Franz Josef

Westwood Lodge
State Highway 6
+64 3 752 0112
1km from the bustling centre of town and easily accessible by car (with plenty of parking available) or by a pleasant 15 minute walk along a designated footpath

This luxurious bed and breakfast lodge is the ideal place to unwind and explore Franz Josef Glacier, with great views of the West Coast rainforest and the Alps. You are only a few minutes drive away from the Glacier, the beds are comfortable, atmosphere relaxing and the service is superb. Use Westwood Lodge as your base to explore the fascinating Glacier region.

Glenfern Villas
State Highway 6
+64 3 752 0054
Just a few kilometres north of the township

Glenfern Villas offers luxurious one and two bedroom villas, ideal for discerning travellers to use as a base for adventuring to the Glacier, jetboating, relaxing in the hotpools, hiking and just immersing yourself in the wonderful wild West Coast atmosphere. Glenfern Villas provide warm, comfortable, contemporary apartment style accommodation in Franz Josef Glacier,and your hosts add that extra touch of outstanding service and attention to detail.

Franz Josef YHA Youth Hostel

Cheap, good, great views. also has a stone fireplace. (http://www.yha.org.nz/)

Punga Grove Motels and Suites
Cron Street, Franz Josef
+64 3 752 0001
just off Franz Josef Highway SH6, which runs through the centre of town

Punga Grove Motels and Suites provide travellers with stylish motel accommodation right in the centre of Franz Josef Glacier township, so it is a very short walk from your base to the restaurants, cafes, shopping and tour services taking visitors up the Glacier. Superbly positioned in beautiful West Coast native rainforest,against a stunning backdrop of South Island peaks, Punga Grove offers high quality 4 star plus, beautifully appointed accommodation in one of the world's most spectacular regions.