10 Best Hotels & Accommodation Closest to Gillespies Beach in Westland Tai Poutini National Park from NZ$61

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A restaurant with a mountain view, featuring wooden tables and chairs, and large windows.

A restaurant with a mountain view, featuring purple chairs and round tables.

A modern interior with a sofa and chairs facing large windows with a mountain view.

A modern interior with large windows offering mountain views, comfortable seating, and a patterned floor.

1. The Hermitage Hotel Mount Cook

41.8 km from Gillespies Beach

Natasha

NZ$462

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

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

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

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.

2. Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

14.6 km from Gillespies Beach

Raine

NZ$114

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

An outdoor dining area with tables set for two, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A modern building with a long corridor and multiple balconies, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.

A modern multi-story building with a wooden exterior, multiple balconies, and a lush surrounding forest.

A table with a bottle of champagne and two glasses, a chair, and a view of greenery through a window.

3. Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

29.1 km from Gillespies Beach

peter

NZ$583

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 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 room with a large window offering a view of mountains and greenery.

A modern building with large windows and a flat roof.

4. Sunset Motel

15.8 km from Gillespies Beach

Timothy

NZ$140

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A bedroom with a large window, a bed with a blue throw, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A reception desk with a wall displaying city names, two clocks, and a TV screen.

A modern room with a large window, a black leather sofa, a white table with chairs, and a grey armchair.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, kettle, and a small refrigerator. There is a sink with a faucet, and a cabinet with drawers. A dark door is visible on the right side.

5. Aoraki Court Motel

42.6 km from Gillespies Beach

David

NZ$730

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

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

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.

6. High Peaks Hotel

15.1 km from Gillespies Beach

Andrew

NZ$135

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A modern house with a covered patio, a stone pathway, and a view of mountains.

A spacious bar area with a high ceiling and skylights, a bar counter with stools, and a variety of bottles on shelves.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a small table, and a large window with a view of greenery.

A stone fireplace with a fire, a wooden ceiling, and a view of lush greenery outside.

7. Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

29 km from Gillespies Beach

Mike

NZ$226

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A modern building with a glass facade, a covered outdoor area, and a mountainous backdrop.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a view of mountains through large windows.

A staircase leading to a room with a mountain view through large windows.

A balcony with a view of a parking area and mountains.

8. Mt Cook Lodge & Motels

42.3 km from Gillespies Beach

Elaine

NZ$326

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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

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

9. Heartland Hotel Glacier Country

16.8 km from Gillespies Beach

Marina

NZ$282

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern hotel with a hot tub on the deck, wooden exterior, and a bedroom with a bed and nightstand.

A modern house with a wooden deck, large windows, and a view of surrounding trees and mountains.

A cozy log cabin room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a small kitchenette, and a large window offering a view of greenery.

A restaurant named 'Mansoon' with outdoor seating and a sign indicating a 2 for 1 gourmet pizza offer.

10. Rainforest Retreat

29.1 km from Gillespies Beach

Tracy

NZ$162

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A wooden bench outside a building with a view of a road and mountains.

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

A building with a sloped roof, white walls, and a view of snow-capped mountains in the background.

A room with a large window offering a view of a mountainous landscape and a palm tree.

11. Alpine Glacier Motel

29.1 km from Gillespies Beach

Neal

NZ$129

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A motel with a red roof, located in a mountainous area with a clear sky.

A kitchen with a granite countertop, a stainless steel sink, a microwave, and a kettle.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a fan, a green sofa, and a painting on the wall.

A modern living room with a dining area, a sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.

12. 58 On Cron Motel

29.2 km from Gillespies Beach

Sharon

NZ$197

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A resort with multiple cabins, a palm tree, and mountains in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a nightstand, a mirror, and an air conditioning unit.

A row of modern, single-story buildings with large windows, situated near a body of water with a reflection, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.

A modern room with two armchairs, a small table, a fireplace, and a framed picture on the wall.

13. Franz Josef Oasis

31.1 km from Gillespies Beach

Allison

NZ$202

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A mountain landscape with a cabin in the foreground.

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

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

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

14. Rainforest Motel

16.5 km from Gillespies Beach

Siew

NZ$112

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A neatly made bed with a green throw, a bedside lamp, and a nightstand.

A modern living room with a large window, a black leather sofa, a white round table, and a forest-themed wall mural.

A hotel reception desk with a framed picture of a mountain landscape, a clock, and a sign indicating a 4.7 out of 5 rating from Hotels.com.

A window with a view of a lush garden with various plants and a small stream.

15. Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef

29.3 km from Gillespies Beach

jignesh

NZ$300

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A hotel with a mountain backdrop, featuring a red-tiled roof and a sign indicating it is Bella Vista Hotel.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, sink, and small refrigerator. There is a dining area with two chairs and a table.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and a small refrigerator. There is a dining area with a chair and a table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

16. Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier

16.8 km from Gillespies Beach

Scott

NZ$129

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a TV, a fireplace, and a sliding glass door leading to a patio with outdoor furniture.

A building with a flat roof and a small window, surrounded by dense greenery and a mountain in the background.

A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, stainless steel sink, and a compact refrigerator.

17. Punga Grove

29.1 km from Gillespies Beach

David

NZ$203

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern kitchen with a large TV, a coffee machine, and a plant.

A room with a large window offering a view of a mountainous landscape and a red building.

A modern bathroom with a double sink, a towel rack, a hairdryer, and a neon sign.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a dining area.

18. Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

29.1 km from Gillespies Beach

Kelvin

NZ$86

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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

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

19. Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier

16.6 km from Gillespies Beach

Lorenz

NZ$321

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A couple seated on a balcony overlooking snow-capped mountains.

A hotel with a central building and two wings, a parking lot, and surrounding greenery.

A parking area with several cars, including a white sedan and a white SUV with red and yellow markings, in front of a building with a sloped roof.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a shower area.

20. Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier

29.1 km from Gillespies Beach

Kerry

NZ$165

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Gillespies Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier	8.8 Excellent 598 reviews	View
Rainforest Motel	9.2 Wonderful 341 reviews	View
Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier	9.2 Wonderful 317 reviews	View
Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels	8.4 Very good 413 reviews	View
Sunset Motel	8.6 Excellent 386 reviews	View

Top Gillespies Beach Hotel Reviews

Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent"

Fox Glacier Lodge

8/10 Good

"The 2 bedroom family room was small and sparse but cozy. The heated beds were a plus and the lodge was easily walkable to the grocery store, a great cafe, and the Fox Glacier HeliTours office. The office had games and puzzles to loan for rainy days. Room was clean and beds were comfy"

Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

10/10 Excellent

"Staff so friendly. Room is clean"

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!!!"

High Peaks Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Loved it."

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"

Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier

10/10 Excellent

"Pro: Kind/friendly/helpful manager. Perfect wifi. Great location. Con: Room was a bit tight."

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. The Hermitage Hotel Mount Cook

2. Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

3. Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

4. Sunset Motel

5. Aoraki Court Motel

6. High Peaks Hotel

7. Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

8. Mt Cook Lodge & Motels

9. Heartland Hotel Glacier Country

10. Rainforest Retreat

11. Alpine Glacier Motel

12. 58 On Cron Motel

13. Franz Josef Oasis

14. Rainforest Motel

15. Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef

16. Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier

17. Punga Grove

18. Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

19. Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier

20. Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier

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Top Gillespies Beach Hotel Reviews

Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels

Fox Glacier Lodge

Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

Rainforest Motel

High Peaks Hotel

Sunset Motel

Heartland Hotel Glacier Country

The Westhaven Motel

Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier

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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