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The Terrace
Hotel in Franz Josef
The Terrace offers 4-star accommodations with an on-site restaurant. Located in the center of Franz Josef, on a quiet street, The Terrace offers free unlimited WiFi and free onsite parking.
humar yani
Indonesia
Location was Great, Staff were Great and the rooms had everything we needed.
8.6
Scored 8.6
Excellent
Rated excellent
862 reviews
Price from$96.23per night
Te Waonui Forest Retreat
Hotel in Franz Josef
Surrounded by natural rainforest on New Zealand's West Coast, Te Waonui Forest Retreat is a short drive from Franz Josef Glacier. Guests enjoy free WiFi.
8.6
Scored 8.6
Excellent
Rated excellent
192 reviews
Price from$239.98per night
Rainforest Deluxe
Hotel in Franz Josef
Located in Franz Josef, Rainforest Deluxe has a bar. Providing a restaurant, the property also features a terrace, as well as a sauna and a hot tub.
leslie
United States of America
Beautiful rooms with awesome views of rain forest
9.3
Scored 9.3
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
232 reviews
Price from$209.16per night
Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
Hotel in Franz Josef
Featuring free WiFi and free on-site parking, Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier is located on the edge of Westland World Heritage Park.
Marcela
United States of America
Hotel was full so we were upgraded to a sister hotel down the street; the new hotel was beautiful .
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very Good
Rated very good
1,010 reviews
Price from$213.51per night
Franz Josef Oasis
Hotel in Franz Josef
Opened in 2014 and offering 20 luxurious rooms with free WiFi, Franz Josef Oasis is just 10 minutes’ drive from the Franz Josef Glacier.
Rosemary
United States of America
• Beautiful large room (Premium King Suite with Fireplace) facing north overlooking the garden and wonderful views.
• Comfortable seating and table/chairs were great. Loved the fireplace.
• Guest Laundry facilities - a definite plus.
• Attentive and friendly staff - Francesca.
• Breakfast included - a good selection.
• Fabulous dark skies for star gazing.
• Nice complimentary toiletries.
• Super clean!
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very Good
Rated very good
215 reviews
Price from$299.52per night
Alpine Glacier Motel
Franz Josef
Featuring views of the surrounding mountains, Alpine Glacier Motel offers spacious units with smart tv, modern bathrooms, and heating.
Sukumar
Canada
Conveniently located. Clean.
8.6
Scored 8.6
Excellent
Rated excellent
1,298 reviews
Price from$72.17per night
Glow Worm Accommodation
Franz Josef
Glow Worm Accommodations is located in the center of Franz Josef and offers a range of shared dormitory rooms and private rooms with attached bathroom. Free unlimited WiFi is included.
carolyn
United Kingdom
Location was great as central ,friendly lady in charge.
8.6
Scored 8.6
Excellent
Rated excellent
1,801 reviews
Price from$59.54per night
Aspen Court Franz Josef
Franz Josef
Surrounded by beautiful native trees and bush land, Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef offers guests free Wi-Fi. Opened in December 2013, the property offers heated rooms with a flat-screen TV.
Mable
United States of America
Clean,quiet, on site laundry
9.4
Scored 9.4
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
898 reviews
Price from$132.62per night
10 Cottages
Franz Josef
Backing onto peaceful greenery, 10 Cottages offers self-contained cottages with a balcony, just 2 minutes' walk from the center of Franz Josef Glacier and a 3-minute walk from the Glacier Hot Pools.
Katherine
United Kingdom
Location, value, cleanliness
8.6
Scored 8.6
Excellent
Rated excellent
623 reviews
Price from$98.64per night
Glacier View Motel - Franz Josef
Franz Josef
Glacier View Motel offers self-catering accommodations with rainforest, glacier and mountain views. Each room includes a kitchenette with microwave, refrigerator and tea/coffee making facilities.
Maree
Australia
The room was clean and comfortable with lots of space to spread out.
Great views up to the glacier and surrounding mountains.
The staff were friendly and helpful when we saw them.
6.6
Scored 6.6
Pleasant
Rated pleasant
604 reviews
Price from$55.33per night
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What Guests Said About Franz Josef:
- 10Scored 10
Franz Josef is a must do destination when travelling in the...
Franz Josef is a must do destination when travelling in the South Island, especially if you like the outdoors. Got up early and travelled to Lake Matheson to watch the sunrise - possibly the best experience in all our years of travelling. The cafe at Lake Matheson was brilliant as well and Alice May restaurant in Franz Josef was brilliant for dinner.LissaNew Zealand - 6.0Scored 6.0
A must see on any New Zealand itinerary, but one day is...
A must see on any New Zealand itinerary, but one day is sufficient. Perfect for adventurous young people who like walking, not so much for older persons. The helicopter ride was bit of a rip-off as the weather closed in and we could not land on the glacier. Although they did give us a little refund, it was not up to our expectations and very expensive 20 minute ride.
JohnAustralia - 8.0Scored 8.0
Beautiful World Heritage site with exquisite natural flora...
Beautiful World Heritage site with exquisite natural flora and fauna. The walks were amongst the most scenic and beautiful we’ve ever experienced. Only downside, which I feel needs to be more clearly explained to visitors, is that the glaciers themselves can only be seen and viewed from the lookout points if it is a clear day without low hanging cloud. We were disappointed to not actually see the Franz Josef Glacier nor the Fox Glacier from the fartherest reach of the walks. Environmentally, we were not prepared to fly/chopper to see the glaciers from the air. Nevertheless, the walks themselves are a must do, driving through the region is gob-smackingly beautiful and the walk around Lake Matheson a must see.VanessaAustralia - 8.0Scored 8.0
Our helihike was cancelled due to weather, so we did a quad...
Our helihike was cancelled due to weather, so we did a quad bike in the rain. IT WAS AWESOME! We smiled for the entire two hours. There is a sweet chapel for quiet and reflection. We never saw the glaciers as it rained for three days straight which was so sad. The grocery and a few restaurants were enough to find something to eat.
AmyUnited States of America - 8.0Scored 8.0
We were unlucky with the weather, as there was low cloud and...
We were unlucky with the weather, as there was low cloud and some rain. We took a couple of walks to see the glacier from viewing points which were really good. Paths were very good, not muddy, and there were signs to explain the ecology and history.JackieUnited Kingdom - 10Scored 10
A small town with a couple of shops and plenty pubs/...
A small town with a couple of shops and plenty pubs/restaurants. The glacier is 7kms from the town - drive to the car park and then there’s a short walk to the viewing area - you’ll need binoculars or a long lens to truly appreciate the beauty of the glacier. Fox Glacier is 30 mins away and again there’s a pretty uphill walk to a viewing area. You can get a helicopter onto the glacier but they are $$$. Lake Mathewson is worth visiting while in Fox, park at the car park and walk 30/40 mins to the jetty. Beautiful especially at sunset but use bug spray as there are lots of midgies!GillianUnited Kingdom
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- From $95.03 per night8.4Scored 8.4Very GoodRated very good· 919 reviewsGreat location: walking distance from bus stop, restaurants, supermarket, kiwi center, helicopter rides, glacier and glowworm hikes. The host was quite helpful in providing hike suggestions and restaurant opening times as we arrived on Christmas day. Spacious living room for family activities. The coffee (Robert Harris) provided was particularly nice, much better than those in 4-star hotels later on our trip. Milk was provided from a glass bottle at the reception.Phuong AnhSingapore
- From $97.43 per night8.7Scored 8.7ExcellentRated excellent· 1,638 reviewsWhen we arrived the staff at reception were very friendly and we were surprised to hear that we had been upgraded to our own cabin, free of charge, instead of the double room we originally booked. The cabin was cozy and clean, perfect for 2 nights stay! Monsoon restaurant onsite was also a huge bonus with awesome food and a huge selection of gin! Rainforest Retreat was one of the highlights of our South Island road trip.
NicoleNew Zealand - From $147.36 per night9.4Scored 9.4WonderfulRated wonderful· 898 reviewsThis place is all about the glacier and associated trips; Alice May is the well-known restaurant. Our chalet at Aspen Court, convenient for local amenities and a 10 minute walk to the glacier view point, was spacious, spotlessly clean, impeccably-fitted and equipped, light and airy, with easy parking; no aircon the only negative. VFM at $297pn OK. Rating 9.5/10.
SteveUnited Kingdom - From $98.64 per night8.6Scored 8.6ExcellentRated excellent· 623 reviewsLiked the closeness to the center of Franz Josef. However being a very small town, it isn't hard to be near the center. Close to Callery Gorge and Tatare Tunnel hikes so that was a plus. No need to drive to the start off point. Accommodation was good and the bed comfy enough. Everything worked and functioned fine. Would likely stay here again.JamieAustralia
- From $59.54 per night8.6Scored 8.6ExcellentRated excellent· 1,801 reviewsThe rooms are very comfortable and the whole place is subtly decorated with historical relics and photos that show off Franz Josef's past. The staff are wonderful and very accommodating. It is situated close to bars, restaurants and tourist attractions. Child and pet friendly too. I highly recommend staying here. We'll be back!LeighNew Zealand
- 9.4Scored 9.4WonderfulRated wonderful· 37 reviewsWonderful location in Franz Josef, walking distance to everything in the little town as well as a few nice hikes. The house was very nicely setup and very clean. Also very cozy, we felt right at home. I highly recommend this place, especially for families since it has 3 bedrooms, washer and dryer, and a dishwasher!JoanUnited States of America
- From $102.97 per night8.8Scored 8.8ExcellentRated excellent· 565 reviewsOur stay here was comfortable, and the room was a good size. The staff at reception were very friendly, and gave us some helpful local knowledge. The location was very central to Franz Josef, with restauraunts and shops within walking distance.MartinaAustralia
- From $131.72 per night8.6Scored 8.6ExcellentRated excellent· 267 reviewsBecca at the front desk was great! Her communication was well done and professional. She also told us on a rainy day to go see a movie on the glaciers, etc The movie was fabulous.
EdwinUnited States of America - 8.0Scored 8.0Very GoodRated very good· 1,083 reviewsCentral location to explore Frans Josef and Fox Glacier. Helpful staff. Amazing value of hotel stay for bfast included and also free soup in the evening! Loved our stay!partyslpUnited States of America
- From $141.34 per night8.6Scored 8.6ExcellentRated excellent· 339 reviewsSuch a gorgeous chalet and stunning location! Views of Franz Josef glacier from your chalet window! Very peaceful location, a lovely escape from the busyness of travel.LaurenAustralia
- From $97.43 per night8.7Scored 8.7ExcellentRated excellent· 1,638 reviewsBreakfast was not included, but we knew this up front. We enjoyed our stay very much. This was a great location to hike up to see the glacier.
RebeccaUnited States of America - From $65.14 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very GoodRated very good· 277 reviewsComfy bed and good kitchen and showers. Location was great - you can walk anywhere in Franz Josef and the Glacier is just a short drive away.AnneGermany
- From $59.54 per night7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 864 reviewsNice backpacker hotel centrally located in Franz Josef. We had a room for two with private bath, everything worked fine.
OliverGermany - From $60.87 per night6.6Scored 6.6PleasantRated pleasant· 604 reviewsthere was a cure of the glacier, nice bedroom and living area, nice kitchenette, big bathroom, cleanLaurieUnited States of America
- 9.3Scored 9.3WonderfulRated wonderful· 176 reviewsExcellent for 2 couples wanting self catering accomodation with 2 bathrooms close to the glacier.BrianAustralia
- From $93.22 per night8.6Scored 8.6ExcellentRated excellent· 1,298 reviewsgreat location. my room had a little patio with glacier view. comfortable room with basic kitchenIanUnited States of America
- From $60.87 per night6.6Scored 6.6PleasantRated pleasant· 604 reviewsThe location and view of the Glacier View motel at Franz Josef, South Island is the best.FernandezAustralia
- From $158.78 per night8.6Scored 8.6ExcellentRated excellent· 862 reviewsA beautiful and comfortable stay right next to the Franz Josef glacier!
BrooksUnited States of America - 8.1Scored 8.1Very GoodRated very good· 1,010 reviewsLocation and view of the glaciers from our balcony
HughAustralia
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