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Alpine Glacier Motel

3.5 star property
Motel in Franz Josef Glacier

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Spa Studio | Balcony view
Family Studio | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Queen Studio | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
2 Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
2 Bedroom Apartment | In-room dining
Surrounded by breathtaking views, Alpine Glacier Motel offers a convenient retreat. Connect to in-room WiFi and enjoy laundry facilities on site. With continental breakfast options, free self parking, tour/ticket assistance and luggage storage available.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (7)

  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Front-desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
$63 nightly
The total price is $72
Jun 9 - Jun 10
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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2 Bedroom Apartment | In-room dining

2 Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Mountain view
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Deck Studio

Highlights

Deck/patio
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Studio | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

King Studio

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Studio | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Family Studio

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Queen Studio | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Queen Studio

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Spa Studio | Balcony view

Spa Studio

Highlights

Private hot tub
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
17 Cron St, Franz Josef Glacier, 7856

What's nearby

  • Our Lady of the Alps - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St James Anglican Church - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 117 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Snakebite - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Monsoon Restaurant at Rainforest - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Full of Beans - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Landing Restaurant & Bar - Franz Josef - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Alice May - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Alpine Glacier Motel

When visiting Franz Josef Glacier, Alpine Glacier Motel is a great choice to consider. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff and walkable location.

Languages

English, Filipino

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 24 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8 AM–10 AM
  • Room service

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • No elevator (single level property)

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 43-inch LED TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • In-room safe
  • Local maps

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 20 per person
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional charge

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
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
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Alpine Glacier Motor Lodge Franz Josef Glacier
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Frequently asked questions

Does Alpine Glacier Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Alpine Glacier Motel 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 Alpine Glacier Motel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Alpine Glacier Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Alpine Glacier Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).

What's the area around Alpine Glacier Motel like?

Alpine Glacier Motel is a short 7-minute walk from Glacier Hot Pools and 3 minutes' walk from Westcoast Wildlife Centre. Travelers recommend the motel for its walkable location.

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Alpine Glacier Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Location
Towns
View
Service staff
Restaurant
Mountain
Car
Kitchen
Parking

What guests liked

  • The property's central location allowed for easy walking access to nearby restaurants. (3 reviews)
  • On-site parking was convenient and easily accessible right at the room door. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Very good place to stay
2-night trip

10/10

Great place to stay
1-night trip

8/10

Nice stay
1-night trip

10/10

Best accomodations in this beautiful part of the world.
1-night trip

8/10

Great place for an overnight stay. Close to the town amenities.
1-night trip

10/10

Great location, clean, comfortable
1-night trip

10/10

Lovely, friendly and helpful staff, very clean room and comfy bed
1-night trip

10/10

Great location easy access to shops restaurants but nice and quiet
2-night trip

10/10

Really comfortable & a 3 minute walk to town centre
1-night trip

8/10

Okay for one night stopover. All amenities close by.
1-night trip

10/10

Easy walking to main part of the village, and view from the lodge common area was spectacular! Rooms were cozy but very clean and quiet. Would definitely stay here again!
1-night trip

10/10

Excellent Room. Parking was easy
1-night trip

10/10

Location great, large rooms, clean and staff very personable
2-night trip

8/10

Reception staff at check in very friendly and helpful. Accommodation was clean and well supplied. Room a little tired but perfect for our needs. A little noise heard from room above.
1-night trip

10/10

Check in was very easy. Rooms had allocated parking. Room was spacious and clean with all the amenities required. We decided to go to Tartare tunnels and the motel provided us with torches.
3-night trip

10/10

Absolutely top spot to stay in Franz Josef. Great property and great value for money.
3-night trip

10/10

Great place to stay
1-night trip

6/10

This property was clean and close to town.
1-night trip

10/10

Great warm place to stay, walking distance to anywhere in town.
2-night trip

8/10

Very nice for a one night short break before roaming to Hokitika. I had a problem with the shower and mattress, otherwise it was beyond expectation.
1-night trip

10/10

Ideally situated, restaurants close by and so were the many scenic helicopter trips. Nice and quiet too.
2-night trip

8/10

Great little pit stop for passing through to see the Glacier. Within walking distance of all the restaurants, and a couple good nature trails. Super friendly front desk. Room is no frills but clean and in decent condition. Parking assigned for each room was a great bonus.
1-night trip

8/10

Great location within walking distance of most everything in town. Plain basic room which met all our basic needs. Bed comfortable enough and shower was fine. Good value for the price.
1-night trip

10/10

Fantastic views of the alps. Beautiful walking trails nearby. Manager was super helpful and friendly.
1-night trip

10/10

Good friendly staff and good facilities
1-night trip