Title: Ribbonwood Retreat (Bed And Breakfast) - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Ribbonwood Retreat Eco-certified retreat: nature & comfort with full breakfasts, sunny terrace, and WiFi for staying connected. ## Photo gallery for Ribbonwood Retreat ![Free WiFi - Ribbonwood Retreat (Franz Josef Glacier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9850000/9849600/9849559/759c1a48.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Ribbonwood Retreat (Franz Josef Glacier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9850000/9849600/9849559/c85c6eb3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - Ribbonwood Retreat (Franz Josef Glacier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9850000/9849600/9849559/92a9af80.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free WiFi - Ribbonwood Retreat (Franz Josef Glacier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9850000/9849600/9849559/8e7d2884.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Ribbonwood Retreat (Franz Josef Glacier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9850000/9849600/9849559/9254ec92.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Ribbonwood Retreat provides an upscale experience in a peaceful setting. Guests enjoy full breakfasts while taking in garden views, can relax on the sun-filled terrace, or browse the library for a good book to enjoy during their stay. ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Room service ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan. 30 - Jan. 31](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=9849559&PinnedHotelID=9849559&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=9849559&PinnedHotelID=9849559&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan. 31 - Feb. 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=9849559&PinnedHotelID=9849559&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=9849559&PinnedHotelID=9849559&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan. 30 - Feb. 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=9849559&PinnedHotelID=9849559&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=9849559&PinnedHotelID=9849559&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Feb. 6 - Feb. 8](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=9849559&PinnedHotelID=9849559&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=9849559&PinnedHotelID=9849559&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ### Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom (Baumann Glacier Room) ### Highlights Balcony or patio TV Separate bedroom Separate bathtub and shower Hair dryer Bathrobes Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 ### Standard Studio (Private cottage with deck) ### Highlights Balcony or patio Air conditioning Kitchenette Refrigerator TV Hair dryer Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker - Sleeps 3 ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FFranz-Josef-Glacier-Hotels-Ribbonwood-Retreat.h9849559.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FFranz-Josef-Glacier-Hotels-Ribbonwood-Retreat.h9849559.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Franz Josef Glacier is home to Ribbonwood Retreat. Waiho Hot Tubs and Glacier Hot Pools are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Te Wahipounamu and Westcoast Wildlife Centre. [Visit our Franz Josef Glacier travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Franz-Josef-Glacier.dx10398) [View more B&B in Franz Josef Glacier](https://www.expedia.ca/Franz-Josef-Glacier-Bed-And-Breakfast.d10398-aaBedAndBreakfast.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-43.35163%2C170.20137&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=PgQ6SgOJT3q9E1T_l588F0Zn_d8=) Greens Road, Franz Josef Glacier, 7886 ### What's nearby - ![Fox Glacier which includes snow, a lake or waterhole and forests](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526966904/fe6c0d19-5008-465d-857d-c0e8543fe431.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Matheson 26 min drive \- 37.1 km - Westcoast Wildlife Centre 4 min drive \- 6.2 km - Glacier Hot Pools 5 min drive \- 6.2 km - Waiho Hot Tubs 5 min drive \- 6.2 km - Our Lady of the Alps 5 min drive \- 6.6 km ### Getting around - Hokitika (HKK) 111 min drive ### Restaurants - Landing Bar & Restaurant 4 min drive - Full Of Beans Cafe 4 min drive - Monsoon Bar 4 min drive - Blue Ice Restaurant & Bar 5 min drive - SnakeBite Brewery 4 min drive ## About this property ### Ribbonwood Retreat Property highlights At Ribbonwood Retreat, you can look forward to free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a library. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self parking - Smoke-free premises Room features All guestrooms at Ribbonwood Retreat offer amenities such as free WiFi. Extra amenities include: - Bathrooms with hair dryers ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16020000/16017000/16016956/a1bcbfde.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Karamea Farm Baches Karamea - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Laundry 7.6 Good 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14&selected=16016956&PinnedHotelID=16016956&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122110000/122102800/122102756/587a8abe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Comfy family home, stay at our retreat on Brittan St! 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