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
$191 nightly
The price is $220 total per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
$220 total
Feb 24 - Feb 25
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (658 reviews)
Very comfortable. Staff is very helpful.
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026
Franz Josef Oasis
Franz Josef Highway Franz Josef Glacier
$201 nightly
The price is $233 total per night from Feb 27 to Feb 28
$233 total
Feb 27 - Feb 28
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (670 reviews)
The room is clean and has everything you need. Service was excellent and they even provided a small bottle of milk for tea in your room.
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026
Franz Alpine Retreat
2 Donovan Drive, Sh 6 Franz Josef Glacier
$128 nightly
The price is $148 total per night from Mar 24 to Mar 25
$148 total
Mar 24 - Mar 25
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Glacier Hot Pools and Waiho Hot Tubs ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (488 reviews)
Lovely location 2 kilometres from town. A short drive. Lovely views. Quiet and secluded but near Highway. Amenities really good. Comfortable chalet style rooms.
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026
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 WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (264 reviews)
gorgeous room
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026
Glenfern Villas
State Highway 6 Franz Josef Glacier
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (375 reviews)
Great visit to a very well equipped unit….everything we needed!
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Mid century house in Central Franz location
Franz Josef / Waiau West Coast
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! (65 reviews)
Very clean and well equipped. Location excellent in town. Highly recommend
Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026
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(25 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
4.5/5(13 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 mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Franz Josef Glacier Helicopter Flight with Landing
$231
per adult
Skip the Line: Franz Josef Wildlife Center Ticket with Optional Backstage Pass
$39
per adult
Ultimate Discovery: 3 Glaciers & Snow Landing – 45min
$391
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Twin Glacier Franz and Fox, snow landing (allow 30 mins - departing Franz Josef)
$271
per adult
Franz Josef: Franz Josef Glacier Lookout Guided Walk
$66
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
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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