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Glacier View Motel

3.0 star property
Motel in Franz Josef Glacier

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Executive Studio | Private kitchen
Executive Studio
Twin Studio - Prepaid | Mountain view
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Mountain view
Glacier View Motel is a great choice for a stay in Franz Josef Glacier. You'll have free perks such as WiFi and self-parking.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (7)

  • Breakfast available
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchenette
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Patio
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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Double Studio - Prepaid

Double Studio - Prepaid

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Studio - Prepaid

Superior Studio - Prepaid

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms - Prepaid | View from room

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms - Prepaid

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 42 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds OR 3 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Studio

Executive Studio

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Twin Studio - Prepaid

Twin Studio - Prepaid

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
Franz Josef Hwy, SH 6, Franz Josef Glacier, 7886

What's nearby

  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Our Lady of the Alps - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • St James Anglican Church - 4 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Snakebite - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Monsoon Restaurant at Rainforest - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Full of Beans - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Landing Restaurant & Bar - Franz Josef - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Alice May - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Glacier View Motel

Glacier View Motel is a great choice for a stay in Franz Josef Glacier. You'll have free perks such as WiFi and self-parking.

Languages

Chinese (Cantonese), Chinese (Mandarin), English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 15 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 1 total, up to 3 kg per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas (5-device limit)
    • Free WiFi in rooms (5-device limit)
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 12:30 PM–1:00 PM
  • Barbecue grills

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Garden

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Patio
  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (5-device limit)
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenette
  • Toaster

More

  • Cleaning supplies

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 20 for adults and NZD 20 for children

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: NZD 100 per stay
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of NZD 20 per accommodation, per night

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts major credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Glacier View Motel Franz Josef Glacier
Glacier View Motel
Glacier View Motel Motel
Glacier View Motel Franz Josef Glacier
Glacier View Motel Motel Franz Josef Glacier

Frequently asked questions

Does Glacier View Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Glacier View Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Glacier View Motel?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 3 kg per pet. There's a charge of NZD 20 per accommodation, per night, and there's also a deposit of NZD 100 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Glacier View Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Glacier View Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at Glacier View Motel and nearby?

Glacier View Motel has a garden.

Does Glacier View Motel have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a fridge, a microwave and a coffee maker.

Does Glacier View Motel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a patio.

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Glacier View Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

À great location and very friendly hosts.

Very good expérience. Warm welcome. The studio was very clean, well équiped. Convenient location (by car). Calm.
Isabelle, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Steve was very friendly and a great host
Peter John, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great service from Steven.
gordon H, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice quiet location with a view of frans josef glacier. Property could do with an update but amenities were good and functional.
Bernard, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Good stay

Old motel however does the job. Stunning view of the glacier. I had a good sleep to be fair. Recommend it!
Kevin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Rooms are very clean and well organised. The place is good !
Hervé, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Friendly, helpful staff and rooms very clean. Grounds could do with a clean up
jenny, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The motel was excellent value!
David, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Steve the manager is excellent. He went out of his way to look after us and took us into town. He was so lovely and helpful. Definitely recommend.
Anna, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Warm, clean and close to the village.
Julie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly reception. Parked car at door. Spacious living area, good shower and toilet room. Very helpful staff. The property is a bit remote and I wouldn’t recommend walking to Franz Joseph as road is busy.
Douglas, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A lovely area and nice and quiet with friendly staff.

10/10 Exceptional

The view and hospitality
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

it was so clean and quiet
Christine, 7-night trip

8/10 Very good

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Des, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

No one to check me in when I arrived, came yelling across the car park.
Neil, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

No go

The room was sub-standard for the price. I would not recommend or return.
Christopher, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Cold room
JAVIER, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very kind people, nice space. Having the kitchenette was a plus.
Chris, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It’s not 5 star, but the staff was great. The place quiet and clean. The sleep was comfortable. It’s exactly what a good motel should be.
Cindy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely older property. Clean and tidy. Nice view of the mountains. Easy check in and out.
Ann, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Nice and quiet and the owners were friendly and helpful. A bit out of town and the internet signal was a bit poor. Room was clean and comfortable.
Murry, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

No glacier view but nice big room.

Huge room with kitchen and large bathroom. Very quite and peaceful. Comfy bed and fully equipped kitchen. The only downside is the wifi was very slow.
William, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Upon arriving, we were pleasantly surprised at the updated accommodations.
Keith, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable room with beautiful view of the glacier. Well maintained and clean
Adam, 2-night trip