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Te Waonui Forest Retreat

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with free valet parking and spa services

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Te Waonui Forest Retreat

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Exterior
Property entrance
Deluxe Room, Accessible | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Restaurant
Interior

Overview of Te Waonui Forest Retreat

Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Restaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Check out the area

Map
State Highway 6, Franz Josef Glacier, 7856
  • Popular LocationHaast Bar1 min walk
  • Popular LocationMoa Bar1 min walk
  • Popular LocationWestcoast Wildlife Centre4 min walk
  • Popular LocationWaiho Hot Tubs4 min walk
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Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, Accessible | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, Accessible

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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The price is $117
$135 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

About the neighborhood

Franz Josef Glacier

Te Waonui Forest Retreat is located in Franz Josef Glacier. Waiho Hot Tubs and Glacier Hot Pools are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Te Wahipounamu and Lake Mapourika. Rafting offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking, skydiving, and ecotours nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 4 min walk
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 4 min walk
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 4 min walk
  • Our Lady of the Alps - 6 min walk
  • St James Anglican Church - 8 min walk

Restaurants

  • The Landing Restaurant & Bar - Franz Josef - 2 min walk
  • Full of Beans - 3 min walk
  • Snakebite - 3 min walk
  • Monsoon Restaurant at Rainforest - 2 min walk
  • Blue Ice Cafe - 5 min walk

About this property

Te Waonui Forest Retreat

Luxury eco-certified hotel
A coffee shop/cafe, a garden, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Te Waonui Forest Retreat. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this hotel. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Canopy Restaurant, the on-site fine-dining restaurant. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free valet parking
  • Bike rentals, a 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises
  • Tour/ticket assistance and concierge services
Room features
All 100 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with heated floors and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • Balconies or patios, refrigerators, and free infant beds

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Canopy Restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Free crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Refrigerator

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

Qualmark® assigns an official star rating for accommodations in New Zealand. This Hotel property is rated 5 stars.
Official New Zealand Rating provided by Qualmark®

Property is also known as

Te Waonui
Te Waonui Forest
Te Waonui Forest Retreat
Te Waonui Forest Retreat Franz Josef Glacier
Te Waonui Forest Retreat Fran
Te Waonui Forest Retreat Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
Te Waonui Retreat
Waonui Forest Retreat
Te Waonui Forest Retreat Hotel
Te Waonui Forest Retreat Franz Josef Glacier
Te Waonui Forest Retreat Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

Frequently asked questions

Is Te Waonui Forest Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Te Waonui Forest Retreat?

As of Apr 18, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Te Waonui Forest Retreat on Apr 20, 2024 start from $204.48, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Te Waonui Forest Retreat?

Valet parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Te Waonui Forest Retreat?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

What time is check-out at Te Waonui Forest Retreat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Te Waonui Forest Retreat located?

Situated in Franz Josef Glacier, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Westcoast Wildlife Centre, Waiho Hot Tubs, and Glacier Hot Pools. Our Lady of the Alps and Te Wahipounamu are also within 10 minutes.

Te Waonui Forest Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 129 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 129 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 129 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 129 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 129 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl, Tiburon,

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Coco

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is my favorite hotel during this New Zealand trip. Room is spacious, has a private balcony facing lush green plants. The canopy restaurant provides breakfast buffet and 5 course dinner. We definitely will stay there again.

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Traveled with partner
Friendly staff in a relaxed atmosphere. Hotel grounds were lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just stayed here one night but it was amazing. Service was top notch and the 5 course dinner was awesome. Service by all employees was superb.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Akshat

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Engel

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyable and relaxing stay in this large but quiet resort. Staff very friendly and meals nice. Day spa had good services and not as pricey as some hotels. Easy walk to the township.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Rod

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The dinners weren't great - for example rock hard cheese and some inedible dishes, the staff at the food hall's customer service was inconsistent. No gym, pool or fitness centre. Plus the spa was full booked with a massive waiting list. Bit odd as it was a 3 star place at best. Some nice people on main reception but there are some real challenges in this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Julie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice deluxe room and amenities. Friendly staff. Parking a bit tight.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

General hotel information

Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Address
State Highway 6, Franz Josef Glacier
Location
Franz Josef Glacier