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 Franz Josef hotel is merely 10 minutes by foot from Skydive Franz Skydiving Center and just near Terrace Walk. The smoke-free Alpine Glacier Motel is 0.2 miles from St James Church in Franz Josef.
The property stands just around the corner from St James Anglican Church, popular with pilgrims and tourists alike.
Well-connected to many sights, the hotel is just 5 minutes by foot from Franz Josef bus stop.
Rooms
The rooms at Alpine Glacier Motel are smoke-free and fitted with free wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as tea/coffee making equipment. The rooms in the accommodation have a fridge and glassware for guests to cook their food. Offering such amenities as hairdryers and bath sheets, the bathrooms also include a separate toilet and a shower. All rooms offer views of the mountain.
Eat & Drink
The nearby dining opportunities include Full Of Beans, which is only steps away from the Alpine Glacier Motel Franz Josef.
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:
Helicopter Glacier Tour
Fly over Franz Josef Glacier and land on an ice field for exploration with a guide, showcasing ice caves and mountainous terrain.
Kayak Lake Mapourika
Paddle through the clear waters of Lake Mapourika, surrounded by rainforest, with views of the Southern Alps.
Walk Terrace Track
Hike the 0.5 miles Terrace Walk near Franz Josef town, offering views of native bush and river valleys.
Visit West Coast Wildlife Centre
See rare kiwi birds and tuatara reptiles at the West Coast Wildlife Centre, 1000 ft from the town center.
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
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