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Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

4.0 star property

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
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Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
The current price is $101
$88 nightly
$101 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jun 25 - Jun 26

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36 Main Road, State Highway 6, Franz Josef Glacier, 7886
  • Place, Westcoast Wildlife Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Glacier Hot Pools
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Waiho Hot Tubs
    ‪5 min walk‬

Room options

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Superior Twin KS | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Superior Twin KS

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Twin QQ | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Superior Twin QQ

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Suite | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Superior Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

Superior Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

Standard Queen and Single Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a kitchenette, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Superior Queen and Single Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Superior Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Superior Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Franz Josef Glacier

With a stay at Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier in Franz Josef Glacier, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Westcoast Wildlife Centre and Waiho Hot Tubs. .This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Glacier Hot Pools and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Our Lady of the Alps.

What's nearby

  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Our Lady of the Alps - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • St James Anglican Church - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Full Of Beans Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Blue Ice Restaurant & Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Landing Bar & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪SnakeBite Brewery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Monsoon Bar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier offers 130 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 130 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a banquet hall.
Grab a bite to eat at Canavans Restaurant, one of the hotel's many dining establishments, which include 2 restaurants and a coffee shop/cafe. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Canavans Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.
Moa Bar - Onsite bar.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 35 for adults and NZD 17.50 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Canavans Restaurant
  • Moa Bar

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 35.00 for adults and NZD 17.50 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

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Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 288 out of 679 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 236 out of 679 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 679 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 679 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 679 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Komalkirti

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and great restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cosy accomodation and great location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruby

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable. Staff is very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was surprisingly large and updated. LOVED the location and the beds were comfy. Had a great breakfast as well (and early for the early AM flights).
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Nice walks nearby. Excellent breakfast. Short drive to Glacier which was a lovely walk. Not much of a town more a strip of hotels and tourists spots but decent bars and restaurants. We loved Monsoon. Wouldn’t want to stay more than one night.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly staff - helped me check in seamlessly and arranged for me to get dinner before the on-site restaurant closed. Great spot in Franz Josef. Room was nice. Only stayed 1 night as part of a 2 day tour.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Yutaka

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes, it was very good!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

ABILASH

Room old fashioned Location good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JAIME

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great and the were really nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a good stay, no issues. Rooms are average due to age.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely views of the mountains. Short walk to the helicopter operators. Good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and perfect hotel. Good selection for breakfast, comfortable beds, great staff and plenty of parking 5*
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Luana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location, excellent walks close to the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BELLUR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice comfortable hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful property with excellent dining room and bar
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Booked based on photos of hotel with chilled bar area. Very surprised to find they do not open the bar area outside of restaurant hours. At 8.45 pm wanting a nightcap they told us to go to a local bar. May as well have stayed in one of the local motels or airbnb. Basically an expensive motel with a restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

conor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very good, thanks
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Steffen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice and spacious room
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A standard Kiwi motel/hotel but far over priced for what the room offered. VERY small shower and single bed I could have rolled out of. The breakfast cost was excessive.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sri

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Expensive but rooms were sub par
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Prentice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely to come back to, no complaints about anything, enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Nikhil

Better then expected
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025