parking

Baggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

Food/ Drinks

Outdoor dining area

Shuttle

Paid shuttle service

Laundry

Flat-screen TV

Sports & Fitness

Canoeing
Hiking
Horseback riding
Cycling
Fishing

Services

Paid shuttle service
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

In-room breakfast
Outdoor dining area

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace
Garden area

Room view

Mountain view

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Bedroom

Electric blankets

Media

Flat-screen TV

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Essential information about Sunset Motel

💵 Lowest room price	332 US$
📏 Distance to center	200 yd

Location

Address

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93 Cook Flat Road, Fox Glacier, New Zealand

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93 Cook Flat Road, Fox Glacier, New Zealand

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants

Landmark

Fox Glacier

200 yd

Landmark

Fox Glacier Hiking Trails

200 yd

Landmark

Minnehaha Walk

200 yd

Landmark

Skydive Fox Glacier

200 yd

Landmark

Fly Over New Zealand

200 yd

Landmark

Copland Track

200 yd

Landmark

Lake Matheson Walk

2.1 mi

Landmark

New Zealand Fighter Pilots Museum

200 yd

Landmark

Fox & Franz Josef Heliservices

200 yd

Landmark

Weheka Glow-worm Walkway

200 yd

Landmark

River Walk

1.9 mi

Landmark

Fox Glacier Te Moeka o Tuawe Valley Walk

1.6 mi

Landmark

Moraine Walk

1.6 mi

Gallery

ReflectioNZ Gifts & Gallery

2.1 mi

Landmark

Fox Glacier Access

1.9 mi

Landmark

Glacier Viewpoint

2.3 mi

Landmark

Fox Glacier Chalet Lookout Track

2.4 mi

Landmark

Jetty Viewpoint

2.6 mi

Landmark

Mount Fox

2.6 mi

Landmark

Reflection Island

2.8 mi

Landmark

View of Views

2.9 mi

Our Lady of the Snows

100 yd

Restaurant

High Peaks Hotel Restaurant

100 yd

Restaurant

Cook Saddle Cafe & Saloon

200 yd

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FAQ about Sunset Motel

What landmarks can I find in vicinity of Sunset Motel hotel?

Staying at Sunset Motel hotel, you will be 0.8 miles from Fox Glacier and 2.2 miles Lake Matheson Walk. If you are willing to explore even more landmarks in Fox Glacier, consider checking out Skydive Fox Glacier Skydiving Center set 0.8 miles away.

Is airport shuttle provided by the Sunset Motel?

Shuttle is one of the services offered by the Sunset Motel. Please inform the hotel staff about your estimated arrival time.

Is there parking at the 4-star Sunset Motel?

Yes, the 4-star Sunset Motel features private parking available on site.

What are our dining options during the stay at Sunset Motel?

Unfortunately, Sunset Motel doesn't have on-site restaurants, but guests can dine in Fox Glacier Guiding Cafe and Asian Wok restaurants placed within a 13-minute walk from the property.

What time is check-in and check-out at the Fox Glacier hotel?

Guests of the Fox Glacier hotel can check in from 2 PM to 8 PM and check out from 8 AM.

How much does it cost to stay at the Fox Glacier motel?

The price for a room in the Fox Glacier motel starts at $185.

What payment methods are available in the Sunset Motel hotel?

At the Sunset Motel hotel, you can pay using Mastercard, Visa, and American Express.

Which amenities are included in the rooms at the 4-star Sunset Motel hotel?

Every room at the 4-star Sunset Motel hotel includes a balcony and a seating area as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for guests' entertainment.

Is the hotel accessible to people with disabilities?

Yes, wheelchair access and rooms with accessible facilities are provided at the hotel for guests with special needs.