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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Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef
3 Wallace Street, Franz Josef, Franz Josef Glacier, Westland
The price is ￥26,926 per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
￥26,926
￥30,965 total
Jul 26 - Jul 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star 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! (180 reviews)
"An amazing place to stay, with attention to detail, spacious rooms and great service."
Reviewed on Jul 3, 2025
58 On Cron Motel
58 Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier
The price is ￥10,948 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
￥10,948
￥12,667 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (333 reviews)
Quiet restful place
"Great place to stay. Quiet! The desk manager had closed for the night and so we had to ring and she was more than happy to quickly check us in, get everything sorted and was exceeding friendly and accommodating. No complaints! Price was also excellent."
Reviewed on Jul 11, 2025
Rainforest Deluxe
46 Cron St, Franz Josef Glacier, West Coast
The price is ￥17,335 per night from Jul 28 to Jul 29
￥17,335
￥20,359 total
Jul 28 - Jul 29
includes taxes & fees
Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Westcoast Wildlife Centre and Waiho Hot Tubs are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (94 reviews)
"Amazing property. we loved it"
Reviewed on May 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 3-star 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! (233 reviews)
"Lovely huge apartment with loft bedroom, comfortable & warm, just like home! Hubby loved having full Sky tv access for Sunday sports!"
Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025
Glenfern Villas
State Highway 6, Franz Josef Glacier
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (366 reviews)
"Absolutely gorgeous setting with a view of the glacier. Villa was comfortable (except for the lack of bedside lamps) with a nice kitchen and good beds. Loved that they had free DVDs available (which we took advantage of thanks to a very rainy afternoon and evening) and laundry facilities. The town ..."
Reviewed on May 6, 2025
Mid century house in Central Franz location
Franz Josef / Waiau
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! (52 reviews)
Very good
"Excellent stay house nice a clean and warm."
Reviewed on Apr 9, 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.
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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 mountain 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 mountain 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: 30-min Flight Franz Josef & Tasman Glaciers
￥35,087
per adult
Franz Josef: 2.5 Hour Glacier Hike with Helicopter Transfer
￥69,909
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ultimate Discovery: 3 Glaciers with Snow Landing - 45mins
￥52,322
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Franz Josef: Franz Josef Glacier Lookout Guided Walk
￥9,233
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Franz Josef: 4-Glacier Helicopter Ride with 2 Landings
￥71,009
per adult
25 Minute Glacier Explorer: 1 Glacier with Alpine Landing
￥30,778
per adult
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.
