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Te Awa Cottages
3.0 star property

Comfortable cottage in Franz Josef Glacier with free parking
your current months are May, 2024 and June, 2024.
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Te Awa Cottages

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Terrace/patio
Front of property
Cottage Rua
Cottage Rua | Private kitchen
Cottage Tahi | Private kitchen

Overview of Te Awa Cottages

Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

Map
2871 Franz Josef Hwy, Franz Josef Glacier, West Coast, 7886
  • Popular LocationWestcoast Wildlife Centre2 min drive
  • Popular LocationGlacier Hot Pools2 min drive
  • Popular LocationOur Lady of the Alps2 min drive
  • AirportHokitika (HKK)114 min drive
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Cottage Rua

Cottage Rua

Highlights

Furnished patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Cottage Tahi

Cottage Tahi

Highlights

Furnished patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Franz Josef Glacier

Te Awa Cottages is located in Franz Josef Glacier. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Matheson and Franz Josef Glacier. Fox Glacier and Aoraki / Mount Cook are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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What's nearby

  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 2 min drive
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 2 min drive
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 2 min drive
  • Our Lady of the Alps - 2 min drive
  • Lake Matheson - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 114 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Landing Restaurant & Bar - Franz Josef - 2 min drive
  • Full of Beans - 2 min drive
  • Snakebite - 2 min drive
  • Monsoon Restaurant at Rainforest - 2 min drive
  • Blue Ice Cafe - 2 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Te Awa Cottages

Comfortable cottage in Franz Josef Glacier with free parking
Free self parking and free WiFi in public areas are available at this smoke-free cottage. All 2 accommodations feature kitchenettes with fridges and microwaves, plus free WiFi and LCD TVs. Other amenities that guests will find include coffee makers and electric kettles.
Te Awa Cottages offers 2 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Accommodation at this 3-star cottage has kitchenettes with fridges, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Franz Josef Glacier cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self-parking on site
  • On-site parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • High chair

Kitchenette

  • Fridge (mini)
  • Microwave
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Local maps
  • Window screens
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Restaurant dining guide

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 2 rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email with check-in instructions and lockbox information prior to arrival; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Te Awa Cottages Cottage
Te Awa Cottages Franz Josef Glacier
Te Awa Cottages Cottage Franz Josef Glacier

Frequently asked questions

Is Te Awa Cottages pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Te Awa Cottages?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Te Awa Cottages?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Te Awa Cottages?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Te Awa Cottages located?

Situated in Franz Josef Glacier, this cottage is 19 mi (30.6 km) from Lake Matheson.

Te Awa Cottages Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Neat, clean and well presented. Quiet location just out of town. Recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Peaceful and relaxing
Such a quiet, clean and peaceful place to stay. Spacious inside with a sufficiently stocked kitchen. Loved the covered porch. Great view. Great communication with owner.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an amazing place to stay! I loved being away from the crowds. The property and views were unbelievable. The cottage was excellent and well equipped to make our stay comfortable and peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

4/10 Poor

Jeffrey

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nuku

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Clean tidy cabin with all the amenities.Pituresque views tgat make the stay that much more magical
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay at Franz Josef
Lovely container unit that was beautifully set up. View was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location. Handy to the township
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views. Slightly out of town while still being very close. Well presented accommodation that was very warm and clean. We hope to stay again some time.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Christine, New Zealand

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Lovely and clean unit, handy to the township. Good clear communication from host. Would be helpful if one of the photos or the description revealed that this cottage is only 20 metres from the main road. I had expected it to be more secluded and quieter.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020