5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Came during NZ tourism only in Covid shutdown, so was relatively quiet. But it was a lovely time. and beautiful weather always sweetens the deal
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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 6 July to 7 July
NZ$349
6 July - 7 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$138 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$138
20 July - 21 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! (331 reviews)
"Very clean, centrally located, walking distance to restaurants and local attractions."
Reviewed on 29 May 2025
Rainforest Deluxe
46 Cron St, Franz Josef Glacier, West Coast
The price is NZ$261 per night from 8 July to 9 July
NZ$261
8 July - 9 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! (231 reviews)
"Enjoyable stay."
Reviewed on 3 Jun. 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
Te Awa Cottages
2871 Franz Josef Hwy, Franz Josef Glacier, West Coast
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Glacier Hot Pools and Waiho ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (17 reviews)
"Excellent pace to stay in Frank Joseph. Modern and clean, great amenities. A home away from home. Great long veranda to take in the awesome view of the mountains. Stargazing was spectacular."
Reviewed on 12 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.
Popular places to visit
Glacier Hot Pools
4.5/5(53 reviews)
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
4/5(34 reviews)
You can take time to visit Westcoast Wildlife Centre during your travels to Franz Josef Glacier. Wander the lakeside or discover the stunning glacier 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 stunning glacier views and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Activities
Franz Josef: Franz Josef Glacier Lookout Guided Walk
NZ$105
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: 30-min Flight Franz Josef & Tasman Glaciers
NZ$399
per adult
Pilot's Choice - 2 Glaciers with Snow Landing - 35mins
NZ$450
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Franz Josef Glacier Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing
NZ$359
per adult
Reviews of Franz Josef Glacier
4.5
Top destination
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Unfortunately the weather was not great. We were hoping to do a scenic flight. If you are fortunate to be there when the weather is good that is a must.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Only stayed overnight as was driving from Queenstown to Nelson but was a hreat place to stop for the night.
5/5 - Excellent
Kathryn
Awesome trip doing Heli hiking on the glacier
2/5 - Disappointing
Liz
Can’t now get anywhere near the glacier, I went many years ago and so different now. Unless you take a flight not worth visiting. I do understand that badly affected by global warming.
5/5 - Excellent
J.Korsgaard
We just had one night in Rainforest Retreat. We did the walking in the morning on the way to Westport.
- 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
- Big Sky
- Peak Viewpoint
- Te Wahipounamu
- Godley Glacier
- Murchison Glacier
- Andris Apse Wilderness Gallery
- Lake Gault