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"Nice place to stay, lovely space + friendly staff. Would recommend the e-bike hire, great way to get around Fox Glacier without a car! "

"Upon arrival our room was very hot. The heaters only have settings for low or high, no OFF. I asked at the desk and was told the system for the entire motel was controlled with one unit, and they set it seasonally to be on or off...for everyone. It was autumn, with weather that can swing from cool to warm. I opened windows, hoping that the curtains would keep the black flies at bay. The mattresses were horrible. So broken down that I had to take care not to roll out of bed if I got too close to the edge. Access to the room was difficult, with the car park quite far from the room. The shortest route was across a large (wet) lawn, not an easy task when pulling a large suitcase. The restaurant....the first time in many many years that I've been seated and walked out before ordering. We did find the bar down the road to be more inviting and offered a better menu. Heartland hotel was the definite low point of our travels in New Zealand. "

"Location is prefect for Mount Cook, view is beautiful. We are happy to stayed one night before go hiking. There is big kitchen in upstairs and large rest area."

"I loved my stay here! They call it a motel, but it is like having your own mini apartment. You are surrounded by breathtaking views too! The “room” which was a two bedroom, one bath, full kitchen, and small living room was clean and updated with minor damage on the kitchen floor from the fridge (I assume). Would recommend staying here! I hope to be back someday soon."

"Old charming character of a lodge. Please throw away plastic kettles. They shouldn’t be in any place. Stay away from PFA, PCA, BPA coated or infused kettles and change to a small non coated stainless steel kettle."

" Friendly staff"

"Comfortable beds, room and bathroom, kitchen had just what we needed. Quiet location was walkable to restaurants in Fox Glacier, and very close to Lake Matheson. Owner responded quickly to one issue that we discovered."

"One of the best, if not the best, hostels I’ve ever stayed in. Extremely clean, lovely amenities, and wow the view. Fantastic."

"Good amenities. Motel Central to town"