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Sunset Motel

3.0 star property
Sunset Motel's garden offers a peaceful retreat while high-speed WiFi keeps guests connected. Express check-in makes arrival smooth and stress-free.

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Sunset Motel combines tranquility with convenience. Guests enjoy the peaceful garden and terrace while practical amenities like laundry facilities make longer stays comfortable. Free self-parking saves money, and the high-speed WiFi keeps everyone connected throughout their stay.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
  • Kitchen
The current price is AU$195
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Studio (Double)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
In-room safe
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Executive Studio (Twin)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Studio (Twin)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
In-room safe
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Premier Studio, Mountain View (Spa)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premier Studio, Mountain View (Spa)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
In-room safe
  • 24 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Executive Studio (Triple)

Executive Studio (Triple)

Executive Studio (Triple)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
In-room safe
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Studio

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Fox Glacier is home to Sunset Motel. Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest and Waiho Hot Tubs are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Te Wahipounamu and Westcoast Wildlife Centre. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby. Visit our Fox Glacier travel guide
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Map
93 Cook Flat Road, Fox Glacier, 7859

What's nearby

  • Fox Glacier showing mountains, forests and a lake or waterhole
    Lake Matheson
    4 min drive - 4.7 km
  • 20km one way of dirty road but nice view, Nice Trail
    Gillespies Beach
    41 min drive - 22.1 km
  • Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre
    18 min drive - 26.2 km
  • Glacier Hot Pools
    18 min drive - 26.6 km

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK)
    146 min drive

Restaurants

  • Matheson Cafe
    4 min drive
  • Betsey Jane
    8 min walk
  • Cook Saddle Cafe & Saloon
    12 min walk
  • Cafe Neve
    12 min walk
  • The Last Kitchen
    14 min walk

About this property

Sunset Motel

Property highlights
You can look forward to a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities at Sunset Motel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • Multilingual staff, tour/ticket information and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give good marks for the overall condition
Room features
All guestrooms at Sunset Motel offer comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Kitchens with fridges
  • TVs with DVD players
  • Balconies, electric kettles and heating

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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 15.50 for adults and NZD 15 for children

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 15.50 for adults and from NZD 15.00 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Property is also known as

Sunset Fox Glacier
Sunset Motel Fox Glacier
Sunset Motel Motel
Sunset Hotel Fox Glacier
Sunset Motel Fox Glacier
Sunset Motel Motel Fox Glacier

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunset Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sunset Motel?

As of 20 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunset Motel on 25 Jan 2026 start from AU$194.60, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Sunset Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Sunset Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunset Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Sunset Motel located?

Situated in Fox Glacier, this motel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest and Te Wahipounamu. Lake Matheson and Lake Gault are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

Sunset Motel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 160 out of 353 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 138 out of 353 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 353 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 353 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 353 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rowena

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and a good size with a seating area to the rear and a view of the mountains.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious with a nice bathroom and kitchen area. What I really appreciated was the small table and chairs outside of the room with gorgeous view of mountains. Motel was within 5-10 minutes of places I wanted to visit as well as village center.
View after sunset from room 15
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Magical views from our room of the mountains.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raelene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to town but quiet. Snow capped mountain right out the window.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Truly lovely but need an outdoor furniture update and would be nice if the water pressure was better. Awesome service.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Comfortable bed with an option to cook small meals.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very comfortable and nice and clean, the view was gorgeous from our back door.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brierley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it for a family. Will definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and convenient with great views and good food and drinks within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very accessible and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views of the glacier & mountains.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wanpeng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Value and Warm Hospitality! I had a great stay at this motel! It's an excellent value for the price — clean, comfortable, and everything worked just as expected. What really stood out to me was the receptionist. They were incredibly friendly and welcoming, making check-in a breeze and offering helpful local tips. It’s the kind of personal touch that makes a big difference. I’d definitely stay here again and recommend it to anyone looking for affordable, friendly accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location perfect to suit our needs - and a view of Mt Cook to "cap" it off...
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly welcome. Comfortable clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place and great views.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chetan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to Fox Glacier and lake. Friendly staff and nice facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb hosts and friendly vibe
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good views Well appointed
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely views, quiet and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very sweet roadside hotel that is nicely updated and very clean. It isn't fancy, but if your goal is to find a very comfortable, quiet, and nicely apportioned place to stay while doing some of the walks in the Glacier area, this is a solid place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy walk to restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet location with lovely room. Big glass wall looking to the mountains. Very clean and well appointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and friendly staff. Amazing view from the room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wai Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view from the backyard in clear day sky is why I kept coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024