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Rainforest Retreat

South Island Franz Josef Rainforest Treehouse Hideaway

9.2
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Experience life among the rainforest-clad foothills of New Zealand’s Southern Alps with a serene stay at Rainforest Retreat, nestled in the alpine town of Franz Josef on the South Island. From breathtaking glaciers and peaceful lagoons to majestic mountains and pristine lakes, this secluded sanctuary is surrounded by unparalleled nature within a UNESCO World Heritage-listed area. A stay in one of Rainforest Retreat’s self-contained havens is the perfect way to enjoy this slice of paradise: embrace nature as you’re suspended above the lush rainforest canopy, inhale fresh alpine air from your hut’s expansive deck area and quiet your mind in the rainforest shower ensuite.

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Location

Rainforest Retreat
46 Cron Street, Franz Josef, Waiau 7856, New Zealand

Rainforest Retreat is perfectly located within the town of Franz Josef, close to the glacier of the same name, on the picturesque West Coast of New Zealand’s South Island. The property is less than a five-hour drive from both Christchurch Airport (CHC) and Queenstown Airport (ZQN). The closest domestic airport is Hokitika Airport (HKK), located just under two hours from the retreat. Transfers are not included, please plan accordingly.

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Dining inclusions do not include beverages (unless otherwise stated). Menus are subject to change without notice.

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Reviews

9.2
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Coni E.
Reviewed 29 Aug 2025
10
We had an amazing experience at the Rainforest Retreat, the reservation team was amazing! Sinead and the lovely Ruby gave us the best costumer service. We stayed at the Deluxe Tree House and it was phenomenal! Room was perfectly warm, clean and nothing could beat the hot tub with those views... We highly recommend to stay at the Rainy if you stop in Franz Josef.
Recommends this hotel
10
Maxim C.
Reviewed 23 Aug 2025
10
We really enjoyed our time at Rainforest retreat. Deluxe Tree Lodge was very spacious, warm, private and tidy. Great location and views on mountains, really close to Franz Josef glacier. Outdoor sauna is awesome after a long day enjoying Franz Josef views. Friendly and helpful staff. Moreover, this is a dog friendly place, which is so cool!
Recommends this hotel
10
Kirsty H.
Reviewed 11 Aug 2025
10
Very clean and tidy. Level site for motor home. Great loungeroom to chill out. Laundry facility easy to use. We ate at the on-site restaurant and had a pleasant meal. Would recommend staying here. My kids LOVED the hot tub that is free for guests to use.
Recommends this hotel
10
Richard C.
Reviewed 22 Aug 2025
8.0
I stayed on a powered site for a couple of nights. The camper sites are at the back of the site in the trees which was nice and quiet. There are tables around each site although they are old and dirty. It’s generally a nice site but some buildings and parts of it are looking a little tired. There is a free sauna and spa pool which is nice but the pool is cracked and peeling too. It’s an easy walk into the village and there is a bar at the front of the site but even that there was no one behind the bar when I went in and couldn’t get served! It’s nice enough place to stay, just needs a bit of an uplift in certain areas.
Recommends this hotel
8.0
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