Title: Franz Josef Glacier Travel Guide: Best of Franz Josef Glacier, West Coast Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Franz Josef Glacier](https://expedia.co.uk/Franz-Josef-Glacier-Hotels.d10398.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Franz Josef Glacier](https://expedia.co.uk/Franz-Josef-Glacier-Holiday-Rentals.d10398.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Franz Josef Glacier](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Franz-Josef-Glacier.d10398.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Franz Josef Glacier](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Franz-Josef-Glacier.d10398.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Franz Josef Glacier Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Franz-Josef-Glacier.d10398.Car-Hire-Guide)[Franz Josef Glacier Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Franz-Josef-Glacier.d10398.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Franz Josef Glacier Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Franz Josef Glacier](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/f627edb6639b68430e905ce64f8552dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Franz Josef Glacier](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/90d8f469a15e20744a61e0c99cfed084.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Franz Josef Glacier](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/577a12807588afb2bd254ba9d715d678.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Franz Josef Glacier](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/d4d19e1eea77777c4d99a59229d54980.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Franz Josef Glacier](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/ef5ea7c3ffd43f2f24dc694fd59a78ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Franz Josef Glacier Things to do Reviews - Top hotels in Franz Josef Glacier - Top Holiday Rentals in Franz Josef Glacier ![Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/83700/83615/a197303a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier 36 Main Road, State Highway 6 Franz Josef Glacier £151 3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (638 reviews) Initially our room bed wasn’t good but reception happily helped us to change the room. Operation manager was very nice and receptionist also understood the situation. Apart from the noise (obviously due to helicopters flying) everything was fine. Scenic hotel is upto my expectations due to such a ... Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F01%2F2026&endDate=04%2F01%2F2026&selected=83615&PinnedHotelID=83615&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=10398) ![Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107480000/107473500/107473492/d23cad5f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef 9 Cron St Franz Josef Glacier West Coast £87 10 Jan - 11 Jan 2026 includes taxes & fees Stay at this lodge in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Our Lady of the Alps and Westcoast Wildlife ... 9/10 Wonderful! (113 reviews) More amenities than we expected which was a pleasant surprise. We also arrived earlier than expected and the staff were completely accommodating and ready to check us in early. We were very thankful after a long drive. Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F01%2F2026&endDate=11%2F01%2F2026&selected=107473492&PinnedHotelID=107473492&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=10398) ![Franz Josef Oasis](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6940000/6936000/6935946/aee7b487_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Franz Josef Oasis Franz Josef Highway Franz Josef Glacier £163 24 Dec - 25 Dec includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (651 reviews) The exceptional service we received from Angela. She was always available, happy to help- with good suggestions and relevant information. Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F12%2F2025&endDate=25%2F12%2F2025&selected=6935946&PinnedHotelID=6935946&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=10398) [See all 48 properties in Franz Josef Glacier](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=24%2F12%2F2025&endDate=25%2F12%2F2025®ionId=10398) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Punga Grove](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10560000/10555700/10555612/627663c3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Punga Grove Cron Street Franz Josef Glacier Stay at this aparthotel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (249 reviews) Great room with a view of a small rain forest. Comfortable and close to town. Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Franz-Josef-Glacier-Hotels-Punga-Grove.h10555612.Hotel-Information) ![Glenfern Villas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2650000/2648900/2648847/1c45b51a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Glenfern Villas State Highway 6 Franz Josef Glacier Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (370 reviews) Good stay Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Franz-Josef-Glacier-Hotels-Glenfern-Villas.h2648847.Hotel-Information) ![Forest View Franz Josef](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34280000/34270600/34270551/bbea75b8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Forest View Franz Josef 6 Paganini Road Franz Josef Glacier Stay at this apartment in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Waiho Hot Tubs and Glacier Hot Pools are located ... 9/10 Wonderful! (15 reviews) Great location and nice property. Cheers Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Franz-Josef-Glacier-Hotels-Forest-View-Franz-Josef.h34270551.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Franz Josef Glacier](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=10398&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check Franz Josef Glacier hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=10398&startDate=2025-12-23&endDate=2025-12-24)[23 Dec - 24 Dec](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=10398&startDate=2025-12-23&endDate=2025-12-24) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=10398&startDate=2025-12-24&endDate=2025-12-25)[24 Dec - 25 Dec](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=10398&startDate=2025-12-24&endDate=2025-12-25) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=10398&startDate=26%2F12%2F2025&endDate=28%2F12%2F2025)[26 Dec - 28 Dec](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=10398&startDate=26%2F12%2F2025&endDate=28%2F12%2F2025) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=10398&startDate=02%2F01%2F2026&endDate=04%2F01%2F2026)[2 Jan - 4 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=10398&startDate=02%2F01%2F2026&endDate=04%2F01%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Glacier Hot Pools](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/21a2f8841d3097a94da5c90d9b931a3b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Glacier Hot Pools You can take time to visit Glacier Hot Pools during your travels to Franz Josef Glacier. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Glacier-Hot-Pools-Franz-Josef-Glacier.d553248621526970637.Attraction) #### Westcoast Wildlife Centre You can take time to visit Westcoast Wildlife Centre during your travels to Franz Josef Glacier. Wander the lakeside or discover the stunning glacier views in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Westcoast-Wildlife-Centre-Franz-Josef-Glacier.d6208686.Attraction) #### Waiho Hot Tubs You can take time to visit Waiho Hot Tubs during your travels to Franz Josef Glacier. Discover the stunning glacier views and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Waiho-Hot-Tubs-Franz-Josef-Glacier.d785780352308789248.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Brand New Ambassador Penguin Encounter](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1395132/1cbeb676-c564-4f62-9f48-5b0f1e8dd92f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Skip the Line: Franz Josef Wildlife Center Ticket with Optional Backstage Pass £28 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/skip-the-line-franz-josef-wildlife-center-ticket-with-optional-backstage-pass.a1395132.activity-details) ![Fox Glacier: Half Day Walking & Nature Tour with Local Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44520465/fcfe96a9-1f12-494f-a992-f321d209fd32.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Fox Glacier: Half Day Walking & Nature Tour with Local Guide £48 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/fox-glacier-half-day-walking-nature-tour-with-local-guide.a44520465.activity-details) ![Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45267910/84bb9eb4-7060-445f-afc6-ef61d92e9389.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike £318 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/franz-josef-glacier-heli-hike.a45267910.activity-details) ![Snow Landing](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48910292/035684e4-c4e4-482b-b55a-7708e9223193.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Franz Josef: Twin Glacier 35-Minute Helicopter Flight £216 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/franz-josef-twin-glacier-35-minute-helicopter-flight.a48910292.activity-details) ![Snow Landing](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48909112/e8960a2f-fe07-4827-8b63-79de384c6dc8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Franz Josef Glacier 25-Minute Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing £171 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/franz-josef-glacier-25-minute-helicopter-flight-with-snow-landing.a48909112.activity-details) ![Squirrels](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2647611/d4622245-502a-42d0-85d4-e9985f79854f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ultimate Discovery: 3 Glaciers & Snow Landing – 45min £282 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/ultimate-discovery-3-glaciers-snow-landing-45min.a2647611.activity-details) [See all activities in Franz Josef Glacier](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Franz-Josef-Glacier.d10398.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Reviews of Franz Josef Glacier 4.5 Top destination 5 - Excellent 23 4 - Good 17 3 - Okay 1 2 - Disappointing 0 1 - Terrible 0 ### 4/5 - Good Andy Great place but remember access is through one road which can fall victim to the elements. They are pretty quick at fixing problems though ### 5/5 - Excellent Mikey Franz is a buzzing friendly town nestled underneath its glacier. Atmosphere is fun and lively as well as peaceful and calm! ### 4/5 - Good Verified traveller Rains a lot here ### 5/5 - Excellent Verified traveller Small town but everything you need is there. A great place and a base for your explorations of the nearby glaciers and all kinds of adventures! ### 4/5 - Good Verified traveller Don’t pre book activities as these can easily affected by weather. ### 5/5 - Excellent Verified traveller unique but easy walk ## Cities near Franz Josef Glacier ![Fox Glacier showing forests, a sunset and a lake or waterhole](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/180000/180724-South-Island.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Westland Tai Poutini National Park ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - Accommodation - Flights - Packages - Cars - Other - [Hotels near Bruce Bay Beach ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bruce-Bay-Beach-Hotels.0-l553248635975287705-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Bruce Bay Hotels ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bruce-Bay-Hotels.d6049781.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Beach Resorts & in Westland District ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Westland-District-Beach-Hotels.0-0-d3000652636-tBeachHotels.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) - [Westland District Hotels ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Westland-District.d3000652636.Hotel-Destinations) - [Adults Only Resorts & in Fox Glacier ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fox-Glacier-Hotels-Adults-Only-Resorts.0-0-d181325-tAdultsOnlyResorts.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Luxury Hotels in Fox Glacier ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fox-Glacier-Hotels-Luxury-Hotel.0-0-d181325-tLuxuryHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels near Fox Glacier ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fox-Glacier-Hotels.0-l6110684-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Fox Glacier Hotels ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fox-Glacier-Hotels.d181325.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Hotels near Glacier Hot Pools ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Glacier-Hot-Pools-Hotels.0-l553248621526970637-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hari Hari Hotels ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hari-Hari-Hotels.d553248635926198172.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Kakapotahi Hotels ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kakapotahi-Hotels.d6351173.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Karangarua Hotels ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Karangarua-Hotels.d692486010754002944.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Hotels near Lake Paringa ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lake-Paringa-Hotels.0-l6110686-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Okarito Hotels ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Okarito-Hotels.d6359423.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Ross Hotels ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ross-Hotels.d3000388378.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Waiho Hotels ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waiho-Hotels.d692482300265066496.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Westland Tai Poutini National Park Hotels ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Westland-Tai-Poutini-National-Park-Hotels.d6351337.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Whataroa Hotels ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whataroa-Hotels.d3000400422.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Flights to Bruce Bay ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Bruce-Bay.d6049781.Travel-Guide-Flights) - [Fox Glacier ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fox-Glacier-Westland-Tai-Poutini-National-Park.d6110684.Attraction) - [Peak Viewpoint ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Peak-Viewpoint-Fox-Glacier.d553248635998005744.Attraction) - [Ross Holidays ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ross.d3000388378.Holidays-City-Breaks) - [Visit Westland District ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Westland-District.dx3000652636) - [Visit Westland Tai Poutini National Park ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Westland-Tai-Poutini-National-Park.dx6351337) - [Car hire Fox Glacier ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Fox-Glacier.d181325.Car-Hire-Guide) - [Things to do in Fox Glacier ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Fox-Glacier.d181325.Travel-Guide-Activities) - Cities near Franz Josef Glacier - Places of interest [Westland Tai Poutini National Park](https://expedia.co.uk/Westland-Tai-Poutini-National-Park.dx6351337) - [Mount Cook National Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Mount-Cook-National-Park-Mount-Cook.d6139475.Attraction) - [Hooker Valley Track ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hooker-Valley-Track-Mount-Cook.d553248621532610225.Attraction) - [Fox Glacier ](https://expedia.co.uk/Fox-Glacier-Westland-Tai-Poutini-National-Park.d6110684.Attraction) - [Peak Viewpoint ](https://expedia.co.uk/Peak-Viewpoint-Fox-Glacier.d553248635998005744.Attraction) - [Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre ](https://expedia.co.uk/Sir-Edmund-Hillary-Alpine-Centre-Mount-Cook.d553248621526966900.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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