Franz Josef Glacier

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Franz Josef Glacier, South Island, New Zealand
Franz Josef Glacier, South Island, New Zealand
Beautiful summer day at Franz Josef glacier
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

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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 S$266 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
S$266
27 Feb - 28 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! (660 reviews)
Very comfortable. Staff is very helpful.

Reviewed on 15 Feb, 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 S$301 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
S$301
26 Feb - 27 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (670 reviews)
The room is clean and has everything you need. Service was excellent and they even provided a small bottle of milk for tea in your room.

Reviewed on 21 Feb, 2026

Franz Josef Oasis
Alpine Glacier Motel

Alpine Glacier Motel

3.5 out of 5
17 Cron St Franz Josef Glacier
The price is S$188 per night from 20 Mar to 21 Mar
S$188
20 Mar - 21 Mar
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! (753 reviews)
Cute hotel, big room and very comfortable.

Reviewed on 20 Feb, 2026

Alpine Glacier Motel
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! (264 reviews)
gorgeous room

Reviewed on 16 Feb, 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! (375 reviews)
Great visit to a very well equipped unit….everything we needed!

Reviewed on 2 Feb, 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 ...
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
17
4 - Good 41%
3 - Okay
1
3 - Okay 2%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

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

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