⭐ Top 10 Hotels Near Franz Josef Glacier for 2026

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A modern kitchen with a large TV, a coffee machine, and a plant.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a dining area.

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a fire feature.

A modern bathroom with a double sink, a towel rack, a hairdryer, and a neon sign.

1. Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

8.6 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Kelvin

S$68

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A motel with a red roof, located in a mountainous area with a clear sky.

A building with a red roof and stone facade, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a fan, a green sofa, and a painting on the wall.

A kitchen with a granite countertop, a stainless steel sink, a microwave, and a kettle.

2. 58 On Cron Motel

9.2 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Sue

S$116

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A wooden bench outside a building with a view of a road and mountains.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, two chairs, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a table with a remote control, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A room with a large window offering a view of a mountainous landscape and a palm tree.

3. Alpine Glacier Motel

8.7 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Cheryl

S$84

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

A neatly made bed with a green throw, a bedside lamp, and a nightstand.

A window with a view of a lush garden with various plants and a small stream.

A motel named Aspen Court with a mountain backdrop.

A modern living room with a large window, a black leather sofa, a white round table, and a forest-themed wall mural.

4. Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef

9.3 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Chandan

S$155

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

A resort with multiple cabins, a palm tree, and mountains in the background.

A paved road leading to a house surrounded by lush greenery and a mountain in the background.

A row of modern, single-story buildings with large windows, situated near a body of water with a reflection, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.

A modern room with two armchairs, a small table, a fireplace, and a framed picture on the wall.

5. Franz Josef Oasis

12.1 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Rie

S$158

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A bedroom with a large window offering a view of snow-capped mountains and a fenced field.

A room with a large window offering a mountain view, a blue sofa, a small table, and a red ottoman.

A room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of mountains and trees.

A building with a stone facade and a metal roof, surrounded by a chain-link fence and a grassy area.

6. Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

16 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Raine

S$73

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

7. Rainforest Deluxe

9.1 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Xavier

S$228

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

A mountain landscape with a cabin in the foreground.

A hotel room with a bed, a television on a wooden stand, and a large sliding glass door leading to a parking area.

A room with a large window offering a view of a mountainous landscape, a wooden table, and a chair.

A living room with two sofas, a TV, and a large window offering a mountain view.

8. Rainforest Motel

14.1 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Siew

S$68

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a TV, a fireplace, and a sliding glass door leading to a patio with outdoor furniture.

A modern kitchen with a dishwasher, sink, and dining area with chairs and a table.

A building with a flat roof and a small window, surrounded by dense greenery and a mountain in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, a leather sofa, a coffee table, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

9. Punga Grove

9 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Milena

S$123

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

A cozy wooden cabin room with a bed, a sofa, and a TV.

A wooden cabin with a corrugated metal roof, surrounded by dense ferns and trees.

A wooden dining table with a woven placemat, two chairs, a basket of bread, a teapot, a cup, and a glass of water.

A wooden house with a staircase leading to the entrance, surrounded by lush greenery.

10. Fox Glacier Lodge

13.9 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Kaius

S$91

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A couple seated on a balcony overlooking snow-capped mountains.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a shower area.

A hotel with a central building and two wings, a parking lot, and surrounding greenery.

A view of a mountainous landscape through a window, with a silhouette of a person in the foreground.

11. Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier

9 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Aviral

S$90

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

An outdoor dining area with tables set for two, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A table with a bottle of champagne and two glasses, a chair, and a view of greenery through a window.

A modern building entrance with wooden paneling, a glass door, and a view of a lush garden.

A modern multi-story building with a wooden exterior, multiple balconies, and a lush surrounding forest.

12. Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

9.1 km from Franz Josef Glacier

peter

S$333

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

A person using binoculars on a balcony with stone pillars, overlooking palm trees and a sunset.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a scenic view.

A building with a balcony overlooking a sunset.

A stone balcony with a railing, overlooking a landscape with hills.

13. Te Weheka Hotel Fox Glacier

13.8 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Jacobus

S$184

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

A modern hotel with a hot tub on the deck, wooden exterior, and a bedroom with a bed and nightstand.

A modern house with a wooden deck, large windows, and a view of surrounding trees and mountains.

A modern living room with a wooden coffee table, a sofa with patterned cushions, and a view of a deck and greenery outside.

A cozy log cabin room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a small kitchenette, and a large window offering a view of greenery.

14. Rainforest Retreat

9 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Monique

S$95

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

A view from inside a building, looking out to a street with houses, trees, and mountains in the background.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a mountain view.

A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, a TV, and a view of mountains and trees.

A sign for Terrace Hotel & Motel with a mountainous backdrop.

15. The Terrace

8.9 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Sandra

S$149

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

A modern house with a covered patio, a stone pathway, and a view of mountains.

A stone fireplace with a fire, a wooden ceiling, and a view of lush greenery outside.

A modern lounge area with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of greenery.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a small table, and a large window with a view of greenery.

16. Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

9 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Mike

S$128

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

A covered outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, overlooking a mountainous landscape with greenery and a view of a snow-capped peak.

A dining area with a glass table and chairs, a sofa with a green pillow, and a view of a wooden fence through large windows.

A row of two-story buildings with a gravel driveway, surrounded by tropical vegetation and palm trees.

A resort with multiple bungalow-style buildings, a gravel driveway, and lush greenery including ferns and flowering plants.

17. 10 Cottages

8.9 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Melissa

S$154

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A night sky with stars and the Milky Way over a modern building with large windows and a wooden deck.

A modern living room with two grey sofas, a coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs. A kitchen with a stove and sink is visible in the background.

A modern building with a glass facade, surrounded by a natural landscape with trees and a mountain in the background.

A night sky with the Milky Way over a residential area with houses and palm trees.

18. Franz Alpine Retreat

11.7 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Faye

S$87

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A couple in a hot tub with a mountain view.

A sign for Fox Glacier Top 10 Holiday Parks with a view of mountains and clouds.

A horse near a tree and a fence in a rural setting.

A compact kitchen with a built-in stove, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio.

19. Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels

14.6 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Madison

S$34

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A wooden sauna with a bench and a towel on a shelf.

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, wooden flooring, and contemporary furniture.

A stone pillar in a garden with lush greenery and a wooden deck.

A building with a stone facade, a red roof, and a wooden entrance canopy.

20. Haka House Franz Josef

8.6 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Anita

S$72

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Franz Josef Glacier

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef	9.0 Wonderful 173 reviews	View
58 On Cron Motel	9.6 Exceptional 417 reviews	View
Alpine Glacier Motel	9.0 Wonderful 797 reviews	View
Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef	9.6 Exceptional 668 reviews	View
Franz Josef Oasis	9.4 Exceptional 699 reviews	View

Top Franz Josef Glacier Hotel Reviews

Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely hotel! The reception team is amazing, happy to share recommendations and info about the surrounding area. Hotel rooms are cozy with tea, coffee, and hot cocoa, towel warmers, bed warmers, etc. Fresh milk for tea/coffee available in the main office. Affordable & convenient laundry option which was perfect for this being midway through our travel. Would 100% recommend this hotel!"

Alpine Glacier Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Value for money Very clean Helpful staff member"

Rainforest Deluxe

10/10 Excellent

"Well worth it. Fantastic stay and unique experience. Would stay there again."

Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice place. Nothing to complain about. Coffee was good…and FREE!"

Rainforest Retreat

10/10 Excellent

"It was quiet and the couples we meet were fun to chat with . Overall a fun stay 👍"

Franz Josef Top 10 Holiday Park

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay, staff were very helpful and friendly, great place to stay thank you"

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay"

Franz Josef Oasis

10/10 Excellent

"Large room with its own fireplace. Double bathroom withe spa bath was amazing. And of course, the complimentary Continental Breakfast comprised a vast selection of tasty eats. A few minutes drive to Franz Josef Village. Will highly recommend booking in here!"

Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

10/10 Excellent

"Very helpfull staff, made us feel welcome and at home"

Other attractions near Franz Josef Glacier

Fox Glacier

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Fox Glacier during your travels in Westland Tai Poutini National Park. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

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Roberts Point

9.0/10 (18 reviews)

You can take time to visit Roberts Point during your travels to Westland Tai Poutini National Park. Wander the lakeside or discover the stunning glacier views in this quaint area.

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Sentinel Rock

8.4/10 (15 reviews)

Find out about the history of Westland Tai Poutini National Park with a stop at Sentinel Rock. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the stunning glacier views in this quaint area.

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Alex Knob

8.4/10 (8 reviews)

You can take time to visit Alex Knob during your travels to Westland Tai Poutini National Park. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

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Waiho Bailey Bridge

After visiting Waiho Bailey Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Westland Tai Poutini National Park. Take in the museums and glaciers in the area.

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St James Anglican Church

8.4/10 (39 reviews)

St James Anglican Church is just one of the places to see in Franz Josef Glacier, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or discover the stunning glacier views in this quaint area.

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Our Lady of the Alps

8.6/10 (37 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Franz Josef Glacier with a trip to Our Lady of the Alps. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

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Westcoast Wildlife Centre

8.6/10 (150 reviews)

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.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Franz Josef Glacier?

Franz Josef Glacier is located in a welcoming area of Westland Tai Poutini National Park known for its magnificent mountain views. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, you could search for properties close to public transport so it's easy to get around.

Where is the best place to stay close to Franz Josef Glacier?

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and free parking. You'll find it 5.6 mi (9 km) from Franz Josef Glacier. Other good choices around the area include Alpine Glacier Motel and Punga Grove.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Franz Josef Glacier, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Franz Josef Glacier.

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Our top choices for Franz Josef Glacier hotels

1. Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

2. 58 On Cron Motel

3. Alpine Glacier Motel

4. Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef

5. Franz Josef Oasis

6. Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

7. Rainforest Deluxe

8. Rainforest Motel

9. Punga Grove

10. Fox Glacier Lodge

11. Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier

12. Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

13. Te Weheka Hotel Fox Glacier

14. Rainforest Retreat

15. The Terrace

16. Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

17. 10 Cottages

18. Franz Alpine Retreat

19. Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels

20. Haka House Franz Josef

Compare popular hotels close to Franz Josef Glacier

Top Franz Josef Glacier Hotel Reviews

Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier

Alpine Glacier Motel

Rainforest Deluxe

Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

Rainforest Retreat

Franz Josef Top 10 Holiday Park

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

Franz Josef Oasis

Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

Other attractions near Franz Josef Glacier

Fox Glacier

Roberts Point

Sentinel Rock

Alex Knob

Waiho Bailey Bridge

St James Anglican Church

Our Lady of the Alps

Westcoast Wildlife Centre

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