The Best Hotels Closest to Franz Josef Glacier in Westland Tai Poutini National Park for 2026

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A modern kitchen with a large TV, a coffee machine, and a plant.

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a fire feature.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a dining area.

A modern bathroom with a double sink, a towel rack, a hairdryer, and a neon sign.

1. Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

8.6 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Kelvin

₩56,070

₩64,480 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A bedroom with a large window offering a view of snow-capped mountains and a fenced field.

A grassy area with a white fence and chain-link barrier, a building with a sloped roof, and a mountainous backdrop.

A room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of mountains and trees.

A room with a large window offering a mountain view, a blue sofa, a small table, and a red ottoman.

2. Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

16 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Margaret

₩68,201

₩78,431 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A mountain landscape with a cabin in the foreground.

A covered outdoor area with a view of mountains and a picnic table.

A room with a large window offering a view of a mountainous landscape, a wooden table, and a chair.

A hotel room with a bed, a television on a wooden stand, and a large sliding glass door leading to a parking area.

3. Rainforest Motel

14.1 km from Franz Josef Glacier

"Lovely stay in the Rainforest motel. Andy is a great host who made us feel very welcome. We sadly, were only there for one night, as we were passing through on our way to Queenstown, however if we are lucky enough to return to NZ we would definitely stay here for a few nights. The property is comfortable, clean and the unit we had was updated and had a great new bathroom / wet room. The whole motel complex has such a relaxed feel about it and we have no doubt recommending it as a great place to...

Ellen

₩77,875

₩89,556 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A couple in a hot tub with a mountain view.

A compact kitchen with a built-in stove, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio.

A wooden-paneled room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a rolled towel on the bed.

A sign for Fox Glacier Top 10 Holiday Parks with a view of mountains and clouds.

4. Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels

14.6 km from Franz Josef Glacier

graeme

₩38,577

₩45,473 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A hotel with a mountain backdrop, featuring a red-tiled roof and a sign indicating it is Bella Vista Hotel.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and a small refrigerator. There is a dining area with a chair and a table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, sink, and small refrigerator. There is a dining area with two chairs and a table.

5. Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier

13.9 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Scott

₩76,727

₩88,236 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

An outdoor dining area with tables set for two, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A table with a bottle of champagne and two glasses, a chair, and a view of greenery through a window.

A modern building entrance with wooden paneling, a glass door, and a view of a lush garden.

A modern multi-story building with a wooden exterior, multiple balconies, and a lush surrounding forest.

6. Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

9.1 km from Franz Josef Glacier

peter

₩228,869

₩297,136 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A modern building with a stone facade, large windows, and a mountain backdrop.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, kettle, and stainless steel refrigerator.

A modern building with a flat roof and large windows, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and rocks.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a red chair, a glass table, and a wooden wardrobe.

7. The Westhaven Motel

13.9 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Jennifer

₩69,054

₩79,412 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A motel with a red roof, located in a mountainous area with a clear sky.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a fan, a green sofa, and a painting on the wall.

A modern living room with a dining area, a sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A building with a red roof and stone facade, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.

8. 58 On Cron Motel

9.2 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Gary

₩135,748

₩156,110 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A resort with multiple cabins, a palm tree, and mountains in the background.

A modern room with two armchairs, a small table, a fireplace, and a framed picture on the wall.

A paved road leading to a house surrounded by lush greenery and a mountain in the background.

A row of modern, single-story buildings with large windows, situated near a body of water with a reflection, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.

9. Franz Josef Oasis

12.1 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Allison

₩139,289

₩160,182 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A room with a glass table reflecting the view of mountains and greenery outside.

A room with a large window offering a view of mountains and greenery.

A modern building with large windows and a flat roof.

A view from a window with a table and chairs, overlooking snow-capped mountains and a clear sky.

10. Sunset Motel

14.8 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Hamish

₩90,499

₩104,074 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A wooden bench outside a building with a view of a road and mountains.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a table with a remote control, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A building with a sloped roof, white walls, and a view of snow-capped mountains in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, two chairs, a TV, and a window with curtains.

11. Alpine Glacier Motel

8.7 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Neal

₩127,878

₩147,060 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A modern hotel with a hot tub on the deck, wooden exterior, and a bedroom with a bed and nightstand.

A modern living room with a wooden coffee table, a sofa with patterned cushions, and a view of a deck and greenery outside.

A modern house with a wooden deck, large windows, and a view of surrounding trees and mountains.

A cozy log cabin room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a small kitchenette, and a large window offering a view of greenery.

12. Rainforest Retreat

9 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Robyn

₩116,861

₩134,390 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

13. Rainforest Deluxe

9.1 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Catherine

₩263,751

₩303,314 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A neatly made bed with a green throw, a bedside lamp, and a nightstand.

A modern living room with a large window, a black leather sofa, a white round table, and a forest-themed wall mural.

A window with a view of a lush garden with various plants and a small stream.

A motel named Aspen Court with a mountain backdrop.

14. Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef

9.3 km from Franz Josef Glacier

jignesh

₩209,851

₩241,329 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a TV, a fireplace, and a sliding glass door leading to a patio with outdoor furniture.

A modern kitchen with a dishwasher, sink, and dining area with chairs and a table.

A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, stainless steel sink, and a compact refrigerator.

15. Punga Grove

9 km from Franz Josef Glacier

David

₩163,947

₩188,539 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A covered outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a reception sign, and a view of mountains in the background.

A building with an 'OFFICE' sign, a wooden deck, and various plants.

A grassy outdoor area with a large rock, a red fence, and a variety of plants and flowers.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

16. Lake Matheson Motel

14.3 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Cindy

₩64,949

₩74,691 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A cozy wooden cabin room with a bed, a sofa, and a TV.

A wooden house with a staircase leading to the entrance, surrounded by lush greenery.

A wooden cabin with a corrugated metal roof, surrounded by dense ferns and trees.

A wooden dining table with a woven placemat, two chairs, a basket of bread, a teapot, a cup, and a glass of water.

17. Fox Glacier Lodge

13.9 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Alison Walter

₩110,172

₩126,698 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A wooden sauna with a bench and a towel on a shelf.

A stone pillar in a garden with lush greenery and a wooden deck.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a window with curtains, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, wooden flooring, and contemporary furniture.

18. Haka House Franz Josef

8.6 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Laurie

₩80,334

₩92,384 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A covered outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, overlooking a mountainous landscape with greenery and a view of a snow-capped peak.

A window with a view of a mountain range and a palm tree.

A resort with multiple bungalow-style buildings, a gravel driveway, and lush greenery including ferns and flowering plants.

A dining area with a glass table and chairs, a sofa with a green pillow, and a view of a wooden fence through large windows.

19. 10 Cottages

8.9 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Melissa

₩162,307

₩186,653 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A stone house with a steep gabled roof, a small bell tower, and a well-lit entrance.

A cozy room with a bed, a wooden bench, and a stone wall.

A modern kitchen with a wooden ceiling, a stone wall, and a large window.

A cozy living room with a stone wall, wooden staircase, and a view of the outdoors.

20. The Church at FOX

13.6 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Stefanie

₩321,662

₩369,913 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

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Compare popular hotels close to Franz Josef Glacier

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef	9.2 Wonderful 175 reviews	View
Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier	9.2 Wonderful 323 reviews	View
Rainforest Motel	9.2 Wonderful 342 reviews	View
Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels	8.4 Very good 415 reviews	View
Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier	8.8 Excellent 598 reviews	View

Hotels recommended for families near Franz Josef Glacier

Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

Franz Josef Glacier

₩56,070

₩64,480 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

Rainforest Deluxe

Franz Josef Glacier

₩263,751

₩303,314 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A view from inside a building, looking out to a street with houses, trees, and mountains in the background.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a mountain view.

A table with a menu, two wine glasses, and a bottle of wine, set against a window with a mountain view.

A sign for Terrace Hotel & Motel with a mountainous backdrop.

The Terrace

Franz Josef Glacier

₩162,307

₩186,653 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

Franz Josef Glacier

₩228,869

₩297,136 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A modern house with a covered patio, a stone pathway, and a view of mountains.

A modern lounge area with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of greenery.

A spacious bar area with a high ceiling and skylights, a bar counter with stools, and a variety of bottles on shelves.

A stone fireplace with a fire, a wooden ceiling, and a view of lush greenery outside.

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

Franz Josef Glacier

₩144,270

₩165,914 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A couple seated on a balcony overlooking snow-capped mountains.

A view of a mountainous landscape through a window, with a silhouette of a person in the foreground.

A hotel with a central building and two wings, a parking lot, and surrounding greenery.

A parking area with several cars, including a white sedan and a white SUV with red and yellow markings, in front of a building with a sloped roof.

Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier

Franz Josef Glacier

₩110,369

₩126,924 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

Punga Grove

Franz Josef Glacier

₩163,947

₩188,539 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

Alpine Glacier Motel

Franz Josef Glacier

₩127,878

₩147,060 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

Top Franz Josef Glacier Hotel Reviews

Franz Josef Oasis

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent breakfast included and amazing staff that were very helpful. Would definitly book this property again. One of the best motels we have stayed in."

Rainforest Retreat

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing place! The staff, the food and the location were all great!"

Punga Grove

8/10 Good

"When I asked for a quiet room due to sleeping disorder, the staff kindly accommodated my request by upgrading our room. The man was very helpful."

58 On Cron Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Good location. The town was very walkable. Staff was amazingly helpful. We used the kitchen supplies and it worked really well for us. Would stay again."

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was nice with many dining options within walking distance. The rooms provided good heating and was a comfortable stay."

The Terrace

8/10 Good

"Staff friendly enough however when we went to ask some more information questions the office was closed, even though their office hours indicated they would be open! Room comfortable, warm & quiet. Handy to walk anywhere in town. A nice stay"

Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

10/10 Excellent

"Helpful staff, clean room, clean and spacious kitchen.And FREE COFFEE + MUFFINS + SOUP. There was hardly anyone when we stayed here coz probably it was winter plus it was raining the whole week so we had the whole lounge and kitchen to our selves. They also have lots of games for everyone so you won’t feel bored"

Franz Josef Top 10 Holiday Park

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay, staff were very helpful and friendly, great place to stay thank you"

Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

10/10 Excellent

"Very helpfull staff, made us feel welcome and at home"

Other attractions near Franz Josef Glacier

Fox Glacier

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Fox Glacier during your travels in Westland Tai Poutini National Park. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

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Roberts Point

9.0/10 (18 reviews)

You can take time to visit Roberts Point during your travels to Westland Tai Poutini National Park. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

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Sentinel Rock

8.4/10 (15 reviews)

Find out about the history of Westland Tai Poutini National Park when you take a trip to Sentinel Rock. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

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Alex Knob

8.4/10 (8 reviews)

You can take time to visit Alex Knob during your travels to Westland Tai Poutini National Park. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

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Waiho Bailey Bridge

After visiting Waiho Bailey Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Westland Tai Poutini National Park. Take in the museums and glaciers in the area.

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St James Anglican Church

8.4/10 (39 reviews)

St James Anglican Church is just one of the places to see in Franz Josef Glacier, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

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Our Lady of the Alps

8.6/10 (37 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Franz Josef Glacier with a visit to Our Lady of the Alps. Wander the lakeside or discover the stunning glacier views in this quaint area.

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Westcoast Wildlife Centre

8.6/10 (150 reviews)

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.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Franz Josef Glacier?

Franz Josef Glacier is located in a welcoming area of Westland Tai Poutini National Park known for its magnificent mountain views. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, you might search for properties close to public transportation so it's easy to get around.

Where is the best place to stay close to Franz Josef Glacier?

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and free parking. You'll find it 5.6 mi (9 km) from Franz Josef Glacier. Other good choices around the area include Rainforest Retreat and Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Franz Josef Glacier, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Franz Josef Glacier.

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Our top choices for Franz Josef Glacier hotels

1. Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

2. Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

3. Rainforest Motel

4. Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels

5. Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier

6. Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

7. The Westhaven Motel

8. 58 On Cron Motel

9. Franz Josef Oasis

10. Sunset Motel

11. Alpine Glacier Motel

12. Rainforest Retreat

13. Rainforest Deluxe

14. Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef

15. Punga Grove

16. Lake Matheson Motel

17. Fox Glacier Lodge

18. Haka House Franz Josef

19. 10 Cottages

20. The Church at FOX

Compare popular hotels close to Franz Josef Glacier

Hotels recommended for families near Franz Josef Glacier

Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

Rainforest Deluxe

The Terrace

Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier

Punga Grove

Alpine Glacier Motel

Top Franz Josef Glacier Hotel Reviews

Franz Josef Oasis

Rainforest Retreat

Punga Grove

58 On Cron Motel

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

The Terrace

Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

Franz Josef Top 10 Holiday Park

Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

Other attractions near Franz Josef Glacier

Fox Glacier

Roberts Point

Sentinel Rock

Alex Knob

Waiho Bailey Bridge

St James Anglican Church

Our Lady of the Alps

Westcoast Wildlife Centre

Frequently asked questions