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Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier

4.0 star property
Motel with free parking, steps from Westcoast Wildlife Centre

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Studio, 1 King Bed, Mountain View | Mountain view
Exterior
Studio, 1 King Bed, Mountain View
Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$245
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec

Explore the area

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34 Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier, 7856
  • Place, Westcoast Wildlife Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Waiho Hot Tubs
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Glacier Hot Pools
    ‪3 min walk‬

Room options

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Compact Queen

  • Sleeps 2

Twin Studio

  • Sleeps 3

One Bedroom Family Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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Interior

King Studio With Mountain View

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Queen Studio

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Triple Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Family Room, 1 Bedroom

Family Room, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Jetted bath
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Studio, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

Studio, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Basic Studio, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Franz Josef Glacier

Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier places you steps from Westcoast Wildlife Centre and within a short 5-minute stroll of Waiho Hot Tubs. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi and free high-speed Internet. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a picnic area and tour/ticket assistance. Each morning continental breakfast is available. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Franz Josef Glacier motel include Our Lady of the Alps and St James Anglican Church.
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What's nearby

  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 3 min walk - 0.3 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) - 117 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Full Of Beans Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Landing Bar & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Monsoon Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Alice May - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪SnakeBite Brewery - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier

Motel with free parking, steps from Westcoast Wildlife Centre
Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier offers its guests barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier also features a picnic area, laundry facilities, and a front desk safe. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Franz Josef Glacier motel is smoke free.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier offers 18 accommodations with DVD players and a safe. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers.

This Franz Josef Glacier motel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available for a fee: NZD 15 per person

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 50

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.00 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 25.0 per night.

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 continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 15 per person
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 25.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.00 per cent

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 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, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: Alipay, Apple Pay and WeChat Pay
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit 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, Union Pay, Eurocard, debit cards, cash, mobile payments, Alipay, Apple Pay and WeChat Pay. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier?

Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier?

As of 18 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier on 12 Dec 2025 start from AU$244.63, including 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.

Is parking available at Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier?

Yep, Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier?

No, there is no spa at this property. Waiho Hot Tubs is a short 4-minute walk away.

Is Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier is a hit with families.

Does Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier serve breakfast?

Sure does, continental brekkie is offered daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier?

No, Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier?

No, pets are not allowed.