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1. The Hermitage Hotel Mount Cook

The Hermitage Hotel Mount Cook
4.5 star property
41.8 km from Gillespies Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Buffet was really good"
Australia
Natasha
The price is NZ$389
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Hermitage Hotel Mount Cook

2. Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier
4.0 star property
14.6 km from Gillespies Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (330 reviews)
"We stayed in Cabin 1, and it was so clean, modern and beautifully decorated. I highly recommend staying here."
United States
Margaret
The price is NZ$110
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

3. Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef
5.0 star property
29.1 km from Gillespies Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (221 reviews)
"Very helpfull staff, made us feel welcome and at home"
Australia
peter
The price is NZ$373
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

4. Sunset Motel

Sunset Motel
3.0 star property
15.8 km from Gillespies Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (390 reviews)
"Had everything we needed, clean and tidy, friendly and helpful staff"
Australia
Hamish
The price is NZ$129
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Sunset Motel

5. High Peaks Hotel

High Peaks Hotel
3.5 star property
15.1 km from Gillespies Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (348 reviews)
"Loved it."
Australia
Andrew
The price is NZ$111
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
High Peaks Hotel

6. Heartland Hotel Glacier Country

Heartland Hotel Glacier Country
3.5 star property
16.8 km from Gillespies Beach
7.2 out of 10, Good, (149 reviews)
"Great hosts, clean rooms, good breakfast."
Switzerland
Marina
The price is NZ$274
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Heartland Hotel Glacier Country

7. Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
4.0 star property
29 km from Gillespies Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (684 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Mike
The price is NZ$211
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

8. Mt Cook Lodge & Motels

Mt Cook Lodge & Motels
2.5 star property
42.3 km from Gillespies Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (127 reviews)
"the location is amazing. Close to trails and with the sunny days we had an amazing view"
United States
Jurgen
The price is NZ$340
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Mt Cook Lodge & Motels

9. Aoraki Court Motel

Aoraki Court Motel
4.5 star property
42.6 km from Gillespies Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Everything efficient and well-appointed"
Canada
Kris
The price is NZ$750
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Aoraki Court Motel

10. Rainforest Retreat

Rainforest Retreat
4.0 star property
29.1 km from Gillespies Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (973 reviews)
"Amazing place! The staff, the food and the location were all great!"
United States
Robyn
The price is NZ$164
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Rainforest Retreat

11. Alpine Glacier Motel

Alpine Glacier Motel
3.5 star property
29.1 km from Gillespies Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (811 reviews)
"What a view. Lots of great walking trails nearby. Great hotel if you are going to be spending your days tramping locally."
United States
Neal
The price is NZ$187
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Alpine Glacier Motel

12. 58 On Cron Motel

58 On Cron Motel
3.0 star property
29.2 km from Gillespies Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (422 reviews)
"We were extremely satisfied with this motel and the very kind and co-operative operators."
Australia
Gary
The price is NZ$276
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
58 On Cron Motel

13. Franz Josef Oasis

Franz Josef Oasis
4.0 star property
31.1 km from Gillespies Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (704 reviews)
"Excellent breakfast included and amazing staff that were very helpful. Would definitly book this property again. One of the best motels we have stayed in."
Australia
Rex
The price is NZ$208
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Franz Josef Oasis

14. Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier

Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier
3.0 star property
16.6 km from Gillespies Beach
7.4 out of 10, Good, (171 reviews)
"Great historic hotel with good breakfast buffet and great restaurant."
United States
Lorenz
The price is NZ$279
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier

15. Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier

Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier
4.0 star property
16.8 km from Gillespies Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (598 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
United States
Scott
The price is NZ$112
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier

16. Rainforest Motel

Rainforest Motel
3.5 star property
16.5 km from Gillespies Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (343 reviews)
"Clean rooms and the property ambience was excellent "
Australia
jaison
The price is NZ$117
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Rainforest Motel

17. Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef

Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef
5.0 star property
29.3 km from Gillespies Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (672 reviews)
"great location and nice spacious accommodation"
Australia
jignesh
The price is NZ$306
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef

18. The Terrace

The Terrace
4.0 star property
29.2 km from Gillespies Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (669 reviews)
"Staff friendly enough however when we went to ask some more information questions the office was closed, even though their office hours indicated they would be open! Room comfortable, warm & quiet. Handy to walk anywhere in town. A nice stay"
Australia
Neil
The price is NZ$252
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
The Terrace

19. Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier

Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier
4.0 star property
29.1 km from Gillespies Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (604 reviews)
"Everything we needed for a short stay super friendly people to welcome us"
Australia
Vanessa
The price is NZ$208
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier

20. Punga Grove

Punga Grove
3.0 star property
29.1 km from Gillespies Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (290 reviews)
"Perfect location, spacious clean rooms and good facilities. Friendly and helpful staff."
United Kingdom
David
The price is NZ$281
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Punga Grove
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Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A couple in a hot tub with a mountain view.
Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels
2.0 star property
8.4
Very good
416 reviews
View
A room with a glass table reflecting the view of mountains and greenery outside.
Sunset Motel
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
390 reviews
View
A modern building with a stone facade, large windows, and a mountain backdrop.
The Westhaven Motel
3.0 star property
8.4
Very good
547 reviews
View
A mountain landscape with a cabin in the foreground.
Rainforest Motel
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
343 reviews
View
A person using binoculars on a balcony with stone pillars, overlooking palm trees and a sunset.
Scenic Hotel Te Weheka
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
180 reviews
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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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