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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Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
36 Main Road, State Highway 6, Franz Josef Glacier
The price is NZ$186 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$186
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (626 reviews)
Très bon accueil, bel hôtel mais mauvaise nuit
"L’accueil était excellent et les chambres super belles mais les lits sont trop mous. Il y avait aussi une odeur désagréable dans les couloirs qui s’est infiltrée en partie dans la chambre."
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2025
Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef
3 Wallace Street, Franz Josef, Franz Josef Glacier, Westland
The price is NZ$349 per night from 18 Sept to 19 Sept
NZ$349
18 Sept - 19 Sept
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! (186 reviews)
Nice hotel
"This is a lovely place to stay. Reception staff are excellent. Very pricy meals."
Reviewed on 5 Sept 2025
Alpine Glacier Motel
17 Cron St, Franz Josef Glacier
The price is NZ$122 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
NZ$122
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (709 reviews)
"Fast easy check in. Rooms were basic but very comfortable and clean."
Reviewed on 23 Aug 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! (235 reviews)
"Great stay… loved it."
Reviewed on 19 Aug 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 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 mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Activities
3-Day Trans-alpine Rail Journey with Guided Glacier Tour
NZ$1,495
per adult
Franz Josef: 2.5 Hour Glacier Hike with Helicopter Transfer
NZ$795
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
25 Minute Glacier Explorer: 1 Glacier with Alpine Landing
NZ$333
per adult
Pilot's Choice - 2 Glaciers with Snow Landing - 35mins
NZ$428
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Kayak Classic - 3 Hr Kayak Adventure Franz Josef Glacier
NZ$134
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
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
- Te Wahipounamu
- Peak Viewpoint
- Murchison Glacier
- Big Sky
- Godley Glacier
- Lake Gault
- Andris Apse Wilderness Gallery
