Franz Josef Glacier Travel Guide
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Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef
3 Wallace Street, Franz Josef, Franz Josef Glacier, Westland
The price is NZ$349 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$349
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and onsite spa services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (180 reviews)
"An amazing place to stay, with attention to detail, spacious rooms and great service."
Reviewed on 3 Jul. 2025

58 On Cron Motel
58 Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier
The price is NZ$136 per night from 29 July to 30 July
NZ$136
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (333 reviews)
Quiet restful place
"Great place to stay. Quiet! The desk manager had closed for the night and so we had to ring and she was more than happy to quickly check us in, get everything sorted and was exceeding friendly and accommodating. No complaints! Price was also excellent."
Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Rainforest Deluxe
46 Cron St, Franz Josef Glacier, West Coast
The price is NZ$261 per night from 25 July to 26 July
NZ$261
25 July - 26 July
includes taxes & fees
Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Westcoast Wildlife Centre and Waiho Hot Tubs are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (94 reviews)
"Amazing property. we loved it"
Reviewed on 8 May 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Punga Grove
Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (233 reviews)
"Lovely huge apartment with loft bedroom, comfortable & warm, just like home! Hubby loved having full Sky tv access for Sunday sports!"
Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Glenfern Villas
State Highway 6, Franz Josef Glacier
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (366 reviews)
"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 ..."
Reviewed on 6 May 2025

Mid century house in Central Franz location
Franz Josef / Waiau
Stay at this vacation home in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and balconies or patios. Popular attractions Westcoast Wildlife Centre ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (52 reviews)
Very good
"Excellent stay house nice a clean and warm."
Reviewed on 9 Apr. 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Popular places to visit

Glacier Hot Pools
You can take time to visit Glacier Hot Pools during your travels to Franz Josef Glacier. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.
Westcoast Wildlife Centre
You can take time to visit Westcoast Wildlife Centre during your travels to Franz Josef Glacier. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.
Waiho Hot Tubs
You can take time to visit Waiho Hot Tubs during your travels to Franz Josef Glacier. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Activities

Franz Josef: 30-min Flight Franz Josef & Tasman Glaciers
NZ$399
per adult

Ultimate Discovery: 3 Glaciers with Snow Landing - 45mins
NZ$595
per adult
100% of travellers recommend

Franz Josef: 2.5 Hour Glacier Hike with Helicopter Transfer
NZ$795
per adult
100% of travellers recommend

Franz Josef: 4-Glacier Helicopter Ride with 2 Landings
NZ$850
per adult

Franz Josef: Franz Josef Glacier Lookout Guided Walk
NZ$105
per adult
100% of travellers recommend

25 Minute Glacier Explorer: 1 Glacier with Alpine Landing
NZ$350
per adult
- Glacier Hot Pools
- Westcoast Wildlife Centre
- Our Lady of the Alps
- St James Anglican Church
- Mount Cook National Park
- Franz Josef Glacier
- Hooker Valley Track
- Tasman Glacier
- Lake Matheson
- Fox Glacier
- Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest
- Alex Knob
- Roberts Point
- Te Wahipounamu
- Peak Viewpoint
- Big Sky
- Godley Glacier
- Lake Gault
- Andris Apse Wilderness Gallery
- Murchison Glacier