Cosy Fox Glacier Hotel

Heartland Hotel Glacier Country is a welcoming Fox Glacier hotel in the heart of the village, offering comfortable, cosy rooms and genuine West Coast hospitality. Perfectly positioned for cafés, short walks and tour pick-ups, it’s an ideal base for glacier adventures, rainforest trails and scenic flights. After a day exploring, enjoy hearty dining in a relaxed atmosphere at Sir William Fox Restaurant & Bar.

Offering Standard Rooms and Interconnecting Rooms suitable for up to four guests, the hotel is ideal for families, friends, couples and solo travellers exploring Fox Glacier and the West Coast.

Central Fox Glacier Accommodation

Heartland Hotel Glacier Country places you close to the glacier access points and Westland Tai Poutini National Park, making it easy to explore one of New Zealand’s most iconic natural landscapes. Free car parking is provided to hotel guests, with EV charging stations also available, making it convenient for guests who prefer to travel at their own pace. Other amenities include a guest laundry, free WiFi, business services, and tourist information and booking services.

After a day outdoors, return for generous meals, a comfortable lounge atmosphere and friendly, helpful staff ready to point you to tomorrow’s must-dos. Whether you are road-tripping the coast or planning a weekend escape, this convenient Fox Glacier accommodation is designed for warmth, comfort and easy adventures.

Heartland Hotel Glacier Country is the perfect base for exploring the rugged Fox Glacier and wider West Coast region with everything you need to arrive, unwind and head back out refreshed. Our on-site tourist information and booking services, means our friendly team can help organise local tours and must-do experiences. Stay connected with free WiFi throughout the hotel.

When it’s time to refuel, settle in at the Sir William Fox Restaurant & Bar for hearty West Coast meals and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

Whether you’re swapping travel stories in the lounge, mapping tomorrow’s adventures, or simply enjoying a quiet night in, you’ll find the hotel set up for comfort, convenience and genuine Kiwi hospitality. We look forward to welcoming you to this very special corner of the world.

Spectacular wilderness and unique landscapes surround the Heartland Hotel Glacier Country. Set right in the heart of Fox Glacier village and surrounded by the dramatic landscapes of Te Wahipounamu – the South West New Zealand World Heritage Area – Heartland Hotel Glacier Country puts the West Coast’s most iconic experiences within easy reach.

With a prime position off New Zealand State Highway 6 (known as Haast Highway), our hotel is easy to find and perfectly placed for exploring the region’s highlights from glacier adventures and rainforest walks to scenic flights and nearby lookouts. With local tour pick-ups close by and free car parking for guests, it’s a great base to get out into the wilderness quickly.

Offering a comfortable three-star-plus stay, this Fox Glacier accommodation is an ideal base for travellers who want a convenient Fox Glacier hotel close to the stunning attractions.

Arriving on the South Island’s West Coast feels like stepping off the map into lush rainforest, rugged mountains and a slower pace that’s a world away from New Zealand’s busy cities.

Fox Glacier suits all kinds of travellers: families interested in easy adventures, couples looking for a special getaway, and friends on a classic West Coast road trip. There’s plenty to see and do, with many experiences that are low-cost or free.

Things to do in Fox Glacier:

Fox Glacier is known for its striking icefall scenery and how close it sits to the township. Popular ways to experience it include:

• Guided glacier walks (weather dependent)
• Heli-hikes and scenic flights
• Lookouts and short walking tracks

If you enjoy getting out in nature and experiencing stunning views, you’ll find plenty of activities that are low-cost or free in Fox Glacier:

• Lake Matheson (Mirror Lake): an iconic loop walk with famous reflections on calm days
• Rainforest strolls and easy walking tracks near the village (great for families and casual walkers)
• Watching the sunset and stargazing
• Scenic drives taking in the stunning view of the landscape
  

Whether you’re here overnight or settling in for a couple of days, Fox Glacier invites you to slow down, head outdoors, and soak up the West Coast at its most unforgettable.