Franz Josef Glacier Travel Guide

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A glacier valley surrounded by lush green mountains and waterfalls.
A glacier with a waterfall cascading down a steep cliff.
A glacier valley with steep, forested mountains and a clear sky.
A lush green valley with a river, surrounded by dense forest and mountains.
A mountain landscape with a reflective lake, lush greenery, and a glacier in the distance.
Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

4 out of 5
36 Main Road, State Highway 6 Franz Josef Glacier
The price is NZ$273 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
NZ$273
5 Nov - 6 Nov
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! (685 reviews)
"The hotel was nice with many dining options within walking distance. The rooms provided good heating and was a comfortable stay."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
Rainforest Retreat

Rainforest Retreat

4 out of 5
46 Cron Street Franz Josef Glacier
The price is NZ$253 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
NZ$253
6 Nov - 7 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday park in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Popular attractions Westcoast Wildlife Centre and Waiho Hot ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (976 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay in the Deluxe Tree Lodge, but encountered two issues. When we arrived, the heater was not working, but the staff very quickly addressed that situation. The bathroom had an intermittent sewer smell coming up from the pipes, but it was not a problem as long as we left the bathroom ..."

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2026

Rainforest Retreat
Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

2.5 out of 5
9 Cron St Franz Josef Glacier West Coast
The price is NZ$175 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
NZ$175
5 Nov - 6 Nov
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (178 reviews)
"Really cozy spot located walking distance from downtown! Very clean and kind staff. Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 4 Nov 2026

Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef
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

Punga Grove

3 out of 5
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. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (292 reviews)
"A perfect stay. The location, hosts and room were fabulous. Being at the airfield was very unique and special! Not intrusive or noisy in any way. We'd definitely stay again"

Reviewed on 1 Nov 2026

Punga Grove
Glenfern Villas

Glenfern Villas

4.5 out of 5
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 ...
Glenfern Villas
Mid century house in Central Franz location

Mid century house in Central Franz location

Franz Josef / Waiau West Coast
Stay at this holiday home in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and balconies or patios. Popular attractions Westcoast Wildlife Centre and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (76 reviews)
"Great location, clean and a nice sized house. Only got very basic information and instructions from owner before our stay. We did some awesome walks. Our favourite was Callery Gorge walk just around the corner from the house."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2026

Mid century house in Central Franz location
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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