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Fiordland Discovery

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

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Outdoor spa tub
Restaurant
Exterior
Restaurant
Restaurant

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
    Free breakfast
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • Restaurant
    Restaurant
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Spa tub
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Kayaking
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
The price is CA $1,565
CA $1,800 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 11 - Dec 12

Room options

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Deluxe Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Ocean View (Resolution Cabin)

Resolution Cabin - Deluxe Quadruple Room

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Twin Room, Ocean View (Endeavour Cabin)

Endeavour Cabin - Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Captain Cook Cabin)

Captain Cook Cabin - Deluxe King Room

Highlights

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

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Governors Suite)

Governors Suite - Executive King Room

Highlights

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

Map
Berth 5, Milford Wharf, Milford Sound, 9679

What's nearby

  • Milford Sound - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Bowen Falls - 8 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Milford Discovery Centre & Underwater Observatory - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Key Summit Trail - 29 min drive - 33.4 km
  • Greenstone Track - 30 min drive - 34.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Duck Cafe & Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Blue Duck Café and Bar - ‬11 min walk

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 spa tub for a relaxing end to the day.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 9 cabins
  • Arranged over 3 floors

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

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

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 more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
  • 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.

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

Children

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

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Parking

  • No onsite parking

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
  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2016
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Spa 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

Includes 3-course meal - Onsite 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

Policies

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

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?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Fiordland Discovery.
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 spa tub.
Are there restaurants at or near Fiordland Discovery?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, includes 3-course meal.
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.

Fiordland Discovery Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Magical cruise
This overnight cruise on Milford Sound may have been the highlight of our fabulous 2 week trip to New Zealand. The staff were all so attentive and helpful. Meg was a delight to talk to and so helpful. She even hung our swimsuits to dry in the engine room. Jimmy brought the underwater sea life to life with an amazing video and narrative. He made sure to direct our attention and the ship to the most beautiful sights in the sound. We were blessed to see rare penguin, seals and a waterfall with a double rainbow. The wind changed direction suddenly and we all got sprayed by the waterfall. Super fun!!! And the staff was quick to grab us all towels. The food was delicious too! It was so nice to relax overnight and use the hot tub under the stars. Kayaking was fun and included in cist. Amazing adventure that I highly recommend!
Sharon, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Just do it!
Amazing experience! Best way to explore Milford Sound hands down. Staff and captain were top notch, food was great and waking up to the majestic view of the fiord was priceless!
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Beautiful stay on the Fiordland. The only downside was that there were guests with children that they did not tend. It was disappointing because it really impacted the quality of the stay. I have no issue with children…just hard when they are allowed to run free and be very loud.
Susan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Simply the Best!
Simply an amazing experience, perfectly executed by fabulous people. From the moment you embark to the moment you disembark everything is faultless. The best way to experience Milford Sound in all it's glory - just do it, I defy you to be disappointed!
A, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Brian, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

June, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jose, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This was easily the highlight of a trip full of highlights. The staff was incredible, made us feel like royalty. The food was top notch, and the boat was breathtaking. Our original trip to Milford Sound had to be moved to Doubtful Sound due to a road outage. The owners went above and beyond to make sure our trip went uninterrupted. I would recommend this cruise even at twice the price. An unforgettable experience. Thank you to the captain, owners, and all the staff.
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The service was warm and friendly. The dinner was delicious, as was the breakfast. Kayaking was fun but less time than desired (only allowed for about 20-30 minutes).
Jenna, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful Milford Sound
Very enjoyable stay on the Fiordland Discovery. Milford Sound was gorgeous, the crew was wonderful, the food was tasty - our family was in the bunk room. Beds were comfortable but it was hot. A great way to see the Sound without rushing back to Queenstown in one day!
Judith, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It's expensive, but the experience is worth it! Such a beautiful place and waking up to it on the water can't be beaten!
Gordon, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

What a great way to experience Milford Sound! Crew was exceptional food was great! Allowed us to spend time taking in the sights away from crowds.
Gene, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Fjordland Discovery charged me twice for the trip and claims that they never received the Orbitz payment.
1-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

An Experience Worthwhile
A beautiful experience first class service , first class meals . We even scored a free upgrade where the teenagers had a room to themselves. So much to see , had a spa in the hot tub late at night and the tranquility was absolutely amazing Recommend a stay on the overnight cruise
Darin, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Milford Sound visit to remember
Wonderful experience. It was raining the whole day and night but that did not stopped people kayaking or jumping too the water. The departed was at 4 pm and return at 9 am. Amazingly different scenes in one and the other directions. We travell a lot but this was our best experience so far😍
Jagoda, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jaimyn, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

An amazing experience at Milford Sound. Not your ordinary hour long day boat tour. You get to spend a good amount of time on the boat in the middle of the Milford Sound surround by all the hills/mountains and endless amounts of waterfalls. Also a delicious dinner was provided with locally source seafood from the sound and a breakfast before disembarkment the following morning. And lastly, no annoying sand flies on board (there’s so many near the shores!)
Brian, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This was a wonderful way to enjoy Milford Sound on an overnight mini cruise. The skipper, chef and crew were all lovely and very friendly people. The cruise itself was beautiful and informative and the catering was excellent. The spa on the deck was a wonderful way to end the evening. I would definitely recommend it.
1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

An amazing experience with breathtaking views, delicious food and very nice people.
Caroline, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing five star service, intereting tour and captain, super clean and comfy rooms and deliciously cooked fresh local seafood for dinner. We loved how personal and small the group was. We got to go out on the kayak and a dingy boat to tour the fiordlands and saw seals up close! Then jumped into the water from the top deck and even had a relaxing night in the hot tub. Of course the views were just stunning and adds to the entire journey. ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Rachel, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful experience
It was a wonderful experience staying overnight in Milford sound. The crew are wonderful and it’s certainly the highlight of our trip to NZ.
1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Great experience lovely staff. Nice and private . We were lucky had great weather so took the canoes at the night stop spot
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review