Rainforest Retreat
Franz Josef Glacier
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Rainforest Retreat
Experience true nature in style......
Immerse yourself in the spectacular mountains and bush of New Zealand’s West Coast. Rainforest Retreat is a unique destination with varied options to suit the budgets and needs of all travellers.
Nestled amongst native bush and lush Punga groves in Franz Josef Village, Rainforest Retreat offers a varied range of accommodation, all built to embrace the natural environment. Whatever the season, you can explore the South Island’s glacier country and West Coast region from Rainforest Retreat. More than just accomodation, it’s a captivating experience.
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South Island ▷ West Coast ▷ Cron street |
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Reviews
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5.0/5
Pricey but you get what you pay for.
We looked at the Franz Josef Campervan Park on the way here, really small & basic but a bit closer to town.
Rainforest Retreat has free (and good!) wifi, washing machines you can use with a credit card, & hot hot untimed showers.
We were able to get a powered site that backed onto the tiny creek with forest up the back so we woke up surrounded by trees, running water & birdsong.
The attached restaurant & bar is worth a visit if like us you are ready to treat yourself to something other than camping food.
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5.0/5
Based on value for money this was the best park we stayed at during our trip.
Wifi worked well, the facilities (laundry and shower were decent). The lodge and shared room was fantastic, BBQs didn't work however not a major. The bar at the park was lovely and the hot tub was free so thats a win.
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4.5/5
21April24.
2 adults. Powered site $48. Nice place as others have said. I would only say the number of toilets and showers are low for the number of pitches.
Watch out for the large rocks by the pitches. One jumped out and ripped off the end of the waste water outlet! Ouch
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4.0/5
Very lovely site and reception staff gave us the warmest welcome.
Beware - the tour groups stay here and so there were so quite rowdy G Adventures Tweenies running around screaming in the area and hot tub.
The kitchen facilities were locked at 11.30pm which sucked as we couldn’t get any water….. not sure why and this was the first time we had experienced that and frankly, I don’t think it’s acceptable.
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5.0/5
Great spot, free hot tub and sauna.
Great value for money staff clearly work very hard to keep the place clean.
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5.0/5
Stayed in an unpowered site which was only $30-powered site was $10 more so not that expensive.
It gave access to all facilities, nice hot showers, lounge and a hot tub. Ate at the monsoon restaurant onsite which was not too expensive and food quite good. Only a few minutes walk to shops.
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5.0/5
We had a lovely time here.
Everything was clean and the spot is just perfect for a walk to the wild life center. There is a bar/restaurant in site that is really good.
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4.0/5
OK....$48 powered site for 2.
Nice greenery. Adequate kitchen but only 2 dining tables in the lounge. Good shower cubicles but beware mensroom lights are on sensor/ timer. So if sitting too long on toilet or in shower U can be stranded in pitch dark till the next visitor arrives.
Cleanliness spoilt by some messy guests in both kitchen and toilets which took almost 24hrs for staff to address.
Overall happy and recommend...
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3.0/5
Ok site but some sites are very small - our first we could not even open the doors on our small jucy condo...
but we could change after complaining.
Just gravel sites so no nice place to sit around your car but bbq area is nice
I paid more for booking online than the lady next to me just dropping in...
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5.0/5
Pricey but you get what you pay for.
We looked at the Franz Josef Campervan Park on the way here, really small & basic but a bit closer to town.
Rainforest Retreat has free (and good!) wifi, washing machines you can use with a credit card, & hot hot untimed showers.
We were able to get a powered site that backed onto the tiny creek with forest up the back so we woke up surrounded by trees, running water & birdsong.
The attached restaurant & bar is worth a visit if like us you are ready to treat yourself to something other than camping food.
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5.0/5
Based on value for money this was the best park we stayed at during our trip.
Wifi worked well, the facilities (laundry and shower were decent). The lodge and shared room was fantastic, BBQs didn't work however not a major. The bar at the park was lovely and the hot tub was free so thats a win.
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4.0/5
Very lovely site and reception staff gave us the warmest welcome.
Beware - the tour groups stay here and so there were so quite rowdy G Adventures Tweenies running around screaming in the area and hot tub.
The kitchen facilities were locked at 11.30pm which sucked as we couldn’t get any water….. not sure why and this was the first time we had experienced that and frankly, I don’t think it’s acceptable.
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4.5/5
21April24.
2 adults. Powered site $48. Nice place as others have said. I would only say the number of toilets and showers are low for the number of pitches.
Watch out for the large rocks by the pitches. One jumped out and ripped off the end of the waste water outlet! Ouch
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5.0/5
Great spot, free hot tub and sauna.
Great value for money staff clearly work very hard to keep the place clean.
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5.0/5
We had a lovely time here.
Everything was clean and the spot is just perfect for a walk to the wild life center. There is a bar/restaurant in site that is really good.
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5.0/5
Stayed in an unpowered site which was only $30-powered site was $10 more so not that expensive.
It gave access to all facilities, nice hot showers, lounge and a hot tub. Ate at the monsoon restaurant onsite which was not too expensive and food quite good. Only a few minutes walk to shops.
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4.0/5
OK....$48 powered site for 2.
Nice greenery. Adequate kitchen but only 2 dining tables in the lounge. Good shower cubicles but beware mensroom lights are on sensor/ timer. So if sitting too long on toilet or in shower U can be stranded in pitch dark till the next visitor arrives.
Cleanliness spoilt by some messy guests in both kitchen and toilets which took almost 24hrs for staff to address.
Overall happy and recommend...
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5.0/5
I think so far the best place we went too.
Very beautiful place where you get to have your own little spot, surrounded by the forest. You are right in townyet it feels like you are not when in the campsite. Lovely bar and restaurant. Free sauna and spa (though the spa wasnt quite working). The kitchen and lounge was clean, lovely and modern, kettles, toasters were provided. They were no kitchen appliances appart from that. The shower were really comfortable, they were even hairdryers and straighteners! Payed 48 dollars for two people in a powered site which did not seem much given how happy we were with the place!
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4.5/5
Friendly team on reception.
Good pitches with lovely privacy provided by an array of rainforest flora. Good facilities but in need of an update (not heated / hole in ceiling) but bathrooms were nice. There are new facilities coming but not sure when.
Nice bar on site with free pool table which was fun. Easy access to the main high street. An enjoyable stay (even though it was raining quite hard!).
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5.0/5
Such a great place!
Friendly and super knowledgeable staff to help find tracks/things to do, really tidy shared spaces, bathrooms were new and free hot showers! They have a hot spa and sauna which are all free for use. All up it was $35 a night for 2 people for a powered site. Highly recommend this place
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4.0/5
Pretty holiday park which is nice to walk around.
The rustic kitchen was nice and the toilet and shower facilities were sufficient.
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4.0/5
Good amenities, good rates $35 for 2 people and powered site.
Showers included in fee. Use of spa.
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5.0/5
Best site we stayed during the south island tour.
Right after parking the motorhome went back to reception and extended for next day. Due to large motorhome the receptionist gave us the adjoining lot too this gave us totally spacious and privacy with hedge on all 3 sides. Toilet and showers were dated and needs upgrade. Despite periodic cleaning looked very old in comparison to everything else on the park but it was super clean. Great atmosphere and respectable campers here so can really relax. Bar and restaurant up front is fantastic. Location perfect for booking activities.
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5.0/5
Such a great campervan site and great value for money.
We paid $35/night and loved it so much stayed 3 nights instead of the 2 we had planned. The sites are private and surrounded by bush with free hot showers, hair dryer and GHDs available to use. There is a cute "nature walk" to the reception and restaurant. The place is right opposite the hot pools making for a very relaxing stay.
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5.0/5
Darling camper sites amongst the bush on gravel (no muddy puddles) Dog friendly.
Free showers, hairdryer! Lovely staff, Tina was a delight on check in. Well equipped kitchen. Really loved it!
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4.5/5
Campervan powered site.
Was only $42 per night 2 ppl. Excellent facilities, clean shower and toilets, hot water, even have hair dryer and straightener there. Secluded sites with rainforest backdrop. Bbq, laundry for small fee, mountain bikes for hire at cheap rate (great to bike to Glacier carpark and back) Glacier hot pools across road. Friendly staff
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5.0/5
AWESOME!
Arrived with the intention to stay one night, ended up staying two. Great value for money, one of the first places on our whole trip to discount during this time and working in their favour as the places was a good amount of busy. Facilities were perfect. We left very happy campers!
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4.5/5
We stayed 2 nights here; 1 night in a standard motel and 1 in the campground.
We thought the motel room would be a "treat" but we actually enjoyed the campsite a lot more. The motel was very small for the price we paid and way too hot, and the bed was soft. The campsite, on the other hand, was in a beautiful spot surrounded by trees and the shared facilities were excellent. The on-site restaurant is highly recommended. Save your money and stay in your campervan (or spend your money at the restaurant instead!)
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4.0/5
One of the nicest places we stayed.
Lovely people. Great facilities. Even a hair straightener! Fabulous onsite restaurant and close to town. Super!
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4.5/5
Great spot.
Can walk everywhere from here. Clean showers, toilets and kitchen. Ate at the restaurant, which is also a great place to relax with in door and out door fire places. We had a good meal. The camp sites are gravel and set up great. Overall a great spot.
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4.5/5
Friendly staff and beautiful setting.
Loved hearing the birds in the morning too. We paid $42 for a powered site for 2 people. Short walk into town and 10 min drive to glacier car park. We didn’t use much of the facilities but there is kitchen and bbq area.
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4.5/5
Really unique campsites set amongst rainforest as the name suggests.
Ask for one of the single sites if you want more privacy. Bathrooms were fine, good shower pressure and there is a giant spa and sauna for guest use.
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5.0/5
The best place on the West Coast.
Stayed 1 night in a powered site. Hosts are friendly, setting is beautiful, restaurant food was great. Highly recommend if you’re staying 1 night or a week.
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4.5/5
Loved this place!
Absolutely beautiful setting, staff were great. Only dropped a point because the toilet/shower block was small and a bit old
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5.0/5
What a great welcome when we checked in with Oscar!
The lush and native vegetation makes this park very pleasant and special. The lots are in the middle of the rainforest. The hottub was a nice bonus. Showers excellent, great waterpressure and hot! Cosy diningarea with a logburner, attached to the (standard) kitchen. BBQ area nice, liked the rainforest trail at holiday park. Great park, highly recommended! Definitely will return and visit again.
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5.0/5
What a great find.
We paid $35 for a powered site for 2. The welcome was great and they even lent us a heater. Good facilities and a lovely bush setting. Good restaurant onsite. Very peaceful and easy walk to cafes and restaurants in the township.
