Top-Rated Hotels in Air Safaris

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. This five-star retreat offers luxuriously appointed rooms which include organic cotton bed sheets and large private bathrooms. The hotel restaurant serves breakfast and dinner using the best of fresh New Zealand produce. Te Waonui Forest Retreat is close to local attractions including horse trekking, rafting and quad bike tours for guests to enjoy.

- "The hotel added to our wonderful memories of NZ" - "Location staff and facility were all perfect" - "Beautiful stay at an excellent hotel." - "Lovely serene setting and nice staff" - "Great room, poor food" - "Book on room only and eat elsewhere" - "Lovely place but I wouldn’t describe it as a 5-star resort."

Motel with free parking, steps from Glacier Hot Pools
Laundry facilities, express check-in, and tour/ticket assistance are available at this motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a garden, barbecue grills, and a picnic area are onsite.
Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef offers 20 accommodations with iPod docking stations and hair dryers. These individually decorated accommodations have separate dining areas. Select Comfort beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

This Franz Josef Glacier motel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

- "Wonderful place and owners!" - "The property is very new. Room is clean and the beds are comfortable. Walking distance to lots of places in the town. We will come back!" - "Great location and accommodations. " - "Wonderful place to stay. Spotless and smells clean because it is! It is better than pictures. Peter the owner is a hoot too! Thank you, Jim and Joanne " - "Excellent service. Unit has all you need. " - "Newly renovated, kitchenette, modern bathroom. Very clean and roomy. Nice to have parking directly in front of room. Walking distance to town"

Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier is easy to find, located right in the heart of the Fox Glacier Village. Only a few minutes’ walk from shops, cafés and restaurants. Fox Glacier Guiding and Heli Tours are only 328 feet away, ask us about making your booking. World famous Lake Matheson (The Mirror Lake) is only a short 5-minute drive and a beautiful place to take advantage of the most picturesque glacier views in the area. In the evening why not take a stroll through the Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forrest, the track starts right next to the motel. Just 20 minutes from its bigger cousin Franz Josef, in the Southern Alps of New Zealand, Fox Glacier offers a slightly more intimate glacier experience. Our superior Fox Glacier accommodations includes a variety of studios and one-bedroom units. Our purpose-built units have been designed with convenience and comfort in mind. You have a choice of king, queen or single beds. Each room has a kitchenette with a toaster, refrigerator, tea and coffee making facilities and some with microwaves and cooktops. Also, you can take advantage of our outdoor BBQ and seating area. All units have double glazing which ensures a quiet night’s sleep. Fast Wi-Fi Internet is available throughout the property.

- "Enjoyed the spa bath" - "Brilliant place to stay and I highly recommend!" - "Bridges , Turns , Loose Women 0 , Red Blooded Full Sack Maheno Herbert Dwellers 1" - "A refreshing break after a long drive over mountain passes."

Luxury hotel with free valet parking and spa services
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a bar/lounge and a coffee shop/cafe. Free WiFi in public areas and free valet parking are also provided. Other amenities include spa services, concierge services, and laundry facilities.
Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef offers 100 air-conditioned accommodations with MP3 docking stations and espresso makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

- "Enjoyable and relaxing stay in this large but quiet resort. Staff very friendly and meals nice. Day spa had good services and not as pricey as some hotels. Easy walk to the township. " - "We had an excellent experience! Loved the facilities and the food at the restaurant was delicious! " - "Great food, rooms were nice, and the location was very convenient. I wish the pools had been reopened. " - "Just stayed here one night but it was amazing. Service was top notch and the 5 course dinner was awesome. Service by all employees was superb. "

The Westhaven Motel is located in the heart of the South Island's West Coast Glacier Country, within the South West World Heritage area. All accommodations offers a kitchenette, underfloor heating and views of the garden. Guests enjoy free parking. All suites are equipped with electric blankets and a digital flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Each kitchenette includes a microwave and a fridge. Each private bathroom features free toiletries, bathrobes and a hairdryer. Some suite have a spa bath. Guests can rent bicycles to explore the beautiful surroundings. The staff at the tour desk can arrange helicopter flights and guided walking tours of Fox Glacier. DVD players are available from reception. Motel Westhaven is an 11-minute drive from Lake Matheson and Westland National Park. It is a 4-minute drive from Fox Glacier airport and 3.1 mi from the Glacier.

- "Best hotel in town" - "comfortable" - "Nice stay in a peaceful town" - "GOOD PRICE" - "Best ending for west coast trip!" - "Great overnight stay on our way up the west coast. Easy check-in, good clean room with comfortable bed, well equipped ki" - "Warm and cozy" - "Good experience" - "Great value for money." - "Great value for money" - "2nd time stay in one year" - "Rough on the outside, ok on the inside"

Hotel in Franz Josef Glacier with free breakfast and a restaurant
A restaurant, laundry facilities, and express check-in are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, express check-out, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are onsite.
Franz Josef Oasis offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. This Franz Josef Glacier hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

- "Very friendly staff. Rooms are excellent and very clean. Breakfast also excellent. I would highly recommend this hotel." - "Clean, quiet, beautiful view, amazing staff." - "Lovely property for an overnight stay. Rooms are large, clean and provide a very comfortable bed. The breakfast was lovely and the staff very friendly. " - "Excellent and safe location with the room being very spacious. " - "Lovely stay in room 11, facing out back and the beautiful foothills. Bed was comfortable, bathroom was nice, the small fireplace was a fun surprise. Breakfast was simple but very good. We loved the yogurt and granola! The peaceful location is perfect! "

Surrounded by Westland National Park, this property offers heated accommodations with coin-operated internet kiosks and laundry facilities. Just nearby you can go ice climbing, relax in a geothermal hot pool or see glowworms on a scenic forest walk. Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park and Motels guests can enjoy views of New Zealand’s highest mountain, Aoraki (Mt Cook) throughout most of the property. It is a 5-minute drive from Lake Matheson and 25 minutes’ drive from Franz Josef Glacier. Younger guests can enjoy a large children’s playground with a slide. Pedal-powered Go-Karts are available for rental. The tour desk can arrange self-guided walking tours, mountain biking and scenic helicopter flights. Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park accommodations features a fully equipped kitchen or kitchenette facilities. There is a large shared barbecue area and 3 shared kitchens with seating.

- "Room was clean and tidy with a brilliant shower. The noise of the fire alarm was amusing 😄" - "Comfortable accommodation, good facilities and plenty to do." - "Pleasant stay in a privat room on a vacationpark with good facilities." - "Recommend if you need a 2 bedroom place to stay" - "Cosy and clean, needs a bit of work done."

Hotel in Franz Josef Glacier with 2 restaurants and a 24-hour front desk
Along with 2 restaurants, this hotel has a bar/lounge and a coffee shop/cafe. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, concierge services, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk are onsite.
Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier offers 130 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "Nice and close to everything, yet quite. Beautiful scenery of Franz Josef when there were no clouds." - "Lovely to come back to, no complaints about anything, enjoyed our stay." - "Beds are super uncomfortable Too much springy and squeaky" - "We were in for a night, the two bed room was perfect for our needs. Very clean, though a bit dated care has been given to the location. Would definitely book again. View of the mountain and glacier were a bonus!"

Opened in 2014 and offering 20 luxurious rooms with free WiFi, Franz Josef Oasis is just 10 minutes’ drive from the Franz Josef Glacier. Guests enjoy a spacious, covered outdoor terrace, perfect for taking in the lovely views of Westland National Park, the garden and mountains. Rooms feature soundproofing, double-glazed windows, deluxe linen, super king beds and a fireplace or heat-pump. All boast a large flat-screen TV. Each room includes a bathroom with heated towel rails and guest toiletries. They display artworks by renowned New Zealand photographer, Andris Apse. Franz Josef Oasis Hotel is 5 minutes’ drive north from the Franz Josef Heliport and The Glacier Hot Pools. It is 2 minutes’ drive from Westland National Park. Lake Mapourika is 2 minutes’ drive away.

- "Comfortable with lovely accomodating owners" - "Perfect little stay at the glacier" - "Very enjoyable relaxing environment" - "Great place for a stop over" - "Perfect relaxation hide away." - "Cosy and comfortable stay" - "Oasis under the mountain, animal companions, gorgeous garden and scenery." - "100% ticks all the boxes" - "LOVED our stay here!" - "Lovely, peaceful, large, well appointed room. Would definitely recommend staying here, we would return."

Motel in Franz Josef Glacier with free parking
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free motel has laundry facilities and express check-out. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and barbecue grills are onsite.
The Terrace offers 11 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. 32-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels.

This Franz Josef Glacier motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

- "Spaciousness, great view of the glacier, clean, very nice shower, lacks counter space in bathroom" - "Very comfortable" - "Quite a reasonable price and the property is close to all necessary shops. No complaints." - "We love the location close to all restaurants dining and quiet clean all the kitchen equipment highly recommended to the family " - "Easy check in. Room clean and comfortable. Easy walking distance to restaurants. Would stay here again."

Glenfern Villas offers spacious luxury apartments with satellite TV and free WiFi access. Each has a large deck with seating area and rural or alpine views. Each of the apartments at Glenfern Villas features a fully equipped kitchen, dining and lounge area. Heating and air conditioning is included. Facilities include a guest laundry, barbecue facilities and free car parking. There is also a spring-free trampoline and a small farm with animals. Glenfern Villas is located 2.2 mi from Franz Josef Glacier village center. Local activities include heli-hiking on the glacier, guided walks, quad bike riding, greenstone carving and kiwi encounters.

- "Nice spacious cottage for Franz Josef." - "Spacious villa, lovely quiet location and very clean. The owners were warm and welcoming. Really enjoyed our stay." - "Very easy, enjoyable and comfortable stay." - "Comfortable with amazing staff" - "Excellent" - "Excellent" - "Thank you Beck for all the recommendations of things to do, including arranging our helicopter excursion on Franz Joseph" - "Great spot to visit Glacier Country!"

Motel with free parking, steps from Westcoast Wildlife Centre
This smoke-free motel features laundry facilities, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, barbecue grills, a picnic area, and a front-desk safe are onsite.
Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier offers 18 accommodations with DVD players and safes. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers.

This Franz Josef Glacier motel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

- "Jim and Cindy were great and made us feel welcomed. " - "I stayed here for two nights. My room was clean, with a comfortable bed and a good shower. Friendly & helpful manager. I would stay here again. " - "Close to where we had to go for helicopter flight to glaciers." - "The property was easy to find, very clean, and we have a very comfortable sleep." - "Our room got the best view overlooking Franz Josef Glacier. Good communication of staff and very helpful."

Featuring views of the surrounding mountains, Alpine Glacier Motel offers spacious units with smart tv, modern bathrooms, and heating. Franz Josef Alpine Glacier Motel is a 10-minute drive from Franz Josef Glacier and a 5-minute walk from Franz Josef town center. Lake Mapourika is a 5-minute drive away. All accommodations has a refrigerator, microwave, coffee plunger, kitchenware and toaster. Each has a seating area, Ironing facilities. FREE UNLIMITED Wi-Fi access is included. Many units have a relaxing spa bath and spectacular mountain and glacier views. Facilities include a tour desk, shared laundry facilities, and car parking right outside your unit.

- "Excellent modern relaxing" - "Another excellent stay. I have been here many times and highly recommend it." - "Has everything needed for a comfortable stay. A lovely quality motel." - "BEAUTUFUL GLACIER VIEW FROM ALPINE MOTEL -" - "Good room & location" - "Nice place good view of the mountains" - "Central location" - "Clean and tidy but basic"

Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Lake Matheson
This smoke-free motel features laundry facilities, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a picnic area and a front-desk safe.
Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier offers 24 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Televisions come with satellite channels.

This Fox Glacier motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

- "Facilities: Brand new; Value: Affordable; Service: Outstanding; Cleanliness: Immaculate; Really good food at the nearby cafe/restaurant called The Last Kitchen" - "Facilities: Top of the line; Value: Fantastic; Service: Remarkable; Cleanliness: Spotless; Great choice of restaurants within walking distance of motel" - " " - "Value: Great deal; " - " " - " To view the glacier on our trip up the west coast" - "Front desk staff is very friendly and helpful who provided great suggestions to good restaurants and good places to see Glaciers. The lodge is next to Minnehaha walk and very close to Fox glacier south side walkway. We enjoyed in visiting glaciers peak view point in the afternoon, Minnehaha walk in evening and Fox glacier south side walkway in the morning. "

Offering stunning mountain views from all units, Sunset Motel is just a short stroll from the Fox Glacier village. Set in tranquil farmland, all units have full glass frontages to allow for unimpeded views of Mount Cook and the rugged Southern Alps. There are 25 spacious ground floor units. All feature a kitchenette, some offer a spa bath. Each unit offers an outdoor furniture setting on a courtyard patio which offers views of the Southern Alps and magnificent sunsets. Sunset Motel is less than 0.6 mi to center of the Fox Glacier village, which hosts award winning cafes, restaurants and bars. Continental breakfast is available on-site. The team at Sunset Motel can arrange a variety of activities including scenic flights, Glacier Heli-Hikes and more for guests.

- "Great motel, and worth a stay for views alone!" - "Beautiful view. Great staff. Lovely room." - "Great view" - "Clean, good size room, would recommend to others" - "Comfortable, clean and well equipped rooms" - "Staying here for 1 night is not enough! I wanaa stay here again." - "Lovely place to stay." - "Perfect stay" - "We absolutely loved our stay" - "Perfect stay for one night" - "Great view and good location"

Motel with free parking, near Glacier Hot Pools
Tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a front-desk safe are available at this motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided.
Housekeeping is available on request.
Franz Alpine Retreat offers 17 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers with hydromassage showerheads, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 21-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Irons/ironing boards and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

- "Clean, spacious room - 5 minutes drive to the town centre." - "Gorgeous view of the Franz Josef glacier from our chalet. Large and spacious, it was an accommodation we will never forget staying at. Conveniently located just outside of town, we were able to get what we needed, visit where we wanted, and finish the day with a beautiful stay. " - "The motel is conveniently located and reasonably priced. Even being close to Hwy 6, it was quite. There was separate parking near cottage. It's very well maintained."

Mt. Cook View Motel offers self-contained accommodations in Fox Glacier, with stunning views of Aoraki (Mt. Cook) and Mt. Tasman. It features free Wi-Fi, barbecue facilities and free parking. All accommodations at Mt. Cook View feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a kitchen or kitchenette with cooking facilities. Electric blankets and tea/coffee making facilities are included. Most rooms offer a spa bath. The tour desk can provide travel advice and book helicopter flights or walks on Fox Glacier. Fax and photocopying services are available. Laundry facilities are also provided for guest use. Motel Mount Cook View is located just a 5-minute drive from Lake Matheson. The Fox Glacier Car Park is 10 minutes’ drive away. Hokitika is a 2-hour drive from the motel.

- "Perfect get away" - "Beautiful and warm." - "If you want peace and an nice view this will be the place" - "Awesome" - "Highly recommend" - "Comfortable and enjoyable stay" - "The best in the Fox Glacier!" - "It was comfortable and friendly staff and we liked Beamish the dog visiting our girls for a play" - "Warm, clean, and a view of the glacier from the window is a die for" - "Excellent value for money at this well run establishment"

Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Lake Matheson
Laundry facilities, express check-out, and tour/ticket assistance are available at this motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a garden, barbecue grills, and a picnic area are onsite.
Lake Matheson Motel offers 21 accommodations with hair dryers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

This Fox Glacier motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 40-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

- "Close to popular tourist spots in Fox Glacier!:)" - "Although there was misunderstanding, the issue was resolved smoothly. The staff were helpful and kind. I was happy to stay in this motel and would choose it again when visit Fox Glacier next time. " - "The property is based in a great safe and quiet location. In addition, there is an impressive restaurant and bar just up the road. I thoroughly recommend staying at the Lake Matheson Motel."

Franz Alpine Retreat is located in the heart of the Southern Alps, a 5-minute drive from Franz Josef Town. The peaceful retreat offers free parking. Franz Alpine Retreat offers a range of accommodations from Chalets to Studios. The chalets are modern with full kitchen facilities. A flat-screen TV, sofa seating area and tea/coffee making facilities are provided. Guests have access to a book library and laundry services. Outdoor activities such as hiking and sky diving are available. A continental breakfast can be arranged upon request. Other dining options are available near the property.

- "Out standing" - "Very good location. Spacy and comfortable." - "Helpful staff. Great room. Value for money. About 5 minutes drive into town." - "Great option for a stop over in Franz" - "Very comfortable and spacious self-contained cabin in a quiet area" - "Good place for value" - "It was very clean, nice and warm." - "Clean and cosy but our room had a poorly installed shower" - "It was good" - "Okay location. Overpriced fro what you get"

Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Lake Matheson
Along with dry cleaning, this smoke-free motel has laundry facilities and a garden. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, barbecue grills, a picnic area, and a vending machine are onsite.
Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier offers 12 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and rice cookers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Select Comfort beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Accommodations at this 4-star motel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

This Fox Glacier motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

- "the view" - "Such a fabulous location with a view to Mt Cook and Mt Tasman and the other smaller snomy mountains. Very spacious place with some unique features like a dial with a pin for the shower" - "Actually does have a Cook view!" - "A further 150 m out of town than all the other properties but far better with better views and magnificent staff. Everything was perfect." - "Great Place.for.me and my Dog to.stay and Work..perfecto...."