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Rainforest Retreat

4.0 star property

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Deluxe Tree Lodge
Lounge
Deluxe Tree Hut
Tree Hut
TV

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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46 Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier, 7886
  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Glacier Hot Pools
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Waiho Hot Tubs
    ‪3 min walk‬

Room options

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Deluxe Tree Lodge

Deluxe Tree Lodge

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

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Shared 6-Bed Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Deluxe Tree Hut

Deluxe Tree Hut

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

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

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

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

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Rainforest Tree House | View from room

Rainforest Tree House

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Two Bedroom Spa Tree House

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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Studio

Studio

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

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Gecko House

Gecko House

  • Sleeps 12
  • 7 Twin Beds

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Gecko Cottage | Private kitchen

Gecko Cottage

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Kamahi Tree House

Kamahi Tree House

  • Sleeps 8
  • 6 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe One Bedroom Spa Tree House

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

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Sole Use of Budget Ensuite Room w/ Bunk

Sole Use of Budget Ensuite Room w/ Bunk

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Tree Lodge

Tree Lodge

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Budget Double/Twin Room

Budget Double/Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Flash - Packer Double Room (Ensuite)

Flash - Packer Double Room (Ensuite)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Tree Hut

Tree Hut

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

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About the area

Franz Josef Glacier

With a stay at Rainforest Retreat in Franz Josef Glacier, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Westcoast Wildlife Centre and Waiho Hot Tubs. .This holiday park is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Glacier Hot Pools and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Te Wahipounamu.
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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

  • ‪Snakebite - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Monsoon Restaurant at Rainforest - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Full of Beans - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Landing Restaurant & Bar - Franz Josef - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Alice May - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Rainforest Retreat

Holiday park in Franz Josef Glacier with 2 hot tubs and a sauna
Rainforest Retreat offers 87 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Housekeeping is provided daily.
2 hot tubs are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 87 guestrooms. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Dip into one of the 2 hot tubs or enjoy other recreational amenities, which include a sauna. Additional features at this holiday park include complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area.
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Monsoon serving guests of Rainforest Retreat. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include a computer station, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Monsoon - This restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Monsoon

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • Playground
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Rainforest Retreat
Rainforest Retreat Hotel
Rainforest Retreat Hotel West Coast
Rainforest Retreat West Coast
Rainforest Retreat Motel Franz Josef Glacier
Rainforest Retreat Motel
Rainforest Retreat Franz Josef Glacier
Rainforest Retreat Campground Franz Josef Glacier
Rainforest Retreat Campground
Rainforest Retreat Holiday Park Franz Josef Glacier
Rainforest Retreat Holiday Park
Rainforest Retreat Holiday Park
Rainforest Retreat Franz Josef Glacier
Rainforest Retreat Holiday Park Franz Josef Glacier

Rainforest Retreat Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 523 out of 944 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 278 out of 944 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 944 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 944 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 944 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet town, Rainforest retreat cottages were very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Near to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

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

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was really just an enforced stop off for us but loved it. Fabulous scenery immediately outside your door. Great food & drink options in Franz Josef too. Accommodation had everything needed and a really comfy bed & pillows. Parking was simple onsite. Check-in efficient. Was just a very pleasant stay, well priced, in a lovely place. Nothing not to like.. maybe lighting could be better.

10/10 Excellent

Shauna

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Luxury in the rainforest

We absolutely loved our tree house and our stay. It’s a beautiful location and the room was fabulous. Very little detail was incredible. Heated floors and towel rack in the bathroom. The shower! The view of the mountains. The hot tub on the deck. The beds were so comfortable. Fabulous place all around.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keddie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was spacious. The hotel restaurant was pretty good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing deluxe rooftop room. Upgrade to 2 room room which had private hot tub. Rooms so spacious, had everything we needed for our two night stay. Wish it was longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Luxury rainforest rooms very good Only improvement needed is the buffet breakfast and allowing guests to log into Amazon/netflix on the TV
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed a short night. We messaged the property about swapping two separate spaces for one two bedroom with kitchenette and living room. They were extremely responsive via messaging and helpful and generous with our last minute request. The deck was covered and perfect to experience the rainforest in the rain. There is a walk down to a cool beach and if not pouring down rain the sunset would be great. We sincerely appreciated the customer care and support.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikhil

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Our room felt like we were near the canopy of the rain forest. Private and just natural - felt like glamping. The room was very comfortable and with modern amenities yet tucked in a rainforest. Would definitely recommend ( note: they have different levels of accommodations so please check).
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

lawrence

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Dave

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location with Kea flying around in the morning. A bit noisy from the backpackers but not late so no disturbance at night
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

salma, san diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice lodge type residence
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying in Nei Nei, what an amazing setting! It was very special. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

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

Paradise in the middle of the rain forest

Beautiful rooms , we had 2 bedrooms and a kitchen area and a sitting area. It was right smack in the middle of a forest. Lovely stay!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place in a cozy environment
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

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

Lovely Rainforest Retreat

A really lovely place to stay in Franz Josef Beautiful surroundings
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Paula

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

Good value - if you don’t mind a bit of noise

Our room had everything we needed - beds, small kitchenette and decent shower. The laundry facilities that accepted credit card were a huge bonus. The only problem was the noise - you can hear everything around you. Yes it was a busy period… but worth calling it out. Otherwise, good value for money in Franz.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz, Darfield

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So many options for your stay here. Restaurant has fabulous food & the staff are super friendly & professional.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Teck Siong

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024