Fiordland Discovery

4.0 star property
Milford Sound cruise with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Outdoor spa tub
Restaurant
Endeavour Cabin - Deluxe Twin Room | Bed sheets
Restaurant
Restaurant
Escape to Fiordland Discovery, a serene mountain haven. Enjoy a continental breakfast, unwind in the rooftop terrace or relax at the spa tub. Explore nearby attractions with tour/ticket assistance and savor delicious 3-course meals from its on-site restaurant.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Parking available
  • Free breakfast
  • Air conditioning
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (11)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Self parking
  • Hot tub
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Concierge services
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Kayaking

Feel at home (5)

  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Self parking (surcharge)
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
The current price is CNY7,551
CNY8,684 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1

Why we love this property

Onboard dining delights
Free continental breakfast energizes each morning aboard this cruise ship. The restaurant and bar complete a trifecta of culinary options at sea.
Mountaintop escape
This hotel is nestled in a national park within the mountains. Experience the thrill of kayaking or relax on the scenic rooftop terrace.

Room options

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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Captain Cook Cabin - Deluxe King Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • 10 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Endeavour Cabin - Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • 10 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Resolution Cabin - Deluxe Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • 10 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Governors Suite - Executive King Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
Berth 5, Milford Wharf, Milford Sound, 9679

What's nearby

  • Milford Sound - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Milford Discovery Centre & Underwater Observatory - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mirror Lakes - 58 min drive - 73.7 km

Getting around

  • Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 46.7 miles/75.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Pio Pio Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Blue Duck Cafe & Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Fjord Amerikanische Küche - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Blue Duck Café and Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • Rainforest Cafe

About this property

Fiordland Discovery

Fiordland Discovery features a rooftop terrace and puts you just steps from Milford Sound. The restaurant is perfect for a bite to eat, and you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge or visit the hot tub for a relaxing end to the day.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 9 cabins
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 9:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open daily from 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
    • The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Fiordland Discovery desk at the Milford Sound Terminal]
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests who drive to property may park their car overnight in at Milford Sound Terminal, Car Park C, then walk 15 minutes to the cruise terminal. Payment for parking is made inside the terminal at the designated overnight cruise pay machine (credit card only, NZD 30 per night, license plate required). Additional parking (no charge) is available at Deep Water Basin Car Park; if parking there allow 45 minutes to park the vehicle and walk to the terminal building.
    • Please be advised that this property is a boat and not a standard hotel.
    • Guests must check in at 2:45 PM to board the boat at 3 PM. Departure is at 3:15 PM.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (5 years old and younger) not allowed January-December
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
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Parking

    • Uncovered onsite self parking (NZD 30.00 per night)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–8:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

What to do

  • Kayaking

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2016
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Hot tub

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - restaurant.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 percent

Parking

  • Uncovered self parking costs NZD 30.00 per night

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Also known as

Fiordland Discovery Boat Milford Sound
Fiordland Discovery Boat
Fiordland Discovery Milford Sound
Fiordland Discovery Milford S
Fiordland Discovery Cruise
Fiordland Discovery Milford Sound
Fiordland Discovery Cruise Milford Sound

Frequently asked questions

Does Fiordland Discovery offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Fiordland Discovery does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Fiordland Discovery?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Fiordland Discovery?

Yes. Self parking costs NZD 30.00 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Fiordland Discovery?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 9:00 AM.

What is there to do at Fiordland Discovery and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as kayaking. Fiordland Discovery also has a hot tub.

Are there restaurants at or near Fiordland Discovery?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Fiordland Discovery like?

Fiordland Discovery is a short 1-minute walk from Milford Sound and 10 minutes' walk from Milford Discovery Centre & Underwater Observatory.

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