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Glacier View Motel

3.0 star property
Motel in Franz Josef Glacier with free parking

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Enjoy cooking and dining in this well-equipped kitchenette with a sink, microwave, and refrigerator.
Welcome to our reception area, featuring a comfortable sofa and a view of lush greenery outside.
Experience a serene retreat amidst lush surroundings and scenic views.
Surrounded by a well-maintained lawn, this serene home offers a peaceful retreat with a picnic table and breathtaking mountain views.
Relax in this inviting room with a single bed, sofa, and small table for a comfortable stay.

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Franz Josef Hwy, SH 6, Franz Josef Glacier, 7886
  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Glacier Hot Pools
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Waiho Hot Tubs
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Studio - Prepaid

Double Studio - Prepaid

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Studio - Prepaid

Superior Studio - Prepaid

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms - Prepaid

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms - Prepaid

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 42 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds OR 3 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Studio

Executive Studio

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Twin Studio - Prepaid

Twin Studio - Prepaid

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

About the area

Franz Josef Glacier

At Glacier View Motel you'll be 2.3 km (1.5 mi) from Glacier Hot Pools and 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Waiho Hot Tubs. Highlights at this motel include free self-parking, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Added amenities include laundry facilities, tour/ticket assistance and luggage storage. Continental breakfast is available daily between 12:30 PM and 1:00 PM. .In proximity to this 3-property class Franz Josef Glacier motel you'll find Mount Cook National Park.
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What's nearby

  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Our Lady of the Alps - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • St James Anglican Church - 4 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Glacier View Motel

Motel in Franz Josef Glacier with free parking
Glacier View Motel offers its guests barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Franz Josef Glacier motel is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
Glacier View Motel offers 15 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Accommodation at this 3-star motel has kitchenettes with fridges and microwaves.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

Languages

Chinese (Cantonese), Chinese (Mandarin), English

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  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 5-device limit
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free with a 5-device limit

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 12:30 PM to 1:00 PM for a fee: NZD 20 for adults and NZD 20 for children

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: NZD 20 per accommodation, per night, plus a deposit of NZD 100 per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 7 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

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 for adults and from NZD 20 for children
  • Pet deposit: NZD 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: NZD 20 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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 major credit cards, Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 5-device limit. WiFi in public areas is also free and has a 5-device limit.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Glacier View Motel
Glacier View Motel Franz Josef Glacier
Glacier View Franz Josef Glacier
Glacier View Motel Motel
Glacier View Motel Franz Josef Glacier
Glacier View Motel Motel Franz Josef Glacier

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Glacier View Motel?

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

Is parking available at Glacier View Motel?

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

Does Glacier View Motel serve breakfast?

You bet, continental breakfast is served daily between 12:30 PM and 1:00 PM.

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

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

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Glacier View Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 138 out of 308 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 109 out of 308 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 308 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 308 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 308 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pet friendly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

gordon H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great service from Steven.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Peter John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Steve was very friendly and a great host
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Good stay

Old motel however does the job. Stunning view of the glacier. I had a good sleep to be fair. Recommend it!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Lucy

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find. No kitchen sink. Had to wash dishes in bathroom. The immediate environment needs to be tidied up. Rather expensive for this motel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Des

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yu
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

kil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Christopher

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No go

The room was sub-standard for the price. I would not recommend or return.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Basic motel

Basic accommodation, second bed ruff, tv not working.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Bernard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice quiet location with a view of frans josef glacier. Property could do with an update but amenities were good and functional.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Neil

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
No one to check me in when I arrived, came yelling across the car park.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

jenny

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly, helpful staff and rooms very clean. Grounds could do with a clean up
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Steve the manager is excellent. He went out of his way to look after us and took us into town. He was so lovely and helpful. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly reception. Parked car at door. Spacious living area, good shower and toilet room. Very helpful staff. The property is a bit remote and I wouldn’t recommend walking to Franz Joseph as road is busy.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ashna

Travelled with family
Very accommodating host. Helped us with our glacier bookings.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Trevor

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

A motel that needs investment.

An empty motel in peak season was the first warning. Initial appearance on entering the room was good. A spacious well appointed bedroom kitchenette with en-suite bathroom. Lack of air conditioning. The mattress was so soft it made sleep uncomfortable.A tiny shower cubicle and a bathroom abundant in moths and black fly made me reticent to use it. We ran out of toilet paper which was so thin that we bought our own. A very friendly owner doesn’t compensate for an experience I would not like to replicate.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Susanne

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

The last resort

Upon arrive the place looked derelict. The lawns and gardens were overgrown and in need of mowing and weeding. Checkin consisted of a girl running out and telling us there was a key in the door. The rooms were spacious and the bathroom has been renovated. The furniture looked like it was leftover from the second hand shop. The TV remote didn't work and heating is only a small space heater. There is no houskeeping and the office is only open in the afternoon. It is more than 2 minutes to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm, clean and close to the village.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Travelled with partner
Very clean and tidy value for money enjoyed the stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was so clean and quiet
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The view and hospitality
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Tidy unit, well equiped kitchen and great shower pressure. The most affordable stay I could find in Franz. Wifi was very weak at number 9 (too far from the modem is my guess) - needs a booster. Bed is super soft, so more suitable for tiny humans.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Rupend

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
no thing interesting.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024