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Fiordland Discovery

4.0 star property
Upscale eco-certified cruise ship, walk to Milford Sound

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Fiordland Discovery

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Outdoor spa tub
Bed sheets
Couples’ dining
Restaurant
Bed sheets

Overview of Fiordland Discovery

9.6

Exceptional

Highlights
  • Staff & service is scored top 10% in Milford Sound by travellers.
  • Cleanliness is scored top 10% in Milford Sound by travellers.

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

Explore the area

Berth 5, Milford Wharf, Milford Sound, 9679
  • Popular LocationMilford Sound1 min walk
  • Popular LocationBowen Falls8 min walk
  • Popular LocationMilford Discovery Centre & Underwater Observatory10 min walk
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Room options

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

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 108 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

Deluxe Twin Room, Ocean View (Endeavour Cabin)

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 108 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 108 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 215 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Milford Sound

Located in Milford Sound, Fiordland Discovery is in the mountains and in a national park. Key Summit Trail and Greenstone Track are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Milford Sound and Te Wahipounamu.

What's nearby

  • Milford Sound - 1 min walk
  • Bowen Falls - 8 min walk
  • Milford Discovery Centre & Underwater Observatory - 10 min walk
  • Key Summit Trail - 29 min drive
  • Mirror Lakes - 48 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Fiordland Discovery

Upscale eco-certified cruise ship in the mountains
Free continental breakfast, a rooftop terrace and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Fiordland Discovery. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Be sure to enjoy a meal at includes 3-course meal, the on-site restaurant. Guests can also expect to find a bar.
Other perks at this cruise ship include:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), smoke-free property and concierge services
  • Tour/ticket information and coffee/tea in reception
Room features
All guest rooms at Fiordland Discovery include comforts, such as air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries

Awards and affiliations

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

Languages

English

Property amenities

Parking and public transport

  • Uncovered self parking on site (NZD 30 per stay)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM–8:00 AM
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Restaurants on site

  • Includes 3-course meal

Things to do

  • Kayaking
  • Hot tub

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have any lifts
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent 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; to check in, go to Fiordland Discovery desk at the Milford Sound Terminal
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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 3:10 PM. Departure is at 3:25 PM.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children 5 and younger are not allowed at this property from January to December; the rest of the year they are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: NZD 30 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Children 5 years old and younger are not permitted from January to December

National rating

Qualmark® assigns an official star rating for accommodation in New Zealand. This cruise ship is rated 4 stars.
Official New Zealand Rating provided by Qualmark®

Property is also known as

Fiordland Discovery Cruise
Fiordland Discovery Milford Sound
Fiordland Discovery Cruise Milford Sound

Frequently asked questions

Is Fiordland Discovery pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Fiordland Discovery?

Self-parking is available for NZD 30 per stay. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Fiordland Discovery?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Fiordland Discovery?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Fiordland Discovery located?

This vessel pulls anchor and sets sail from Milford Sound for at least part of your stay.

Fiordland Discovery Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 37 reviews" "

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 Excellent

Jose

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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).
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gene

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fjordland Discovery charged me twice for the trip and claims that they never received the Orbitz payment.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Darin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019