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Alpine Glacier Motel

Property class: 3.5

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
The current price is NZ$135
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct

Explore the area

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17 Cron St, Franz Josef Glacier, 7856
  • Place, St James Anglican Church
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Westcoast Wildlife Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Glacier Hot Pools
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a desk, and a television.

Deck Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, a microwave, and a small refrigerator.

Queen Studio

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(40 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A wooden bench outside a building with a view of a road and mountains.

Spa Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a coffee table, and a desk.

King Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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A hotel room with three beds, a desk, and a chair.

Family Studio

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

About the area

Franz Josef Glacier

At Alpine Glacier Motel you'll be within steps of Te Wahipounamu and Our Lady of the Alps. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi and LED TVs. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, tour/ticket assistance and luggage storage. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities and a front desk safe. Continental breakfast is available daily between 8 AM and 10 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In proximity to this 3.5-property class Franz Josef Glacier motel you'll find Mount Cook National Park.
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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

  • ‪Full Of Beans Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Blue Ice Restaurant & Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪SnakeBite Brewery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Alice May - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Monsoon Bar - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Alpine Glacier Motel

As a guest of Alpine Glacier Motel, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, laundry facilities, and a front desk safe. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Franz Josef Glacier motel is smoke free.

  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • No smoking on site
Alpine Glacier Motel offers 24 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. 43-inch LED televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Franz Josef Glacier motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply).

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Property amenities

Internet

  • 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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8 AM to 10 AM for a fee: NZD 20 per person

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

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)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 20 per person
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Alpine Glacier Motel?

Alpine Glacier Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Alpine Glacier Motel?

As of 14 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Alpine Glacier Motel on 18 Oct 2026 start from NZ$135, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Alpine Glacier Motel?

Yep, Alpine Glacier Motel has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Alpine Glacier Motel?

No, there is no spa at this property. Waiho Hot Tubs is a short 7-minute walk away.

Does Alpine Glacier Motel serve breakfast?

You bet, continental brekkie is on offer daily between 8 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Alpine Glacier Motel?

No, Alpine Glacier Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Alpine Glacier Motel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Alpine Glacier Motel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Alpine Glacier Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 446 out of 806 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 298 out of 806 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 806 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 806 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 806 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room and the staff was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Helpful staff, comfortable bed, clean and warm room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed.Warm and cozy unit with a great shower.Location perfect.Walking distance to shops and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms, clean, quiet and friendly staff. Easy walk to town.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy stay. Great value.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute hotel, big room and very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

It was so convenient location for helicopter trip.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent, room clean and well cared for, great location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean well appointed great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Clean and comfortable unit. Quiet location. Would highly recommend staying there
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious and comfortable room, well equipped kitchenette, enjoyed the balcony to sit on with a view, laundry facility was useful, walk to wverything
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything met our needs Very satisfied Thankyou
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is very clean and the hotel is conveniently located.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room. Helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, great location. Walls are thin but bed was comfortable and room was spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good price
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Standard motel room. Very clean and warm. Kitchen had everything we needed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived late and left early so didnt see any staff but they communicated really well and checkin was very easy. The unit was ideal and the room was well equipped.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This motel was good value for money..
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, tidy, modern facilities with friendly helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice and very clean. Check in was quick and the lady was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026