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717 reviews

Glacier View Motel - Franz Josef

Glacier View Motel - Franz Josef

2832 Franz Josef Highway , Franz Josef, 7856, New Zealand

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Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Parking On Site

Mountain view

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

Glacier View Motel - Franz Josef

Glacier View Motel - Franz Josef is a 4-star motel in Franz Josef, New Zealand, located 1.5mi from the city center along the Franz Josef Highway. Address: 2832 Franz Josef Highway.

Featured amenities include free private parking, free WiFi, free on-site parking, mountain views, a kitchen, kitchenware, kitchenette, non-smoking rooms, garden, and views. These offerings make it convenient to cook, relax outdoors, and enjoy the scenery after a day of glacier adventures.

Located in Franz Josef, New Zealand, the listing shows 717 reviews.

Nestled in a scenic setting, the property invites guests to unwind with mountain views and a garden backdrop, while a well-equipped kitchen with kitchenware and a kitchenette makes it easy to whip up meals after a day of glacier adventures. Non-smoking rooms help keep the air fresh, and the space is ready to accommodate relaxed outdoor time or cozy indoor evenings.

Cash is the accepted method of payment, and the listing has drawn steady attention with 717 reviews from travelers. The experience seems to resonate, offering a straightforward stay that could suit a variety of itineraries, from solo trips to family adventures.

A range of stay options caters to different group sizes, including an Apartment, 1 Bedroom (323 sqft) that accommodates up to 10 adults and 6 children with 1 twin and 1 double bed; an Apartment, 2 Bedroom (452 sqft) sleeping up to 10 adults and 6 children with 1 double bed, 1 sofa bed, and 2 twin beds; Studio options like Studio, 2 Twin (237 sqft) and Superior Studio (237 sqft) for up to 5 adults and 3 children, featuring 2 twin beds or a king/queen setup; and an Executive, Triple (366 sqft) for 3 adults and 2 children with a twin and a king bed. Non-smoking rooms are available, and several other studio and apartment layouts are listed among the offerings.

Closest airports

Hokitika Aerodrome

60.6mi

Most popular amenities

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Parking On Site

Mountain view

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

Garden

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Rooms

Executive Triple Room in Glacier View Motel - Franz Josef

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Executive, Triple

1 Twin Bed

1 King Size Bed

365 sqft

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Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

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Double Studio in Glacier View Motel - Franz Josef

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Studio Double Room

1 Queen Size Bed

235 sqft

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Microwave

Flat-screen TV

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Two-Bedroom Apartment (5 Adults) in Glacier View Motel - Franz Josef

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Apartment, 2 Bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 Sofa Bed

2 Twin Beds

450 sqft

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One-Bedroom Apartment 1 in Glacier View Motel - Franz Josef

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

1 Twin Bed

1 Double Bed

325 sqft

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Kitchenette

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Twin Studio in Glacier View Motel - Franz Josef

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Studio, 2 Twin Beds

2 Twin Beds

235 sqft

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Kitchenette

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Superior Studio in Glacier View Motel - Franz Josef

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Superior Studio

1 King Size Bed

235 sqft

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Kitchenette

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Executive

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Free wifi

Microwave

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Apartment, 2 Queen Size Beds, 2 Bedroom

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Executive Studio

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Guest reviews

6.9

717 reviews

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Featured reviews:

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Teresa

8.2

January 2024

The unit had everything they we needed. The bed was very comfortable, the bathroom had been renovated, plenty of crockery, cutlery, pans, pots, toaster, jug, two burner hot plate and microwave. Everything was clean and tidy. We could park the car under cover right outside our unit which was great as it rained overnight. Would definitely recommend as a great place to stay.

Nothing.

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Michael

9.1

March 2025

The reception was very welcoming. The apartment rooms were delightfully spacious, very clean and well presented. Everything worked and there were some thoughtful and useful touches. It is a couple of Kms out from the town centre of Franz Josef, just over the river bridge going north. When we arrived the weather and vista of the mountains was moody and formidable, swirling with low clouds and mist. The following morning, the glacier was illuminated by the morning sun, enabling a great photo of the glacier from the apartment frontage. (See photo) A bonus is being able to reverse the car under the wide verandah of the apartment frontage, so loading/unloading will always be in the dry. Will make this motel my first go-to booking choice for a glacier stay

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Adele

8.2

January 2024

Lovely location! Very clean and very friendly/helpful staff. The motel itself is a little on the dated side, however, it was impeccably clean, safe, had everything that we needed and was good value for money.

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Ratchada

8.2

January 2024

Location and staff

Mosquitoes.

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Celia

8.2

February 2025

The motel has a lovely view to the snow topped mountains and was situated just out of town, so was very quiet. This is an older motel but our living room, bedroom and bathroom were spacious. The kitchenette was adequately equipped. The owner was quick to assist us with a TV glitch. There is a generous overhang where the car is parked.

The mattress sank towards the middle with two people on it and the pillows weren't comfortable.

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Melvyn

8.2

November 2023

Quiet setting!

Nothing

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Jillian

9.1

February 2025

The manager was very friendly and very prompt attending to our requests. The motel is an older building and looks a bit tired, but everything was comfortable , the rooms spacious enough, cooking facilities adequate. Beds comfy enough.

The outside appearance lacks appeal. The gardens are in need of maintenance and the buildings could do with a coat of paint.

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Catherine

9.1

January 2024

Our first impression was that the place was a bit run down but the view of the glacier made up for any lack of outdoor care. The room was very nice (2 rooms), clean and comfortable. We stayed 2 nights and liked that we were out of the town noise (helicopters) and crowds.

The grounds were not as nice as they could have been. No flowers in pots and weeds in gardens and driveway.

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Anonymous

10

March 2025

Stephen was exceptionally helpful , several times he went above and beyond what was usual, So he gave us more milk to save us a trip to the supermarket shortly after arrival. Also he sorted out our TV problems immediately, making a special trip when he was already very busy.

All good

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Annie

10

March 2024

Very helpful staff, we were met and greeted on arrival, and nothing was too much trouble - very happy to stay here and to recommend to others

... Previous reviews complained about the WiFi.... No it wasn't great, but then you're in the middle of a mountain range / valley, so surely only to be expected...🤷

Points of Interest Around Glacier View Motel - Franz Josef

Attractions

Franz Josef Glacier Hot Pools

1.2mi

West Coast Wildlife Centre

1.4mi

Franz Josef Glacier

4.3mi

Fox Glacier

10.8mi

Aoraki/Mt. Cook National Park

16mi

Tasman Glacier (Haupapa)

22.7mi

Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre

25.6mi

Mt. Cook Hermitage Hotel

25.7mi

Amenities of Glacier View Motel - Franz Josef

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Parking On Site

Mountain view

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

Garden

View

Stay rules - Glacier View Motel - Franz Josef

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property