Top 10 Hotels Near Gillespies Beach in Westland Tai Poutini National Park for 2026

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

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

A room with a large window offering a mountain view, a blue sofa, a small table, and a red ottoman.

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

1. Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

14.6 km from Gillespies Beach

Raine

RM212

RM244 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A mountain landscape with a cabin in the foreground.

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

A living room with two sofas, a TV, and a large window offering a mountain view.

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

2. Rainforest Motel

16.5 km from Gillespies Beach

Siew

RM219

RM252 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

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

A wooden cabin with a corrugated metal roof, surrounded by dense ferns and trees.

3. Fox Glacier Lodge

16.8 km from Gillespies Beach

Maria

RM310

RM357 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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

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

4. Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels

16 km from Gillespies Beach

vicki

RM112

RM132 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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 grassy outdoor area with a large rock, a red fence, and a variety of plants and flowers.

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

5. Lake Matheson Motel

16.3 km from Gillespies Beach

Joe

RM453

RM521 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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

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

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

A modern building with large windows and a flat roof.

6. Sunset Motel

15.8 km from Gillespies Beach

Timothy

RM246

RM283 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

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

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

7. The Westhaven Motel

16.7 km from Gillespies Beach

Alison

RM237

RM273 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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

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

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

A modern kitchen with a wooden ceiling, a stone wall, and a large window.

8. The Church at FOX

16.9 km from Gillespies Beach

Stefanie

RM994

RM1,143 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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

A building with a balcony overlooking a sunset.

A stone balcony with a railing, overlooking a landscape with hills.

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

9. Scenic Hotel Te Weheka

16.8 km from Gillespies Beach

Jacobus

RM507

RM583 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A house with a red roof, a covered porch, and a view of mountains in the background.

A tranquil lake reflecting a forest and snow-capped mountains.

A room with a view of a garden through a window.

A room with a bed, a nightstand, and a window.

10. Misty Peaks Guesthouse

15.7 km from Gillespies Beach

Anonymous traveller

RM909

RM1,232 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a desk, a chair, a bed, and a TV.

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.

11. High Peaks Hotel

15.1 km from Gillespies Beach

Andrew

RM210

RM242 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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

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

A two-story building with a red roof, multiple windows, and a well-lit entrance.

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

12. Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier

16.6 km from Gillespies Beach

Lorenz

RM692

RM796 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

13. Fox Glacier Jade Hotel

16.9 km from Gillespies Beach

Matthew

RM365

RM420 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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

A hotel with a sign reading "Glacier Country Heartland Hotels."

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.

14. Heartland Hotel Glacier Country

16.8 km from Gillespies Beach

Marina

RM300

RM345 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Gillespies Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier	9.2 Wonderful 316 reviews	View
Rainforest Motel	9.2 Wonderful 340 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
Lake Matheson Motel	8.8 Excellent 449 reviews	View

Top Gillespies Beach Hotel Reviews

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."

The Westhaven Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Nice place"

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 could search for properties close to public transport so it's easy to get around.

Where is the best place to stay near Gillespies Beach?

High Peaks Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller 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! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near Gillespies Beach.

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Our top choices for Gillespies Beach hotels

1. Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

2. Rainforest Motel

3. Fox Glacier Lodge

4. Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels

5. Lake Matheson Motel

6. Sunset Motel

7. The Westhaven Motel

8. The Church at FOX

9. Scenic Hotel Te Weheka

10. Misty Peaks Guesthouse

11. High Peaks Hotel

12. Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier

13. Fox Glacier Jade Hotel

14. Heartland Hotel Glacier Country

Compare popular hotels close to Gillespies Beach

Top Gillespies Beach Hotel Reviews

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

The Westhaven Motel

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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