The Best Hotels Closest to Gillespies Beach in Westland Tai Poutini National Park for 2026

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A mountain landscape with a cabin in the foreground.

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.

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

1. Rainforest Motel

16.5 km from Gillespies Beach

Siew

NT$1,569

NT$1,804 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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

A room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of mountains and trees.

A room with a large window offering a mountain view, a blue sofa, a small table, and a red ottoman.

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

2. Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

14.6 km from Gillespies Beach

Raine

NT$1,454

NT$1,672 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

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

A modern building with a parking lot, outdoor seating area, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

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

3. Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier

16.8 km from Gillespies Beach

Scott

NT$1,890

NT$2,173 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A cozy wooden cabin room with a bed, a sofa, and a TV.

A wooden cabin with a corrugated metal roof, surrounded by dense ferns and trees.

A wooden house with a staircase leading to the entrance, surrounded by lush greenery.

A wooden dining table with a woven placemat, two chairs, a basket of bread, a teapot, a cup, and a glass of water.

4. Fox Glacier Lodge

16.8 km from Gillespies Beach

Maria

NT$2,113

NT$2,430 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A couple in a hot tub with a mountain view.

A wooden-paneled room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a rolled towel on the bed.

A compact kitchen with a built-in stove, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio.

A sign for Fox Glacier Top 10 Holiday Parks with a view of mountains and clouds.

5. Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels

16 km from Gillespies Beach

Madison

NT$657

NT$775 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern building with a stone facade, large windows, and a mountain backdrop.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a red chair, a glass table, and a wooden wardrobe.

A building with stone walls and large windows, a paved pathway, and outdoor seating.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, kettle, and stainless steel refrigerator.

6. The Westhaven Motel

16.7 km from Gillespies Beach

Alison

NT$1,711

NT$1,968 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A room with a glass table reflecting the view of mountains and greenery outside.

A modern building with large windows and a flat roof.

A view from a window with a table and chairs, overlooking snow-capped mountains and a clear sky.

A motel with a sign indicating no vacancy, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.

7. Sunset Motel

15.8 km from Gillespies Beach

Timothy

NT$1,906

NT$2,192 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

A covered outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a reception sign, and a view of mountains in the background.

A compact living space with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a kitchenette.

A building with an 'OFFICE' sign, a wooden deck, and various plants.

A grassy outdoor area with a large rock, a red fence, and a variety of plants and flowers.

8. Lake Matheson Motel

16.3 km from Gillespies Beach

Joe

NT$3,566

NT$4,100 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A stone house with a steep gabled roof, a small bell tower, and a well-lit entrance.

A cozy room with a bed, a wooden bench, and a stone wall.

A modern kitchen with a wooden ceiling, a stone wall, and a large window.

A cozy living room with a stone wall, wooden staircase, and a view of the outdoors.

9. The Church at FOX

16.9 km from Gillespies Beach

Stefanie

NT$7,196

NT$8,275 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 5 - Sep 6

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 compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a desk, a chair, a bed, and a TV.

10. High Peaks Hotel

15.1 km from Gillespies Beach

Andrew

NT$1,672

NT$1,923 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A house with a red roof, a covered porch, and a view of mountains in the background.

A tranquil lake reflecting a forest and snow-capped mountains.

A cozy room with a globe on a table, a lamp, and a couch with a cushion.

A room with a view of a garden through a window.

11. Misty Peaks Guesthouse

15.7 km from Gillespies Beach

Anonymous traveler

NT$7,289

NT$9,877 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A modern interior with a stone fireplace, wooden ceiling beams, and a bar area.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a bathroom with a sink and towel, and a view of the outside.

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

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

12. Heartland Hotel Glacier Country

16.8 km from Gillespies Beach

Marina

NT$2,391

NT$2,750 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

13. Fox Glacier Jade Hotel

16.9 km from Gillespies Beach

Kim

NT$2,907

NT$3,344 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

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Compare popular hotels close to Gillespies Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Rainforest Motel	9.2 Wonderful 340 reviews	View
Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier	9.2 Wonderful 314 reviews	View
Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier	8.8 Excellent 598 reviews	View
Fox Glacier Lodge	8.8 Excellent 366 reviews	View
Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels	8.4 Very Good 410 reviews	View

Top Gillespies Beach Hotel Reviews

Alpine Glacier Motel

10/10 Excellent

"The rooms were clean. Beds were very comfy. Would stay there again Short walk to woolies and take away foods."

Fox Glacier Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Cute room. Very polite staff!"

Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

10/10 Excellent

"This place was nice and quiet with a huge space to relax in for a couple of nights. Excellent little Kitchenette area with lots of facilities. The owners Hannah and Matthew were very helpful and their dogs friendly and enjoyed some cuddles. We moved the outside bench out a little one night and watched the stars for ages, which was beautiful with zero light pollution. A quiet, relaxed place."

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay"

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."

Rainforest Motel

8/10 Good

"We had a relaxing stay at rainforest motel, everything is spot on and we will gladly recommend this place to others."

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 mountain 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?

If you're planning to come to the area to visit Gillespies Beach, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. This family-friendly area is known for its beautiful beaches and array of dining options.

What's the best hotel to stay near Gillespies Beach?

High Peaks Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler 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, most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near Gillespies Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Gillespies Beach?

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Our top choices for Gillespies Beach hotels

1. Rainforest Motel

2. Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

3. Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier

4. Fox Glacier Lodge

5. Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels

6. The Westhaven Motel

7. Sunset Motel

8. Lake Matheson Motel

9. The Church at FOX

10. High Peaks Hotel

11. Misty Peaks Guesthouse

12. Heartland Hotel Glacier Country

13. Fox Glacier Jade Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to Gillespies Beach

Top Gillespies Beach Hotel Reviews

Alpine Glacier Motel

Fox Glacier Lodge

Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

Sunset Motel

Heartland Hotel Glacier Country

The Westhaven Motel

Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier

Rainforest Motel

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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