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

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

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

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

1. Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

3.2 km from Lake Matheson

Raine

￥7,390

￥8,498 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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 covered outdoor area with a view of mountains and a picnic table.

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

2. Rainforest Motel

5 km from Lake Matheson

Siew

￥9,606

￥11,047 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 5 - Sep 6

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

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and a small refrigerator. There is a dining area with a chair and a table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

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

3. Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier

5.2 km from Lake Matheson

Scott

￥8,646

￥10,087 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

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

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

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

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

4. Fox Glacier Lodge

5.3 km from Lake Matheson

Maria

￥10,674

￥12,275 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A couple in a hot tub with a mountain view.

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

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

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.

5. Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels

4.5 km from Lake Matheson

Madison

￥3,497

￥4,169 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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

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.

6. The Westhaven Motel

5.2 km from Lake Matheson

Alison

￥8,247

￥9,511 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A neatly made bed with a green throw, a bedside lamp, and a nightstand.

A hotel reception desk with a framed picture of a mountain landscape, a clock, and a sign indicating a 4.7 out of 5 rating from Hotels.com.

A window with a view of a lush garden with various plants and a small stream.

A modern living room with a large window, a black leather sofa, a white round table, and a forest-themed wall mural.

7. Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef

18.9 km from Lake Matheson

Chandan

￥16,619

￥19,329 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

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

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

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

A modern building with large windows and a flat roof.

8. Sunset Motel

4.2 km from Lake Matheson

Timothy

￥9,662

￥11,111 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a TV, a fireplace, and a sliding glass door leading to a patio with outdoor furniture.

A modern kitchen with a dishwasher, sink, and dining area with chairs and a table.

A hotel room with a large bed, a leather sofa, a coffee table, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, stainless steel sink, and a compact refrigerator.

9. Punga Grove

18.6 km from Lake Matheson

Milena

￥16,400

￥19,005 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A motel with a red roof, located in a mountainous area with a clear sky.

A modern living room with a dining area, a sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A building with a red roof and stone facade, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a fan, a green sofa, and a painting on the wall.

10. 58 On Cron Motel

18.8 km from Lake Matheson

Zhi Jun

￥15,864

￥18,413 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

11. Rainforest Deluxe

18.6 km from Lake Matheson

Xavier

￥21,452

￥24,670 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A modern kitchen with a large TV, a coffee machine, and a plant.

A room with a large window offering a view of a mountainous landscape and a red building.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a dining area.

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a fire feature.

12. Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

18.5 km from Lake Matheson

Kelvin

￥7,390

￥8,498 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A wooden bench outside a building with a view of a road and mountains.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, two chairs, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A building with a sloped roof, white walls, and a view of snow-capped mountains in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a table with a remote control, and a TV mounted on the wall.

13. Alpine Glacier Motel

18.5 km from Lake Matheson

Cheryl

￥10,642

￥12,305 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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

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

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

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

14. Lake Matheson Motel

4.7 km from Lake Matheson

Joe

￥20,597

￥23,687 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 12 - Sep 13

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

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

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

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

15. The Church at FOX

5.3 km from Lake Matheson

Stefanie

￥39,018

￥45,115 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

An outdoor dining area with tables set for two, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A modern building entrance with wooden paneling, a glass door, and a view of a lush garden.

A table with a bottle of champagne and two glasses, a chair, and a view of greenery through a window.

A modern building with a long corridor and multiple balconies, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.

16. Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

18.6 km from Lake Matheson

peter

￥31,380

￥40,482 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A view from inside a building, looking out to a street with houses, trees, and mountains in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, a TV, and a view of mountains and trees.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a mountain view.

A table with a menu, two wine glasses, and a bottle of wine, set against a window with a mountain view.

17. The Terrace

18.6 km from Lake Matheson

Sandra

￥16,898

￥19,614 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A couple seated on a balcony overlooking snow-capped mountains.

A hotel with a central building and two wings, a parking lot, and surrounding greenery.

A parking area with several cars, including a white sedan and a white SUV with red and yellow markings, in front of a building with a sloped roof.

A view of a mountainous landscape through a window, with a silhouette of a person in the foreground.

18. Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier

18.6 km from Lake Matheson

Aviral

￥9,423

￥10,919 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A covered outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, overlooking a mountainous landscape with greenery and a view of a snow-capped peak.

A window with a view of a mountain range and a palm tree.

A dining area with a glass table and chairs, a sofa with a green pillow, and a view of a wooden fence through large windows.

A resort with multiple bungalow-style buildings, a gravel driveway, and lush greenery including ferns and flowering plants.

19. 10 Cottages

18.7 km from Lake Matheson

Melissa

￥16,947

￥19,607 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

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.

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.

20. High Peaks Hotel

3.6 km from Lake Matheson

Andrew

￥8,498

￥9,773 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Matheson

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier	9.2 Wonderful 314 reviews	View
Rainforest Motel	9.2 Wonderful 340 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 Lake Matheson Hotel Reviews

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."

High Peaks Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Loved it."

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 Lake Matheson

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 mountain views in this quaint area.

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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 mountain views in this quaint area.

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Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest

8.8/10 (48 reviews)

You can take time to visit Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest during your travels to Fox Glacier. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the stunning glacier views in this quaint area.

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Te Koha Gallery

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Te Koha Gallery during your trip to Fox Glacier. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Matheson?

Lake Matheson is located in an area that travelers like for its glaciers. You'll find 17 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Lake Matheson?

Fox Glacier Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this guesthouse offers free parking and free WiFi. It's located 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Lake Matheson. Other good options within a few miles include Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier and Sunset Motel.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Lake Matheson?

Expedia has 17 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Lake Matheson.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Matheson, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Lake Matheson.

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

For more details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Lake Matheson, click here.

What can I see and do near Lake Matheson?

Enjoy nature at Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest, Lake Gault, or Peak Viewpoint. Stopping by Minnehaha Walk, Fox Glacier Guiding, or Fox Glacier South Side Walkway is a fun way to see all the area has to offer. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you might plan a visit to Lake Matheson and Lake Matheson.

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Our top choices for Lake Matheson hotels

1. Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

2. Rainforest Motel

3. Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier

4. Fox Glacier Lodge

5. Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels

6. The Westhaven Motel

7. Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef

8. Sunset Motel

9. Punga Grove

10. 58 On Cron Motel

11. Rainforest Deluxe

12. Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

13. Alpine Glacier Motel

14. Lake Matheson Motel

15. The Church at FOX

16. Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

17. The Terrace

18. Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier

19. 10 Cottages

20. High Peaks Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to Lake Matheson

Top Lake Matheson Hotel Reviews

Fox Glacier Lodge

Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

High Peaks Hotel

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

Sunset Motel

Heartland Hotel Glacier Country

The Westhaven Motel

Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier

Rainforest Motel

Other attractions near Lake Matheson

Peak Viewpoint

Lake Matheson

Lake Matheson

Minnehaha Walk

Fox Glacier Guiding

Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest

Te Koha Gallery

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