See all properties

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

4.0 star property
Enjoy 2 restaurants at this 4-star Franz Josef Glacier hotel

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

A modern house with a covered patio, a stone pathway, and a view of mountains.
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, and a view of greenery outside.
A modern lounge area with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of greenery.
A stone fireplace with a fire, a wooden ceiling, and a view of lush greenery outside.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

Explore the area

View in a map
36 Main Road, State Highway 6, Franz Josef Glacier, 7886
  • Place, Westcoast Wildlife Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Glacier Hot Pools
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Waiho Hot Tubs
    ‪5 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Twin KS

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Superior Twin KS

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Twin QQ

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a small table with a magazine.

Superior Twin QQ

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Suite

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a clock, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Superior Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

Superior Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Queen and Single Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Queen and Single Room

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Superior Queen and Single Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There are two wall-mounted lamps and a window with curtains.

Superior Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a small table, and a painting on the wall.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

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

Superior Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Franz Josef Glacier

In Franz Josef Glacier .Within a 5-minute walk of this Franz Josef Glacier hotel, you'll find Westcoast Wildlife Centre and Waiho Hot Tubs. Glacier Hot Pools and Our Lady of the Alps are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Our Lady of the Alps - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • St James Anglican Church - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

Enjoy 2 restaurants at this 4-star Franz Josef Glacier hotel
There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Franz Josef Glacier hotel.

  • 130 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier offers 130 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Similar properties

Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Rainforest Deluxe
Franz Josef Glacier
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
4.8 out of 5, Exceptional, 141 reviews
Rainforest Deluxe

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 35 for adults and NZD 17.50 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property 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 buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 35.00 for adults and NZD 17.50 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property class

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Franz Josef Glacier Hotel
Franz Josef Glacier Scenic Hotel
Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
Hotel Scenic Franz Josef Glacier
Scenic Franz Josef Glacier
Scenic Franz Josef Glacier Hotel
Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
Scenic Franz Josef Glacier
Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier Hotel
Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier Franz Josef Glacier
Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

Frequently asked questions

How close is Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier to the airport?

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier is 84.2 mi (95-min drive) away from the Hokitika (HKK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier?

As of Jul 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier on Aug 2, 2026 start from CA $114, excluding 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.

Does Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier.

Does Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 35.00 for adults and NZD 17.50 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier have a pool?

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier does not have a pool.

Does Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

Does Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier to downtown Franz Josef Glacier?

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier is 0.1 mi away from Franz Josef Glacier.

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 290 out of 681 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 236 out of 681 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 681 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 681 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 681 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hakimuddin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was really good and the staff were very friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel/motel with good breakfast buffet. Very helpful gentleman at Front Desk gave us good restaurant recommendations for Te Anau.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Komalkirti

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and great restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room 611 , so had a great view facing towards Glacier Alps , any room around this number where have same view so would suggest asking for any of these rooms , close to restraurants , offstreet parking , great value , didnt do breakfast but am sure it was great also.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cosy accomodation and great location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was delicious, New Zealand needs to learn how to make a proper drink.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large room with lovely bed linen - super comfy. Great view of the snow capped mountains from our balcony windows. Lovely glass dining room/restaurant offering spectacular views. Staff all very welcoming and positive.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruby

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable. Staff is very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was surprisingly large and updated. LOVED the location and the beds were comfy. Had a great breakfast as well (and early for the early AM flights).
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly staff - helped me check in seamlessly and arranged for me to get dinner before the on-site restaurant closed. Great spot in Franz Josef. Room was nice. Only stayed 1 night as part of a 2 day tour.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JAIME

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great and the were really nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and perfect hotel. Good selection for breakfast, comfortable beds, great staff and plenty of parking 5*
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

ABILASH

Room old fashioned Location good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Yutaka

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes, it was very good!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Luana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location, excellent walks close to the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BELLUR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice comfortable hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Nice walks nearby. Excellent breakfast. Short drive to Glacier which was a lovely walk. Not much of a town more a strip of hotels and tourists spots but decent bars and restaurants. We loved Monsoon. Wouldn’t want to stay more than one night.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful property with excellent dining room and bar
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely views of the mountains. Short walk to the helicopter operators. Good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a good stay, no issues. Rooms are average due to age.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking - very good Check-in - excellent and helpful Room readiness and cleanliness - very good Bathroom + toiletries - good Bed - poor with a hump in the middle Pillows - good Guest laundry - yes In house restaurant - very good. Nice menu. Locality - very close to town centre, restaurants, cafe’s, gas station Summary - nice place to stay. Sadly the double bed had a hump in the middle which was a bit uncomfortable. Overall - recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Prentice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Steffen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice and spacious room
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025