Franz Josef Glacier Travel Guide

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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
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 ₹16,415 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
₹16,415
₹19,062 total
9 Mar - 10 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! (662 reviews)
A standard Kiwi motel/hotel but far over priced for what the room offered. VERY small shower and single bed I could have rolled out of. The breakfast cost was excessive.

Reviewed on 5 Mar 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 ₹18,338 per night from 14 Mar to 15 Mar
₹18,338
₹21,536 total
14 Mar - 15 Mar
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! (677 reviews)
It was a quiet place with great views away from the hustle and bustle. Didn’t hear any helicopters! Angela and staff were friendly and helpful to make our stay very pleasant. The continental breakfast was very pleasant with a coffee machine with various choices, teas, juice and cereals and yogurt. ...

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Franz Josef Oasis
Franz Alpine Retreat

Franz Alpine Retreat

4 out of 5
2 Donovan Drive, Sh 6 Franz Josef Glacier
The price is ₹14,121 per night from 19 Mar to 20 Mar
₹14,121
₹16,305 total
19 Mar - 20 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! (490 reviews)
We were running late for checking. Left a message and instructions were waiting in the after hours box. No problem.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Franz Alpine Retreat
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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! (270 reviews)
Excellent friendly staff the view of the amazing forest from our room was amazing.

Reviewed on 26 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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (21 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

Te Awa Cottages
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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

4.5/5(11 reviews)

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.

Glacier Hot Pools

Westcoast Wildlife Centre

3.5/5(4 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.

Westcoast Wildlife Centre

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.

Waiho Hot Tubs

Reviews of Franz Josef Glacier

4.5
Top destination
5 - Excellent
23
5 - Excellent 56%
4 - Good
17
4 - Good 41%
3 - Okay
1
3 - Okay 2%
2 - Disappointing
0
2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
0
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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