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Glenfern Villas

4.5 star property

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Glenfern Villas welcomes guests with a peaceful garden, playground for families, and a library. Connect with nature or use in-room WiFi. Helpful staff assist with needs, and barbecue grills enhance the mountain retreat experience.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Outdoor space
The current price is NZ$233
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds!
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 25 for adults and from NZD 25 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Alcohol is not served at this property

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Frequently asked questions

Is Glenfern Villas pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Glenfern Villas?

As of 22 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Glenfern Villas on 27 May 2026 start from NZ$233, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Glenfern Villas?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Glenfern Villas?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Glenfern Villas?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Glenfern Villas located?

Situated in the mountains, this luxury aparthotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Waiho Hot Tubs, Westcoast Wildlife Centre and Our Lady of the Alps. St James Anglican Church and Sentinel Rock are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 263 out of 381 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 94 out of 381 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 381 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 381 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 381 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Very nice space in a beautiful setting. Nicely equipped kitchen and the HVAC worked perfectly - nice to be able to control temperature for sleeping. Appreciated the laundry and DVD’s availability as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Super villa - fabulous view - very charming place - excellent service and staff. would have loved to stay longer.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The villa was spacious and the host was welcoming. View from the living area was great. Good place to relax
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was large and comfortable. There was plenty of space to put your suitcases. The property was clean and everything worked as expected. The only criticism would be that you had to drive into the town. You could walk but that would mean walking on the highway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The perfect base to explore Franz Josef. Lovely area and beautiful setting.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean and well presented. Excellent views of the mountains.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great accommodation with good facilities in the room. Couple minutes out of town but lovely area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debrah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A great place to stay if you want to visit the Franz Josef glacier. Clean, well equipped and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Management staff is very knowledgeable about what to see & do in the area. The accommodations were exceptionally clean & comfortable. 5 star rating.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TITUS

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very very quiet Clean and neat Views are unbelievable
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
What an excellent place to stay - home away from home. Great property; great views; excellent staff - could not be more helpful and a relaxing setting. Highly, highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Just outside of the town with great views of the mountains. The farm animals are fun to feed and pet. The staff were super friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Sandra

Disliked: Amenities
Property was in a great location just outside of Franz Josef. Villa was clean and well equipped and staff were friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annabel

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Clean and comfy

Clean and comfy stay. Close to the glacier.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Some areas a bit tired and needing upgrade/maintenance to justify the expensive price tag (but that seems to be franz josef all over) but on the whole it was a comfortable nice place to stay. Friendly helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Absolutely beautiful rooms! Wonderful staff! Our unit though was a little close to the road and wish we were facing mountains instead.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
My only regret was not booking more than one night here. It was a great property with comfortable amenities and so much green space for the kids to run around and play in. They also loved the sheep and cows on the property. The staff was super friendly and helpful too.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved this place! Big enough for our family of 5. Kitchen area was super well stocked. They had games and videos to borrow - Yahtzee! Enjoyed the things to do in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Absolutely gorgeous setting with a view of the glacier. Villa was comfortable (except for the lack of bedside lamps) with a nice kitchen and good beds. Loved that they had free DVDs available (which we took advantage of thanks to a very rainy afternoon and evening) and laundry facilities. The town of Franz Joseph Glacier was cute but food options weren't great - I'd suggest cooking in. Glad we had 2 nights here!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Immaculate 2 bedrooms villa, beautiful mountain view and plenty of space for a family of 4. They offered free DVDs, very clean coin operated laundry room. Plenty of coffee, tea selection and generous milk provided. Highly recommend to stay at 5 stars Glenfern villa.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Very nice one bedroom villa. Full kitchen with everything you need. Nice staff. Very quiet. Short drive into FJ. Wish we could have stayed longer to explore more.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
We were very pleased with Glenfern Villas. The apartment was very clean and comfortable with a great covered parking area. This came in very handy since it was pouring rain. The staff was excellent and provided advice when our route was closed due to flooding.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

A place to retreat

Amazing. Courteous staff. Comfortable. Serene.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Winderfull

Spotless roomy had everything within villa & also washing facilities & driers near their reception Becky wonderful at reception wonderful area peacefully tranquil it's an amazing area.Air liquid gold all the trees,quiet.Loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a minor plumbing issue (no hot water) which the staff addressed immediately…on a weekend no less.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024