Top Hotels in Franz Josef Motels
The 5 best Motels in Franz Josef, New Zealand
The quaint West Coast, South Island town of Franz Josef is named after the Franz Josef Glacier. Which in turn, legend has it, is named for a girl whose lover died in a fatal fall. She cried so much that her tears pooled, eventually freezing into a block of ice. The magic of this fable isn’t lost on the town or the tourists who flock to the tragically romantic site.
Restaurants in Franz Josef
1. Alpine Glacier Motor Lodge
Overall Ratings
4 based on 675 reviews
24 spacious, well appointed, ground floor studio and family units. Central village location with spectacular alpine and rainforest views, walk to restaurants, shops and attractions. King, queen, deck and spa units with kitchenettes, ensuite bathrooms, Sky TV, DVD players and complimentary DVD library. Spa pool, guest laundry and activities booking service.
A very good place to stay
Reviewed By AlvinspottySpent three nights there and we loved it. very close to shopping and easy walking, only five minutes or less. The manager was very good to us, he tried to get us cheap helicopter trips but could not. there was not much traffic as to the virus. But we loved the town worth visiting and spending time there.
2. Punga Grove Motel & Suites
Overall Ratings
4 based on 421 reviews
Punga Grove offers stylish motel accommodation in the heart of Franz Josef Glacier village. Set amongst beautiful native bush with the lush rainforest at your doorstep with a stunning backdrop of high alpine peaks, Punga Grove is your natural West Coast accommodation choice for your stay in Glacier Country in New Zealand.
Fabulous motel
Reviewed By Linley NUnit was spacious and well appointed. I loved the little extra touches like salt and pepper. Staff friendly and helpful and the location is excellent! Great value and look forward to going back one day!
3. 58 On Cron Motel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 572 reviews
58 on Cron is set amongst beautiful rain forest but just a 5 minute stroll to the village. We are also conveniently located across from the Glacier Hot Pool complex. The Motel is architecturally designed for the discerning traveller and each unit is fully equipped with everything needed to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable. Our guests enjoy 50+ Channels of Sky TV and Free WI-FI Access.
Lovely place
Reviewed By H3244XDemmabWe planned to stay the night but our 5 month old wasn’t coping with the heat. Stacy was super lovely about it and we were absolutely gutted we couldn’t spent the night. Definitely recommend, absolutely lovely!
4. Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier
Overall Ratings
4 based on 419 reviews
We are just a minute's walk to a variety of flights, glacier hikes, restaurants, the Wildlife Center with its Kiwis and the Glacier Hot Pools. Offering a range of modern studio accommodation including, spa bath, queen and twin studio, mountain view studio and larger one bedroom family accommodation. All accommodation includes in-room phones, free Wi-Fi, hairdryers, complimentary tea, coffee, drinking chocolate & fresh milk, fridge, small microwave, toaster and a hot water kettle. Some rooms have full kitchen facilities. Off-street parking, guest laundry and BBQ area are available.
Typical Bella Vista
Reviewed By Journey45359712766Typical Bella Vista Motel. Was clean and tidy with all the usual amenities in the right place. Owner was pleasant and we could not find any faults in the complex. Usually has a good deal going so I recommend.
5. Glacier View Motel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 232 reviews
If you’re looking for a family-friendly motel in Franz Josef, look no further than Glacier View Motel. For those interested in checking out popular landmarks while visiting Franz Josef, Glacier View Hotel is located a short distance from Tatare Tunnels Walk (1.4 mi) and Callery Gorge Walk (1.4 mi). Free wifi is offered to guests, and rooms at Glacier View Hotel offer a flat screen TV, a kitchenette, and a refrigerator. During your stay, take advantage of some of the amenities offered, including baggage storage. Guests of Glacier View Hotel are also welcome to enjoy barbeque facilities, located on site. For travelers arriving by car, free parking is available. While staying at Glacier View Motel, you may want to check out King Tiger Eastern Eating House & Bar (1.2 mi) which is a short walk away. Should time allow, Church of St. James is a popular historic site that is relatively easy to get to. The staff at Glacier View Motel looks forward to serving you during your upcoming visit.
Enjoyable and convenient stop-over
Reviewed By westoncMy wife and I and our two daughters spent 1 night at Glacier View Motel. The accommodation was spacious and clean and consisted of 2 bedrooms with a queen bed in one room and 2 single beds in the other room. There was also a separate open plan lounge and kitchen area. The beds were comfortable and the views of the nearby mountains are lovely. The location of the motel is good and it is a short 10 minute drive to the starting point of the scenic walk to the Franz Josef Glacier. Overall, the Motel was an enjoyable and convenient stop-over.
