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Westwood Lodge

4.5 star property
Adults-only lodge within easy reach of Our Lady of the Alps

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Flat-screen TV
1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds
Lobby lounge
Flat-screen TV
Lounge
Westwood Lodge, nestled near Alex Knob, offers a serene escape with its lush garden and cozy fireplace in the lobby. Guests can unwind on the sun-kissed terrace or challenge themselves at the arcade/game room while enjoying free in-room WiFi; previous guests have raved about the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Arcade/games room
  • Library
  • Reception fireplace
  • Front desk safe
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Fridge
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is €281
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun

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Grand Suite, Accessible, Mountain View

Grand Suite, Accessible, Mountain View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Coach House Suite

Coach House Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Main House Suite

Main House Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
2919 Franz Josef Highway, Franz Josef Glacier, 7886

What's nearby

  • Glacier Hot Pools - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Our Lady of the Alps - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • St James Anglican Church - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 115 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 - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Alice May - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Westwood Lodge

When visiting Franz Josef Glacier, Westwood Lodge is a great choice to consider. Free perks include WiFi and self-parking. Other highlights at this luxurious lodge include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English

More about this property

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At a glance

Hotel size

    • 9 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
    • Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8:30 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
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests planning to arrive after 8 PM must contact this property at least 24 hours in advance to make arrangements.

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum guest age is 18
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • On-site parking only available on request
    • Free uncovered on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
    • Caters to adults only
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9 AM
  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Horse riding nearby

Services

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

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2002
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace in reception
  • Arcade/games room
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Low-height worktop and sink
  • Grab bar near toilet
ROOM

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Down duvet
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Local maps
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Special features

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 25 per person
  • Late check-in between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM can be arranged for an extra charge
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2.5 per cent

Parking

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking

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.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Union Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Westwood Lodge Franz Josef Glacier
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Frequently asked questions

Does Westwood Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Westwood Lodge 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 Westwood Lodge?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Westwood Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Westwood Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Westwood Lodge and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as horse riding. Enjoy amenities such as an arcade and a garden.

Does Westwood Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished balcony or patio.

What's the area around Westwood Lodge like?

Westwood Lodge is a short 18-minute walk from Glacier Hot Pools and 18 minutes' walk from Waiho Hot Tubs.

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Westwood Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as good, with one review mentioning a full English breakfast with all the trimmings. (11 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Very unique, serene place to to stay. The staff was excellent. Everything we hoped it would be.
2-night trip

10/10

Wonderful welcoming staff.
1-night trip

10/10

The hotel was very comfortable and clean and very close to the town while providing a quiet respite from the busier touristy area. The manager who greeted us was warm, welcoming and accommodating. Breakfast was basic but sufficient.
2-night trip

10/10

Great option for Franz Josef. Very large, comfortable rooms and a nice breakfast included. The owner is extremely helpful and friendly. Highly recommend.
1-night trip

10/10

Fantastic host, very friendly and gave us great suggestions of where to go and where to eat. Accomodation slightly out of town but peaceful. Huge bedroom. Breakfast was delicious. Only thing i think could be improved was the tv only had 4 channels and two of those were sport but there were dvds (although very old titles) that could be borrowed from the lounge. Would definitely stay here again.
3-night trip

10/10

Nice breakfast available, staff very helpful and nice room.
2-night trip

10/10

The perfect place to stay in Franz-Josef! It's far enough away from the heliport that you aren't constantly disturbed by the noise, but still close enough to town that you can easily get to everything important quickly. Audrey was super friendly and pointed out all the best food spots and other helpful locations. The breakfast was perfect for a quick start before the day's adventures and the room was very spacious and comfortable.
2-night trip

10/10

Lovely setting, enjoyed the fireplace at the end of the day. Audrey, who checked us in & provided our breakfast, was very helpful & friendly. Situated nicely on the edge of town.
1-night trip

8/10

Made very welcome. Spacious room and excellent bathroom. Good breakfast Friendly and helpful staff. A little way out of town
1-night trip

10/10

Beautifully furnished property with authentic alpine feel, relaxing guest lounge and friendly staff. Ashley was excellent, we would highly recommend this property to anyone.
1-night trip

8/10

Nice view
2-night trip

10/10

Despite the stormy weather, we had a great time around the fireplace. Breakfast was good. Room and bathroom are spacious, very clean. We stayed only one night; I wish We has more time to stay.
1-night trip

10/10

The room, staff, and property overall were great. The only thing I hope it has was air conditioning in the rooms and in the common eating area
2-night trip

10/10

peaceful
2-night trip

10/10

Great.
1-night trip

10/10

Clean, quiet, spacieus
1-night trip

6/10

Location was convenient. Nice communal sitting area with fire and snooker table and selection of dvds you could borrow. We had a large suite, it was quiet if a little dated with drafty windows and it needed a new mattress as was very soft and roll together! Breakfast was included with modest buffet selection of food plus choice of cooked egg.
2-night trip

10/10

The property is a outdoorsy lodge style with log walls and a nice fireplace always running in the main lodge. The rooms were relatively large, each with a patio and balcony and a private sliding glass door. I stayed in the main lodge, which was nice, but there are also cabins. The staff was attentive, breakfast was good ( a full English breakfast with all the trimmings), as well as fruit, juices, yogurt and pastries. The hotel is about 2 km from the main village. I'd stay there again, I was there for 2 nights.
2-night trip

10/10

Excellent, excellent, excellent. Wake up on clear morning to a brilliant view of the Franz Joseph glacier while you enjoy breakfast. The sign out front of the lodge says premium B&B and I agree that the services were tip top but the price was not.

4/10

We booked the Grand Suite with mountain view and regretted it. The view was foliage and a garden! The room was dark, tired and smelly! We downgraded to a mountain view standard room which did have a mountain view! Obviously no refund! The hotel was being run by one member of staff who worked incredibly hard but this clearly meant a lower level of service. Breakfast was only served from 8-9am and had be to ordered the previous evening. Dirty breakfast dishes had to cleared by guests and placed in a plastic crate like a hostel! The rooms were only serviced on request with a £2.50 donation to local charity if you didnt have the room made up! Overall very poor and definitely not worth anywhere near the £500 we paid for 2 nights! Would never return and would advise you to select any of the other numerous places to stay in Franz Josef!
2-night trip

8/10

Upon check in we were greeted by Alex. He was super helpful with what walks to take, what restaurants etc. Very cute, cozy place with super view! Only issue is with the strong musty smell and the shower was odd. Two glass walls and no door so floor got very wet and slippery. Need grab bars in shower. The tub was awesome for a warm soak after long days hiking in the rain! Breakfast was very nice. Cleaning staff hung up our dirty towels, but Alex gave us clean ones after asking. Nice towel warmer also.
2-night trip

8/10

Nice staff: Alex was very friendly and enthousiast. Nice pool table. Big room. Nice terrace. Nice walkway through the wood to town. The building was very outdated. Dark furniture. The bathroom needs a renovation. Shower without a wall around it and drain doesn’t pass the water quickly so the whole bathroom was full with water (almost 1 cm high) which was very uncomfortable. Breakfast was not nice. Clinical atmosphere and nothing special. The second day we went for breakfast to another place.

6/10

This is not a traditional NZ B&B. This is run by an Asian family who were charming - when you saw them. Great room, bath and location. The breakfast was poor. Most of it out of a packet. Cheap yoghurt, pre sliced bread. Only thing freshly cooked were eggs, that just appeared on a white plate on their own so widely unappealing in terms of presentation. . Help yourself to anything else you want. Reminded you of a US Holiday Inn budget or UK Travelodge. Cereal all had sulphates. If this is your first stop, it does not reflect NZ B&Bs. We had been offered delicious homemade sourdough, organic cereal, freshly made breakfast to order before this. Tables were not layed and you were expected to clear your own plate as if in a MacDonald’s. Let themselves down over breakfast as the location is amazing.
View from window.
1-night trip

8/10

Stayed at the Lodge for one night as doing a heli hike next morning . The room was large, comfortable with a good sized bathroom and the best bit - a rolled top bath. There was a good selection of toiletries. We saw a lady on arrival who give us access to our room but saw no other staff about until we left the next morning. The TV was not working on arrival, found the aerial was not connected, after connecting there still were not any channels ??? The lodge did have some DVD’s on site so watched one of those instead The hotel is a short drive from the town and it’s attractions, unfortunately the breakfast didn’t start until 7am and we had to leave early. There was no one on site to get it early for us, so we had to make breakfast in our room - there was some crockery but only 1 bowl and spoon . We are travelling all over New Zealand and found the lodge to be the most expensive stay with the least service unfortunately which was a shame as a nice place.
1-night trip

6/10

1-night trip