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Reviews of Milford Sound Overnight Cruise - Fiordland Discovery This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

Milford Sound Visitor Centre, 1 Milford Sound Highway, 9679 Milford Sound, New Zealand

#1 of 2 hotels in Milford Sound

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 190 hotel reviews

9.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.5

  • Location

    9.9

  • Facilities

    9.6

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.0

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  • Reviewed: April 26, 2025

    10
    Beautiful, Majestic, peaceful and well worth it!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    My only complaint was my fault, not theirs. We had 4 of us and I booked a bunk room for us all to be together. In retropect, I would book two seperate rooms. We were a little cramped and it got muggy in the room with all of us in there. It would have been well worth the price to just book another room.

    We LOVED our time on the Discovery overnight cruise. The boat and the staff were wonderful. The food was delicious. The cabins were nice, the views were amazing. It was spectacular to see a sunset in the Milford Sound and to kayak as the sun was setting. A few of us even did the cold plunge into the sound. Beautiful and serene.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 20, 2025

    10
    The best way to experience the Milford Sound. Well worth the splurge.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Captain Cook Cabin - Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing!

    The crew was incredible (very professional and passionate). The food was amazing (gourmet and delicious). Our room was very comfortable. Fun activities.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 12, 2025

    10
    Kind of thought we would travel further definitely recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Endeavor Cabin - Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great experience

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: April 4, 2025

    10
    A highlight of our trip!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything was great! They went above and beyond to meet dietary needs. The staff was incredibly funny and knowledgeable!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 2, 2025

    9.0
    A wonderful experience. Will do it again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The after dinner film was too long. It should be no more than 15min. Also more advertising than educational. If it is for both, they should be upfront about it instead of pitching it as eco-responsive.

    Everything was well done. Friendly staff, the food was great, and the scenery was amazing.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: March 25, 2025

    10
    Absolutely worth it!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The parking and check in process was a mess. They had a desk, but with small crew there was no one there early (we came 15 min early so we could better understand where to park/pay for over night parking). Then when we rushed to do that when they did get there, we still somehow were late with them waiting for us at 2:57 when everyone else was already on board even though the paperwork said “boards at 3pm- departs 3:10pm”. Not an encouraging start

    So much great stuff! The extra little things really made it exceed expectations. Examples- the captain feeding us great info the whole time, a kayak break, the food, the games on board, and the hot tub at night. Even with all 22 people (full capacit) it felt VERY roomy and comfortable. We were beyond pleased!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 21, 2025

    10
    see above
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    NOTHING

    Exceptional Experience!!! Crew: Joe,Jack, Cora, Meg and Furman absolutely amazing. Attentive, Fun, Informative, and Outstanding Dining! Best value ever- from tour, kayaking, video through meals and snacks - all Perfection. Would highly recommend!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 13, 2025

    10
    What a fantastic stay and experience !!! Highlight of our trip so far. Captain Jack & crew did everything to make o
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Captain Cook Cabin - Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Everything

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 12, 2025

    9.0
    One of our best experience in NZ
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Captain Cook Cabin - Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The following shall be improved: - the location of the dedicated car park should be explained better - considering the price of the cruise, I was expecting more care from the crew team and better organization (more detailed explanations of the steps of the cruise at the very start, assigning the room, ensuring there's enough food for everyone)

    A wonderful experience ! Landscapes of the fjords are just magical, and being on the water makes the things greater: view from the room, while laying in your bed, is perfect ! Seashores, waterfalls, Milky Way (from the hot tubs on the top deck) just amazing. The cruise also offers to go kayaking and swimming in the fjord, an unforgettable experience ! Congrats to the cooker, diner was just delicious (fundamental point for us :) )

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 5, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Endeavor Cabin - Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Staff was amazing!

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: March 4, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Governor's Cabin - Executive King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    We were unhappy that after dinner they made us watch a video that was basically a 45 minute commercial for the company showing different cruises they offer. We wanted to use our time to enjoy the remaining hour of sunlight to enjoy the Milford Sound. This made everyone very uncomfortable and no one wanted to sit through this long video!

    The Milford Sound is beautiful and the overnight cruise was the best way to see it. the ood and staff were very good.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: March 2, 2025

    10
    For us, an expensive choice but would do it again in a heartbeat!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Everything

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: February 27, 2025

    9.0
    Fantastic trip
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Captain Cook Cabin - Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Highly professional staff. Excellent captain and guide.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 23, 2025

    10
    Amazing stay on the Milford!! Highly recommend to anyone visiting.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Another couple and us agreed that a welcome cocktail would have been nice. It sets the tone for the stay and makes us feel appreciated.

    We loved everything from the food to the rooms to the views!

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 18, 2025

    10
    Highlight of our trip!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Captain Cook Cabin - Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The Milford Sound Overnight Cruise with Fiordland Discovery was the highlight of our trip in December! We would and have been recommending to everyone! The views are breathtaking and it is great having a small amount of guests on the boat. The staff are lovely, very attentive and the chef's food was amazing and so fresh. Being able to kayak was an amazing opportunity to explore away from the boat.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: February 17, 2025

    9.0
    The staff were amazing and attentive. The food was restaurant quality. The whole experience was exce
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Good quality food and cooked to order ans perfection

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 11, 2025

    10
    A brilliant experience and adventure!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Captain Cook Cabin - Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bit hot in cabin at night

    Experience was exceptional, food divine, structure of activities and experiences were well timed.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 4, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Captain Cook Cabin - Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    All

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 3, 2025

    10
    Dream stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Absolutely lovely experience! The ship, the crew, and the food are fabulous. The weather was stunning for us and now I’m looking forward to a second trip on a rainy day.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: January 25, 2025

    10
    Fantastic experience….definitely recommend!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Was lovely and comfortable. Staff were very friendly and food was great. Very informative about the area and its history.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 25, 2025

    10
    Great experience with amazing service….definitely recommend!!!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The staff were lovely and the food was top class. Nice lounge area to relax and be comfortable. Was great to have a limited number of people.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 22, 2025

    10
    A must do at least once in a lifetime!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Captain Cook Cabin - Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    It was an amazing experience doing an overnight cruise in Milford Sound - beautiful setting and the crew were fantastic! They looked after us well and made sure our trip was as good as it can be!

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 19, 2025

    10
    A trip of a lifetime. Weather was wonderful, views amazing, saw fur seals and dolphins. Crew were attentive, loved the f
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Captain Cook Cabin - Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Amazing, absolutely loved the whole experience.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 19, 2025

    10
    Do it !!!!!! Perfection !
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Endeavor Cabin - Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The absolute best trip I’ve almost ever taken. Breathtaking and the crew led by Francis were out of this world. I’m so incredibly grateful Francis and his crew were with us. Trip of a lifetime !

    Stayed in January 2025

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