Alpine Glacier Motel, Franz Josef
Overview
Immerse yourself in Franz Josef's charm with Alpine Glacier Motel Franz Josef, located a mere 5 minutes' stroll from West Coast Wildlife Centre and offering tour/ticket assistance to help you get the most out of your trip. The 4-star motel is a good starting point for Franz Josef's sports attractions, including Glacier Hot Pools, which is 0.3 miles away.
Location
The hotel is located approximately 900 feet from Fox & Franz Josef Heliservices and just near Glacier Country Kayaks. St James Anglican Church stands just 10 minutes by foot from the smoke-free Alpine Glacier Motel.
Feel in total harmony with nature by visiting Callery Gorge Walk National Forest, just around the corner from the property.
You can catch the bus at Franz Josef bus stop, around 800 feet from this hotel.
Rooms
The 24 rooms are smoke-free and equipped with free wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as tea/coffee making equipment. Providing a separate toilet and a shower, the bathrooms also have a hair dryer and bath sheets. Alpine Glacier Motel offers views of the mountain from these rooms.
Eat & Drink
Guests can enjoy meals of New Zealand cuisine at Full Of Beans, situated only steps away from the accommodation.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Baggage storage
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Room service
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Children
- Cribs
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Recommended for:
Walk Glacier Valley
Hike 1.5 hours to Franz Josef terminal face on Glacier Access Road.
Heli-Hike Glacier
Fly to Franz Josef Glacier and hike with crampons on guided tour.
Helicopter Flight
Fly over Southern Alps and land on secluded ice field.
Kayak Lake Mapourika
Paddle Lake Mapourika with Franz Josef Wilderness Tours.
Quad Bike Tour
Drive quad bikes through valleys and riverbeds with Across Country Quad Bikes.
Skydive Glacier
Jump from 20,000ft over Franz Josef Glacier with Skydive Franz & Fox.
Location
Convenient Location
Franz Josef is close to Franz Josef Glacier, West Coast Wildlife Centre, and the Glacier Hot Pools.
Boardwalk Neighborhood
The central district features a mix of adventure and nature with trails like the Alex Knob Trail and Canavan's Knob.
Local Bites to Try
Alice May, Snake Bite Brewery, and Monsoon Bar & Restaurant offer New Zealand cuisine, pub food, and global dishes.
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