Our stay and experience at the Rainforest Motel was not as good as some of the positive reviews. The room is dated and tired looking. The toilet had this bad and musty smell which I hated. However, it is near the main roads so walking to the shops and restaurant was a breeze. Parking space was ample and there is even a car washing bay provided which was useful.

Rooms are spacious, however, sparcly equipped, especially in the kitchen - dirty oven with only one element working and just two knives, two forks etc. It is looking very tired. Good shower and spacious bathroom. We arrived early evening and received a friendly welcome. I suspect this motel is a casualty of being able to charge a high price for what the town has to offer in comparison to other tourist areas of NZ.

We arrived at the Motel after being caught in the Christchurch earthquake and it provided a peaceful, comfortable place to recuperate from the experience. The owners could not have been more kind or helpful, digging out some spare clothes and a bag for us. The room was comfy, clean and modern with a new TV and well equipped kitchen - very spacious too. Fantastic, good value accomodation in a beautiful setting with lovely helpful owners. Would highly recommend to anyone. Thank you!!

I recently stayed here with my wife, 5 month old son and in-laws. We booked the 2 bedroom unit and couldn't have been happier. First off, the location was great, only a few kms from both Lake Matheson and Fox Glacier. If you stay here and are looking for a place to eat, the Cook Saddle Cafe and Saloon had great food. However, be forewarned that the takeaway menu was very limited, however, when asked if we can get a hamburger for takeaway, they were more then happy to accommodate us. The owners, having children themselves, were very pleasant to talk to while booking the stay. And told us there was no problem with a 5 month old staying in the Motel. They went as far as having a portable cot and toys waiting for us in the room. The bedrooms, common area, kitchen and bathrooms were all very clean. The kitchen was stocked well and there was plenty of toiletries. Unfortunately our stay was not long enough to talk with and enjoy the owner. The bedrooms, common area and bathroom was all quite spacious as well. The wireless internet connection was free, secure and very reliable. However, let them know if internet is needed. According to their in room booklet, some rooms get little to no reception. When booking, I told them that a reliable internet connection was needed and they ensured I was in a room that got good reception.