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Rainforest Retreat

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Deluxe Tree Lodge | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Lounge
TV
Balcony

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

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

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  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Rainforest Tree House

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Beds

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  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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  • 2 Single Beds

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Budget Double/Twin Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Budget Double/Twin Room

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

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Flash - Packer Double Room (Ensuite)

  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed

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4.8 out of 5, Exceptional, (83)
The price is CHF 257
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
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About this property

Rainforest Retreat

Holiday park in Franz Josef Glacier with 2 hot tubs and sauna
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free holiday park has a bar/lounge and a sauna. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a computer station and tour/ticket assistance. All 87 accommodations offer free WiFi and TVs.
Rainforest Retreat offers 87 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
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.

During your stay at Rainforest Retreat, you're just a quick walk from Westcoast Wildlife Centre. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a restaurant. This upmarket holiday park has 87 accommodations. All accommodations offer free WiFi and TVs.
  • All accommodations offer TVs
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Amenities include a front desk safe, a computer and laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes a sauna, 2 hot tubs - and a playground
  • Steps from Westcoast Wildlife Centre and 3 minutes on foot from Waiho Hot Tubs
  • Pets welcome free of charge
Rainforest Retreat offers its guests 2 hot tubs and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Rainforest Retreat. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Franz Josef Glacier holiday park is smoke free.

Monsoon – This restaurant only serves dinner. 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

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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

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 are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 6:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings 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. 521 out of 940 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 276 out of 940 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 940 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 940 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 940 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Beti

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The employees of the property were outstanding. Parry you're a gem. Helping out when my car wouldn't start. The property is clean and comfortable and close to all amenities. I would definitely recommend the Rainforest Retreat. Thank you guys.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Part resort, part dorm
We splashed out on this relative to the rest of our trip and we're disappointed. No real benefit over a cheaper motel. Nothing to really complain about but didn't feel we got any extra value. The hotel seems to have several wings with "upscale" rooms, regular rooms, dorms and campervan sites. A big mix. Dinner in particular at the restaurant was disappointing.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Luxury stay
A fabulous stay. Ended up upgrading to deluxe spa villa on arrival. Excellent amenities. Very modern. On site restaurant great food and service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at the Rainforest Retreat in Franz Josef Glacier, New Zealand, was a truly memorable experience. The rooms are nestled in the heart of the rainforest, offering a refreshing breath of fresh air and a unique, tranquil environment. The woody cabin rooms were impeccably clean and well-maintained, providing all the basic amenities needed for a comfortable stay. The proximity to nature, combined with the cozy atmosphere, made for an unforgettable getaway. I highly recommend this retreat to anyone looking to relax and reconnect with nature in a stunning setting.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we stayed in the delux two bedroom Spa Treehouse. it was expensive but really worth it. is beautifully appointed and beautifully designed. we didnt have great weather so it was a lovely place to hang out. highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Farbod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
These accommodations is real dog friendly, they helped us a lot with a dog
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Bill

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really neat place with cool restaurant & bar, great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverley

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

Mohanan, Cupertino

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very close to downtown & all the glacier tours & heli rides
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wow!!!! What a beautiful accommodation!!!! It felt like you really were in a rainforest with all the lush plants and trees around. Our unit was a bit small, but very, very nice. We did not have a freezer in our small refrigerator, but Reception gladly froze our ice packs for us. It’s an accommodation not to be missed!!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Steve

Travelled with partner
Great location and nicely appointed rooms although a little small
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not easy to find room and parking was a walk to the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Leanne

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a beautiful room with views out to the deck and forest. Fantastic setting. Lovely staff. Only marked down slightly on facilities because spa wasn’t working. Ate in Monsoon both nights which was good food reasonably priced
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

erik

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful accommodation which was very convienient to the local shops and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Graham

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
friendly staff, accessible to restaurants. Accommodation average
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024