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
Franz Josef Glacier
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Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
36 Main Road, State Highway 6 Franz Josef Glacier
The price is HK$704 per night from 28 Mar to 29 Mar
HK$704
HK$822 total
28 Mar - 29 Mar
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! (664 reviews)
Booked based on photos of hotel with chilled bar area. Very surprised to find they do not open the bar area outside of restaurant hours. At 8.45 pm wanting a nightcap they told us to go to a local bar. May as well have stayed in one of the local motels or airbnb. Basically an expensive motel with ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Franz Alpine Retreat
2 Donovan Drive, Sh 6 Franz Josef Glacier
The price is HK$1,056 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
HK$1,056
HK$1,222 total
24 Mar - 25 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Glacier Hot Pools and Waiho Hot Tubs ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (491 reviews)
The 2 bed unit was a good size and reasonably clean and comfortable with the exception of the very hard beds. There is a notice telling you not to cook smelly meals and if you did you would incur a fee. Shame about the smelly bin which had not been cleaned before a new bin bag had been added, so ...
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Punga Grove
Cron Street Franz Josef Glacier
The price is HK$787 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
HK$787
HK$907 total
13 Apr - 14 Apr
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! (271 reviews)
Quiet room
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
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 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! (271 reviews)
Quiet room
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Glenfern Villas
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 ...
Te Awa Cottages
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! (22 reviews)
Clean, modern,spacious cottage just outside the town of Franz Joseph. Beautiful views of the mountains and glacier from the deck.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
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.
Popular places to visit
Glacier Hot Pools
You can take time to visit Glacier Hot Pools during your travels to Franz Josef Glacier. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the stunning glacier views in this quaint area.
Westcoast Wildlife Centre
You can take time to visit Westcoast Wildlife Centre during your travels to Franz Josef Glacier. Wander the lakeside or discover the stunning glacier 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: Twin Glacier 35-Minute Helicopter Flight
HK$2,321
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Skip the Line: Franz Josef Wildlife Center Ticket with Optional Backstage Pass
HK$303
per adult
Fox Glacier & Mount Cook Helicopter Flight
HK$2,263
per adult
Franz Josef Glacier 25-Minute Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing
HK$1,842
per adult
Reviews of Franz Josef Glacier
4.5
Top destination
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
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