Rainforest Retreat

Property class: 4

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Consider a stay at Rainforest Retreat and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and a playground. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or 2 hot tubs, and indulge in a massage. The on-site restaurant, Monsoon, serves dinner. In addition to laundry facilities and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is ₩116,748
₩134,260 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30

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A cabin-style room with two beds, a sofa, a kitchenette, and a large window.

Studio

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A log cabin room with a bed, desk, and a small refrigerator.

Tree Hut

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A compact hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a kitchenette, and a window.

Gecko Cottage

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A single-story house with a porch, surrounded by a gravel driveway and a rock garden.

Rainforest Tree House

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and green bean bag chairs. A dining area with a table and chairs is visible. A kitchen with a stove and sink is in the background.

Gecko House

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 12
  • 7 Twin Beds

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A wooden cabin interior with a sofa, a TV, and a dining table.

Kamahi Tree House

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 6 Twin Beds

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A bunk bed room with a sink and coffee maker.

Bed in 4 - Bed Flash - Packer Dorm (Ensuite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A two-story building with balconies, surrounded by dense vegetation and trees.

Bed in Shared 6-Bed Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A modern hotel with a hot tub on the deck, wooden exterior, and a bedroom with a bed and nightstand.

Deluxe Two Bedroom Spa Tree House

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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A modern hotel with a hot tub on the deck, wooden exterior, and a bedroom with a bed and nightstand.

Deluxe One Bedroom Spa Tree House

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern house with a wooden deck, large windows, and a view of the surrounding forest.

Deluxe Tree Lodge

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A modern bedroom with a large glass door, a wooden deck, and a mountain view.

Deluxe Tree Hut

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a sliding glass door to the outside, and a ceiling light.

Comfort Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern kitchen with a built-in refrigerator, a dining area with a table and chairs, and large windows with blinds.

Superior Studio, Hot Tub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Franz Josef Glacier is home to Rainforest Retreat. Waiho Hot Tubs and Glacier Hot Pools are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Westcoast Wildlife Centre and Te Wahipounamu. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including skiing. Visit our Franz Josef Glacier travel guide
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Map
46 Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier, 7886

What's nearby

  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Glacier Hot Pools
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Waiho Hot Tubs
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Our Lady of the Alps
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • St James Anglican Church
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK)
    117 min drive

Restaurants

  • Full Of Beans Cafe
    5 min walk
  • Blue Ice Restaurant & Bar
    6 min walk
  • SnakeBite Brewery
    4 min walk
  • Alice May
    2 min walk
  • Monsoon Bar
    1 min walk

About this property

Rainforest Retreat

  • Upscale holiday park
  • Take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and a playground at Rainforest Retreat. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or 2 hot tubs, and indulge in a massage. The on-site restaurant, Monsoon, serves dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Free self parking
    • RV/bus/truck parking, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
    • Barbecue grills, a computer station, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Room features
  • All 87 rooms include amenities such as free WiFi.
  • More amenities include:
  • Communal kitchens, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Frequently asked questions

Is Rainforest Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rainforest Retreat?

As of Oct 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rainforest Retreat on Oct 29, 2026 start from ₩116,748, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Rainforest Retreat?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Rainforest Retreat?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rainforest Retreat located?

Situated in Franz Josef Glacier, this holiday park is within a 5-minute walk of Westcoast Wildlife Centre, Waiho Hot Tubs, and Glacier Hot Pools. Te Wahipounamu and Our Lady of the Alps are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Rainforest Retreat Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 547 out of 973 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 281 out of 973 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 973 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 973 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 973 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place! The staff, the food and the location were all great!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cool and quaint resort, many types of rooms, great locations and wonderful staff. Gecko Cottage was adorable, Monsoon’s was awesome for dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Front desk staff were pleasant and as helpful as possible. Stayed at the 'Gecko' units. Difficult to find despite directions from staff and a map... Met another couple up there who were having issues finding their lodging as well. Bed had a couple of small frayed holes in the bottom sheet. Mini fridge was noisy. Restaurant was largely empty when I arrived just after opening time, (only one other couple present), hostess put me in a table that stared right down the entry hallway and I had to tell her I would move to another table. Did not attempt to up sell me with entree's or a drink and provided water about the same time I was finishing my meal.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Lovely location close to town and restaurants and great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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What a wonderful stay - beautiful setting and so peaceful!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful accommodation which was very convienient to the local shops and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Excellent location, highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice quiet town, Rainforest retreat cottages were very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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These accommodations is real dog friendly, they helped us a lot with a dog
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The property was clean, quiet, conveniently located for our planned activities, and the property was beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Great location and nicely appointed rooms although a little small
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Staff is very friendly....love,love,love the Nespresso maker in the room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved cottage

Lovely cottage, all we needed was met. Enjoyed a meal in the onsite pub/restaurant Would highly recommend this place. Very pretty.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay. The Gecko Cottages were amazing and a real treat on our road trip. The spa was a nice touch too. Bit hard to walk around at night though due to no security- which made going to the onsite bar late by myself a no-go (i did ring and ask). I would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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So many options for your stay here. Restaurant has fabulous food & the staff are super friendly & professional.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Stayed here for one night to visit the glacier. Check in was quick and easy, tree lodge was perfect for our stay, had everything we needed and we ate and drank in Monsoon, where the food was lovely!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was spacious. The hotel restaurant was pretty good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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We got an upgrade to one of the tree house which was fabulous! The room was spacious and we had everything we needed in the kitchen. The hot tub in the balcony was an absolute treat! Would defo go back if we can!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The house was set out very well and amenities were fantastic. Bonus outdoor spa added to our enjoyment of the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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I liked the set up of everything so close together. Loved the scenery too. Beautiful place to stay ✨️ Would definitely go back again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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You must stay here

Friendly staff,warm clean room,great service, value for money,we will definitely be going back
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Staff was great, and made really great recommendations. The unit was clean and tidy, we would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great little location, the hot tub was closed when I was there so didn’t get to use it, but other than that everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved our stay at Rainforest Retreat!

We had a beautiful suite which made our stay wonderful despite rainy weather. Private spa tub was a real bonus!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
Staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023