Rainforest Retreat

4 stars
46 Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier 7886, New Zealand
Franz Josef Glacier, New Zealand
+64 3752 0220
8.5
Very good
based on 3414 reviews
3,414 reviews
Thu 23/4
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Fri 24/4
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
C$ 126
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
King room
C$ 126
Queen room
C$ 257
Standard Room
C$ 434
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Overview

Rainforest Retreat is located on South Island and provides 4-star facilities as well as a Jacuzzi. A short stroll from Glacier Hot Pools, it offers cosy rooms equipped with a kitchenette, a refrigerator and a spa bath.

This luxury resort provides a 24-hour reception, a BBQ/picnic area and a sauna. Guests can enjoy the recreational facilities available, such as billiards and a playground.

Rainforest Retreat provides 30 rooms, all of which are equipped with a microwave, tea and coffee making facilities and a dishwasher. They are also fitted with a hair dryer and an oven.

Guests of Rainforest Retreat Franz Josef can enjoy a beverage at Monsoon Bar, after enjoying a meal at Monsoon Restaurant.

8.5
Very good rating
Based on 3,414 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Rainforest Retreat

Thu 23/4
-
Fri 24/4
Deluxe room
bed type unknown
C$ 451
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
C$ 483
nightly with fees
Queen room
1 queen bed
C$ 257
nightly with fees
King room
bed type unknown
C$ 126
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
C$ 134
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
C$ 192
nightly with fees
Standard Room
bed type unknown
C$ 434
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Rainforest Retreat

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Free toiletries

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenware
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining area
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchenette

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shared toilet
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Grill
  • Balcony
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Towels
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Tumble dryer
  • Washing machine

Pool and spa

  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining table

Services and conveniences

  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • 24hr front desk

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • No smoking

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Pool table

Family friendly

  • Kids meals
  • Playground

Health and safety

  • Safe

Reviews of Rainforest Retreat

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3414 verified ratings
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560
Good
403
Okay
161
Fair
118
Mediocre
59
Poor
51

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Location

46 Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier 7886

What's nearby

  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre159 m
  • Glacier Hot Pools238 m
  • Franz Josef Glacier9.9 km
  • Malte Brun22.1 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 10:00 AM

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Rainforest Retreat

  • How long should you stay at Rainforest Retreat? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at Rainforest Retreat

  • Where is Rainforest Retreat located?

    Rainforest Retreat is located at 46 Cron Street, 0.4 km from the centre of Franz Josef Glacier. Westcoast Wildlife Centre is the closest landmark to Rainforest Retreat.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Rainforest Retreat?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 10:00 AM at Rainforest Retreat.

  • Does Rainforest Retreat offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Rainforest Retreat offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Rainforest Retreat offer free parking?

    Yes, Rainforest Retreat offers free parking.

  • How far is Rainforest Retreat from the airport?

    Rainforest Retreat is 99.1 km from Hokitika Arpt. Rainforest Retreat is 131.1 km from Timaru.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Rainforest Retreat hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Rainforest Retreat in Franz Josef Glacier and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Rainforest Retreat and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Rainforest Retreat.

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Distance to downtown

8.5
0.4 km

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