Rainforest Retreat
46 Cron Street
View on map and nearby hotels
Why people book this hotel
“I did love the 2 bedroom house, very cosy with a great spa pool on the deck”
“Check in was great, the 3 bedroom villa was set back in a private area surrounde…”
“Look the room and location”
“Location is great and it’s a nice setting in the bush”
“The room was very clean, warm and the lights and heater where on for me on arriv…”
“From Kristel to the cleaning crew”
“Very friendly nd helpful staff, Great food Very comfortable Handy to town Great…”
“Receptionist is warm and friendly”
Overview
Deep In the heart of west coast glacier country, Rainforest Retreat offers a range of accommodation set amongst lush native bush in the Franz Josef township. Rainforest Retreat offers a range of accommodation from luxury tree huts to backpackers rooms. Guests can relax in the spas and sauna, dine out and have fun at the bar/restaurant, or just relish the bush setting and cook up barbecues with new friends.
Traveller reviews
Cattelijne
family_with_children
June 20, 2026
“Great experience, living in the forrest!”
I did love the 2 bedroom house, very cosy with a great spa pool on the deck. we had two bedrooms ensuite, very luxury. Nice view of the mountain, good restaurant on the property.
Anthony
family_with_children
June 19, 2026
“Private retreat in the forest for a relaxing and peaceful stay”
Check in was great, the 3 bedroom villa was set back in a private area surrounded by forest, there was a private outdoor spa bath, and food in the restaurant was excellent.
Van Schreven
solo_traveller
June 18, 2026
“Great value, spacious and very clean”
The room was very clean, warm and the lights and heater where on for me on arrival, there is a restaurant on site so didnt have to go too far for dinner
Green
solo_traveller
June 17, 2026
Very friendly nd helpful staff, Great food Very comfortable Handy to town Great value for bed nd breakfast
Walter
couple
June 17, 2026
“Wonderful staff!”
Great double head shower!
Cengiz
extended_group
June 17, 2026
“Very comfortable and very easy”
Free parking. The lodges were comfortable and they had a kitchen which was really nice. The bar inside the retreat was wonderful and incredibly cozy. Check-in and checkout was easy. We had a great time here.
Arnie
solo_traveller
June 14, 2026
Look the room and location. Spacious for the 3 of us . Comfy bed and having the small pantry corner is a bonus. Receptionist is warm and friendly.
Janey
couple
June 14, 2026
“Beautiful retreat, great location. Would stay again.”
Beautiful scenery
Craig
solo_traveller
June 8, 2026
“Pick of Franz”
Great stay here, made even better with the spa and sauna which helped soothe the pain of a long days driving. This was topped off be a very nice meal in front of the fire at their restaurant. Definitely recommend and will stay again.
Mick
couple
June 6, 2026
“Pleasant but found the accordion a little old ,but comfortable”
Pleasant surroundings
Robert
couple
June 6, 2026
“Not value for money. They can do so much better if the heating and ventilation is updated to suit the dnvand conditions”
Location is great and it’s a nice setting in the bush
Tanya
couple
June 4, 2026
“Comfortable and clean room. Laundry facility was good. Had dinner at the restaurant and the food was good”
Room was comfortable and warm on arrival
Cesar
solo_traveller
June 4, 2026
“It's a nice area”
The friendliness of the Filipino staff. From Kristel to the cleaning crew. They are very friendly and helpful.
Jennifer
solo_traveller
June 4, 2026
“Awesome pet friendly place to stay around the glaciers area”
The location is amazing, tucked into the rainforest besides mountains and glaciers. The gecko room I had was clean and warm, comfy bed, and best of all my dog was welcome. All of the facilities were easy to find and use and the staff were friendly and helpful. I’ll be back for sure.
Taylah
couple
June 1, 2026
Very clean and nice bathroom
Meghan
couple
June 1, 2026
“Always a nice place to stay, central location, clean tidy and perfect for a short or long stay.”
Excellent location, tidy clean room with good amenities, friendly staff, great bar and restaurant.
James
couple
June 1, 2026
“Amazing accommodation experience, recommend 👌”
Bed , atmosphere
BBJNZ
couple
May 31, 2026
“Loved the environment and town but the cabin was not great.”
Great location in a lovely setting.
Jayne
couple
May 30, 2026
Great to have a restaurant on site. Nice room
Michaela
couple
May 30, 2026
“Our stay was awesome, clean and tidy, quiet & equipt with what we needed. I’d stay again!”
Clean and tidy, great location
Facilities
Activities
Sauna, Children's playground, Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles, Kids' outdoor play equipment
Food & Drink
Kid meals, Wine/champagne, Breakfast options, Restaurant, Bar
General
Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Heating, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture, Picnic area, Outdoor fireplace, BBQ facilities, Terrace
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Private parking
Services
Shared lounge/TV area, Luggage storage, Tour desk, Laundry
Kamahi holiday house with Hot Tub
This secluded, spacious holiday house features 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. 2 bedrooms include an outside entrance, a queen bed and single bed, as well as an en suite bathroom. The other 2 bedrooms are located within the house and include a queen bed in each. All bedrooms include a flat-screen LCD TV. The living room features a 40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels. There is a dining area and fully equipped kitchen and laundry. Guests can enjoy the use of board games. Please note that the price is based on 8 guests. Maximum occupancy is 10 (see Hotel Policies). Please note that when booking for 4 guests, you will have access to 2 bedrooms only. When booking for 6 or more guests you will have access to the third bedrooms.
Budget Family Room with Ensuite
These cosy, compact rooms feature a King Bed, a set of bunk beds, an en-suite bathroom, LCD TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Guests have use of the large shared kitchen and hot tub.
Small Double Room with Ensuite
These cosy En-suite Double Rooms are compact but well equipped, with a queen bed, en suite bathroom, tea/coffee making facilities, LCD TV, and an iPod/iPhone dock. Please note that there is no capacity for additional guests.
Studio Motel Room
Traditional style Studio Motel Rooms are fitted with a queen bed and a single bed, or a queen bed and a set of bunk beds. The room includes a bathroom, kitchenette, a Nespresso coffee machine, LCD TV, and an iPod / iPhone dock. Please note that the price is based on 2 guests. Maximum occupancy is 3 (see Hotel Policies).
Quadruple Room with Bathroom
This small en suite room comes with bunk beds available for sole use. This room has a private bathroom, a TV and tea/coffee making facilities.
Deluxe Tree Hut
This Deluxe Tree Hut is privately nestled amongst lush rainforest. It features a king bed with linen and plush pillows. Large en suite bathroom comes with rain shower and underfloor heating. Continental breakfast making facilities include a Nespresso machine.
Deluxe Tree Lodge
This spacious, stylish studio is privately nestled amongst lush rainforest with large spacious decks. There is a king-sized bed and a single-sized beds, each with pristine linen and plush pillows. There is a large en suite bathroom with a rain shower and underfloor heating. A sofa, satellite TV and a kitchenette with a Nespresso coffee machine are included.
Gecko Cottage
Secluded in the Gecko Village, these Cottages are 1940’s forestry worker’s huts that have been given a modern makeover. Each room features a king bed, a compact bathroom, tea/coffee and breakfast making facilities, and a TV. The Gecko village features 5 Gecko Cottages and a stylish modern House in a tranquil rainforest setting with a shared outdoor spa pool exclusively for Gecko Village guests.
King Studio
Featuring free toiletries, this studio includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. This studio has a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.
Studio with Spa Bath
Guests will have a special experience as the studio features a hot tub. The studio provides air conditioning, a coffee machine, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. This studio features a carpeted floor, heating, a flat-screen TV and a balcony. The unit offers 1 bed.
Tree Hut
The rustic warmth of these log cabins amongst the forest canopy evokes solitude and privacy. Each tree hut has its own balcony surrounded by native bush, a king and a single bed, cable TV, a bathroom and facilities to make a continental breakfast. Please note that the price is based on 2 guests. Maximum occupancy is 3 (see Hotel Policies).
Hotel Policies
Price Watch
Email me price updates for Hotel Rainforest Retreat
Each day we'll check prices and send you an email for your selected dates at Rainforest Retreat.
If you don't have specific dates but would like to check prices for say next weekend or say next month we can check the price too.