The Westhaven Motel is located in the heart of the South Island's West Coast Glacier Country, within the South West World Heritage area. All accommodation offers a kitchenette, underfloor heating and views of the garden. Guests enjoy free parking. All suites are equipped with electric blankets and a digital flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Each kitchenette includes a microwave and a fridge. Each en suite bathroom features free toiletries, bathrobes and a hairdryer. Some suite have a spa bath. Guests can rent bicycles to explore the beautiful surroundings. The staff at the tour desk can arrange helicopter flights and guided walking tours of Fox Glacier. DVD players are available from reception. Motel Westhaven is an 11-minute drive from Lake Matheson and Westland National Park. It is a 4-minute drive from Fox Glacier airport and 5 km from the Glacier.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.3
Facilities
7.9
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
8.1
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
8.3
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Hao
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Good location, comfortable stay, and amazing view of the Fox Glazier. Really enjoy the stay and would definitely come back again in the future.
  • Shi
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Comfortable stay. Warm room , comfort ed , hot water and a shower. That’s all I need to ending the day.
  • David
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Fantastic value , handy to all sites, comfortable bed and nice to have bath after all day driving.

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Westhaven Motel

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Hiking
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Chinese

House rules
The Westhaven Motel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 23:30
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
From 06:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of NZD 900 is required on arrival. That's about £421. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with a Visa or Mastercard credit card.

All guests must sign the property's Terms of Stay.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

A damage deposit of NZD 900 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about The Westhaven Motel

  • The Westhaven Motel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking

  • Room options at The Westhaven Motel include:

    • Studio
    • Twin

  • The prices at The Westhaven Motel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at The Westhaven Motel is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • The Westhaven Motel is 100 yards from the centre of Fox Glacier. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.