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Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

Property class: 5 and above

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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 with a long corridor and multiple balconies, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.
A modern building entrance with wooden paneling, a glass door, and a view of a lush garden.
An outdoor dining area with tables set for two, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
The current price is $224
$195 nightly
$224 total
Total with taxes and fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29

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3 Wallace Street, Franz Josef, Franz Josef Glacier, Westland, 7856
  • Place, Westcoast Wildlife Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Glacier Hot Pools
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Waiho Hot Tubs
    ‪5 min walk‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with a view of trees.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room, Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Franz Josef Glacier

With a stay at Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef in Franz Josef Glacier, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Waiho Hot Tubs and Glacier Hot Pools. .This luxury hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Westcoast Wildlife Centre and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Our Lady of the Alps.

What's nearby

  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Our Lady of the Alps - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • St James Anglican Church - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 118 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Full Of Beans Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Blue Ice Restaurant & Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪SnakeBite Brewery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Alice May - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Monsoon Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef offers 100 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.
Make yourself at home in one of the 100 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Satisfy your appetite at Canopy Restaurant, a fine-dining restaurant which features a bar/lounge. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Free valet parking is available onsite.
Canopy Restaurant - Onsite fine-dining restaurant. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Canopy Restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Garden

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

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

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Te Waonui
Te Waonui Forest
Te Waonui Forest Retreat
Te Waonui Forest Retreat Franz Josef Glacier
Te Waonui Forest Retreat Fran
Te Waonui Forest Retreat Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
Te Waonui Retreat
Waonui Forest Retreat
Te Waonui Forest Retreat
Legacy Te Waonui Franz Josef
Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef Hotel
Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef Franz Josef Glacier
Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 156 out of 221 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 221 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 221 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 221 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 221 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Very helpfull staff, made us feel welcome and at home
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great dinner at their restaurant as well!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Really nice amenities, food and great service/staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!!!! Staff is awesome. Everything was awesome!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great overall experience. Comfortable, clean rooms. Friendly staff, Brenda from reception in particular was both professional , very friendly and helpful addressing all our questions. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, food, and Staff Room not a great view but clean room
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, large and comfortable room loved the large towels great shower. Had a beautiful 5 course meal with the staff making our stay a memorable one, nice to be pampered every now and again .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Yes amazing property
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing hotel with great rooms, views, and food. Staff was really helpful and thoughtful. Incredibly relaxing oasis and would recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely little hotel, room was great and staff friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful hotel and great room
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is cosy with rain forest view, easy parking , staff were friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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This was one of the most breathtaking places we have ever stayed! The staff were all amazing and the room was beyond our expectations! Would stay again!
View as we left our room
View from the balcony
From the road outside the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms are spacious and private. The rainforest on your doorstep is incredible. Town is only a short walk. Most people stay only a night so high level of turn over but great food (dinner and breakfast included), friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great food in the restaurant, room with private bush views. Well located and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An amazing place to stay, with attention to detail, spacious rooms and great service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The restaurant was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Everything was great! Especially helpful was our valet Peter. Peter is the best at his job that I ever en countered. A real pleaser!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Superb in every way. Staff were exceptional, rooms so comfortable, dining excellent, and the site was very relaxing and close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Expensive for the quality of room. Very nice staff. Excellent breakfast included. Very nice stay overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Can’t say enough positive things about this place. The staff and service was fabulous, the rooms were so comfy (we loved sitting on our balcony enjoying a cup of coffee and listening to the birds), and the food was great! Self serve laundry was an added cherry on top.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel

This is a lovely place to stay. Reception staff are excellent. Very pricy meals.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spectacular location, service and amenities, Exceeded even our high expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, excellent service and food - especially the five course supper
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025