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Our top choices for Sentinel Rock hotels

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.

1. Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels

Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels
2.0 star property
13.7 km from Sentinel Rock
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (418 reviews)
"Easy access and parking.. full kitchen was good"
Australia
graeme
The price is €31
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels
A modern kitchen with a built-in grill, a neon sign, and a view of the spa pool.

2. Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef
2.5 star property
4 km from Sentinel Rock
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (179 reviews)
"Really cozy spot located walking distance from downtown! Very clean and kind staff. Highly recommend!"
United States
Benjamin
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef
A covered outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a reception sign, and a view of mountains in the background.

3. Lake Matheson Motel

Lake Matheson Motel
4.0 star property
13.4 km from Sentinel Rock
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (454 reviews)
"Okay for a quick stop through. Rooms are a little outdated and could do with a freshen up."
Australia
Olivia Anne
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Lake Matheson Motel
A mountain landscape with a cabin in the foreground.

4. Rainforest Motel

Rainforest Motel
3.5 star property
13.2 km from Sentinel Rock
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (345 reviews)
"Property exceeded our expectations. Very comfortable& even had robes & slippers & high end bath products. Great location with excellent restaurant right around the corner. Highly recommend for stay when in visiting Franz Joseph & Fox Glacier area."
United States
Jean
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Rainforest Motel
A hotel with a mountain backdrop, featuring a red-tiled roof and a sign indicating it is Bella Vista Hotel.

5. Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier

Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier
4.0 star property
13.2 km from Sentinel Rock
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (598 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
United States
Scott
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier
A bedroom with a large window offering a view of snow-capped mountains and a fenced field.

6. Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier
4.0 star property
14.8 km from Sentinel Rock
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (333 reviews)
"What a lovely place to stay!"
Australia
Susan
The price is €80
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier
A room with a glass table reflecting the view of mountains and greenery outside.

7. Sunset Motel

Sunset Motel
3.0 star property
13.8 km from Sentinel Rock
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (392 reviews)
"Had everything we needed, clean and tidy, friendly and helpful staff"
Australia
Hamish
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Sunset Motel
A resort with multiple cabins, a palm tree, and mountains in the background.

8. Franz Josef Oasis

Franz Josef Oasis
4.0 star property
7.8 km from Sentinel Rock
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (706 reviews)
"Excellent breakfast included and amazing staff that were very helpful. Would definitly book this property again. One of the best motels we have stayed in."
Australia
Rex
The price is €184
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Franz Josef Oasis
A modern multi-story building with a wooden exterior, multiple balconies, and a lush surrounding forest.

9. Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef
5.0 star property
4.4 km from Sentinel Rock
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (222 reviews)
"Very helpfull staff, made us feel welcome and at home"
Australia
peter
The price is €196
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef
A neatly made bed with a green throw, a bedside lamp, and a nightstand.

10. Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef

Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef
5.0 star property
4.7 km from Sentinel Rock
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (672 reviews)
"great location and nice spacious accommodation"
Australia
jignesh
The price is €179
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef
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.

11. Punga Grove

Punga Grove
3.0 star property
4.4 km from Sentinel Rock
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (294 reviews)
"The host was wonderful, we got a fantastic welcoming and she was ready to help us with all the needs and questions we had. The room was spacious and warm, the bathroom was over the top. Comfortable, clean, perfect location."
United States
Paolo
The price is €148
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Punga Grove
A modern building with a stone facade, large windows, and a mountain backdrop.

12. The Westhaven Motel

The Westhaven Motel
3.0 star property
13 km from Sentinel Rock
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (548 reviews)
"Nice motel and fun little city!!"
United States
Linda
The price is €64
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
The Westhaven Motel
A covered outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, overlooking a mountainous landscape with greenery and a view of a snow-capped peak.

13. 10 Cottages

10 Cottages
3.0 star property
4.3 km from Sentinel Rock
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (369 reviews)
"Great location, good size, very comfortable for 1-2 nights. "
Australia
Melissa
The price is €133
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
10 Cottages
A building with a gravel driveway and a lawn, surrounded by trees and mountains in the background.

14. High Peaks Hotel

High Peaks Hotel
3.5 star property
14.4 km from Sentinel Rock
7.6 out of 10, Good, (348 reviews)
"Loved it."
Australia
Andrew
The price is €67
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
High Peaks Hotel
A person using binoculars on a balcony with stone pillars, overlooking palm trees and a sunset.

15. Scenic Hotel Te Weheka

Scenic Hotel Te Weheka
4.0 star property
12.9 km from Sentinel Rock
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (180 reviews)
"Good location, good size rooms"
New Zealand
Jacobus
The price is €224
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Scenic Hotel Te Weheka
A night sky with stars and the Milky Way over a modern building with large windows and a wooden deck.

16. Franz Alpine Retreat

Franz Alpine Retreat
4.0 star property
7.4 km from Sentinel Rock
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (502 reviews)
"Very beautiful views outside. It was nice to stay in small individual houses and not worry about noise from next door or above. The staff were very kind and helped as needed. We were able to use the kitchen to make multiple meals. Individual car park is right next to the unit which makes unloading and loading very convenient. Offsite parking for additional cars."
United States
Margaret
The price is €125
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Franz Alpine Retreat
A two-story house with a red staircase, a covered porch, and a mountain backdrop.

17. Franz Josef Top 10 Holiday Park

Franz Josef Top 10 Holiday Park
3.0 star property
5.7 km from Sentinel Rock
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (501 reviews)
"Great place to stay, staff were very helpful and friendly, great place to stay thank you"
Australia
Katrina
The price is €66
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Franz Josef Top 10 Holiday Park
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18. Rainforest Deluxe

Rainforest Deluxe
5.0 star property
4.4 km from Sentinel Rock
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (148 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel"
Singapore
Catherine
The price is €288
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Rainforest Deluxe
A building with a stone facade, a red roof, and a wooden entrance canopy.

19. Haka House Franz Josef

Haka House Franz Josef
4.5 star property
4 km from Sentinel Rock
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (127 reviews)
"Great room, wonderful staff, and central location with quick access to...everything! "
United States
Laurie
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Haka House Franz Josef
A hotel with a central building and two wings, a parking lot, and surrounding greenery.

20. Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier

Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier
4.0 star property
4.3 km from Sentinel Rock
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (604 reviews)
"Everything we needed for a short stay super friendly people to welcome us"
Australia
Vanessa
The price is €123
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier
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Compare popular hotels close to Sentinel Rock

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
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.
Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels
2.0 star property
8.4
Very good
418 reviews
View
A modern kitchen with a built-in grill, a neon sign, and a view of the spa pool.
Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
179 reviews
View
A covered outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a reception sign, and a view of mountains in the background.
Lake Matheson Motel
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
454 reviews
View
A mountain landscape with a cabin in the foreground.
Rainforest Motel
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
345 reviews
View
A hotel with a mountain backdrop, featuring a red-tiled roof and a sign indicating it is Bella Vista Hotel.
Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
598 reviews
View

Hotels recommended for families near Sentinel Rock

A modern kitchen with a built-in grill, a neon sign, and a view of the spa pool.

Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef
2.5 star property
Franz Josef Glacier
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (179)
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

Top Sentinel Rock Hotel Reviews

Punga Grove

Punga Grove

10/10 Excellent
"The host was wonderful, we got a fantastic welcoming and she was ready to help us with all the needs and questions we had. The room was spacious and warm, the bathroom was over the top. Comfortable, clean, perfect location."
Paolo 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Punga Grove

Other attractions near Sentinel Rock

Alex Knob

8.4/10 (8 reviews)
You can take time to visit Alex Knob during your travels to Westland Tai Poutini National Park. 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 Sentinel Rock?
Sentinel Rock is located in a welcoming area of Westland Tai Poutini National Park known for its magnificent mountain views and hiking. You'll find 35 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Sentinel Rock?
Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and free parking. It's located 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Sentinel Rock. Other good options within a few miles include Rainforest Retreat and Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef.
How many hotels should I expect to find near Sentinel Rock?
Expedia has 35 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Sentinel Rock.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Sentinel Rock, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near Sentinel Rock.
What can I see and do near Sentinel Rock?
Glacier Hot Pools, Franz Josef Glacier and Alex Knob are beautiful places to appreciate nature. Stopping by Waiho Hot Tubs, Roberts Point or Westcoast Wildlife Centre is a fun way to see all the area has to offer. St James Anglican Church and Our Lady of the Alps are both worth a visit while you're out exploring.