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
8.48.4 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
Available filters for rooms
Showing 7 of 7 rooms
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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
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
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
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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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
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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
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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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
May 13, 2025
Russell
Russell, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 6, 2025
HAO-YU
HAO-YU, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
Apr 28, 2025
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
Helene Charlotte, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
Mar 23, 2025
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
Janis, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 18, 2025
Great location, helpful staff.
Verified traveller
1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Mar 16, 2025
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.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 15, 2025
A beautiful property with excellent dining room and bar
Harry
Harry, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 14, 2025
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 7, 2025
Good property
Craig
Craig, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 7, 2025
Les
Les, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
Feb 25, 2025
Di
Di, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
Feb 12, 2025
The room was comfortable but the temperature was quite warm. There was no air conditioning. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Travelocity guest review
8/10 Very good
Feb 7, 2025
Very nice place to refresh and recharge! Very helpful and kind staff too!!
Euniece
Euniece, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
Jan 31, 2025
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
Diana, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
Jan 17, 2025
Nice Property
Mark
Mark, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
Jan 15, 2025
Friendly staff
Leslie
Leslie, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Jan 7, 2025
The rooms were not as we expected for the amount they charged
Aarti
Aarti, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
Jan 6, 2025
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
nadine, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
Jan 5, 2025
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!
Verified traveller
1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Jan 3, 2025
Vignesh
Vignesh, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
Jan 3, 2025
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
Stephanie, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Jan 1, 2025
Included dinner buffet was highly disorganized and of “cafeteria food” quality.
Jonathan
Jonathan, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Dec 30, 2024
Swapna
Swapna, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Dec 30, 2024
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.