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$174 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
NZ$174
15 Dec - 16 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (636 reviews)
Was great
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Franz Josef Oasis
Franz Josef Highway Franz Josef Glacier
The price is NZ$296 per night from 11 Dec to 12 Dec
NZ$296
11 Dec - 12 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (648 reviews)
We had a wonderful 1-night stay at the Franz Joseph Oasis. Everything from our check in when we arrived to cleanliness of the room and staff responsiveness to our every question was wonderful. The young lady at the front desk is wonderful and took care of us with a smile. A must consider hotel if ...
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef
9 Cron St Franz Josef Glacier West Coast
The price is NZ$225 per night from 10 Dec to 11 Dec
NZ$225
10 Dec - 11 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this lodge in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Our Lady of the Alps and Westcoast Wildlife ...
9/10 Wonderful! (110 reviews)
very good
Reviewed on 3 Dec 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 aparthotel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (242 reviews)
I loved this place! Easy and friendly check-in, big comfy space, very clean and comfortable. Staff is excellent, happy and helpful . Parking ideally convenient. Slept super good in comfortable well appointed bed. I'd love to come back.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Glenfern Villas
State Highway 6 Franz Josef Glacier
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (369 reviews)
The room was perfect. Everything was clean with eco friendly products. Well stocked kitchen,with everything you need. Comfortable furniture and bed. Plus a view of the snow peaks mountains that you can’t beat. Hostess was wonderful :)
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Forest View Franz Josef
6 Paganini Road Franz Josef Glacier
Stay at this apartment in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Waiho Hot Tubs and Glacier Hot Pools are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (15 reviews)
Great location and nice property. Cheers
Reviewed on 6 July 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
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 stunning glacier 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
Skip the Line: Franz Josef Wildlife Center Ticket with Optional Backstage Pass
NZ$65
per adult
Franz Josef Glacier Helicopter Flight with Landing
NZ$362
per adult
Franz Josef: Franz Josef Glacier Lookout Guided Walk
NZ$110
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Franz Josef Glacier 25-Minute Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing
NZ$355
per adult
Kayak Classic - 3 Hr Kayak Adventure Franz Josef Glacier
NZ$149
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.
- Westcoast Wildlife Centre
- Glacier Hot Pools
- Our Lady of the Alps
- St James Anglican Church
- Mount Cook National Park
- Franz Josef Glacier
- Hooker Valley Track
- Lake Matheson
- Fox Glacier
- Tasman Glacier
- Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest
- Big Sky
- Roberts Point
- Alex Knob
- Peak Viewpoint
- Te Wahipounamu
- Andris Apse Wilderness Gallery
- Murchison Glacier
- Lake Gault
