The Best Hotels Closest to Franz Josef Glacier in Westland Tai Poutini National Park for 2026

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A resort with multiple cabins, a palm tree, and mountains in the background.

A row of modern, single-story buildings with large windows, situated near a body of water with a reflection, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a nightstand, a mirror, and an air conditioning unit.

A paved road leading to a house surrounded by lush greenery and a mountain in the background.

1. Franz Josef Oasis

12.1 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Allison

SAR 329

SAR 379 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sep - 1 Oct

A wooden bench outside a building with a view of a road and mountains.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a table with a remote control, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A building with a sloped roof, white walls, and a view of snow-capped mountains in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, two chairs, a TV, and a window with curtains.

2. Alpine Glacier Motel

8.7 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Neal

SAR 232

SAR 270 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A modern kitchen with a large TV, a coffee machine, and a plant.

A room with a large window offering a view of a mountainous landscape and a red building.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a dining area.

A modern bathroom with a double sink, a towel rack, a hairdryer, and a neon sign.

3. Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

8.6 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Kelvin

SAR 157

SAR 181 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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.

A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, stainless steel sink, and a compact refrigerator.

A building with a flat roof and a small window, surrounded by dense greenery and a mountain in the background.

A sign for Punga Grove Motel & Suites with a "Vacancy" label, surrounded by lush greenery and a mountain backdrop.

4. Punga Grove

9 km from Franz Josef Glacier

David

SAR 378

SAR 437 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A motel with a red roof, located in a mountainous area with a clear sky.

A building with a red roof and stone facade, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a fan, a green sofa, and a painting on the wall.

A modern living room with a dining area, a sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.

5. 58 On Cron Motel

9.2 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Sharon

SAR 352

SAR 408 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A neatly made bed with a green throw, a bedside lamp, and a nightstand.

A motel named Aspen Court with a mountain backdrop.

A window with a view of a lush garden with various plants and a small stream.

A modern living room with a large window, a black leather sofa, a white round table, and a forest-themed wall mural.

6. Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef

9.3 km from Franz Josef Glacier

jignesh

SAR 383

SAR 444 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sep - 1 Oct

7. Rainforest Deluxe

9.1 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Catherine

SAR 711

SAR 818 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A mountain landscape with a cabin in the foreground.

A living room with two sofas, a TV, and a large window offering a mountain view.

A room with a large window offering a view of a mountainous landscape, a wooden table, and a chair.

A covered outdoor area with a view of mountains and a picnic table.

8. Rainforest Motel

14.1 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Siew

SAR 198

SAR 227 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

An outdoor dining area with tables set for two, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A modern multi-story building with a wooden exterior, multiple balconies, and a lush surrounding forest.

A table with a bottle of champagne and two glasses, a chair, and a view of greenery through a window.

A modern building entrance with wooden paneling, a glass door, and a view of a lush garden.

9. Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

9.1 km from Franz Josef Glacier

peter

SAR 754

SAR 1,247 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A modern hotel with a hot tub on the deck, wooden exterior, and a bedroom with a bed and nightstand.

A modern house with a wooden deck, large windows, and a view of surrounding trees and mountains.

A cozy log cabin room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a small kitchenette, and a large window offering a view of greenery.

A modern living room with a wooden coffee table, a sofa with patterned cushions, and a view of a deck and greenery outside.

10. Rainforest Retreat

9 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Tracy

SAR 305

SAR 351 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A view from inside a building, looking out to a street with houses, trees, and mountains in the background.

A table with a menu, two wine glasses, and a bottle of wine, set against a window with a mountain view.

A sign for Terrace Hotel & Motel with a mountainous backdrop.

A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, a TV, and a view of mountains and trees.

11. The Terrace

8.9 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Sandra

SAR 452

SAR 525 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A couple seated on a balcony overlooking snow-capped mountains.

A hotel with a central building and two wings, a parking lot, and surrounding greenery.

A parking area with several cars, including a white sedan and a white SUV with red and yellow markings, in front of a building with a sloped roof.

A view of a mountainous landscape through a window, with a silhouette of a person in the foreground.

12. Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier

9 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Kerry

A night sky with stars and the Milky Way over a modern building with large windows and a wooden deck.

A living room with a grey sofa, a small table, and a view of a kitchen and outdoor area.

A night sky with the Milky Way over a residential area with houses and palm trees.

A modern building with a glass facade, surrounded by a natural landscape with trees and a mountain in the background.

13. Franz Alpine Retreat

11.7 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Faye

SAR 251

SAR 296 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A covered outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, overlooking a mountainous landscape with greenery and a view of a snow-capped peak.

A window with a view of a mountain range and a palm tree.

A resort with multiple bungalow-style buildings, a gravel driveway, and lush greenery including ferns and flowering plants.

A row of two-story buildings with a gravel driveway, surrounded by tropical vegetation and palm trees.

14. 10 Cottages

8.9 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Melissa

SAR 387

SAR 445 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sep - 1 Oct

A cozy wooden cabin room with a bed, a sofa, and a TV.

A wooden dining table with a woven placemat, two chairs, a basket of bread, a teapot, a cup, and a glass of water.

A wooden house with a staircase leading to the entrance, surrounded by lush greenery.

A wooden cabin with a corrugated metal roof, surrounded by dense ferns and trees.

15. Fox Glacier Lodge

13.9 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Maria

SAR 331

SAR 381 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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.

A patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of snow-capped mountains.

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a sliding glass door to the outdoors.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a wooden coffee table with wine glasses and a bottle, and a stack of firewood.

16. Westwood Lodge

10.4 km from Franz Josef Glacier

mabel

SAR 995

SAR 1,144 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern living room with two black leather sofas, a coffee table, and a large window with a view of greenery.

A picnic table in a park with a mountain backdrop.

A hotel room with two beds, large windows, and a view of a building outside.

A well-maintained garden with neatly trimmed bushes and a paved pathway leading to a building with a red roof.

17. Franz Josef Top 10 Holiday Park

10.4 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Darren

SAR 220

SAR 253 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A modern cabin-style hotel with a large deck and a mountain backdrop.

A red sofa with a blue pillow in a room with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area with a table and chairs.

A modern cabin with a large deck, a covered outdoor seating area, and a view of mountains in the background.

A compact hotel room with a red sofa, a small table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a view through the door.

18. Glenfern Villas

11.2 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Don

SAR 533

SAR 619 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A room with a glass table reflecting the view of mountains and greenery outside.

A motel with a sign indicating no vacancy, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.

A room with a large window offering a view of mountains and greenery.

A view from a window with a table and chairs, overlooking snow-capped mountains and a clear sky.

19. Sunset Motel

14.8 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Timothy

SAR 226

SAR 260 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A wooden sauna with a bench and a towel on a shelf.

A building with a stone facade, a red roof, and a wooden entrance canopy.

A stone pillar in a garden with lush greenery and a wooden deck.

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, wooden flooring, and contemporary furniture.

20. Haka House Franz Josef

8.6 km from Franz Josef Glacier

Laurie

SAR 160

SAR 186 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sep - 1 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Franz Josef Glacier

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Franz Josef Oasis	9.4 Exceptional 701 reviews	View
Alpine Glacier Motel	9.0 Wonderful 804 reviews	View
Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef	9.0 Wonderful 174 reviews	View
Punga Grove	9.4 Exceptional 285 reviews	View
58 On Cron Motel	9.6 Exceptional 418 reviews	View

Top Franz Josef Glacier Hotel Reviews

Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef

10/10 Excellent

"great location and nice spacious accommodation"

Franz Josef Oasis

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely wonderful hotel. Rooms are large and clean. Bathroom has a large whirlpool tub and shower. Has a separate heater. Toiletries are provided. Main bedroom is huge. Has a sitting area with a table. Has a large gas fireplace. A very good breakfast is provided. Room are a fridge and a coffee/ tea making area, Conveniently located close to town and glacier. Staff are friendly, polite and helpful. Highest recommendation"

Alpine Glacier Motel

8/10 Good

"The rooms are tidy and comfortable. Although the walls are quite thin so if you're a light sleeper bring some earplugs. It's really central, easy access to everything. The staff are lovely and very helpful. Overall a great, affordable option in FJ."

Rainforest Deluxe

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel"

Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier

10/10 Excellent

"Staff super friendly and up to date with road closures."

Franz Alpine Retreat

10/10 Excellent

"The rooms were clean and had everything. TV a bit dated but, no one is here to watch TV. Except us on a tuff day."

Punga Grove

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect location, spacious clean rooms and good facilities. Friendly and helpful staff."

Franz Josef Top 10 Holiday Park

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay, staff were very helpful and friendly, great place to stay thank you"

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay"

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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Roberts Point

9.0/10 (18 reviews)

You can take time to visit Roberts Point during your travels to Westland Tai Poutini National Park. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

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Sentinel Rock

8.4/10 (15 reviews)

Find out about the history of Westland Tai Poutini National Park when you take a trip to Sentinel Rock. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

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Alex Knob

8.4/10 (8 reviews)

You can take time to visit Alex Knob during your travels to Westland Tai Poutini National Park. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

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Waiho Bailey Bridge

After visiting Waiho Bailey Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Westland Tai Poutini National Park. Take in the museums and glaciers in the area.

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St James Anglican Church

8.4/10 (39 reviews)

St James Anglican Church is just one of the places to see in Franz Josef Glacier, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

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Our Lady of the Alps

8.6/10 (37 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Franz Josef Glacier with a visit to Our Lady of the Alps. Wander the lakeside or discover the stunning glacier views in this quaint area.

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Westcoast Wildlife Centre

8.6/10 (150 reviews)

You can take time to visit Westcoast Wildlife Centre during your travels to Franz Josef Glacier. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

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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.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Franz Josef Glacier?

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Our top choices for Franz Josef Glacier hotels

1. Franz Josef Oasis

2. Alpine Glacier Motel

3. Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

4. Punga Grove

5. 58 On Cron Motel

6. Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef

7. Rainforest Deluxe

8. Rainforest Motel

9. Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

10. Rainforest Retreat

11. The Terrace

12. Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier

13. Franz Alpine Retreat

14. 10 Cottages

15. Fox Glacier Lodge

16. Westwood Lodge

17. Franz Josef Top 10 Holiday Park

18. Glenfern Villas

19. Sunset Motel

20. Haka House Franz Josef

Compare popular hotels close to Franz Josef Glacier

Top Franz Josef Glacier Hotel Reviews

Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef

Franz Josef Oasis

Alpine Glacier Motel

Rainforest Deluxe

Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier

Franz Alpine Retreat

Punga Grove

Franz Josef Top 10 Holiday Park

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

Other attractions near Franz Josef Glacier

Fox Glacier

Roberts Point

Sentinel Rock

Alex Knob

Waiho Bailey Bridge

St James Anglican Church

Our Lady of the Alps

Westcoast Wildlife Centre

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