Title: Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=10398&destination=Franz+Josef+Glacier%2C+West+Coast%2C+New+Zealand&selected=6486080&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel Eco-certified Glow Worm Hostel combines relaxation with entertainment, offering a library for quiet moments and an arcade for social fun ## Photo gallery for Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel ![Indoor spa tub - Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel (Franz Josef Glacier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6490000/6486100/6486080/d66bae93.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Double Room, Ensuite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel (Franz Josef Glacier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6490000/6486100/6486080/58a83d1f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel (Franz Josef Glacier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6490000/6486100/6486080/f64222c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel (Franz Josef Glacier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6490000/6486100/6486080/7cb078ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![BBQ/picnic Area - Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel (Franz Josef Glacier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6490000/6486100/6486080/9cb98d66.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Travelers find a perfect balance of comfort and adventure at Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel. The eco-certified property features a welcoming library, an arcade for entertainment, outdoor barbecue grills, and free self-parking. ## Reviews 8.4 Very good ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Laundry room £53 includes taxes & fees 24 Mar - 25 Mar ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Mar 18 - Mar 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19&selected=6486080&PinnedHotelID=6486080&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19&selected=6486080&PinnedHotelID=6486080&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Mar 19 - Mar 20](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-19&endDate=2026-03-20&selected=6486080&PinnedHotelID=6486080&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-19&endDate=2026-03-20&selected=6486080&PinnedHotelID=6486080&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Mar 20 - Mar 22](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=6486080&PinnedHotelID=6486080&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=6486080&PinnedHotelID=6486080&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Mar 27 - Mar 29](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=6486080&PinnedHotelID=6486080&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=6486080&PinnedHotelID=6486080&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 7 of 7 rooms ### View all photos for Double Room, Shared Bathroom ![Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6490000/6486100/6486080/0c8bbd66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Shared Bathroom 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite ![Double Room, Ensuite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6490000/6486100/6486080/db9861e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Ensuite 9.6 Exceptional 7 reviews - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Twin Room, Shared Bathroom ![Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6490000/6486100/6486080/53943784.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room, Shared Bathroom 8.0 Very good 1 review - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Twin Room, Ensuite ![Twin Room, Ensuite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6490000/6486100/6486080/424e9b86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room, Ensuite - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Family Room ![Family Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6490000/6486100/6486080/7cb078ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews - 97 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dorm) ![Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dorm) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6490000/6486100/6486080/148217c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dorm) - Sleeps 1 - 6 Single Beds ### View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Ensuite (Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dorm) ![Shared Dormitory, Ensuite (Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dorm) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6490000/6486100/6486080/5913769a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Ensuite (Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dorm) 8.0 Very good 1 review - Sleeps 1 - 4 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Franz Josef Glacier travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Franz-Josef-Glacier.dx10398) [View more Hostels in Franz Josef Glacier](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Franz-Josef-Glacier-Hostels.d10398-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-43.38777%2C170.18318&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=zq9chu0iFuzVq8erBW8-hVcdngo=) 27 Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier, 7886 ### What's nearby - Westcoast Wildlife Centre 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Our Lady of the Alps 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - St James Anglican Church 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Glacier Hot Pools 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Waiho Hot Tubs 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles ### Getting around - Hokitika (HKK) 117 min drive ### Restaurants - Full Of Beans Cafe 3 min walk - Landing Bar & Restaurant 2 min walk - Monsoon Bar 4 min walk - Blue Ice Restaurant & Bar 3 min walk - SnakeBite Brewery 3 min walk ## About this property ### Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel Property highlights An arcade/games room, a library and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - Free self-parking - Tour/ticket information, luggage storage and barbecues Room features All guest rooms at Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel offer amenities, such as free WiFi. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Heating and limited housekeeping ### 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. ## Similar properties ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107480000/107473500/107473492/cff809e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef Franz Josef Glacier - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Laundry room - Housekeeping 9.0 Wonderful 155 reviews £45 includes taxes & fees 2 Apr - 3 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-02&endDate=2026-04-03&selected=107473492&PinnedHotelID=107473492&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Indoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626600/9626521/dfad24af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels Fox Glacier - 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Hot tub - Library ### Family friendly - Arcade/game room - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Picnic area ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift (single-level property) ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer (on request) - Private or shared bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### More - Heating (climate-controlled) - Iron/ironing board on request ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 17 and older; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 16 days prior to check-in Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals welcome) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### National rating Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand. ### Property is also known as Glow Worm Franz Josef Glacier Glow Worm Accommodation Hostel Franz Josef Glacier Glow Worm Hostel Franz Josef Glacier Glow Worm Accommodation Hostel Franz Josef Glow Worm Accommodation Hostel Glow Worm Accommodation Franz Josef Glow Worm Accommodation Franz Josef Glacier Glow Worm Accommodation Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel Franz Josef Glacier Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel? ### How much is parking at Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel? ### What time is check-in at Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel? ### What time is check-out at Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel? ### Where is Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel Reviews 8.4 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.4 Cleanliness ### 8.8 Location ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 75 8 - Good 64 6 - Okay 24 4 - Poor 7 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Rebecca 31 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Convenient location for a good price. Nice kitchen and lounge area. ##### Rebecca Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim 18 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff was very friendly ##### Kim Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Latasha 20 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Loved it amazing room, friendly and helpful staff. So many facilities so worth the price my favourite place to stay ever! ##### Latasha Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Rudy 12 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Nice hostel with helpful staff. ##### Rudy Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karl 16 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Was an amazing stay, didnt expect to get welcomed so friendly and we got taken to a pizza bar for dinner. Definitely a place to stay! ##### Karl Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### DAVID 29 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Fantastic location easy access to restaurants, supermarkets & all walks & hikes. Accommodation was exceptional in cleanliness & lots of kitchen equipment free to use available - would definitely recommend ##### DAVID Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wayne 28 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A very pleasant lounge, room, kitchen and hot tub. Perfect location in town. Quiet location ##### Wayne Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 9 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Really enjoyed staying here - kind of funky, an accommodation with personality. Free soup every night is a great touch and much appreciated. Friendly and helpful staff, clean rooms, good communal kitchen and other spaces. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Geoffrey 5 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The Glow Worm is a great to stay at. It is very affordable. Very handy to the village and nearby walking tracks ##### Geoffrey Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Judith I 7 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Enjoyed stay very much Enjoy the friendliness and warmness of the hosts. Soup and breakfast a wonderfull touch. Hope to be back for a longer stay. ##### Judith I Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anna 6 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Really great hostel - perfect location in the centre of the small Franz Josef town. Close to a few pubs and importantly the skydive centre. The staff were really friendly. They offered free veg soup every evening and the kitchen was very well equipped. Private room was comfy and the showers were great. Lovely touch to have the hot tub available too. Everywhere was very clean. Would definitely recommend. ##### Anna Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cheryl 6 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Perfect little hostel Fabulous little place, free soup and hottub, and manager Georgia was friendly and helpful, a little star, thank you! WiFi was slow at busy times. ##### Cheryl Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Amanda 17 Feb 2024 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities Very friendly place but very basic room. Sadly my room smelt of wet dog and the window catch was broken so i had to secure it using a wash bag! Free soup, popcorn and breakfast is a nice touch. ##### Amanda Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 Verified ### 4/10 Poor #### Lana 26 Mar 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Location is good. Breakfast and soup great. Very limited parking on site, if you come late all spaces are taken and park somewhere on streets. Very limited Wi-Fi. No internet after 7pm - system completely overloaded. In night time ants come in hundreds. You will find them in morning covering all your food ( ##### Lana Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heather 14 Mar 2026 Liked: Cleanliness Staff friendly and room clean and warm. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/72abc654-3171-40f4-becd-527d98fce489-1773466963573.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Heather Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carleen 15 Feb 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The clean room and friendly staff ##### Carleen Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ruth 15 Feb 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely staff. Very good location. Good value for money in the area ##### Ruth Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emily 28 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very welcoming! We stayed in a private ensuite room and it was clean and comfortable. The water pressure of the shower was amazing. Didn't get a chance to partake in the free soup unfortunately but it's super cool that they offer that. Not sure if we'll be in Franz Josef again anytime soon, but would definitely book here again! ##### Emily Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Agata 31 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Amazing and helpful stuff, nice kitchen and vibe! We loved our one night stay there :) ##### Agata Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Marion 26 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Comfortable and good location ##### Marion Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jodi 7 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Fantastic place, glad we found it! Will definitely be back 😊 ##### Jodi Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### James 18 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Best hostel we’ve started at in New Zealand. Incredibly welcoming and has everything you need ##### James Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maxima 17 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff is really friendly. The facilities are clean and it’s easy to get to town. After a hike the spa and soup are nice. ##### Maxima Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gary 21 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Friendly staff. Free continental breahfast and free soup at night. Can’t beat that for hospitality ##### Gary Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dag Henrik 24 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The host, Benjamin, was incredible. Great atmosphere, social and just all over amazing. ##### Dag Henrik Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022 ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [Copthorne Hotel Greymouth](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Greymouth-Hotels-Kingsgate-Hotel-Greymouth.h12933.Hotel-Information) > - [DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Queenstown.h4412246.Hotel-Information) > - [Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Omarama-Hotels-Heritage-Gateway-Hotel.h519242.Hotel-Information) > - [Falcons Nest](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cromwell-Hotels-Falcons-Nest.h31053004.Hotel-Information) > - [Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Hilton-Queenstown-Resort-Spa.h4268206.Hotel-Information) > - [Cardrona Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Cardrona-Hotel.h9629768.Hotel-Information) > - [Beachfront Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitianga-Hotels-Beachfront-Resort.h6960059.Hotel-Information) > - [Millbrook Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Millbrook-Resort.h584862.Hotel-Information) > - [Hahei Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hahei-Hotels-Hahei-Holiday-Resort.h9869496.Hotel-Information) > - [Kinloch Wilderness Retreat](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Kinloch-Wilderness-Retreat.h3848386.Hotel-Information) > - [Rosewood Matakauri](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Matakauri-Lodge.h1097561.Hotel-Information) > - [The Sands Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Omapere-Hotels-The-Heads-Hokianga.h1217506.Hotel-Information) > - [The Amberley Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Amberley-Hotels-The-Amberley-Hotel.h83782595.Hotel-Information) > - [Richmond Holiday Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Richmond-Hotels-Richmond-Holiday-Park.h29218591.Hotel-Information) > - [Parkview Apartments](https://www.expedia.co.uk/National-Park-Village-Hotels-Parkview-Apartments.h32421560.Hotel-Information) > - [Kelly Rd Cambridge Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hamilton-Hotels-Kelly-Rd-Cambridge-Lodge.h17679551.Hotel-Information) > - [Porters Boutique Hotel & Conference Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Havelock-North-Hotels-Porters-Boutique-Hotel.h15965962.Hotel-Information) > - [Blue Ridge Studios and Bed & Breakfast](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Te-Anau-Hotels-Blue-Ridge-Boutique-Bed-Breakfast.h9625233.Hotel-Information) > - [Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waitomo-Caves-Hotels-Waitomo-Caves-Guest-Lodge.h16121337.Hotel-Information) > - [Scenic Hotel Punakaiki](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Greymouth-Hotels-Punakaiki-Resort.h982476.Hotel-Information) > - [Treetops Lodge & Estate](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rotorua-Hotels-Treetops-Lodge-Estate.h912953.Hotel-Information) > - [Bayside Holiday Units](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitianga-Hotels-Bayside-Holiday-Units.h49101011.Hotel-Information) > - [Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Te-Anau-Hotels-Te-Anau-Lakeview-Kiwi-Holiday-Park-Motels.h4192650.Hotel-Information) > - [Ramada Resort By Wyndham Rotorua Marama](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rotorua-Hotels-Ramada-Resort-By-Wyndham-Rotorua-Marama.h3512184.Hotel-Information) > - [Anglers paradise and great family holiday place](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Makarora-Hotels-Anglers-Paradise-And-Great-Family-Holiday-Place.h37278832.Hotel-Information) > - [Hidden Lake Hotel and Apartments](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hamilton-Hotels-Hidden-Lake-Hotel-And-Apartments.h29081973.Hotel-Information) > - [The Barn Cabins & Camp](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Marahau-Hotels-The-Barn-Cabins-Camping.h15886153.Hotel-Information) > - [The Duke of Marlborough Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Russell-Hotels-The-Duke-Of-Marlborough-Hotel.h1038082.Hotel-Information) ---