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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.

The place was great, that is my choice to stay at when we go back. Staff was extremely nice. The place had already provided space heaters for the chilly nights. It was setup really nicely. Very comfortable.
Review score
8.5
Very Good
1,014 reviews
Price from
$112.47
1 night, 2 adults

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.

Breakfast was perfect. We had dinner as well. Fabulous food and service!
Review score
8.5
Very Good
324 reviews
Price from
$206.59
1 night, 2 adults

Rainforest Deluxe in Franz Josef has a terrace and a bar. Providing a restaurant, the property also features a garden, as well as a sauna and a hot tub.

We had a pleasant stay here and luckily we got upgraded to the one with the jacuzzi villa. We stayed for two nights here, comfy space for family of three in two bedroom villa, everything went well.
Review score
9.2
Wonderful
204 reviews
Price from
$254.19
1 night, 2 adults

Opened in 2014 and offering 20 luxurious rooms with free WiFi, Franz Josef Oasis is just 10 minutes’ drive from the Franz Josef Glacier.

Nice spot to stop if you have visited the glaciers. Breakfast, special bathtub and an electric fireplace gives you a nice ambiance after a long day of driving.
Review score
8.6
Excellent
444 reviews
Price from
$236.78
1 night, 2 adults

Featuring free WiFi and free on-site parking, Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier is located on the edge of Westland World Heritage Park.

Bed was very comfortable. Good parking and close to restaurants, etc.
Review score
7.6
Good
1,054 reviews
Price from
$219.61
1 night, 2 adults

Featuring views of the surrounding mountains, Alpine Glacier Motel offers spacious units with smart tv, modern bathrooms, and heating.

Fabulous accommodation, very cosy and clean, short walk around the corner to the main street and shops/restaurants. Highly recommend.
Review score
8.7
Excellent
1,806 reviews
Price from
$71.03
1 night, 2 adults

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.

Great small little basic room, just what we needed for a night
Review score
8.2
Very Good
2,012 reviews
Price from
$58.60
1 night, 2 adults

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.

Clean , great comfortable room. Walking distance to all the restaurants. Wonderful staff!
Review score
9.4
Wonderful
902 reviews
Price from
$127.86
1 night, 2 adults

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.

Nice location and room
Review score
8.5
Very Good
729 reviews
Price from
$97.67
1 night, 2 adults

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.

Beautiful renovated motel room nice quiet spot
Review score
7.2
Good
719 reviews
Price from
$65.35
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Review score
    10.0

    Nice little town.

    Nice little town. Had great views and lits of nice tracks for walking. Restaurants were good and gift shop had nice selection of items at prices better than what I have seen elsewhere. Glacier Country Heli Tour was superub!
    Guest review by
    Jana
    United States
  • Review score
    8.0

    We dined at the Landing restaurant.

    We dined at the Landing restaurant. Very good, busy and lively atmosphere, with friendly service, many tables were reserved. Big platefuls of great food, so bring your appetite. Easy parking in Franz, as would be expected. Especially after QT!! The walk to the glacier viewing platform from the car-park shouldn't be underestimated for anyone who is infirm or unfit. But it's worth it for the view when you get there. The west coast road is delightful to drive. But note that there was road clearing operations which literally closed the road north of Haast for a couple of hours! Take heed of any warning signs!
    Guest review by
    Michael
    New Zealand
  • Review score
    8.0

    Lots of walking trails towards the glacier but sadly we were...

    Lots of walking trails towards the glacier but sadly we were not able to do any walking as it was raining hard and steady during our stay. Enjoyed a delicious meal at “Alice May” restaurant only 5-10 minute walk from hotel.
    Guest review by
    John
    United States
  • Review score
    10.0

    Great area for outdoor activities with plenty to do and...

    Great area for outdoor activities with plenty to do and experience. We did several local DOC walks (i.e., Tatare Falls and Callery Gorge) and undertook an amazing helicopter flight with Glacier Country Helicopters - Pilot’s Choice (35 minutes duration). The Landing was a great place to dine.
    Guest review by
    Karen
    New Zealand
  • Review score
    10.0

    We love that all the hotels, restaurants, cafes and...

    We love that all the hotels, restaurants, cafes and activities are all within walking distance. All the staff that we have met for our helicopter ride and hike were excellent and so friendly! It is a very relaxing place yet fun to be having a holiday at Franz Josef. But I do wish you could review the restaurant pricing as they are very steep. With all the holidaymakers in the area, all need to eat and drink so no need to charge so high...i think you will invite more tourists to the area if prices of food are less expensive.
    Guest review by
    Ju-Li
    Singapore
  • Review score
    10.0

    We stayed there because I am a keen bird photographer and I...

    We stayed there because I am a keen bird photographer and I wanted to visit the Whataroa bird sanctuary. We initially only booked 3 nights but there is so much to do around there we extended it to 5. while there we went to lake Matherson, Fox Glacier, a beautiful bush walk especially down the moraine track, Franz Joseph Glacier not visible due to mist and Okarito which has a beautiful coast and large lagoon but unfortunately the weather was not great so next time.
    Guest review by
    Chris
    New Zealand

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  • From $127.86 per night
    Review score
    9.4
    Wonderful · 902 reviews
    This 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.
    Guest review by
    Steve
    United Kingdom
  • Review score
    7.3
    Good · 1,111 reviews
    Great hotel with a cozy atmosphere for backpackers like me. Plenty of space for relaxing and socialising in a common area. The room was warm with a nice comfortable bed. The parking space was good too. Friendly staff. The washing machine is available throughout the day for a reasonable price, very useful after a long hiking day.
    Guest review by
    Andrejs
    United Kingdom
  • From $100.63 per night
    Review score
    9.0
    Wonderful · 730 reviews
    The studio had everything you needed and was very decently sized. Great bed and the bubble bath was a very nice added bonus! Located right in Franz Josef village. We did a glacier hike and just had to cross the street to the Franz Josef Glacier Guides building which was very convenient.
    Guest review by
    Hanne
    Belgium
  • From $88.79 per night
    Review score
    8.5
    Very Good · 1,934 reviews
    Rainforest retreat was fabulous! The beds were extremely comfortable, lovely bathroom, kitchen and lounge. We thoroughly enjoyed the luxury of the jacuzzi in the treetops. Everything was very special. We also enjoyed the Monsoon restaurant for dinner and breakfast.
    Guest review by
    Alison
    United Kingdom
  • From $71.03 per night
    Review score
    8.7
    Excellent · 1,806 reviews
    The Alpine Glacier Hotel was in a great location, close to everything. Our room was clean, comfortable and met our needs very well. Staff were attentive and friendly. Our car was parked outside our room. Would stay here again.
    Guest review by
    Judy
    Australia