The Best Hotels Closest to Gillespies Beach in Westland Tai Poutini National Park for 2026

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A mountain landscape with a cabin in the foreground.

A room with a large window offering a view of a mountainous landscape, a wooden table, and a chair.

A covered outdoor area with a view of mountains and a picnic table.

A hotel room with a bed, a television on a wooden stand, and a large sliding glass door leading to a parking area.

1. Rainforest Motel

16.5 km from Gillespies Beach

Siew

₩69,247

₩79,634 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

A bedroom with a large window offering a view of snow-capped mountains and a fenced field.

A grassy area with a white fence and chain-link barrier, a building with a sloped roof, and a mountainous backdrop.

A room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of mountains and trees.

A building with a stone facade and a metal roof, surrounded by a chain-link fence and a grassy area.

2. Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

14.6 km from Gillespies Beach

Raine

₩94,370

₩108,525 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

A cozy wooden cabin room with a bed, a sofa, and a TV.

A wooden cabin with a large window overlooking a lush garden with various potted plants and a small house.

A wooden dining table with a woven placemat, two chairs, a basket of bread, a teapot, a cup, and a glass of water.

A wooden house with a staircase leading to the entrance, surrounded by lush greenery.

3. Fox Glacier Lodge

16.8 km from Gillespies Beach

Maria

₩126,186

₩145,114 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A couple in a hot tub with a mountain view.

A sign for Fox Glacier Top 10 Holiday Parks with a view of mountains and clouds.

A wooden-paneled room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a rolled towel on the bed.

A horse near a tree and a fence in a rural setting.

4. Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels

16 km from Gillespies Beach

vicki

₩37,178

₩43,823 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A room with a glass table reflecting the view of mountains and greenery outside.

A room with a large window offering a view of mountains and greenery.

A motel with a sign indicating no vacancy, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.

A view from a window with a table and chairs, overlooking snow-capped mountains and a clear sky.

5. Sunset Motel

15.8 km from Gillespies Beach

Timothy

₩86,281

₩99,223 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A covered outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a reception sign, and a view of mountains in the background.

A compact living space with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a kitchenette.

A building with an 'OFFICE' sign, a wooden deck, and various plants.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

6. Lake Matheson Motel

16.3 km from Gillespies Beach

Joe

₩148,249

₩170,486 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A modern building with a stone facade, large windows, and a mountain backdrop.

A building with stone walls and large windows, a paved pathway, and outdoor seating.

A modern building with a flat roof and large windows, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and rocks.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a red chair, a glass table, and a wooden wardrobe.

7. The Westhaven Motel

16.7 km from Gillespies Beach

Alison

₩83,113

₩95,580 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A stone house with a steep gabled roof, a small bell tower, and a well-lit entrance.

A cozy room with a bed, a wooden bench, and a stone wall.

A cozy living room with a stone wall, wooden staircase, and a view of the outdoors.

A cozy room with a stone wall, a cross-shaped window, and a sofa with cushions.

8. The Church at FOX

16.9 km from Gillespies Beach

Stefanie

₩330,630

₩380,226 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A person using binoculars on a balcony with stone pillars, overlooking palm trees and a sunset.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a scenic view.

A dining area with tables set for four, large windows offering a view of the outdoors, and a framed picture on the wall.

A building with a balcony overlooking a sunset.

9. Scenic Hotel Te Weheka

16.8 km from Gillespies Beach

Jacobus

₩168,517

₩193,796 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A view of a mountainous landscape through large windows, with a seating area featuring a table and chairs.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, overlooking a mountainous landscape with snow-capped peaks.

A building with a modern design, surrounded by a garden with various flowers and a mountain backdrop.

A building with a gravel driveway and a lawn, surrounded by trees and mountains in the background.

10. High Peaks Hotel

15.1 km from Gillespies Beach

Andrew

₩69,766

₩80,231 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A covered porch with white railings, hanging flower baskets, and outdoor seating.

A bar area with a pool table, bar counter with bottles, and a chalkboard menu.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, some with red cushions.

A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a desk, and a TV.

11. Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier

16.6 km from Gillespies Beach

Lorenz

₩230,306

₩264,856 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

12. Fox Glacier Jade Hotel

16.9 km from Gillespies Beach

Matthew

₩121,333

₩139,533 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A modern interior with a stone fireplace, wooden ceiling beams, and a bar area.

A building with a red roof and multiple windows, surrounded by lush greenery and a mountain in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a bathroom with a sink and towel, and a view of the outside.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a toilet, a sink, and a window.

13. Heartland Hotel Glacier Country

16.8 km from Gillespies Beach

Marina

₩99,796

₩114,765 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

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Compare popular hotels close to Gillespies Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Rainforest Motel	9.2 Wonderful 341 reviews	View
Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier	9.2 Wonderful 316 reviews	View
Fox Glacier Lodge	8.8 Excellent 368 reviews	View
Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels	8.4 Very good 411 reviews	View
Sunset Motel	8.6 Excellent 386 reviews	View

Top Gillespies Beach Hotel Reviews

Rainforest Motel

8/10 Good

"Beautiful place to stay. Good help and advise from the owner. Beware!!! everything in the town closes at 9:30pm not even pack of chips is available past that time. Hotel facilities are modest but clean and well kept. Gets a little cold but I am not used to cold so even a little bit cold seems much to me. Overall a modest place with modest pricing, views are a real bonus!!!"

Fox Glacier Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Breakfast was sweet and I is loved the glow worms walk"

Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels

8/10 Good

"Everything was good."

Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

10/10 Excellent

"Very spacious. A kitchen with a stove, fridge, MW. It's a suite with living room divided by a sliding door. The owner is super nice that showed us great viewing sights and informed us the road closures more than 100 miles away. Highly recommended for shorter and longer trip."

Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

10/10 Excellent

"Helpful staff, clean room, clean and spacious kitchen.And FREE COFFEE + MUFFINS + SOUP. There was hardly anyone when we stayed here coz probably it was winter plus it was raining the whole week so we had the whole lounge and kitchen to our selves. They also have lots of games for everyone so you won’t feel bored"

High Peaks Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Loved it."

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay"

Sunset Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Had everything we needed, clean and tidy, friendly and helpful staff"

Heartland Hotel Glacier Country

8/10 Good

"we had an interconnecting room which worked well for us. from are clean and sufficient for a short stay."

Other attractions near Gillespies Beach

Lake Matheson

9.2/10 (417 reviews)

Hike around this picturesque lake in the forest to see the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps reflected in its dark waters on a clear day.

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Peak Viewpoint

9.4/10 (66 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Fox Glacier with a trip to Peak Viewpoint. Wander the lakeside or discover the stunning glacier views in this quaint area.

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Lake Matheson

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Matheson during your travels in Fox Glacier. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the stunning glacier views in this quaint area.

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Lake Matheson

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Matheson during your travels in Fox Glacier. Wander the lakeside or discover the stunning glacier views in this quaint area.

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Minnehaha Walk

You can take time to visit Minnehaha Walk during your travels to Fox Glacier. Wander the lakeside or discover the stunning glacier views in this quaint area.

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Fox Glacier South Side Walkway

You can take time to visit Fox Glacier South Side Walkway during your travels to Westland Tai Poutini National Park. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

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Fox Glacier Guiding

You can take time to visit Fox Glacier Guiding during your travels to Fox Glacier. Wander the lakeside or discover the stunning glacier views in this quaint area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Gillespies Beach?

Gillespies Beach is located in Westland Tai Poutini National Park. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, you might search for properties close to public transportation so it's easy to get around.

What's the best hotel to stay near Gillespies Beach?

High Peaks Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. You'll find it 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from Gillespies Beach. Other good choices in the area include Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier and Sunset Motel.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Gillespies Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near Gillespies Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Gillespies Beach?

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Our top choices for Gillespies Beach hotels

1. Rainforest Motel

2. Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

3. Fox Glacier Lodge

4. Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels

5. Sunset Motel

6. Lake Matheson Motel

7. The Westhaven Motel

8. The Church at FOX

9. Scenic Hotel Te Weheka

10. High Peaks Hotel

11. Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier

12. Fox Glacier Jade Hotel

13. Heartland Hotel Glacier Country

Compare popular hotels close to Gillespies Beach

Top Gillespies Beach Hotel Reviews

Rainforest Motel

Fox Glacier Lodge

Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels

Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

High Peaks Hotel

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

Sunset Motel

Heartland Hotel Glacier Country

Other attractions near Gillespies Beach

Lake Matheson

Peak Viewpoint

Lake Matheson

Lake Matheson

Minnehaha Walk

Fox Glacier South Side Walkway

Fox Glacier Guiding

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