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Glenfern Villas

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Balcony
Flat-screen TV, DVD player
Flat-screen TV, DVD player
1 bedroom, down duvets, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Overview of Glenfern Villas

Glenfern Villas

4.5 star property

4.6/5 Wonderful

Guests rated this property 4.7/5 for cleanliness.

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor space

Cleaning and safety practices

  • Cleaned with disinfectant
Map
State Highway 6, Franz Josef Glacier, 7856

Explore the area

  • Popular LocationGlacier Hot Pools3 min drive
  • Popular LocationWestcoast Wildlife Centre3 min drive
  • Popular LocationOur Lady of the Alps3 min drive

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1 Bedroom Villa (1 Queen Bed)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 Bedroom Villa (1 Queen Bed & 1 Sofa Bed)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 Bedroom Villa (1 King Bed or Twin Bed)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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2 Bedroom Villa (1 Queen & 2/3 Single Beds)

  • 667 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds OR 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

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2 Bedroom Villa (2 Queen Beds)

  • 667 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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2 Bedroom Villa (2 Queen Beds & 1 Sofa Bed)

  • 703 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About this area

Franz Josef Glacier

Located in Franz Josef Glacier, Glenfern Villas is in a rural area and in the mountains. Glacier Hot Pools and Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Te Wahipounamu and Murchison Glacier. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails, ecotours and skydiving.
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What's nearby

  • Glacier Hot Pools - 3 min drive
  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 3 min drive
  • Our Lady of the Alps - 3 min drive
  • St James Anglican Church - 3 min drive
  • Franz Josef Glacier - 13 min drive

About this property

Glenfern Villas

4.5-star apartments with kitchens and patios
Concierge services, laundry facilities and a library are available at this aparthotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a garden and barbecues are on-site. Each apartment provides a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a hob and a microwave. Guests will appreciate conveniences, such as a coffee/tea maker and a rice cooker, while a flat-screen TV with digital channels and a DVD player provide a bit of entertainment.
Glenfern Villas offers 18 accommodations with DVD players and a safe. Rooms open to patios. Beds feature down duvets. Accommodation at this 4.5-star aparthotel has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, hobs, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Franz Josef Glacier aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and rice cookers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Awards and affiliations

Green/Sustainable Property
This property participates in Qualmark, a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: The Environment, the community, the cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected

Social distancing

Social distancing measures in place
This information is provided by our partners.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Playground
  • Children's games
  • Children's books
  • Trampoline

Kitchen

  • Fridge (full size)
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Rice cooker
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee daily: NZD 18 for adults and NZD 18 for children

Bedrooms

  • Down duvet
  • Free rollaway/extra beds
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Library

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital service
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor entertainment area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry detergent

Climate control

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathroom
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lifts
  • Roll-in shower
  • Wheelchair accessible (with limits)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe
  • Window screens
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Blackout curtains

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Skydiving nearby

Safety features

  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector

General

  • 18 rooms

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in from 2 PM - 8 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds!
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: NZD 18 for adults and NZD 18 for children (approximately)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Be prepared: check the latest COVID-19 travel requirements and measures in place for this destination before you travel.

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Alcohol is not served at this property

National rating

Qualmark® assigns an official star rating for accommodation in New Zealand. This Apartment property is rated 4 star plus, and is displayed on this page as 4.5 stars.
Official New Zealand Rating provided by Qualmark®

Property is also known as

Glenfern
Glenfern Villas
Glenfern Villas Apartment
Glenfern Villas Apartment Franz Josef Glacier
Glenfern Villas Franz Josef Glacier
Glenfern Villas Aparthotel
Glenfern Villas Franz Josef Glacier
Glenfern Villas Aparthotel Franz Josef Glacier

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Overall score and ratings

4.6

Wonderful

Rating 5 - Excellent. 200 out of 297 reviews
5 - Excellent 67%
Rating 4 - Good. 79 out of 297 reviews
4 - Good 27%
Rating 3 - Okay. 10 out of 297 reviews
3 - Okay 3%
Rating 2 - Poor. 4 out of 297 reviews
2 - Poor 1%
Rating 1 - Terrible. 4 out of 297 reviews
1 - Terrible 1%

4.7/5

Cleanliness

4.6/5

Staff & service

4.4/5

Amenities

4.5/5

Property conditions & facilities
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5/5 Excellent

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean, very quiet area, not far from the main town, kitchen had everything you need. Helpful & friendly property manager and quick & easy check in
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

5/5 Excellent

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

5/5 Excellent

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great private villa with awesome views, lovely friendly host’s.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

5/5 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and very welcoming!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

5/5 Excellent

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this property. Was perfect for our family holiday in Franz Josef. Thank you for the friendly, professional service. Highly recommend this accomodation.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021