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Forest View Franz Josef

3.5 star property

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Exterior
Family House, 3 Bedrooms, Accessible, Garden View | Private kitchenette
Family House, 3 Bedrooms, Accessible, Garden View | Private kitchen
Family House, 3 Bedrooms, Accessible, Garden View | Living area
Family House, 3 Bedrooms, Accessible, Garden View

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire apartment

Sleeps 876 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Outdoor space
The current price is AU$411
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr

Explore the area

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6 Paganini Road, Franz Josef Glacier, 7886
  • Place, Glacier Hot Pools
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Waiho Hot Tubs
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Westcoast Wildlife Centre
    ‪10 min walk‬

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About the area

Franz Josef Glacier

At this apartment you'll be within steps of Waiho Hot Tubs and Glacier Hot Pools. .You can enjoy a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and apartment features free WiFi, a dining area and a sitting area. In-room dining is easy with a kitchenette that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A coffee/tea maker, a hairdryer and free toiletries are also available. .This apartment building has free WiFi in public areas, a garden and a picnic area. Added amenities include laundry facilities, express check-in and tour/ticket assistance. There's also the convenience of free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Glacier Hot Pools - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Our Lady of the Alps - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • St James Anglican Church - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 118 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Full Of Beans Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Landing Bar & Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Monsoon Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Blue Ice Restaurant & Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪SnakeBite Brewery - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Forest View Franz Josef

As a guest of Forest View Franz Josef, you'll find a vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. Forest View Franz Josef also features a garden, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Franz Josef Glacier apartment.

  • 2 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-in
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
This apartment offers 2 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Accommodation at this 3.5-star apartment has kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 76-cm flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • 76-cm flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/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
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Guidebooks
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Vending machine

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 2 units
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Payment types

Important information

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is professionally cleaned
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, debit cards and cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Forest View Franz Josef?

Forest View Franz Josef offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Forest View Franz Josef?

As of 23 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Forest View Franz Josef on 1 Apr 2026 start from AU$411, 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 Forest View Franz Josef?

Yep, Forest View Franz Josef has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Forest View Franz Josef?

No, there is no spa at this property. Glacier Hot Pools is a short 6-minute walk away.

Does Forest View Franz Josef have a pool?

No, this apartment doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Forest View Franz Josef?

No, Forest View Franz Josef does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Forest View Franz Josef?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Forest View Franz Josef?

No, pets are not allowed.

Forest View Franz Josef Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Cris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great location and nice property. Cheers
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful spot. I wish we stayed for longer!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Friends road trip

We had friends visiting from Aussie so were doing a south island road trip. A great stay at this property at Franz Josef. Cute cabin style, warm and quiet. Could sleep 9 so is a good option for families and groups. Waiho hot tubs just around the corner, these were a highlight. Great communication with property owner.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Jenny

Travelled with family
Liked: Room comfort

Not suitable for nine guests

Within easy walking distance of town. Beds were comfortable and heaters in the house worked well but the bathroom was not heated and was very cold. Living area/kitchen cramped and settees very uncomfortable. House would be better with bathroom divided into two shower rooms/toilets and only two bedrooms with third bedroom made into additional living space.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Manuela

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
The bedrooms had good beds, nicely made up - but there were no storage spaces/cupboards. The lounge/dining/kitchen area felt cramped & uncomfortable. The hot water in the kitchen did not work, but we were expected to do our own dishes, otherwise we would have been charged $25 extra. Parking & getting out of the property was difficult due the large bolders framing the drive rather tightly. We would not stay there again. Also: Considering the above, the place is definitely not worth its nightly price.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Really great place to stay, private and easy access to the shops and restaurants. Property always gave great suggestions of things to do and see.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Fantastic stay

Very clean! All the 3 rooms got a double bed and a single bed! The bathroom is extremely big but we have to share among 6 people!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Fabulous accommodation. Short stroll to town. Private & well equipped.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfy and spacious bedrooms with a TV in each. The only criticism is the windy driveway with big rocks making for some close calls trying to back out.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

C

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location large and comfortable. It is a smokers used accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We didn't stay there the roads were closed both ways due to flooding. Both the motel and Expedia need to review their policies as we still got charged even though there were 870 tourists stuck in Franz Josef, ( would of filled the room quite quickly) We had been in contact with the motel.So not happy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had booked for a night in forest view. The place was very nice, clean, and comfortable. Would definitely come back to this place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

HUNG CHIH

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019