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

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

A grassy area with a white fence and chain-link barrier, a building with a sloped roof, and a mountainous backdrop.

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.

1. Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

14.6 km from Gillespies Beach

Margaret

NT$1,815

NT$2,088 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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 horse near a tree and a fence in a rural setting.

2. Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels

16 km from Gillespies Beach

graeme

NT$937

NT$1,104 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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

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

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

3. Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier

16.8 km from Gillespies Beach

Scott

NT$1,863

NT$2,143 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A mountain landscape with a cabin in the foreground.

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.

A room with a large window offering a view of a mountainous landscape, a wooden table, and a chair.

4. Rainforest Motel

16.5 km from Gillespies Beach

"Lovely stay in the Rainforest motel. Andy is a great host who made us feel very welcome. We sadly, were only there for one night, as we were passing through on our way to Queenstown, however if we are lucky enough to return to NZ we would definitely stay here for a few nights. The property is comfortable, clean and the unit we had was updated and had a great new bathroom / wet room. The whole motel complex has such a relaxed feel about it and we have no doubt recommending it as a great place to...

Ellen

NT$1,891

NT$2,175 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

A modern building with a flat roof and large windows, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and rocks.

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

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

5. The Westhaven Motel

16.7 km from Gillespies Beach

Jennifer

NT$1,677

NT$1,928 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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 room with a large window offering a view of mountains and greenery.

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

6. Sunset Motel

15.8 km from Gillespies Beach

Hamish

NT$1,997

NT$2,297 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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 cabin with a large window overlooking a lush garden with various potted plants and a small house.

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

7. Fox Glacier Lodge

16.8 km from Gillespies Beach

Alison Walter

NT$2,421

NT$2,784 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

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

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

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

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

8. Lake Matheson Motel

16.3 km from Gillespies Beach

Cindy

NT$1,577

NT$1,814 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A view of a mountainous landscape through large windows, with a seating area featuring a table and chairs.

A building with a modern design, surrounded by a garden with various flowers and a mountain backdrop.

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.

9. High Peaks Hotel

15.1 km from Gillespies Beach

Andrew

NT$1,792

NT$2,060 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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

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

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

A cozy room with a stone wall, a cross-shaped window, and a sofa with cushions.

10. The Church at FOX

16.9 km from Gillespies Beach

Stefanie

NT$7,811

NT$8,983 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

A person using binoculars on a balcony with stone pillars, overlooking palm trees and a sunset.

A dining area with tables set for four, large windows offering a view of the outdoors, and a framed picture on the wall.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a scenic view.

A building with a balcony overlooking a sunset.

11. Scenic Hotel Te Weheka

16.8 km from Gillespies Beach

Jacobus

NT$7,166

NT$8,241 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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

A room with a bed, a nightstand, and a window.

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

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a mirror reflecting the room.

12. Misty Peaks Guesthouse

15.7 km from Gillespies Beach

Anonymous traveler

NT$7,142

NT$9,679 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A covered porch with white railings, hanging flower baskets, and outdoor seating.

A bar area with a pool table, bar counter with bottles, and a chalkboard menu.

A two-story building with a red roof, multiple windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, some with red cushions.

13. Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier

16.6 km from Gillespies Beach

Lorenz

NT$4,645

NT$5,342 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

14. Fox Glacier Jade Hotel

16.9 km from Gillespies Beach

Matthew

NT$2,867

NT$3,297 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

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

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

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

15. Heartland Hotel Glacier Country

16.8 km from Gillespies Beach

Marina

NT$3,930

NT$4,519 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

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Compare popular hotels close to Gillespies Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier	9.2 Wonderful 323 reviews	View
Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels	8.4 Very good 415 reviews	View
Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier	8.8 Excellent 598 reviews	View
Rainforest Motel	9.2 Wonderful 342 reviews	View
The Westhaven Motel	8.4 Very good 547 reviews	View

Top Gillespies Beach Hotel Reviews

Rainforest Retreat

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing place! The staff, the food and the location were all great!"

Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

10/10 Excellent

"Check in was super easy. It made my day to be greeted by to 2 sweet and gentle dogs. They will come to check in on you and get a few pets before heading to the next guest. The room was nice and although we were only there one night the accommodations would have be excellent for a longer stay."

Sunset Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Great value for an overnight stay …. Nice vista out the multiple glazed windows Highly recommend"

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was nice with many dining options within walking distance. The rooms provided good heating and was a comfortable stay."

Rainforest Motel

10/10 Excellent

The Westhaven Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome location. Great value!"

Scenic Hotel Te Weheka

10/10 Excellent

"Great experience overall and amazingly helpful and friendly staff"

Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent"

Fox Glacier Lodge

8/10 Good

"The 2 bedroom family room was small and sparse but cozy. The heated beds were a plus and the lodge was easily walkable to the grocery store, a great cafe, and the Fox Glacier HeliTours office. The office had games and puzzles to loan for rainy days. Room was clean and beds were comfy"

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 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. 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?

Gillespies Beach is located in Westland Tai Poutini National Park. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, you might search for properties close to public transportation so it's easy to get around.

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. Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

2. Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels

3. Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier

4. Rainforest Motel

5. The Westhaven Motel

6. Sunset Motel

7. Fox Glacier Lodge

8. Lake Matheson Motel

9. High Peaks Hotel

10. The Church at FOX

11. Scenic Hotel Te Weheka

12. Misty Peaks Guesthouse

13. Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier

14. Fox Glacier Jade Hotel

15. Heartland Hotel Glacier Country

Compare popular hotels close to Gillespies Beach

Top Gillespies Beach Hotel Reviews

Rainforest Retreat

Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

Sunset Motel

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

Rainforest Motel

The Westhaven Motel

Scenic Hotel Te Weheka

Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels

Fox Glacier Lodge

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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