Fiordland Discovery

Milford Sound cruise with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Dates

December 2025

14

January 2026

Outdoor spa tub - Fiordland Discovery (Milford Sound)

Restaurant - Fiordland Discovery (Milford Sound)

Endeavour Cabin - Deluxe Twin Room | Bed sheets - Fiordland Discovery (Milford Sound)

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.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Bar
Parking available
Non-smoking
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

$979 nightly

Dec 20 - Dec 21

Total with taxes and fees

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

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Dec 14 - Dec 15

Tomorrow

Dec 15 - Dec 16

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Captain Cook Cabin - Deluxe King Room

Highlights

Air conditioning

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Daily housekeeping

108 sq ft
Ocean view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Endeavour Cabin - Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Daily housekeeping

108 sq ft
Ocean view
Sleeps 2
2 Large Twin Beds

Resolution Cabin - Deluxe Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Daily housekeeping

108 sq ft
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
2 Twin Bunk Beds

Governors Suite - Executive King Room

Highlights

Air conditioning

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Daily housekeeping

215 sq ft
Ocean view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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Free parking
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Restaurant

$961 nightly

Dec 15 - Dec 16

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

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 - 44 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
Rainforest Cafe
‪Fjord-Tee Aufbrühen - ‬6 min drive
‪Feinschmeckerlokal Am Fjord - ‬5 min drive

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

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

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
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
- 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.

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

- Uncovered onsite self parking (NZD 30.00 per night)

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.