Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

$$$$||View on mapFranz Josef, New Zealand36 Main Road, Franz Josef, New Zealand, 7856|
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Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
36 Main Road, Franz Josef, New Zealand, 7856·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.1Great
Location9.3
Staff9.1
Cleanliness8.5
Comfort8.5
Facilities8.2
Who stays here
Couples49%
Families33%
Groups12%
Solo5%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.1Great
Location9.3
Staff9.1
Cleanliness8.5
Comfort8.5
Facilities8.2
Who stays here
Couples49%
Families33%
Groups12%
Solo5%

3-star hotel on the edge of Westland World Heritage Park, steps from Franz Josef Glacier

Dining & Local Flavors

The hotel's restaurant serves modern New Zealand cuisine centered on local products and craft beers. A separate bar offers special diet menus, kids' meals, and a selection of wines and champagne. Breakfast and dinner are available on-site, with the option of breakfast in the room.

Rooms & Comfort

Each spacious room includes a modern en suite bathroom and satellite TV; select rooms offer a balcony. The hotel provides free on-site parking and 24-hour front desk for check-in assistance. Luggage storage, a tour desk, and concierge service help guests arrange local excursions.

Location & Glacier Access

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier sits in Franz Josef Village, within walking distance of glacier walks, helicopter flights, and horse trekking. The property is close to Westland Tai Poutini National Park and Mount Cook National Park. Electric bike rentals are available for guests who want to explore the area sustainably.

Eco-Friendly Initiatives

The hotel runs dedicated initiatives for sustainability and eco-friendliness, including electric bike rentals for carbon-free exploration. It promotes sustainable practices across operations, from local sourcing to waste reduction. These efforts align with the natural paradise surrounding the Franz Josef Glacier.

Wellness & Services

An on-site spa offers luxurious treatments for relaxation and rejuvenation. The hotel provides 24-hour security, safety deposit boxes, and CCTV in common areas for guest safety. Board games and puzzles are available, and the property has facilities for disabled guests.

  • Location: Edge of Westland World Heritage Park, steps from Franz Josef Glacier
  • Dining: Modern New Zealand cuisine with local products and craft beers
  • Rooms: Spacious rooms with satellite TV, some with balcony
  • Sustainability: Electric bike rentals and eco-friendly initiatives
  • Wellness: On-site spa with luxurious treatments
  • Activities: Glacier walks, helicopter flights, horse trekking nearby
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-22:30
until 10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of NZD 35.0 per person. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.  There are no cribs provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Year renovated:2012
Number of rooms:130
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Rooms and availability

Superior King Suite
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed2 King Size Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Balcony
Superior Triple Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    3 Single beds
  • Heating
Superior Suite
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Queen Size Beds
  • Heating
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Coffee shop

Laundry
Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Meeting facilities

Business center

Sports & Fitness

  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Fishing

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business center
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs
  • Board games
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area

Room features

  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Essential information about Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

💵 Lowest room price 230 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 84.4 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Hokitika, HKK

Location

36 Main Road, Franz Josef, New Zealand, 7856
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36 Main Road, Franz Josef, New Zealand, 7856
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