Glenfern Villas Franz Josef, Franz Josef ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

State Highway 6, Franz Josef, New Zealand, 7856

Glenfern Villas is located at the foothills of the Southern Alps, providing a private and tranquil setting just 2 miles north of Franz Josef village. The hotel is known for its spacious accommodations and various recreational activities, including eco-tours and unique adventure experiences. Guests can enjoy the natural beauty of the West Coast along with modern comforts in well-appointed villas. Established to enhance the environment, Glenfern Villas aims to promote native wildlife and minimize waste.

Location

Glenfern Villas is strategically positioned on State Highway 6, approximately 2 miles north of Franz Josef village, offering easy access to various nearby attractions. Visitors can explore the scenic beauty of the West Coast with local activities like kayaking and hiking. The hotel is 84 miles from Hokitika and is well-connected to local transportation options for convenient travel around the region.

Rooms

Glenfern Villas offers spacious one and two-bedroom villas, accommodating discerning travelers with elegance and comfort. Each one-bedroom villa features bedding options such as king-size, queen-size, or twin beds in a separate bedroom. The two-bedroom villas provide a queen bed downstairs, with an option for a king-size or two-three single beds upstairs. All villas include full kitchens, separate dining areas, lounge spaces with modern amenities, and personal outdoor seating areas.

Eat & Drink

Guests at Glenfern Villas can opt for a continental breakfast, which includes fresh eggs, available for purchase on-site. Several local restaurants provide a complimentary pick-up and drop-off service, allowing guests to enjoy meals in town without needing to drive. Self-catering options are readily available with fully equipped kitchens in each villa for those who prefer to prepare their own meals.

Leisure & Business

The property features a range of leisure facilities, including wood-fired hot tubs located in a serene rainforest setting. Guests can explore diverse local activities, such as guided walks, guided glacier tours, and unique greenstone carving experiences. The Glenfern Villas team also provides assistance with bike rentals or arranging local tours for guests' convenience.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Two-Bedroom Villa

Max:

4 persons

62 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Garden view

Shower

Heating

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Two-Bedroom Villa

Max:

5 persons

62 m²

Bed options:

3 Single beds

Garden view

Shower

Heating

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One-Bedroom Villa

Max:

2 persons

40 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Garden view

Shower

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center

Franz Josef 1.5 mi

Airports

Hokitika (HKK) 82.5 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Living!

“The villa's living room was impressively spacious, making it perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring.” view full review

Luxurious Cleanliness

“The bathroom was spotless and spacious, equipped with high-quality amenities that made the experience good.” view full review

Well-Equipped Kitchen

“The kitchenette was perfectly appointed, allowing us to prepare meals easily during our stay.” view full review

Fantastic Entertainment!

“We loved having access to a selection of board games and DVDs, which turned a rainy day into a cozy movie night.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Free parking
Safe deposit box
Concierge desk
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Hiking
Horseback riding
Cycling
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

In-room breakfast
Outdoor dining area

Children

Cribs
Board games
Children's play area

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Garden area
BBQ facilities

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Bedroom

Electric blankets

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

State Highway 6, Franz Josef, New Zealand, 7856

Map view

State Highway 6, Franz Josef, New Zealand, 7856

City landmarks

Zoo

West Coast Wildlife Centre

1.6 mi

63 Cron St

Glacier Hot Pools

1.5 mi

Nature reserve

Tatare Tunnels Walk

1.6 mi

64 Cron Street

Glacier Country Kayaks

1.4 mi

Church

St James Church

1.9 mi

Church

Our Lady Of The Alps Catholic Church

1.5 mi

Farm

Hukawai Lodge

1.6 mi

21 Cowan St

Callery Gorge Walk

1.6 mi

Main Rd

Mountain Helicopters

1.6 mi

Main Rd

Skydive Franz

1.7 mi

Our Lady of the Alps

1.8 mi

St James Anglican Church

1.9 mi

West Coast 7886

Terrace Walk

1.9 mi

Franz Josef Glacier 7886

Canavans Knob

2.0 mi

Valley and sea viewpoint

2.0 mi

Callery Gorge Bridge

2.4 mi

Fox Glacier Hwy

Canavan's Knob Walk

2.5 mi

Jetty Bay

Lake Mapourika

2.7 mi

Lake Wombat

2.9 mi

Franz Josef Highway

Church of Our Lady of the Alps

3.1 mi

Waiho Flats Rd

South Westland Horse Treks

3.0 mi

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

82%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Mountain views

Top-notch service

Limited dining

Possibly high price

8.2/10

Great

Rooms

8.9

Location

8.4

Service

8.6

Dining

7.6

Leslie

United Kingdom, May 2024

8.8/10

The hotel is nestled in a lovely remote area with many natural attractions, offering stunning views of the mountains. The rooms are spacious, featuring a king size bed and a separate bedroom, providing a cozy and luxurious stay.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are beautifully appointed with good amenities and lovely views of the mountains.

Service

9.0

The service, including housekeeping and laundry, was top-notch, ensuring a comfortable and convenient stay.

Location

9.0

The hotel is situated in a lovely remote area with many natural attractions, away from the crowded town center, offering a tranquil retreat with access to magnificent glacier views.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience, highlighted by mouth-watering Hungarian beef stew, was a delightful culinary journey.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel offers great facilities to enhance the overall guest experience, making it a relaxing and enjoyable stay.

Mountain views

Limited dining

Alan

United Kingdom, May 2024

8.4/10

The hotel is nestled in a peaceful area surrounded by nature and close to the convenience store in town. The rooms offer stunning views and are equipped with a great shower and a separate bedroom, ensuring a comfortable stay. However, the dining experience with hand-pulled noodles could be more diverse. The price is reasonable for the overall value provided.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms with stunning views, a king-size bed, and a great shower were exceptionally comfortable.

Service

9.0

The service, including housekeeping and tours/ticket assistance, was top-notch and very attentive to guest needs.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location in a peaceful area by nature and close to the convenience store in town was ideal for a tranquil stay, though a bit far from the center of Franz Josef.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience with hand-pulled noodles was a unique touch, though more variety in the options would enhance the overall experience.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel facilities were modern and well-maintained, offering a pleasant and convenient stay for guests.

Dave

United Kingdom, December 2023

9.0/10

The hotel offers rooms with great showers and views of Franz Josef outside, including a separate bedroom with stunning views. The service is superb with excellent housekeeping, laundry service, and tours/ticket assistance. The location is perfect within walking distance of restaurants and the center of Franz Josef. Dining includes daily fresh fish. The facilities provide a great experience.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are spacious and modern, offering amazing showers with fantastic views of Franz Josef.

Service

9.0

The staff provides exceptional service with attention to detail in housekeeping, laundry, and tours/ticket assistance.

Location

10.0

The hotel is conveniently located in the center of town, close to the main restaurants of the city and within walking distance of amenities.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience includes delicious daily fresh fish options, ensuring a delightful culinary journey.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel offers top-notch facilities that enhance the overall guest experience, ensuring comfort and convenience.

Stewart

United Kingdom, September 2023

7.6/10

The hotel offered breathtaking views of Franz Joseph outside, with raked timber lined ceilings adding to the charm of the rooms. The location was a bit outside of Franz Josef town, requiring transport to reach the center, but there was plenty to do in the area. The dining experience included glazed cakes, delighting the taste buds. The facilities were adequate, and overall, it was a memorable stay with stunning mountain views.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms provided a nice view of the mountains and were beautifully lined with timber on the ceilings.

Service

8.0

The housekeeping service was efficient, ensuring a comfortable stay.

Location

7.0

Although outside of Franz Josef town, the hotel's location offered enough to do in the surrounding area and was close to the main restaurants of the city.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience included delicious glazed cakes, adding a sweet touch to the stay.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were sufficient for a pleasant stay, though some enhancements could be beneficial.

Mountain Views

Remote Location

Jack

United States of America, July 2023

8.6/10

I was thrilled with the stunning views from the room along with the comfortable raked timber lined ceiling and sofa bed. However, being outside of Franz Josef town meant requiring transport, though being close to the magnificent glacier was a plus. The location gave easy access to the main restaurants of the city.

Rooms

9.0

The room had breathtaking views of Franz Joseph outside, a beautiful raked timber lined ceiling, and a convenient sofa bed.

Service

9.0

The service provided, including housekeeping, laundry, and tours/ticket assistance, was exceptional and very accommodating.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location, although requiring transport to go outside Franz Josef town, was perfect for easy access to the trampoline area and the magnificent glacier nearby. Plenty of main restaurants of the city were also reachable.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience, particularly the scrambled eggs, was a delightful culinary adventure worth savoring.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities provided were top-notch, ensuring a convenient and enjoyable stay for guests.

Robert

United Kingdom, July 2023

9.2/10

This hotel offers amazing mountain views and cozy rooms with raked timber lined ceilings, including a separate bedroom with a nice view of the mountains. The service is top-notch with excellent housekeeping, laundry, and tours/ticket assistance. The location is picturesque, right on the glacier, near restaurants, and with stunning views of waterfalls. The dining experience is superb, especially for red meat lovers. The facilities are outstanding, providing a memorable stay with great value for money.

Rooms

9.0

I was mesmerized by the lovely views of the mountains from my room. The cozy atmosphere, combined with the raked timber lined ceiling, made my stay truly comfortable.

Service

9.0

The service here is exceptional. From housekeeping to laundry service and help with tour arrangements, everything was top-notch.

Location

10.0

The location couldn't be more perfect, right on the glacier with easy access to restaurants and breathtaking views of waterfalls. It's truly a nature lover's paradise down the West Coast.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience exceeded my expectations, especially with a variety of delicious options for red meat enthusiasts.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel's facilities are impressive, providing everything from comfortable rooms to excellent dining options, making it a great value for the experience.

Andy

United Kingdom, May 2023

6.8/10

I stayed at this hotel during my trip and it was a mixed experience. The rooms offered a nice view of the mountains on the first level, which was a plus. However, being outside of Franz Josef town meant you needed transport to get around. On the bright side, the hotel is nestled in a lovely remote area with many natural attractions to explore.

Rooms

8.0

I loved the view of the mountains from my room on the first level and the shower was great.

Service

7.0

The staff was helpful with housekeeping, laundry, and tour assistance.

Location

7.0

The hotel's location down the West Coast required transport to reach places like the trampoline area, but it was set in a beautiful remote area with plenty of natural attractions nearby.

Dining

6.0

While the hotel didn't offer a full dining experience, having energy bars available was convenient.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel had basic facilities but was lacking some additional amenities.