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Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

4.0 star property
Franz Josef Glacier hotel with 2 restaurants and bar/lounge

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed
Exterior
Bar (on property)
Nestled in a breathtaking landscape, Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier offers the perfect blend of comfort and connection. Indulge in breakfast and dinner at one of two on-site restaurants, unwind with a coffee or cocktail at the bar or café, or simply enjoy free WiFi. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (11)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Banquet hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Twin KS

Superior Twin KS

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Room

Superior Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Twin QQ

Superior Twin QQ

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Superior Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Suite

Superior Suite

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
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The Terrace

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Laundry facilities
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 615 reviews
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About the area

Map
36 Main Road, State Highway 6, Franz Josef Glacier, 7886

What's nearby

  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Our Lady of the Alps - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • St James Anglican Church - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Snakebite - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Monsoon Restaurant at Rainforest - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Full of Beans - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Landing Restaurant & Bar - Franz Josef - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Alice May - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

When visiting Franz Josef Glacier, Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier is a great choice to consider. The bar is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Canavans Restaurant, one of 2 restaurants, which serves breakfast and dinner. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 130 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE

Required at check-in

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

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Canavans Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.
Moa Bar - Onsite bar.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 35.00 for adults and NZD 17.50 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.5 percent

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
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

Franz Josef Glacier Hotel
Franz Josef Glacier Scenic Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Does Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, fishing, and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours.

Are there restaurants at or near Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants.

What's the area around Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier like?

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier is a short 5-minute walk from Glacier Hot Pools and 3 minutes' walk from Westcoast Wildlife Centre. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • The property is conveniently located near several restaurants and offers affordable dining options. (5 reviews)
  • Breakfast was delicious and offered a good selection. (5 reviews)
  • Ample parking lots and easy street parking were available for guests. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Russell, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

HAO-YU, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Très bon accueil, bel hôtel mais mauvaise nuit

L’accueil était excellent et les chambres super belles mais les lits sont trop mous. Il y avait aussi une odeur désagréable dans les couloirs qui s’est infiltrée en partie dans la chambre.
Helene Charlotte, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Recommended

Very central, clean and comfortable. Happy to recommend to anyone wanting a night or two in Franz Josef. Plenty of cafes and restaurants nearby.
Janis, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, helpful staff.
1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

We stayed for one night Feb 2025 mainly to visit the Franz Josef glacier. Room was comfortable with tea/coffee making facilities. Parking was easy. Restaurants, coffee shops and supermarket within walking distance but the village itself it quite small.
Susan, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Disappointed

Reception area very good, but accommodation very disappointing. Once I saw the accommodation I knew what it was going to be like. The standard rooms are small especially if you have 2 suitcases. All felt very rundown the carpets were dirty in room and in corridors (smelt like they are using shack and vac to cover up smells). The curtains had mould on them and the shower was small and cramped, as was the bathroom. All in all very disappointing, and not worth the money - glad we were only there 2 nights.
2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A beautiful property with excellent dining room and bar
Harry, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Chris, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good property
Craig, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Les, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Di, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The room was comfortable but the temperature was quite warm. There was no air conditioning. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Robert, 1-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good

Very nice place to refresh and recharge! Very helpful and kind staff too!!
Euniece, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

A very good stay at the Scenic. Spacious, comfortable room with separste bedroom and sitting area, plus balcony. Very convenient location on the edge of town. Easy parking. Staff helpful. Very happy stay.
Diana, 2-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice Property
Mark, 1-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

Friendly staff
Leslie, 2-night romance trip
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6/10 Good

The rooms were not as we expected for the amount they charged
Aarti, 3-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Lovely property, excellent location, nice room, excellent shower and water pressure - restaurant overpriced, and considering price of buffet breaky would expect better than powered scrambled eggs….dining menu not kid friendly either sorry.
nadine, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Great location

Great location but a few things need improving including the $6 room service fee and also the single bed in the room had a folded over mattress protector which made it much higher on one side and uncomfortable. Two of my group also had the same so this needs changing in all the rooms with a double and single bed!
1-night trip with friends
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6/10 Good

Vignesh, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

GROSS!

Worst hotel I’ve ever stayed it’s. Stains on carpet, on sheets and bedspreads, bathrooms were disgusting and looked like they hadn’t been scrubbed in months. The entire building smells like and barn and NO air conditioning made it so much worse. It was such a sickning smell we literally left and did not even ask for a refund. We would have paid NOT to stay in this MOTEL (not hotel, looks nothing like pictures). If you don’t have another option, either camp out or sleep in your car! Either is better than this motel.
Stephanie, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Included dinner buffet was highly disorganized and of “cafeteria food” quality.
Jonathan, 1-night family trip
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6/10 Good

Swapna, 1-night family trip
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4/10 Fair

The hotel was very overpriced. Charged $100 for my son to stay in our room. Included dinner and breakfast but the food was very bad.
Megan, 1-night trip
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