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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
2,004 reviews
Price from
$55.58
1 night, 2 adults

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.

Place is charming, good location, nice staff
Review score
8.7
Excellent
1,495 reviews
Price from
$58.95
1 night, 2 adults

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

There was not heat in the room. Had to turn the bathroom heater to get the chill off. There were cobwebs in the bathroom. Barely any room to get into bed with less than 8-10 inches to the walls.
Review score
8.0
Very Good
743 reviews
Price from
$47.87
1 night, 2 adults

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.
Review score
7.3
Good
1,111 reviews
Price from
$62.88
1 night, 2 adults

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

Great location & super helpful staff. Basic room for a good price.
Review score
8.2
Very Good
1,798 reviews
Price from
$47.72
1 night, 2 adults
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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: $71.15
    Review score
    8.0
    Very Good · 743 reviews
    The best hostel we have stayed in New Zealand. Modern, cozy, great shower pressure, spacious kitchen with dining area, there is even sauna with cold shower outside. Super friendly staff and in general nice atmosphere. We extended our stay for one more night and would definitely stay again.
    Guest review by
    Gabija
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $70.74
    Review score
    8.2
    Very Good · 2,004 reviews
    Great for backpackers and those on a budget. A nice communal area with kitchen facilities.
    Guest review by
    Boris
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $70.74
    Review score
    8.2
    Very Good · 2,004 reviews
    The warm welcome cement the impression of the place. Despite being a backpackers' hostel, this accommodation is full of family atmosphere and friendship.
    Guest review by
    Yee Kiang
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $71.15
    Review score
    8.0
    Very Good · 743 reviews
    I would say that the best hostel in nz
    Guest review by
    camrinew
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $70.74
    Review score
    8.2
    Very Good · 2,004 reviews
    A crowded and obviously popular Hostel in the heart of town ... Which turned out to be small but full of tourists... The staff at the hostel were friendly, helpful and informative... Showers were hot, Bed Comfortable and a well equipped kitchen ... Great mix of backpackers, workers and tourists were staying in this really nice Hostel
    Guest review by
    Howian
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $70.74
    Review score
    8.2
    Very Good · 2,004 reviews
    The property was amazing. Easily the best hostel I’ve ever stayed in. Rooms were spotless with so many amenities which made the stay even better. I can’t wait to return
    Guest review by
    Lesley
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $71.15
    Review score
    8.0
    Very Good · 743 reviews
    Clean hostel, comfy beds, good size rooms. Great location just a 30 min drive to fox glacier/ lake matheson and not far from Franz jospeh glacier. Nice lounge area with a pool table and a TV room.
    Guest review by
    Ruby
    Solo traveler
  • Review score
    7.3
    Good · 1,111 reviews
    Surprisingly good free breakfast including cereal, pancakes and toast. Other amenities too, and well set up for socialising. One of the best hostels I've stayed in.
    Guest review by
    Benjamin Dickson
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $249.28
    Review score
    8.5
    Very Good · 1,930 reviews
    Stunning spot, so nicely done and beautiful surroundings. Caters to all budgets! The 4 bed dorm has tea&coffee and TV and the best hostel kitchen I've ever seen! You must stay here!
    Guest review by
    Verity
    Solo traveler
  • Review score
    7.3
    Good · 1,111 reviews
    Great location, it located right at the centre of town. Suitable fot budget and backpackers who are ready to meet new friends. Very well equipped and spacious kitchen for cooking.
    Guest review by
    Ooi
    Young couple