Westland Tai Poutini National Park

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Fox Glacier showing mountains, a lake or waterhole and a sunset
Fox Glacier showing mountains, landscape views and a lake or waterhole
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Fox Glacier showing mountains
Fox Glacier which includes a cascade, mist or fog and mountains
The Hermitage Hotel Mount Cook

The Hermitage Hotel Mount Cook

4.5 out of 5
89 Terrace Road, Mount Cook National Park, Mount Cook
The price is €188 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
€188
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Mount Cook. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Very nice. Staff very friendly special the manager magnificent place"

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

The Hermitage Hotel Mount Cook
Aoraki Court Motel

Aoraki Court Motel

4.5 out of 5
26 Bowen Drive, Mount Cook
The price is €205 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
€205
14 Aug - 15 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star eco-certified motel in Mount Cook. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Governors Bush Walk Trailhead ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (968 reviews)
"Nice and quiet place to stay"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Aoraki Court Motel
Mt Cook Lodge & Motels

Mt Cook Lodge & Motels

2.5 out of 5
Bowen Drive, Aoraki, Mount Cook
The price is €159 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
€159
14 Aug - 15 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Mount Cook. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Governors Bush Walk Trailhead and Sir Edmund ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (71 reviews)
"Had everything we needed. full kitchen in the motel units. but check time of year and what facilities are open for dining."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Mt Cook Lodge & Motels
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Punga Grove

Punga Grove

3 out of 5
Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (233 reviews)
"Lovely huge apartment with loft bedroom, comfortable & warm, just like home! Hubby loved having full Sky tv access for Sunday sports!"

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

Punga Grove
Glenfern Villas

Glenfern Villas

4.5 out of 5
State Highway 6, Franz Josef Glacier
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (366 reviews)
"Absolutely gorgeous setting with a view of the glacier. Villa was comfortable (except for the lack of bedside lamps) with a nice kitchen and good beds. Loved that they had free DVDs available (which we took advantage of thanks to a very rainy afternoon and evening) and laundry facilities. The town ..."

Reviewed on 6 May 2025

Glenfern Villas
Teapot Cottage (50's time-warp)

Teapot Cottage (50's time-warp)

Westland District
Book a stay at this family-friendly cottage in Hari Hari. Enjoy a garden, an in-room coffeemaker, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attraction Willberg Walk Trail ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (46 reviews)
Fantastic Winter weekend stay!
"Great cottage and memories made! Exactly as described - and has got our teens out of their comfort zones. Was great to get them to experience an old skool way of living! Highlight was the hot springs down the road. Really appreciated the tour of the property and have recommended the cottage to friends ..."

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

Teapot Cottage (50's time-warp)
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Popular places to visit

Franz Josef Glacier

Franz Josef Glacier

Enjoy the stunning glacier views and explore Franz Josef Glacier, a lovely green space in Westland Tai Poutini National Park. Wander the lakeside in this quaint area.

Franz Josef Glacier
Fox Glacier showing mist or fog, mountains and a river or creek

Fox Glacier

Discover the spectacular caves, ice fields and valleys of this enormous glacier on guided hiking, climbing and helicopter excursions.

Fox Glacier
Fox Glacier

Fox Glacier

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Fox Glacier during your travels in Westland Tai Poutini National Park. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

Fox Glacier

Alex Knob

You can take time to visit Alex Knob during your travels to Westland Tai Poutini National Park. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the stunning glacier views in this quaint area.

Alex Knob

Roberts Point

You can take time to visit Roberts Point during your travels to Westland Tai Poutini National Park. Wander the lakeside or discover the stunning glacier views in this quaint area.

Roberts Point

Air Safaris

Explore the great outdoors at Air Safaris and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Westland Tai Poutini National Park. Wander the lakeside in this quaint area.

Air Safaris

Things to do

Helicopter flying over the Southern Alps

55-Minute Grand Circle Helicopter

€372
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
55-Minute Grand Circle Helicopter
Snow Landing

Franz Josef Glacier Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing

€183
per adult
Franz Josef Glacier Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing
Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike

Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike

€416
per adult
Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike
Franz Josef Glacier Helihike ex Queenstown

Franz Josef Glacier Helihike ex Queenstown

€816
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Franz Josef Glacier Helihike ex Queenstown
Heli Hike Fox Glacier

Heli Hike Fox Glacier

€366
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Heli Hike Fox Glacier
Snow Landing

Fox and Franz Twin Glacier Helicopter Flight from Franz Josef

€233
per adult
Fox and Franz Twin Glacier Helicopter Flight from Franz Josef
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