Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier, Franz Josef
Overview
Featuring spa therapy and a shared lounge, the convenient 4-star Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier enjoys a convenient setting 5 minutes' walk from Glacier Country Kayaks. Situated fairly close to Tatare Tunnels Walk Nature Preserve, this hotel features an à la carte restaurant serving international cuisine.
Location
Glacier Hot Pools is 950 feet from the Franz Josef hotel and Our Lady of the Alps Catholic Church is 0.4 miles away. The Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier is also 12 minutes' stroll from Waiho River.
This accommodation is conveniently situated in a coastal area, near a mountain. Staying at the comfortable hotel, you can also enjoy natural sights such as Callery Gorge Walk National Forest, which is 0.2 miles away.
Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier is located 87 miles from Hokitika airport and just around the corner from Franz Josef bus stop.
Rooms
This property welcomes guests to 130 rooms complete with a cable satellite TV, as well as comforts like an iron and ironing board, and climate control. They are appointed with a writing table, and also feature a mini-bar. Modern en suite bathrooms are included in the rooms.
Eat & Drink
This hotel features Canavan's Restaurant restaurant. To cater to every palate, it offers a vegetarian-friendly menu. Guests can quench their thirst in the lounge bar with their favorite drink. It also features a lounge area for guests' comfort.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Baggage storage
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business center
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- Board games
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
Room features
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- AM/FM alarm clock
Recommended for:
Helicopter Glacier Walks
Land on Franz Josef Glacier with Franz Josef Glacier Guides, navigating ice formations like seracs and crevasses during guided exploration.
Clay Shooting Sessions
Participate in two-hour clay shooting at Franz Josef Clay Shooting, targeting flying discs in structured sessions.
Electric Bike Exploration
Rent electric bikes to ride through Tai Poutini National Park, reaching points like Callery Gorge Walk and Lake Wombat.
West Coast Wildlife Visit
Tour West Coast Wildlife Centre for interactive conservation exhibits and native species viewing in Franz Josef village.
Location
Convenient Location
Franz Josef is close to Glacier Country Kayaks, West Coast Wildlife Centre, and Tatare Tunnels Walk.
Quiet Neighborhood
Franz Josef's neighborhood is quiet and scenic, featuring Peters Pool, the Start Alex Knob Trail, and Lake Wombat.
Local Bites to Try
Monsoon Bar & Restaurant, Alice May, and Snake Bite Brewery serve local cuisine and craft beers.
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