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Franz Josef Glacier, located in the stunning Westland Tai Poutini National Park on New Zealand's South Island, offers a unique blend of natural beauty and adventure. This temperate maritime glacier is a must-visit for nature enthusiasts and thrill-seekers alike. The best areas to stay include the quaint village of Franz Josef, which provides easy access to the glacier and a range of accommodation options from luxury lodges to budget-friendly hostels.
Top attractions include guided glacier hikes, scenic helicopter flights, and relaxing in the nearby hot pools. The glacier itself, along with the nearby Fox Glacier, is part of the Te Wāhipounamu World Heritage Site, offering breathtaking views and a chance to explore one of the few places where glaciers descend into temperate rainforest. Whether you're seeking adventure or tranquility, Franz Josef Glacier is a destination that promises unforgettable experiences.
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Hostel in Franz Josef Glacier · 0.21 km from centre
7.6
228 reviews
With a stay at Chateau Backpacker & Motels in Franz Josef Glacier, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Te Wahipounamu and Westcoast Wildlife Centre. This eco-certified hostel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Our Lady of the Alps and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from St James Anglican Church.
Hostel in Franz Josef Glacier · 0.24 km from centre
8.4
255 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Franz Josef Glacier, Franz Josef Montrose Hostel Lodge is in a national park, within a 5-minute walk of Te Wahipounamu and Our Lady of the Alps. This hostel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Westcoast Wildlife Centre and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from St James Anglican Church.
Hostel in Franz Josef Glacier, Franz Josef · 0.24 km from centre
7.3
1,098 reviews
Surrounded by rainforest and mountains, Chateau Backpackers & Motels offers an outdoor fire pit, BBQ facilities. Just 10 minutes’ walk from the Waiho River, it offers free WiFi and free parking on site.
There are also a number of restaurants within a 15-minute walk.
Guests can choose between ‘pod’ dormitory rooms or private rooms with a refrigerator, microwave, toaster and electric kettle. Most rooms also have a TV. The pods feature a privacy curtain, a power point and a USB port.
The property offers 2 communal kitchens,a deck, as well as a book exchange and video library. The tour desk can provide sightseeing advice and book local activities.
Hotel in Franz Josef Glacier · 3.56 km from centre
9.2
591 reviews
Breakfast available
When you stay at Franz Josef Oasis in Franz Josef Glacier, you'll be in a national park, within a 5-minute drive of Te Wahipounamu and Lake Mapourika. This hotel is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Westcoast Wildlife Centre and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Waiho Hot Tubs.
Lodge in Franz Josef Glacier · 1.46 km from centre
9.2
116 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Franz Josef Glacier, Westwood Lodge is in a national park, a 2-minute drive from Our Lady of the Alps and 9 minutes from Alex Knob. This luxury lodge is 18.7 mi (30.1 km) from Lake Matheson.
Holiday park in Franz Josef Glacier · 1.54 km from centre
7.8
442 reviews
With a stay at Franz Josef Top 10 Holiday Park in Franz Josef Glacier, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Westcoast Wildlife Centre and Glacier Hot Pools. This family-friendly holiday park is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Waiho Hot Tubs and 1.2 mi (2 km) from Our Lady of the Alps.
Cottage in Franz Josef Glacier · 1.90 km from centre
9.4
15 reviews
When you stay at Te Awa Cottages in Franz Josef Glacier, you'll be 19 mi (30.6 km) from Lake Matheson. This cottage is within the region of Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier.
Motel in Franz Josef Glacier · 2.24 km from centre
8.4
294 reviews
When you stay at Glacier View Motel in Franz Josef Glacier, you'll be in the mountains, within a 5-minute drive of Westcoast Wildlife Centre and Glacier Hot Pools. This motel is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Waiho Hot Tubs and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Our Lady of the Alps.
Motel in Franz Josef Glacier · 3.22 km from centre
8.6
457 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Franz Josef Glacier, Franz Alpine Retreat is in the mountains, within a 5-minute drive of Westcoast Wildlife Centre and Glacier Hot Pools. This motel is 5.7 mi (9.1 km) from Sentinel Rock and 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from Alex Knob.
Motel in Franz Josef Glacier, Tatare · 2.25 km from centre
8.5
2 reviews
Located in Tatare, Glacier View Motel has a garden. The motel has both free WiFi and free private parking.
Rooms are equipped with an electric tea pot and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, while some rooms contain a kitchenette equipped with a microwave. The rooms will provide guests with a toaster.
Hokitika Airport is 83 miles from the property.
Holiday home in Franz Josef Glacier, Tatare · 2.29 km from centre
Offering a garden, Gibbs Guesthouse provides accommodations in Tatare. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi. Outdoor seating is also available at the vacation home.
Providing a balcony with mountain views, this vacation home also provides guests with a flat-screen TV, a well-equipped kitchen with an oven, a microwave, and a toaster, as well as 1 bathroom with a shower and a hair dryer. There's also a seating area and a fireplace.
Hokitika Airport is 83 miles away.
Lodge in Franz Josef Glacier, Franz Josef · 2.33 km from centre
9.1
313 reviews
Located in Franz Josef in the West Coast region, Alpine Escape has accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.
The lodge provides guests with a balcony, mountain views, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a microwave, and a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. There's also a stovetop, toaster and an electric tea pot.
The nearest airport is Hokitika Airport, 82 miles from Alpine Escape.
Holiday home in Franz Josef Glacier, Tatare · 2.33 km from centre
10.0
1 review
Providing a garden, Glacier Lake House offers accommodations in Tatare. The vacation home features both Wifi and private parking free of charge. The vacation home has a terrace and a hot tub.
Offering a balcony with garden views, this vacation home also features a flat-screen TV, a well-equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a microwave, as well as 2 bathrooms with a hot tub and a hair dryer. The accommodation has a fireplace.
Hokitika Airport is 83 miles from the property.
Holiday home in Franz Josef Glacier, Tatare · 2.33 km from centre
Providing a garden, Glacier Cottage provides accommodations in Tatare. Both free Wifi and private parking are available at the vacation home free of charge.
Glacier Cottage features 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a toaster, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. A flat-screen TV is featured. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.
Hokitika Airport is 83 miles away.
Holiday home in Franz Josef Glacier, Tatare · 2.95 km from centre
9.3
31 reviews
Offering a garden, Donovan Guest House offers accommodations in Tatare. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.
The air-conditioned vacation home consists of 3 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a kettle, and 2 bathrooms with a bath and a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are featured in the vacation home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.
Hokitika Airport is 81 miles away.
Apartment in Franz Josef Glacier, Franz Josef · 3.04 km from centre
9.2
180 reviews
The apartment, set in a building dating from 2019, features free Wifi and free private parking.
Featuring a balcony and mountain views, the spacious apartment includes 3 bedrooms, a living room, flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms with an a bath or shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. The property has an outdoor dining area.
The nearest airport is Hokitika Airport, 81 miles from Stony Creek, 3 bedroom home, Franz Josef.
Holiday home in Franz Josef Glacier, Franz Josef · 3.04 km from centre
8.8
19 reviews
This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi. Outdoor seating is also available at Franz Josef Villa.
Featuring a terrace and mountain views, the spacious vacation home includes 3 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, satellite flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a bath. Featuring air conditioning, this unit has a dressing room and a fireplace. This vacation home is allergy-free and non-smoking.
The nearest airport is Hokitika Airport, 81 miles from the vacation home.
Holiday home in Franz Josef Glacier, Potters Creek · 3.23 km from centre
8.0
25 reviews
Franz Alpine Retreat- Cottage provides rooms in Potters Creek. There's a private entrance at the vacation home for the convenience of those who stay. The vacation home also offers free Wifi and free private parking.
The vacation home provides guests with a balcony, a seating area, cable flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a toaster, and a private bathroom with shower and a hair dryer. A fridge, a stovetop, and kitchenware are also featured, as well as a kettle. At the vacation home, the units are fitted with bed linen and towels.
Guests at Franz Alpine Retreat- Cottage can enjoy a continental breakfast.
Hokitika Airport is 81 miles away.
Motel in Franz Josef Glacier, Franz Josef · 4.65 km from centre
8.9
539 reviews
Boasting mountain and garden views, Kahere Retreat is a luxury chalet located at 3.1 mi north from Franz Josef. Franz Josef Glacier is 8.1 mi away. Free WiFi and free private parking are available.
Featuring timber throughout, the heated accommodations has a fully-equipped kitchen with an oven and a stovetop. There is a bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Outside, guests can enjoy bush and creek access, as well as a garden with outdoor furniture and a barbecue. There is a handcrafted wooden staircase which goes to the two upstairs bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen and living room are downstairs.
Lake Mapourika is just a 3-minute drive away.
Apartment in Franz Josef Glacier, Franz Josef · 4.73 km from centre
9.7
110 reviews
Breakfast available
This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi. Outdoor seating is also available at Cosy Cabin in the Paddocks - Breakfast Included.
Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The accommodation offers an air conditioning, a heating, and a private bathroom.
Hokitika Airport is 80 miles from the property.