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Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef

5.0 star property
Travelers stroll through beautiful gardens at this Franz Josef retreat, just steps from the Westcoast Wildlife Centre where nature's wonders await

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Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef offers a serene garden setting in the heart of town. Guests love the helpful staff and practical amenities like WiFi, self parking, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. The nearby Westcoast Wildlife Centre makes exploring local nature convenient.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is S$245
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar

Room options

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Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

Superior Studio Suite, Jetted Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Living area

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, Mountain View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
  • Mountain view
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 2 King Beds

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In-room dining

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Jetted Tub, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
  • Garden view
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

View all photos for Superior Studio Suite, Accessible, Ground Floor

Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

Superior Studio Suite, Accessible, Ground Floor

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Courtyard Area

Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

Superior Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Courtyard Area

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Jetted Tub, Garden View

In-room dining

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Jetted Tub, Garden View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
  • Garden view
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds OR 2 King Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Two-Bedroom Apartment

Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 5

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Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

Executive Studio

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

Executive Studio with SPA Bath

  • Sleeps 3

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Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 4

Superior Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Courtyard Area

  • Sleeps 3

Deluxe Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 4

Executive Studio

  • Sleeps 3

Superior Studio Suite, Accessible, Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Jetted Tub, Garden View

  • Sleeps 4

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Jetted Tub, Garden View

  • Sleeps 5
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About the area

Located in Franz Josef Glacier, Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef is in the mountains and in a national park. While the natural beauty of Westcoast Wildlife Centre and Franz Josef Glacier can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Glacier Hot Pools. Air Safaris and Fox Glacier are two other places to visit that come recommended. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the snowshoeing. Visit our Franz Josef Glacier travel guide
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Map
76 Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier, 7856

What's nearby

  • Glacier Hot Pools
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Waiho Hot Tubs
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Our Lady of the Alps
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • St James Anglican Church
    12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK)
    114 min drive

Restaurants

  • Full Of Beans Cafe
    8 min walk
  • Landing Bar & Restaurant
    7 min walk
  • Monsoon Bar
    3 min walk
  • Blue Ice Restaurant & Bar
    10 min walk
  • SnakeBite Brewery
    8 min walk

About this property

Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef

Motel near Glacier Hot Pools
Located close to Westcoast Wildlife Centre, Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef provides a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), motorhome/coach/lorry parking and express check-in
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours, a TV in reception and tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All rooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and separate dining areas, as well as perks such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs and cots/infant beds
  • Select Comfort beds and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Heated floors, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, separate dining areas and eco-friendly cleaning products

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available for a fee

Things to do

  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • High chair
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2013
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fan
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 10.0 per stay

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef?

As of 7 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef on 18 Mar, 2026 start from S$245, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef located?

Situated in a national park, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Glacier Hot Pools and Westcoast Wildlife Centre.

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Reviews

Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 544 out of 654 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 94 out of 654 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 654 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 654 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 654 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean room and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel with good location. Franz Josef is a cute little place with a “ski town” vibe. Hotel had friendly staff, clean spacious room(with kitchenette) and nice bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay. The room was very neat and clean, and the staff were friendly and helpful. Everything was well organized and made our stay comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was excellent and well located within the walking distance of the eateries.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good condition and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property and room. Had everything we needed and in a nice quiet part of town but easy to walk to everything. Lovely people too, thank you
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms with amazing scenic views
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location! Beds were very comfortable and room was spotless. Staff were friendly and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Boon Wee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are extremely spacious and the place is clean. Location is good too, within short walking distance to eateries.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice property, great rooms, convenient location, and Nespresso Coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This motel is awesome. I couldn't find fault with it. The staff were great and the room and surroundings are spotless. I would definitely recommend staying here if you need accommodation in Franz Joseph.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable and quiet accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location. Close to glaciers. Excellent room and parking
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

orania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely host, very clean and comfortable Easy walk to restaurants and shops
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the full kitchen, great amenities, and extremely comfortable rooms. High end finishes
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meegan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent kitchen area, bathroom with jacuzzi tub. Close restaurants in walking distance. You should definitely visit the kiwi breeding facility in town. Very close to Franz Josef and Fox glaciers.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quality room. It was clean and well-appointed. We felt comfortable there.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location across thr road from the visitors centre. Excellent facilities with a lot of space.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

COLIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A good motel

All good. Very clean and well equipped room with a nice spa tub. Owner and staff were very friendly as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Great location with access to the glaciers… Rooms are comfortable and newly redone… Only issue is with parking
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hemant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice clean hotel in Franz Josef

Perfect little hotel with comfortable, clean and well equipped rooms and parking. Great location to explore the mountains and glacier. Main street restaurants are a short walk away.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay! The cleanest motel I have ever stayed at. Very roomy and comfortable with a kitchenette and area to relax. Next door to King Tiger which was some of the best Thai food!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable room, good shower and comfy bed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023