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A modern hotel with a hot tub on the deck, wooden exterior, and a bedroom with a bed and nightstand.
A cozy log cabin room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a small kitchenette, and a large window offering a view of greenery.
A modern living room with a wooden coffee table, a sofa with patterned cushions, and a view of a deck and greenery outside.
A restaurant named 'Mansoon' with outdoor seating and a sign indicating a 2 for 1 gourmet pizza offer.

1. Rainforest Retreat

Rainforest Retreat
Franz Josef Glacier
Australia
Tracy
AU$91
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Rainforest Retreat
A wooden bench outside a building with a view of a road and mountains.
A room with a large window offering a view of a mountainous landscape and a palm tree.
A building with a sloped roof, white walls, and a view of snow-capped mountains in the background.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a table with a remote control, and a TV mounted on the wall.

2. Alpine Glacier Motel

Alpine Glacier Motel
Franz Josef Glacier
United States
Neal
AU$102
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Alpine Glacier Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a TV, a fireplace, and a sliding glass door leading to a patio with outdoor furniture.
A modern kitchen with a dishwasher, sink, and dining area with chairs and a table.
A building with a flat roof and a small window, surrounded by dense greenery and a mountain in the background.
A hotel room with a large bed, a leather sofa, a coffee table, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

3. Punga Grove

Punga Grove
Franz Josef Glacier
United Kingdom
David
AU$163
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Punga Grove
A modern house with a covered patio, a stone pathway, and a view of mountains.
A modern lounge area with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of greenery.
A spacious bar area with a high ceiling and skylights, a bar counter with stools, and a variety of bottles on shelves.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a small table, and a large window with a view of greenery.

4. Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
Franz Josef Glacier
Australia
Mike
AU$143
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
A neatly made bed with a green throw, a bedside lamp, and a nightstand.
A motel named Aspen Court with a mountain backdrop.
A hotel reception desk with a framed picture of a mountain landscape, a clock, and a sign indicating a 4.7 out of 5 rating from Hotels.com.
A window with a view of a lush garden with various plants and a small stream.

5. Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef

Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef
Franz Josef Glacier
Australia
Chandan
AU$166
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef
A modern kitchen with a large TV, a coffee machine, and a plant.
A covered outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a fire feature.
A room with a large window offering a view of a mountainous landscape and a red building.
A modern bathroom with a double sink, a towel rack, a hairdryer, and a neon sign.

6. Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef
Franz Josef Glacier
Australia
Kelvin
AU$68
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef
A view from inside a building, looking out to a street with houses, trees, and mountains in the background.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a mountain view.
A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, a TV, and a view of mountains and trees.
A table with a menu, two wine glasses, and a bottle of wine, set against a window with a mountain view.

7. The Terrace

The Terrace
Franz Josef Glacier
New Zealand
Sandra
AU$170
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
The Terrace

8. Rainforest Deluxe

Rainforest Deluxe
Franz Josef Glacier
Australia
Xavier
AU$218
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Rainforest Deluxe
An outdoor dining area with tables set for two, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
A modern building with a long corridor and multiple balconies, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.
A modern building entrance with wooden paneling, a glass door, and a view of a lush garden.
A modern multi-story building with a wooden exterior, multiple balconies, and a lush surrounding forest.

9. Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef
Franz Josef Glacier
Australia
peter
AU$272
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef
A couple seated on a balcony overlooking snow-capped mountains.
A view of a mountainous landscape through a window, with a silhouette of a person in the foreground.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a shower area.
A hotel with a central building and two wings, a parking lot, and surrounding greenery.

10. Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier

Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier
Franz Josef Glacier
Australia
Aviral
AU$96
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier
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Frequently asked questions

What should I expect on my historical trip to Franz Josef Glacier?
You're likely already making plans to see the historical sites during your trip to Franz Josef Glacier. While you're in town, you can check out the stunning glacier views and top-notch restaurants. During your stay in this family-friendly area, you can also relish a trip to the cafes.
How many historical hotels are located in Franz Josef Glacier?
Franz Josef Glacier is home to 37 lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.
What are the most important historical sites and other places in Franz Josef Glacier?
Favourite places to visit include Glacier Hot Pools, Westcoast Wildlife Centre and Waiho Hot Tubs. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Our Lady of the Alps and Te Wahipounamu.
What is a historic hotel like in Franz Josef Glacier?
By choosing a historic hotel, you can stay in a building that has an official historic designation. A palace, castle, grand home or even an old police station, pub, lodge or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel as long as it's of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved in the communal spaces and guestrooms of historic hotels in Franz Josef Glacier, bringing the history to life.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
"Heritage hotel" is a term often used in Asia and Europe, while "historic hotel" is more common in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The building and architecture of a historic hotel tends to be what's most important. For a heritage hotel, it's often the cultural value as well as how it shaped the community.
Do historic hotels in Franz Josef Glacier have modern facilities?
Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, though efforts have been made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the usual amenities found in a hotel should be available at a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Franz Josef Glacier, don't worry that you'll be staying at a place that's uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.

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