4/5 - Good
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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
$179 nightly
The price is $207 total per night from Nov 26 to Nov 27
$207 total
Nov 26 - Nov 27
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! (630 reviews)
Cosy accomodation and great location
Reviewed on Oct 21, 2025
Franz Josef Oasis
Franz Josef Highway Franz Josef Glacier
$172 nightly
The price is $198 total per night from Dec 12 to Dec 13
$198 total
Dec 12 - Dec 13
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! (642 reviews)
The rooms were spotless, containing a bath with jets and overhead shower. Great water pressure. Located 10 mins from the town in a nice quiet location. The lady at reception was very friendly and helpful and gave us tips where to eat. The gentleman at breakfast was very polite and friendly. The hotel ...
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025
Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef
3 Wallace Street Franz Josef Glacier Westland
$569 nightly
The price is $655 total per night from Nov 22 to Nov 23
$655 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and onsite spa services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (199 reviews)
Lovely little hotel, room was great and staff friendly
Reviewed on Nov 8, 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 WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our 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 Nov 8, 2025
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! (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 apartment in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free WiFi, 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 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.
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 stunning glacier views and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Skip the Line: Franz Josef Wildlife Center Ticket with Optional Backstage Pass
$38
per adult
Franz Josef Glacier Helicopter Flight with Landing
$222
per adult
Pilot’s Choice: 2 Glaciers & Snow Landing – 35min
$280
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Twin Glacier Franz and Fox, snow landing (allow 30 mins - departing Franz Josef)
$261
per adult
Ultimate Discovery: 3 Glaciers & Snow Landing – 45min
$375
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Reviews of Franz Josef Glacier
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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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