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 Tatare Tunnels Walk Nature Preserve and offering tour/ticket assistance to help you get the most out of your trip. The 4-star hotel offers 24 rooms plus a private garden, a stone's throw from St James Anglican Church.
Location
Located 0.2 miles from Terrace Walk, the motel is 10 minutes' walk from Franz Josef city center. The smoke-free Alpine Glacier Motel is only steps away from West Coast Wildlife Centre in Franz Josef.
The nearby notable religious buildings include St James Anglican Church, within easy reach of this Franz Josef property.
Well-connected to many sights, the property is approximately 5 minutes by foot from Franz Josef bus stop.
Rooms
The non-smoking rooms feature such modern amenities as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, along with tea/coffee making equipment. They are outfitted with spacious decor. Offering such amenities as a hair dryer and bath sheets, the bathrooms also include a separate toilet and a shower. Guests can enjoy rooms with views of the rainforest.
Eat & Drink
The nearby dining opportunities include Full Of Beans, which is within easy reach of the Franz Josef hotel.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free 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.
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants