Franz Alpine Retreat
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Franz Alpine Retreat
Motel
2 Donovan Drive, Franz Josef, West Coast, 7886, New Zealand
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Located in Franz Josef Glacier, Franz Alpine Retreat is in the mountains, within a 5-minute drive of Westcoast Wildlife Centre and Glacier Hot Pools. This motel is 5.7 mi (9.1 km) from Sentinel Rock and 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from Alex Knob.Show More
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Highlights
Free parking
Delicious breakfast
Lots to doAmenities
Private parkingFree
Wi-Fi in public areasFree
Hiking
Horse riding
Shuttle service
Tour and ticket booking service
Front desk (limited hours)
English
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Property Description
Located in Franz Josef Glacier, Franz Alpine Retreat is in the mountains, within a 5-minute drive of Westcoast Wildlife Centre and Glacier Hot Pools. This motel is 5.7 mi (9.1 km) from Sentinel Rock and 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from Alex Knob.
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4.2/5
Very GoodThis is an excellent place for your family holiday retreat.
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Surroundings
Airport: Mount Cook Airport
(478.1 km)
Landmarks: Harihari Coastal Walkway
(550m)
Landmarks: Hukawai Lodge
(1.6 km)
Landmarks: Skydive Franz
(2.9 km)
Landmarks: Waiho Hot Tubs
(2.9 km)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
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4
Two-Bedroom Chalet-Disability Access
Bedroom 1:2 Double bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Electric fan
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5
Unit, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Mountain View
1 Queen bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
Electric fan
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14
One-Bedroom Chalet
2 Single bed or 1 Queen bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
Electric fan
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8
Two-Bedroom Chalet with Garden View
Bedroom 1:1 Double bed and 3 Single bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
Electric fan
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15
Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Courtyard Area
Bedroom 1:1 Double bed and 2 Single bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
Electric fan
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7
Two-Bedroom Chalet
Bedroom 1:1 Double bed and 1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Mountain view
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Unit, 1 Queen Bed
1 Queen bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Mountain view
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Guest Reviews
4.2/5
Very Good
58 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness4.2
- Amenities4.2
- Location4.2
- Service4.3
Average for similar properties in Franz Josef
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Guests praise the friendly staff, cleanliness, and spacious, comfortable rooms. The convenient location offers tranquility and stunning views, ideal for a peaceful retreat.
Jaybird UK
February 20, 2025
Absolutely fabulous location. Close to shops & restaurants.
The chalet had everything we needed for an excellent stay. Spotlessly clean, wonderful bed, good shower.
Full kitchen, TV & comfortable furniture to relax.
We would highly recommend 5*
Wonderful view of glacier from chalet 👌
Guest User
September 26, 2024
A beautiful area just outside of Franz Josef. It's nearby the road, so you may get some traffic noise. Other than that, it was a quiet and restful night there. We could see the milky way at night!
We had a studio, so no kitchen but a microwave was available. There's a laundry as well. Wifi was good.
The manager was very friendly and allowed us to fill out campervan with water.
Chia Yuan
March 10, 2024
This is an excellent place for your family holiday retreat.
Guest User
December 16, 2023
There are two issues, one is hygiene and the other is environment. I could hardly sleep that night. I will give it three points. The heavy rain hit the wooden house and the noise was very loud. There was also a toilet seat cover. When I entered the door and opened it, I found traces of dried urine. I gave it one point.
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Anonymous User
December 13, 2023
The bathroom is small and the sink is even smaller, which makes it inconvenient to use. The room/living room is quite spacious and the soundproofing is pretty good at night. It's about a five-minute drive from the town of Franz Josef. You can't walk there, but it's convenient!
The front desk can speak Chinese, introduces the attractions very kindly, and even gives you a bottle of fresh milk🐮!
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Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Private parking
Free
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Hiking
Horse riding
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Private parking
Free
Transportation
Shuttle service
Additional charge
Front Desk Services
Tour and ticket booking service
Front desk (limited hours)
Languages Spoken
English
Chinese
Food & Drink
Room service
Health & Wellness
Hiking
Horse riding
Kayaking
Off-site
Activities
Fishing
Off-site
Eco tours
Off-site
Cleaning Services
Ironing service
Business Services
Postal service
Accessibility
Accessible rooms available
Stair-free main entrance
Safety & Security
Smoke detector
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 15:00–20:00
Check-out: 09:00–10:00
Front desk hours: [Mon-Sun]09:00–20:00
Self check-in: Contact the property for instructions on how to obtain the card/keys
Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cribs and Extra Beds
Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
Breakfast
TypeContinental
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact hotel |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Deposit Policy
DepositDeposit required
Deposit Collection MethodsThe deposit is determined based on the duration of your stay. The charge is NZD 50.00 (approx. AED 103.36) per night.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Service Animals
Service animals are allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.
Paying at the Hotel
- Cash
Property Description
- Opened: 2008
- Number of Rooms: 21
Located in Franz Josef Glacier, Franz Alpine Retreat is in the mountains, within a 5-minute drive of Westcoast Wildlife Centre and Glacier Hot Pools. This motel is 5.7 mi (9.1 km) from Sentinel Rock and 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from Alex Knob.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Take advantage of the motel's room service. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 17 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Take advantage of the motel's room service. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 17 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.