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 HK$1,378 per night from 31 Jan to 1 Feb
HK$1,378
HK$1,602 total
31 Jan - 1 Feb
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! (650 reviews)
Had a good stay, no issues. Rooms are average due to age.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 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 HK$1,536 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
HK$1,536
HK$1,808 total
5 Feb - 6 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (660 reviews)
Great room, wonderful spa bath, plenty of toiletries, staff very helpful, good variety of food for continental breakfast, laundry facilities so $10 to wash and dry large load

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Franz Josef Oasis
Haka House Franz Josef

Haka House Franz Josef

4.5 out of 5
2-4 Cron Street Franz Josef Glacier
The price is HK$747 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
HK$747
HK$868 total
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (87 reviews)
Pas de problème de stationnement. Très bon rapport qualité /prix

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Haka House Franz Josef
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (258 reviews)
Everything was great

Reviewed on 17 Jan 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! (374 reviews)
Great spot and inclusions. Highly recommend

Reviewed on 18 Jan 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 Wi-Fi, free parking and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Glacier Hot Pools and Waiho Hot ...
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 12 May 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 56%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 41%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 2%
2 - Disappointing
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4/5 - Good

Andy

Great place but remember access is through one road which can fall victim to the elements. They are pretty quick at fixing problems though

5/5 - Excellent

Mikey

Franz is a buzzing friendly town nestled underneath its glacier. Atmosphere is fun and lively as well as peaceful and calm!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Rains a lot here

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Small town but everything you need is there. A great place and a base for your explorations of the nearby glaciers and all kinds of adventures!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Don’t pre book activities as these can easily affected by weather.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

unique but easy walk