Franz Alpine Retreat

Mountain motel within easy reach of Glacier Hot Pools

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Dates

October 2025

23

November 2025

Unit, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Mountain View | View from room

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

21-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

Nestled near Westcoast Wildlife Centre, Franz Alpine Retreat offers a serene getaway with a charming garden and sun-kissed terrace. Connect to in-room WiFi, explore nearby Glacier Hot Pools or take to the skies with helicopter/airplane tours.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Free parking
Free WiFi

Main amenities (8)

Housekeeping (on request)
Breakfast available
Room service
Terrace
Garden
Front-desk safe
Limited hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

Microwave
Television
Garden
Terrace
Coffee/tea maker
Laundry service

$95 nightly

Oct 24 - Oct 25

Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 23 - Oct 24

Tomorrow

Oct 24 - Oct 25

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 9 of 9 rooms

Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Courtyard Area

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate dining area

Heating

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

743 sq ft
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Chalet, 1 Bedroom

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate dining area

Heating

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

742 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Cottage, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen, Courtyard Area

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Heating

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Hair dryer

430 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

2 Bedroom Cottage

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate dining area

Heating

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

861 sq ft
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 5
1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Chalet 2 Bedrooms Disabled Access

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Heating

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Hair dryer

743 sq ft
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Unit, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Mountain View

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Heating

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Portable fan

Separate bedroom

Hair dryer

Hydromassage showerhead

377 sq ft
Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Unit, 1 Queen bed

Wonderful

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Heating

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Portable fan

Separate bedroom

Hair dryer

Hydromassage showerhead

377 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Chalet, 2 Bedrooms

Excellent

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate dining area

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Separate bedroom

743 sq ft
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

Excellent

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate dining area

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Separate bedroom

743 sq ft
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 5
1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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$42 nightly

Oct 24 - Oct 25

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

2 Donovan Drive, Sh 6, Franz Josef Glacier, 7886

What's nearby

Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 4 min drive - 4.8 km
Glacier Hot Pools - 4 min drive - 4.8 km
Waiho Hot Tubs - 4 min drive - 4.8 km
Our Lady of the Alps - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
St James Anglican Church - 5 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

Hokitika (HKK) - 112 min drive

Restaurants

‪Full Of Beans Cafe - ‬4 min drive
‪Landing Bar & Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
‪Monsoon Bar - ‬4 min drive
‪SnakeBite Brewery - ‬4 min drive
‪Alice May - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Franz Alpine Retreat

Enjoy your visit to Franz Josef Glacier with a stay at Franz Alpine Retreat. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and cross-country skiing. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 17 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
- Contactless check-in available
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 10 AM
- Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

- The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
- The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
- To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
- You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
- If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

- Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

- Pets not allowed
- Service animals welcome

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Free onsite self parking
- Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

- Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
Room service

What to do

Helicopter/airplane tours
Ecotours nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Cross-country skiing nearby
Skydiving nearby
Snowshoeing nearby
Fishing nearby

Services

Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry service

Facilities

Built in 2008
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Be entertained

21-inch flat-screen TV
Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

Heating
Portable fan
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

Balcony or patio

Freshen up

Hydromassage showerhead
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels

Stay connected

Free WiFi

Food and drink

Refrigerator
Microwave
Toaster

More

Housekeeping (on request)

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

Deposit: NZD 50 per day
Breakage deposit: NZD 50 per day

Optional extras

Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 15 for adults and NZD 15 for children
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2.5 percent

Children & extra beds

Rollaway beds are available for NZD 45.0 per night

Policies

Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.

This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Union Pay

Also known as

Franz Alpine Retreat Cabin

Franz Alpine Retreat Cabin Franz Josef Glacier

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Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Franz Alpine Retreat?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Franz Alpine Retreat?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Franz Alpine Retreat?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Franz Alpine Retreat and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, and return when the snow melts for fishing and hiking. Additional recreation onsite includes helicopter/airplane tours. Franz Alpine Retreat also has a garden.