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Our top choices for Franz Josef Glacier hotels

A couple in a hot tub with a mountain view.

1. Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels

Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels
2.0 star property
14.6 km from Franz Josef Glacier
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (419 reviews)
"Kind personel, neat cabine with good quality and maintained furniture, kitchen well equiped"
Belgium
Elzbieta
The price is CA $49
CA $58 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels
An outdoor dining area with tables set for two, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

2. Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef
5.0 star property
9.1 km from Franz Josef Glacier
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (222 reviews)
"Very helpfull staff, made us feel welcome and at home"
Australia
peter
The price is CA $308
CA $390 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 27 - Nov 28
Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef
A modern kitchen with a large TV, a coffee machine, and a plant.

3. Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef
2.5 star property
8.6 km from Franz Josef Glacier
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (181 reviews)
"Really cozy spot located walking distance from downtown! Very clean and kind staff. Highly recommend!"
United States
Benjamin
The price is CA $108
CA $124 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef
A resort with multiple cabins, a palm tree, and mountains in the background.

4. Franz Josef Oasis

Franz Josef Oasis
4.0 star property
12.1 km from Franz Josef Glacier
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (708 reviews)
"Excellent breakfast included and amazing staff that were very helpful. Would definitly book this property again. One of the best motels we have stayed in."
Australia
Rex
The price is CA $254
CA $292 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Franz Josef Oasis
A hotel with a mountain backdrop, featuring a red-tiled roof and a sign indicating it is Bella Vista Hotel.

5. Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier

Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier
4.0 star property
13.9 km from Franz Josef Glacier
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (598 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
United States
Scott
The price is CA $129
CA $149 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier
A mountain landscape with a cabin in the foreground.

6. Rainforest Motel

Rainforest Motel
3.5 star property
14.1 km from Franz Josef Glacier
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (346 reviews)
"Property exceeded our expectations. Very comfortable& even had robes & slippers & high end bath products. Great location with excellent restaurant right around the corner. Highly recommend for stay when in visiting Franz Joseph & Fox Glacier area."
United States
Jean
The price is CA $158
CA $181 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Rainforest Motel
A modern hotel with a hot tub on the deck, wooden exterior, and a bedroom with a bed and nightstand.

7. Rainforest Retreat

Rainforest Retreat
4.0 star property
9 km from Franz Josef Glacier
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (977 reviews)
"Amazing place! The staff, the food and the location were all great!"
United States
Robyn
The price is CA $171
CA $197 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Rainforest Retreat
A neatly made bed with a green throw, a bedside lamp, and a nightstand.

8. Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef

Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef
5.0 star property
9.3 km from Franz Josef Glacier
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (673 reviews)
"great location and nice spacious accommodation"
Australia
jignesh
The price is CA $247
CA $284 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef
A bedroom with a large window offering a view of snow-capped mountains and a fenced field.

9. Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier
4.0 star property
16 km from Franz Josef Glacier
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (334 reviews)
"What a lovely place to stay!"
Australia
Susan
The price is CA $136
CA $156 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier
A covered outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a reception sign, and a view of mountains in the background.

10. Lake Matheson Motel

Lake Matheson Motel
4.0 star property
14.3 km from Franz Josef Glacier
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (455 reviews)
"Okay for a quick stop through. Rooms are a little outdated and could do with a freshen up."
Australia
Olivia Anne
The price is CA $141
CA $162 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 11 - Dec 12
Lake Matheson Motel
A room with a glass table reflecting the view of mountains and greenery outside.

11. Sunset Motel

Sunset Motel
3.0 star property
14.8 km from Franz Josef Glacier
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (392 reviews)
"Had everything we needed, clean and tidy, friendly and helpful staff"
Australia
Hamish
The price is CA $117
CA $135 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 11 - Dec 12
Sunset Motel
A cozy wooden cabin room with a bed, a sofa, and a TV.

12. Fox Glacier Lodge

Fox Glacier Lodge
4.0 star property
13.9 km from Franz Josef Glacier
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (370 reviews)
"Very clean room. It’s in a great location. Breakfast was great and the front desk left us a note when we were running late to check in. Overall it’s a nice place to stay but some of the paint on the drywall was messy and the drains were a little smelly. Something you might expect from a mountain lodge."
United States
Anthony
The price is CA $177
CA $204 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Fox Glacier Lodge
A modern building with a stone facade, large windows, and a mountain backdrop.

13. The Westhaven Motel

The Westhaven Motel
3.0 star property
13.9 km from Franz Josef Glacier
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (549 reviews)
"Nice motel and fun little city!!"
United States
Linda
The price is CA $104
CA $120 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 12 - Dec 13
The Westhaven Motel
A wooden bench outside a building with a view of a road and mountains.

14. Alpine Glacier Motel

Alpine Glacier Motel
3.5 star property
8.7 km from Franz Josef Glacier
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (815 reviews)
"In a good location."
United Kingdom
Sarah
The price is CA $112
CA $129 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Alpine Glacier Motel
A spacious living area with multiple sofas and a wooden coffee table, a kitchen with a dining area, and a large window providing natural light.

15. Westwood Lodge

Westwood Lodge
4.5 star property
10.4 km from Franz Josef Glacier
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (135 reviews)
"Accommodations were excellent- clean, comfortable bed and lots of space."
United States
mabel
The price is CA $380
CA $437 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Westwood Lodge
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.

16. Punga Grove

Punga Grove
3.0 star property
9 km from Franz Josef Glacier
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (296 reviews)
"The host was wonderful, we got a fantastic welcoming and she was ready to help us with all the needs and questions we had. The room was spacious and warm, the bathroom was over the top. Comfortable, clean, perfect location."
United States
Paolo
The price is CA $192
CA $222 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Punga Grove
A person using binoculars on a balcony with stone pillars, overlooking palm trees and a sunset.

17. Scenic Hotel Te Weheka

Scenic Hotel Te Weheka
4.0 star property
13.8 km from Franz Josef Glacier
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (180 reviews)
"Good location, good size rooms"
New Zealand
Jacobus
The price is CA $305
CA $352 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Scenic Hotel Te Weheka
A modern cabin-style hotel with a large deck and a mountain backdrop.

18. Glenfern Villas

Glenfern Villas
4.5 star property
11.2 km from Franz Josef Glacier
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (384 reviews)
"Great place to stay will come back again."
Australia
Don
The price is CA $235
CA $271 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Glenfern Villas
A couple seated on a balcony overlooking snow-capped mountains.

19. Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier

Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier
4.0 star property
9 km from Franz Josef Glacier
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (606 reviews)
"Everything we needed for a short stay super friendly people to welcome us"
Australia
Vanessa
The price is CA $170
CA $195 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier
A night sky with stars and the Milky Way over a modern building with large windows and a wooden deck.

20. Franz Alpine Retreat

Franz Alpine Retreat
4.0 star property
11.7 km from Franz Josef Glacier
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (502 reviews)
"Very beautiful views outside. It was nice to stay in small individual houses and not worry about noise from next door or above. The staff were very kind and helped as needed. We were able to use the kitchen to make multiple meals. Individual car park is right next to the unit which makes unloading and loading very convenient. Offsite parking for additional cars."
United States
Margaret
The price is CA $168
CA $194 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Franz Alpine Retreat
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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Compare popular hotels close to Franz Josef Glacier

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A couple in a hot tub with a mountain view.
Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels
2.0 star property
8.4
Very good
419 reviews
View
An outdoor dining area with tables set for two, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef
5.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
222 reviews
View
A modern kitchen with a large TV, a coffee machine, and a plant.
Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
181 reviews
View
A resort with multiple cabins, a palm tree, and mountains in the background.
Franz Josef Oasis
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
708 reviews
View
A hotel with a mountain backdrop, featuring a red-tiled roof and a sign indicating it is Bella Vista Hotel.
Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
598 reviews
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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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Top Franz Josef Glacier Hotel Reviews

A motel with a red roof, located in a mountainous area with a clear sky.
58 On Cron Motel

58 On Cron Motel

58 On Cron Motel
Franz Josef Glacier

10/10 Excellent

Good location. The town was very walkable. Staff was amazingly helpful. We used the kitchen supplies and it worked really well for us. Would stay again.
Canada
Evan
Reviewed October 15, 2026
58 On Cron Motel

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 might search for properties close to public transportation 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 traveler 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 Rainforest Retreat and Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef.

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 if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Franz Josef Glacier.

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