Top-Rated Hotels in Franz Josef Glacier

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"

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."

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. "

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!"

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! "

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"

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!"

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 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."

Bella Vista Motel offers modern rooms in the heart of the peaceful Franz Josef Glacier Village. There are barbecue facilities for outdoor dining, free on-site parking and free Wi-Fi. Rooms at the Bella Vista feature tea/coffee making facilities, heating and a flat-screen TV. Many rooms have kitchenettes with a microwave. Some offer stunning views of the surrounding Glaciers. Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef is a 3-minute walk from the Glacier Hot Pools and the West Coast Wildlife Center. Franz Josef Airport is a 5-minute walk away.

- "Great haost and very friendly" - "Excellent location, great for touring." - "Bella Vista the place to stay" - "Very comfortable lovely warm." - "Perfectly priced, clean and comfortable" - "Nice relaxing overnight stay" - "Nice over night accomodation" - "A continued provision of accommodation by BV .we cannot fault it" - "Good place to stay" - "Nice, cosy stay for a few days in FJ" - "Worked for us!"

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 free WiFi and free on-site parking, Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier is located on the edge of Westland World Heritage Park. Each of the spacious, tastefully furnished rooms and suites offer a modern private bathroom and satellite TV. Some rooms have a balcony. You can enjoy breakfast and dinner at the hotel's restaurant which serves modern New Zealand cuisine and quality wines. Located in Franz Josef Village, the property is nearby glacier walks, helicopter flights and horse trekking. Staff can arrange local excursions. Busses run twice a day from the village to Queenstown. Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier was the winner of the 2012 Qualmark Silver Award for environmentally friendly accommodations.

- "Very comfortable stay - made up for the lousy weather!" - "I wish we were there longer." - "Great location and lovely staff" - "Pleasant"

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."

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. Guests can enjoy views of snow-capped mountains and the Croz Glacier from the Terrace grounds, and from some rooms. Accommodations options include studio rooms and self-contained apartments. These spacious heated rooms are located on the ground floor and offer electric blankets, a flat-screen TV, an private bathroom and tea and coffee making facilities. Some rooms also feature spa baths and Kitchen facilities. All rooms are serviced daily. This property is close to Franz Josef’s free glow worm caves and is opposite the Kiwi Bird Center where guests can experience New Zealand’s national bird up close. Guests have access to shared laundry and barbecue facilities with outdoor furniture. The tour desk can organize a range of activities, including hikes, Kayaking, horse treks, glacier walks and discounted helicopter flights or restaurant deals.

- "Lovely place. Lovely people. Close to everything." - "Nice location, clean, comfortable, and friendly." - "it was good" - "Very pleasant stay at The Terrace." - "Reasonable Place to rest but do not expect more"

Motel in Franz Josef Glacier with free parking
Laundry facilities, tour/ticket assistance, and a front-desk safe are available at this smoke-free motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided.
Housekeeping is not available.
Alpine Glacier Motel offers 24 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 43-inch LED televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This Franz Josef Glacier motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply).

- "Great large rooms with ample space and good condition." - "Clean and well-equipped. Stsff were friendly. Highly recommend!" - "Super beautiful room, large, modern, super clean, great bed and bedding - one of the very best ever. Congratulations to the owners for a job well done!" - "The Alpine Glacier Motel has everything we needed and was in a great location within Franz Josef. " - "Our unit was cosy and comfortable and had moutain views. Everything was within walking distance and we were able to borrow a torch to go glow worm hunting.We enjoyed our stay. "

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. It is a 1-minute walk from Glacier Hot Pools. All accomodation offers radiator and underfloor heating. All features double glazed windows, a TV and a kitchenette. Rooms are serviced daily. Some rooms have a spa bath. Aspen Court is a 10-minute drive from the Franz Josef Glacier, and Fox Glacier is a 25-minute drive away. There are a variety of cafes and restaurants within a 5-minute walk. Other facilities include a BBQ, a guest laundry and a booking service for local activities. Guests enjoy free parking.

- "Lovely stay!" - "Nice stay in a nice motel" - "Good located to visit Franz Joseph Glacier" - "Within reach of all requirements when in Franz Josef."

Motel with free parking, steps from Waiho Hot Tubs
Laundry facilities, a garden, and gas grills are available at this motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a picnic area.
58 On Cron Motel offers 16 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. These individually furnished accommodations include dining tables. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3-star motel have kitchenettes with microwaves and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Franz Josef Glacier motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Satellite television is provided. Housekeeping is provided daily.

- "Everything was so great, the room got everything we needed, absolutely perfect! Highly recommended! " - "The hostess is very friendly and helpful. She explained attractions in the area. The room is spacious and very clean. It has everything we need. We strongly recommend this motel." - "Great experience. Would stay there again" - "People who really care, very helpful with information when we checked in and assisting us and others with bits and pieces around the site. Clean and well maintained. "

Set among native bushland, Punga Grove offers stylish accommodations in the heart of Franz Josef Glacier village. All apartments include an outdoor deck, conservatory windows, fully equipped kitchen, free WiFi and satellite TV with 50 channels. Surrounded by stunning high alpine peaks, Punga Grove is a 2-minute walk to shops, cafes, bars and local tour operators. It is a 10-minute drive to the car park for access to the Franz Josef Glacier. Guests have access to laundry facilities and a gas barbecue. Some studios and apartments feature a luxury spa bath, gas log fire, underfloor heating and leather sofas. Continental breakfast can be delivered to the rooms each morning. Free parking is included and all rooms are serviced daily.

- "Accommodation was absolutely perfect and the staff were amazing. Best ever!" - "Friendly staff and allowed to check in early" - "Beautiful spot close to everything." - "Very stylish place" - "Fabulous stay at Punga Grove, spacious, immaculately clean and spacious. This is the place if you’re looking for a frien" - "Great." - "Outstanding" - "Comfortable, clean and well equipped great motel" - "Very good property. Highly recommended."

Hotel with free parking, steps from Westcoast Wildlife Centre
Along with laundry facilities, this hotel has express check-in and express check-out. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff assistance are onsite.
10 Cottages offers 10 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Accommodations at this 3-star hotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Franz Josef Glacier hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

- "Lovely property " - "We loved the self contained cottage which was roomy and comfortable. The bathroom was the best of our travels having a proper vanity with a big drawer for toilet bags etc. Would certainly recommend. " - "Not much for dining. They close way before they say. The rooms are fantastic though. I suggest picking up food to cook in the room that has a grocery store before heading into the pass. " - "Looking at the mountains from the bed was amazing. Loved the location. Friendly owner and staff made an enjoyable stay!"