Franz Josef Glacier

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Franz Josef Glacier, South Island, New Zealand
Franz Josef Glacier, South Island, New Zealand
Panoramic view of the alluvial bed of the Waiho River flowing from the Franz Josef Glacier and snow capped mountains in New Zealand
Narrow path of the Roberts Point Track, Franz Josef Glacier National Park
Scenic landscape at Franz Josef Glacier
Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

4 out of 5
36 Main Road, State Highway 6 Franz Josef Glacier
The price is ₩281,307 per night from Feb 19 to Feb 20
₩281,307
₩323,503 total
Feb 19 - Feb 20
includes taxes & 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! (655 reviews)
Had a good stay, no issues. Rooms are average due to age.

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
Franz Josef Oasis

Franz Josef Oasis

4 out of 5
Franz Josef Highway Franz Josef Glacier
The price is ₩302,311 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
₩302,311
₩347,658 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & 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! (668 reviews)
Room was nice and clean. The recepition staff could not be more helpful.

Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026

Franz Josef Oasis
Franz Alpine Retreat

Franz Alpine Retreat

4 out of 5
2 Donovan Drive, Sh 6 Franz Josef Glacier
The price is ₩235,055 per night from Feb 27 to Feb 28
₩235,055
₩270,313 total
Feb 27 - Feb 28
includes taxes & 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! (487 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

Franz Alpine Retreat
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (261 reviews)
Loft Unit was perfect for our stay, generous in size and clean and tidy. Enjoyed our 1night stay. Super friendly staff and easy walk/ride to restaurants. Parking for all sized vehicles and varanda over front door entry.

Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026

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! (375 reviews)
Great visit to a very well equipped unit….everything we needed!

Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026

Glenfern Villas
Te Awa Cottages

Te Awa Cottages

3 out of 5
2871 Franz Josef Hwy Franz Josef Glacier West Coast
Stay at this cottage in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Glacier Hot Pools and Waiho Hot Tubs ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
Excellent pace to stay in Frank Joseph. Modern and clean, great amenities. A home away from home. Great long veranda to take in the awesome view of the mountains. Stargazing was spectacular.

Reviewed on May 12, 2025

Te Awa Cottages
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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Reviews of Franz Josef Glacier

4.5
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 55%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 39%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 4%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 1%
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1 - Terrible 1%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

This is a rainforest, so expect to get wet on hikes.

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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