Sunset Motel - Fox Glacier

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 0.5 miles 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