Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

$$$$||View on mapFranz Josef, New Zealand36 Main Road, Franz Josef, New Zealand|
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Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
36 Main Road, Franz Josef, New Zealand·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%

Eco-friendly hotel on the edge of Westland World Heritage Park, within walking distance of Franz Josef Glacier

Dining with Local Flavors

The hotel's restaurant serves modern New Zealand cuisine prepared with local products, including a selection of craft beers from the region. Breakfast and dinner are offered daily, with special diet menus and kids' meals available for families. Guests can also enjoy wine or champagne at the bar or order breakfast in their room.

Location for Adventure

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier sits in Franz Josef village, a short walk from glacier hiking trails, helicopter flights, and horse trekking operators. The hotel's concierge and tour desk arrange personalized excursions to Westland Tai Poutini National Park and Mount Cook National Park. Electric bike rentals give guests a low-carbon way to explore the surrounding natural attractions.

Sustainability in Practice

The property operates with dedicated sustainability and eco-friendly initiatives, including electric bike rentals for environmentally conscious travel. The hotel promotes practices that reduce its impact on the natural paradise it sits within. On-site recycling and energy-efficient lighting are part of these efforts.

Wellness and Relaxation

Guests can book rejuvenating treatments at the on-site spa, which offers a range of relaxation therapies. The spa provides a quiet space to unwind after a day of glacier hikes or other outdoor activities. Professional therapists deliver massages and facials using high-quality products.

Accommodations for Families and Groups

The hotel offers spacious rooms and suites with en suite bathrooms and satellite TV, some featuring balconies. Board games, puzzles, and kids' meals make the property family-friendly. Flexible lodging options include superior twin rooms with two queen beds and standard twin rooms, accommodating families and groups.

  • Location: Edge of Westland World Heritage Park, steps from glacier hiking trails
  • Dining: Restaurant serving West Coast fare with local craft beers and New Zealand wines
  • Activities: Electric bike rentals, concierge-arranged glacier tours and heli-flights
  • Wellness: On-site spa offering massages and facials
  • Sustainability: Eco-friendly initiatives including recycling and low-carbon transport
  • Family: Kids' meals, board games, and flexible room configurations
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 cots 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
Luggage 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 centre

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 centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • 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 21691 INR
📏 Distance to centre 300 m
✈️ Distance to airport 135.8 km
🧳 Nearest airport Hokitika, HKK

Location

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