Title: Ribbonwood Retreat - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 Bed & breakfast in Franz Josef Glacier with free breakfast ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9850000/9849600/9849559/759c1a48.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9850000/9849600/9849559/92a9af80.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9850000/9849600/9849559/9254ec92.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9850000/9849600/9849559/8e7d2884.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9850000/9849600/9849559/c85c6eb3.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 - Room service - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 27 - Oct. 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=9849559&PinnedHotelID=9849559&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=9849559&PinnedHotelID=9849559&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 28 - Oct. 29](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=9849559&PinnedHotelID=9849559&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=9849559&PinnedHotelID=9849559&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 31 - Nov. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=9849559&PinnedHotelID=9849559&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=9849559&PinnedHotelID=9849559&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 7 - Nov. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=9849559&PinnedHotelID=9849559&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=9849559&PinnedHotelID=9849559&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ### Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom (Baumann Glacier Room) ### Highlights Balcony or patio TV Separate bedroom Hair dryer Private bathroom Bathrobes Separate bathtub and shower Coffee/tea maker - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 ### Standard Studio (Private cottage with deck) ### Highlights Balcony or patio Air conditioning Kitchenette Refrigerator TV Private bathroom Hair dryer 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 - Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 5 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 - 6 min drive - 6.6 km - St James Anglican Church - 6 min drive - 7.0 km ### Getting around - Hokitika (HKK) - 111 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Full Of Beans Cafe - ‬4 min drive - ‪Landing Bar & Restaurant - ‬4 min drive - ‪Monsoon Bar - ‬4 min drive - ‪SnakeBite Brewery - ‬4 min drive - ‪Alice May - ‬5 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. 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Waiho Hot Tubs and Westcoast Wildlife Centre are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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