Franz Josef Glacier

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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.
Alpine Glacier Motel

Alpine Glacier Motel

3.5 out of 5
17 Cron St Franz Josef Glacier
$56 nightly
The price is $65 total per night from Aug 28 to Aug 29
$65 total
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (797 reviews)
"Value for money Very clean Helpful staff member"

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2026

Alpine Glacier Motel
Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

4 out of 5
36 Main Road, State Highway 6 Franz Josef Glacier
$81 nightly
The price is $95 total per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
$95 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
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! (682 reviews)
"Great place to stay"

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2026

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
Punga Grove

Punga Grove

3 out of 5
Cron Street Franz Josef Glacier
Fully refundable
$80 nightly
The price is $93 total per night from Aug 29 to Aug 30
$93 total
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Total with taxes and fees
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. ...
Punga Grove
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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 WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
Punga Grove
Glenfern Villas

Glenfern Villas

4.5 out of 5
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! (381 reviews)
"Great place to stay will come back again."

Reviewed on May 21, 2026

Glenfern Villas
Mid century house in Central Franz location

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! (74 reviews)
"Just a place to stay- not nice or cozy at all. We should have paid attention to the reviews that weren’t good, but as we aren’t overly picky people we thought those leaving bad reviews were likely exaggerating - they weren’t. NO nice touches and RUN DOWN. The host supplies next to nothing, no serviettes/ ..."

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2026

Mid century house in Central Franz location
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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.

Stay near popular Franz Josef Glacier attractions

Glacier Hot Pools

8.8/10 (164 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike

Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike

$532
per adult
Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike
25 Minute Glacier Explorer: 1 Glacier with Alpine Landing

Franz Josef Glacier Helicopter Flight with Landing

$228
per adult
Franz Josef Glacier Helicopter Flight with Landing
Skip the Line: Franz Josef Wildlife Center Ticket with Optional Backstage Pass

Skip the Line: Franz Josef Wildlife Center Ticket with Optional Backstage Pass

$38
per adult
Skip the Line: Franz Josef Wildlife Center Ticket with Optional Backstage Pass
Mt Cook Supreme: 4 Glaciers with 2 Snow Landings - 60mins

Mt Cook Supreme: 4 Glaciers with 2 Snow Landings - 60mins

$517
per adult
Mt Cook Supreme: 4 Glaciers with 2 Snow Landings - 60mins
Franz Josef: Franz Josef Glacier Lookout Guided Walk

Franz Josef: Franz Josef Glacier Lookout Guided Walk

$63
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Franz Josef: Franz Josef Glacier Lookout Guided Walk
Snow landing on the Fox Glacier with Mount Tasman

Fox Glacier and snow landing (allow 20 minutes - departs Fox Glacier)

$201
per adult
Fox Glacier and snow landing (allow 20 minutes - departs Fox Glacier)
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A glacier with a crevasse, snow-covered mountains, and a partly cloudy sky.

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