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A resort with multiple cabins, a palm tree, and mountains in the background.

A row of modern, single-story buildings with large windows, situated near a body of water with a reflection, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a nightstand, a mirror, and an air conditioning unit.

A paved road leading to a house surrounded by lush greenery and a mountain in the background.

1. Franz Josef Oasis

4.8 mi from Sentinel Rock

Allison

£84

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A modern kitchen with a large TV, a coffee machine, and a plant.

A room with a large window offering a view of a mountainous landscape and a red building.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a dining area.

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a fire feature.

2. Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

2.5 mi from Sentinel Rock

Kelvin

£38

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A motel with a red roof, located in a mountainous area with a clear sky.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a fan, a green sofa, and a painting on the wall.

A modern living room with a dining area, a sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A kitchen with a granite countertop, a stainless steel sink, a microwave, and a kettle.

3. 58 On Cron Motel

2.8 mi from Sentinel Rock

Sharon

£81

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A hotel with a mountain backdrop, featuring a red-tiled roof and a sign indicating it is Bella Vista Hotel.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, sink, and small refrigerator. There is a dining area with two chairs and a table.

A modern building with a parking lot, outdoor seating area, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

4. Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier

8.2 mi from Sentinel Rock

Scott

£51

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A mountain landscape with a cabin in the foreground.

A covered outdoor area with a view of mountains and a picnic table.

A living room with two sofas, a TV, and a large window offering a mountain view.

A room with a large window offering a view of a mountainous landscape, a wooden table, and a chair.

5. Rainforest Motel

8.2 mi from Sentinel Rock

Siew

£38

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A couple in a hot tub with a mountain view.

A compact kitchen with a built-in stove, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio.

A sign for Fox Glacier Top 10 Holiday Parks with a view of mountains and clouds.

A horse near a tree and a fence in a rural setting.

6. Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels

8.5 mi from Sentinel Rock

graeme

£24

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A bedroom with a large window offering a view of snow-capped mountains and a fenced field.

A grassy area with a white fence and chain-link barrier, a building with a sloped roof, and a mountainous backdrop.

A room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of mountains and trees.

A building with a stone facade and a metal roof, surrounded by a chain-link fence and a grassy area.

7. Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

9.2 mi from Sentinel Rock

Raine

£44

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A room with a glass table reflecting the view of mountains and greenery outside.

A modern building with large windows and a flat roof.

A view from a window with a table and chairs, overlooking snow-capped mountains and a clear sky.

A motel with a sign indicating no vacancy, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.

8. Sunset Motel

8.6 mi from Sentinel Rock

Timothy

£54

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A night sky with stars and the Milky Way over a modern building with large windows and a wooden deck.

A modern living room with two grey sofas, a coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs. A kitchen with a stove and sink is visible in the background.

A night sky with the Milky Way over a residential area with houses and palm trees.

A modern building with a glass facade, surrounded by a natural landscape with trees and a mountain in the background.

9. Franz Alpine Retreat

4.6 mi from Sentinel Rock

Faye

£54

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a TV, a fireplace, and a sliding glass door leading to a patio with outdoor furniture.

A building with a flat roof and a small window, surrounded by dense greenery and a mountain in the background.

A modern kitchen with a dishwasher, sink, and dining area with chairs and a table.

A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, stainless steel sink, and a compact refrigerator.

10. Punga Grove

2.7 mi from Sentinel Rock

David

£85

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A neatly made bed with a green throw, a bedside lamp, and a nightstand.

A motel named Aspen Court with a mountain backdrop.

A hotel reception desk with a framed picture of a mountain landscape, a clock, and a sign indicating a 4.7 out of 5 rating from Hotels.com.

A modern living room with a large window, a black leather sofa, a white round table, and a forest-themed wall mural.

11. Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef

2.9 mi from Sentinel Rock

jignesh

£126

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern building with a stone facade, large windows, and a mountain backdrop.

A building with stone walls and large windows, a paved pathway, and outdoor seating.

A modern building with a flat roof and large windows, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and rocks.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a red chair, a glass table, and a wooden wardrobe.

12. The Westhaven Motel

8.1 mi from Sentinel Rock

Jennifer

£47

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A modern hotel with a hot tub on the deck, wooden exterior, and a bedroom with a bed and nightstand.

A modern house with a wooden deck, large windows, and a view of surrounding trees and mountains.

A modern living room with a wooden coffee table, a sofa with patterned cushions, and a view of a deck and greenery outside.

A cozy log cabin room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a small kitchenette, and a large window offering a view of greenery.

13. Rainforest Retreat

2.7 mi from Sentinel Rock

Tracy

£66

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A couple seated on a balcony overlooking snow-capped mountains.

A view of a mountainous landscape through a window, with a silhouette of a person in the foreground.

A hotel with a central building and two wings, a parking lot, and surrounding greenery.

A parking area with several cars, including a white sedan and a white SUV with red and yellow markings, in front of a building with a sloped roof.

14. Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier

2.7 mi from Sentinel Rock

Kerry

£66

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

15. Rainforest Deluxe

2.7 mi from Sentinel Rock

Catherine

£155

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A cozy wooden cabin room with a bed, a sofa, and a TV.

A wooden house with a staircase leading to the entrance, surrounded by lush greenery.

A wooden dining table with a woven placemat, two chairs, a basket of bread, a teapot, a cup, and a glass of water.

A wooden cabin with a large window overlooking a lush garden with various potted plants and a small house.

16. Fox Glacier Lodge

8.1 mi from Sentinel Rock

Alison Walter

£70

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A covered outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a reception sign, and a view of mountains in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A grassy outdoor area with a large rock, a red fence, and a variety of plants and flowers.

A compact living space with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a kitchenette.

17. Lake Matheson Motel

8.3 mi from Sentinel Rock

Joe

£101

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A view from inside a building, looking out to a street with houses, trees, and mountains in the background.

A sign for Terrace Hotel & Motel with a mountainous backdrop.

A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, a TV, and a view of mountains and trees.

A table with a menu, two wine glasses, and a bottle of wine, set against a window with a mountain view.

18. The Terrace

2.6 mi from Sentinel Rock

Neil

£104

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A wooden sauna with a bench and a towel on a shelf.

A building with a stone facade, a red roof, and a wooden entrance canopy.

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, wooden flooring, and contemporary furniture.

A stone pillar in a garden with lush greenery and a wooden deck.

19. Haka House Franz Josef

2.5 mi from Sentinel Rock

Laurie

£42

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A modern cabin-style hotel with a large deck and a mountain backdrop.

A mountain lodge with a signboard indicating 'Glenfern Villas' and 'Inspection Welcome'.

A modern cabin with a large deck, a covered outdoor seating area, and a view of mountains in the background.

A red sofa with a blue pillow in a room with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area with a table and chairs.

20. Glenfern Villas

4.2 mi from Sentinel Rock

Don

£122

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Sentinel Rock

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Franz Josef Oasis	9.4 Exceptional 701 reviews	View
Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef	9.2 Wonderful 175 reviews	View
58 On Cron Motel	9.6 Exceptional 418 reviews	View
Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier	8.8 Excellent 598 reviews	View
Rainforest Motel	9.2 Wonderful 341 reviews	View

Top Sentinel Rock Hotel Reviews

The Terrace

8/10 Good

"Staff friendly enough however when we went to ask some more information questions the office was closed, even though their office hours indicated they would be open! Room comfortable, warm & quiet. Handy to walk anywhere in town. A nice stay"

Rainforest Retreat

10/10 Excellent

"This place is stunning. The treehouse 2 BR cabin is amazing, with beautiful furnishings and everything you need. The hot tub on a cold spring night was a treat. Beautiful trees & foliage surround each cabin, so you feel like you're in a private, secluded spot."

Rainforest Deluxe

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay in the deluxe accommodation. Comfy beds and the hot tub was very relaxing. Note that the tvs aren’t smart tvs so you’re limited to local tv. We ate at monsoon both nights and the food was excellent"

Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef

10/10 Excellent

"great location and nice spacious accommodation"

Franz Josef Oasis

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely wonderful hotel. Rooms are large and clean. Bathroom has a large whirlpool tub and shower. Has a separate heater. Toiletries are provided. Main bedroom is huge. Has a sitting area with a table. Has a large gas fireplace. A very good breakfast is provided. Room are a fridge and a coffee/ tea making area, Conveniently located close to town and glacier. Staff are friendly, polite and helpful. Highest recommendation"

Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier

10/10 Excellent

"Staff super friendly and up to date with road closures."

Franz Alpine Retreat

10/10 Excellent

"The rooms were clean and had everything. TV a bit dated but, no one is here to watch TV. Except us on a tuff day."

Punga Grove

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect location, spacious clean rooms and good facilities. Friendly and helpful staff."

58 On Cron Motel

10/10 Excellent

"The kitchenette was well equipped and room was spacious for 2. Room was well maintained and clean. Staff was helpful and informative. Toilet has a warmer which is good for cold winter days."

Other attractions near Sentinel Rock

Alex Knob

8.4/10 (8 reviews)

You can take time to visit Alex Knob during your travels to Westland Tai Poutini National Park. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

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Roberts Point

9.0/10 (18 reviews)

You can take time to visit Roberts Point during your travels to Westland Tai Poutini National Park. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

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Waiho Bailey Bridge

After visiting Waiho Bailey Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Westland Tai Poutini National Park. Take in the museums and glaciers in the area.

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St James Anglican Church

8.4/10 (39 reviews)

St James Anglican Church is just one of the places to see in Franz Josef Glacier, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

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Our Lady of the Alps

8.6/10 (37 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Franz Josef Glacier with a trip to Our Lady of the Alps. Wander the lakeside or discover the stunning glacier views in this quaint area.

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Westcoast Wildlife Centre

8.6/10 (150 reviews)

You can take time to visit Westcoast Wildlife Centre during your travels to Franz Josef Glacier. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

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Waiho Hot Tubs

9.6/10 (13 reviews)

You can take time to visit Waiho Hot Tubs during your travels to Franz Josef Glacier. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Glacier Hot Pools

8.8/10 (164 reviews)

You can take time to visit Glacier Hot Pools during your travels to Franz Josef Glacier. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the stunning glacier views in this quaint area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Sentinel Rock?

Sentinel Rock is located in a welcoming area of Westland Tai Poutini National Park known for its magnificent mountain views and hiking. You'll find 35 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Sentinel Rock?

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and free parking. It's located 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Sentinel Rock. Other good options within a few miles include Rainforest Retreat and Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Sentinel Rock?

Expedia has 35 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Sentinel Rock.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Sentinel Rock, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near Sentinel Rock.

What can I see and do near Sentinel Rock?

Glacier Hot Pools, Franz Josef Glacier and Alex Knob are beautiful places to appreciate nature. Stopping by Waiho Hot Tubs, Roberts Point or Westcoast Wildlife Centre is a fun way to see all the area has to offer. St James Anglican Church and Our Lady of the Alps are both worth a visit while you're out exploring.

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Our top choices for Sentinel Rock hotels

1. Franz Josef Oasis

2. Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

3. 58 On Cron Motel

4. Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier

5. Rainforest Motel

6. Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels

7. Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

8. Sunset Motel

9. Franz Alpine Retreat

10. Punga Grove

11. Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef

12. The Westhaven Motel

13. Rainforest Retreat

14. Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier

15. Rainforest Deluxe

16. Fox Glacier Lodge

17. Lake Matheson Motel

18. The Terrace

19. Haka House Franz Josef

20. Glenfern Villas

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Top Sentinel Rock Hotel Reviews

The Terrace

Rainforest Retreat

Rainforest Deluxe

Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef

Franz Josef Oasis

Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier

Franz Alpine Retreat

Punga Grove

58 On Cron Motel

Other attractions near Sentinel Rock

Alex Knob

Roberts Point

Waiho Bailey Bridge

St James Anglican Church

Our Lady of the Alps

Westcoast Wildlife Centre

Waiho Hot Tubs

Glacier Hot Pools

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