4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
This is a rainforest, so expect to get wet on hikes.
Franz Josef Glacier
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Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
36 Main Road, State Highway 6, Franz Josef Glacier
The price is $202 total per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
$202 total
per night
Dec 1 - Dec 2
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! (629 reviews)
Cosy accomodation and great location
Reviewed on Oct 21, 2025
Franz Josef Oasis
Franz Josef Highway, Franz Josef Glacier
The price is $137 total per night from Nov 4 to Nov 5
$137 total
per night
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (637 reviews)
Room was very clean and comfortable but a bit bland for the size and cost. Could be much improved with a coffee machine or plunger and a couple of paintings on the bare walls. Continental breakfast fairly basic but reasonable. Nice outlook from the room.
Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025
Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef
9 Cron St, Franz Josef Glacier, West Coast
The price is $100 total per night from Nov 9 to Nov 10
$100 total
per night
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Stay at this lodge in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Our Lady of the Alps and Westcoast Wildlife ...
9/10 Wonderful! (96 reviews)
Beautiful place, friendly staff, great stay
Beautiful place, friendly staff, great stay
Reviewed on Oct 21, 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! (240 reviews)
Gorgeous room, lovely area, and friendly, attentive staff. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Franz Josef.
Reviewed on Oct 26, 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! (368 reviews)
A nice roomy villa with ample space for the 2 of us, the town was a 5 minute drive away. Laundry seemed more expensive than others on our travels
Reviewed on Oct 18, 2025
Forest View Franz Josef
6 Paganini Road, Franz Josef Glacier
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Waiho Hot Tubs and Glacier Hot Pools ...
9/10 Wonderful! (15 reviews)
Great location and nice property. Cheers
Reviewed on Jul 6, 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 stunning glacier 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.
Things to do
Franz Josef Glacier Helicopter Flight with Landing
$222
per adult
Skip the Line: Franz Josef Wildlife Center Ticket with Optional Backstage Pass
$38
per adult
Pilot’s Choice: 2 Glaciers & Snow Landing – 35min
$280
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Ultimate Discovery: 3 Glaciers & Snow Landing – 45min
$375
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Twin Glacier Franz and Fox, snow landing (allow 30 mins - departing Franz Josef)
$261
per adult
Reviews of Franz Josef Glacier
4.5
Top Destination
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
Unfortunately we hit very poor weather conditions so we did not get to see the area as we had hoped.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Peter's Pool was gorgeous. Go when it's dark and see the glow worms.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Areas like this are why I am glad we drove up the West side of the island.
2/5 - Disappointing
Anonymous
Big tourist trap!
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
We have seen many glaciers so did not go to this one. We were just passing through.
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