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The best hostels in Fox Glacier

Some of the best backpacker spots in Fox Glacier

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Ivorytowers Accommodations is located opposite Westland National Park rainforest and mountains, just a 4-minute walk from Fox Glacier Village.

Very peaceful hostel, the bed was very comfy, everything was very clean, the kitchen was very inspiring, the sauna and hot tub were definitely a delightful plus!
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Very Good
1,839 reviews

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
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Very Good
2,022 reviews

Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef offers a modern accommodations across three wings in the Franz Josef Glacier Village, just a10-minute drive from Franz Josef Glacier and 30-40 minutes for Fox Glacier.

Lovely little spot with an alpine flavour, had a large kitchen with free popcorn and soup.Close to pubs and restaurants. Had a hot tub although it could have been warmer. Room itself wasn’t huge but it was clean and comfortable.
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Excellent
1,549 reviews

Surrounded by rainforest and mountains, Chateau Backpackers & Motels offers an outdoor fire pit, BBQ facilities.

This is a hostel style hotel but we had a queen en-suite. The common room near reception was well stocked. The reception offered complimentary French press coffee and tea with very small sausage rolls for breakfast, and coffee and tea with biscuit cookies in the afternoon. The manager (maybe owner?) was very friendly and helpful with dining recommendations and nearby hikes to Franz Joseph glacier. Well located for walking about town.
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Good
1,110 reviews

Discover Haka House Franz Josef, a welcoming and vibrant hostel nestled in New Zealand's Glacier Country.

the rooms were amazing! very cozy beds. the bathrooms were nice, but not very clean. i would have enjoyed my stay better if the bathrooms had been more clean for sure.
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Good
799 reviews
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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.

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  • Avg. price/night: $72.09
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    Excellent · 1,700 reviews
    Clean, tidy, great location and room was excellent.
    Guest review by
    Lisa
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $85.29
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    Very Good · 614 reviews
    Great location and setup of the rooms
    Guest review by
    TMAtelier8
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $71.20
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    Excellent · 1,196 reviews
    Great location, easy distance to eat out, beautiful views. Off street parking is handy and safe. Room was warm and the bed was comfy.
    Guest review by
    Antony
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $49.25
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    Very Good · 1,839 reviews
    Clean room and shared bathroom. Great location, next to a grocery store, several bar-restaurants, gas station and all the activity officies of Fox Glacier. Polite staff ready to help and give suggestions. Easy parking. Very cheap for the prices of the area.
    Guest review by
    Georgios
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $49.25
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    Very Good · 1,839 reviews
    Such a lovely hostel! I had a female-only room and the room was lovely, beds were comfortable, the showers and bathrooms were clean and decently modern. The kitchen was very well equipped, free spices/seasoning. The hostel has a small 'gym' room with mats and a few weights, a sauna, and a hot tub. WiFi was very good! Fantastic location, right in the centre. The hostel also has free bikes for hire! I cycled to Lake Matheson (highly recommended!) And bunnies you can feed 🐇
    Guest review by
    Sasha
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $49.25
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    Very Good · 1,839 reviews
    A lovely backpackers. Great bedroom. clean kitchen with everything you need. Great location. Good showers!
    Guest review by
    Ruth
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $49.25
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    Very Good · 1,839 reviews
    Budget Backpacker accommodagtion that had all you needed for a basic stopover. Beds were comfortable and clean.
    Guest review by
    Stewb999
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $49.25
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    Very Good · 1,839 reviews
    Economic hostel to crash the night while hiking the glacier. Nice location with outdoor space to hang out. Cheap and efficient laundry service
    Guest review by
    Guillefog
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $49.25
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    Very Good · 1,839 reviews
    Very nice backpackers hostel, conveniently located close to Fox glacier. Very friendly staff, large and clean kitchen and warm rooms with comfortable beds. What else could you ask for? Thanks!!
    Guest review by
    Montgarri
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $49.25
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    Very Good · 1,839 reviews
    This place is conveniently located. I Loved that Ann was so engaging, warm and friendly. Being a local, she had extensive knowledge of the history of Fox Glacier and the community.. The kitchen, lounge and the room was thoughtfully decorated and spacious. The deck of perfectly facing the mountains and the sunset which is an ideal way to the finish your day. It's a must visit town and backpacker hostel.
    Guest review by
    Duhita
    Solo traveler