Franz Josef Glacier

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A glacier valley surrounded by lush green mountains and waterfalls.
A glacier with a waterfall cascading down a steep cliff.
A glacier valley with steep, forested mountains and a clear sky.
A lush green valley with a river, surrounded by dense forest and mountains.
A mountain landscape with a reflective lake, lush greenery, and a glacier in the distance.
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 HK$707 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
HK$707
HK$813 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very good! (680 reviews)
"The people here are incredibly friendly and very knowledgeable of the area, the hotel itself is lovely too, would highly recommend."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
Alpine Glacier Motel

Alpine Glacier Motel

3.5 out of 5
17 Cron St Franz Josef Glacier
The price is HK$474 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
HK$474
HK$545 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (793 reviews)
"Comfortable bed.Warm and cozy unit with a great shower.Location perfect.Walking distance to shops and restaurants"

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026

Alpine Glacier Motel
Punga Grove

Punga Grove

3 out of 5
Cron Street Franz Josef Glacier
The price is HK$640 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
HK$640
HK$736 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (283 reviews)
"TV sometimes worked. Floor was a bit dirty. Booked a 2 room, but moved to a 1+ loft"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Punga Grove
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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 Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (283 reviews)
"TV sometimes worked. Floor was a bit dirty. Booked a 2 room, but moved to a 1+ loft"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Punga Grove
Glenfern Villas

Glenfern Villas

4.5 out of 5
State Highway 6 Franz Josef Glacier
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (381 reviews)
"Great place to stay will come back again."

Reviewed on 21 May 2026

Glenfern Villas
Mid century house in Central Franz location

Mid century house in Central Franz location

Franz Josef / Waiau West Coast
Stay at this holiday home in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and balconies or patios. Popular attractions Westcoast Wildlife Centre and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (74 reviews)
"Just a place to stay- not nice or cozy at all. We should have paid attention to the reviews that weren’t good, but as we aren’t overly picky people we thought those leaving bad reviews were likely exaggerating - they weren’t. NO nice touches and RUN DOWN. The host supplies next to nothing, no serviettes/ ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

Mid century house in Central Franz location
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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.

Stay near popular Franz Josef Glacier attractions

Glacier Hot Pools

8.8/10 (164 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.
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Things to do

Skip the Line: Franz Josef Wildlife Center Ticket with Optional Backstage Pass

Skip the Line: Franz Josef Wildlife Center Ticket with Optional Backstage Pass

HK$289
per adult
Skip the Line: Franz Josef Wildlife Center Ticket with Optional Backstage Pass
Franz Josef Nature Tour

Franz Josef Nature Tour

HK$490
per adult
Franz Josef Nature Tour
Franz Josef Glacier 25-Minute Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing

Franz Josef Glacier 25-Minute Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing

HK$1,758
per adult
Franz Josef Glacier 25-Minute Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing
Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike

Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike

HK$3,859
per adult
Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike
Mount Cook Spectacular Helicopter Flight from Franz Josef

Mount Cook Spectacular Helicopter Flight from Franz Josef

HK$2,991
per adult
Mount Cook Spectacular Helicopter Flight from Franz Josef
Snow landing on the Fox Glacier with Mount Tasman

Fox Glacier and snow landing (allow 20 minutes - departs Fox Glacier)

HK$1,553
per adult
Fox Glacier and snow landing (allow 20 minutes - departs Fox Glacier)
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A glacier with a crevasse, snow-covered mountains, and a partly cloudy sky.

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