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Punga Grove

3.0 star property
Aparthotel in Franz Josef Glacier with free parking

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Terrace/patio
Reception
Laundry room
Exterior
One Bedroom Loft Apartment | Private kitchenette

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Barbecue grill
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$128
includes taxes & fees
2 July - 3 July

Explore the area

Map
Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier, 7886
  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Glacier Hot Pools
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Waiho Hot Tubs
    ‪3 min walk‬

Room options

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Executive Studio Suite

Executive Studio Suite

Highlights

Patio
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
  • 40 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Large Single Sofa Bed and 1 Single Bed

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One Bedroom Loft Apartment

One Bedroom Loft Apartment

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Large Single Sofa Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Two Bedroom Loft Apartment

Two Bedroom Loft Apartment

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Private kitchen

Two-Bedroom Loft Apartment

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Single Sofa Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Private kitchen

Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Single Sofa Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Private kitchen

One Bedroom Loft

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Single Sofa Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Franz Josef Glacier

Punga Grove places you steps from Westcoast Wildlife Centre and within a short 5-minute stroll of Waiho Hot Tubs. Highlights at this aparthotel include free in-room WiFi. .You can enjoy a flat-screen TV with cable channels, and each apartment features a DVD player, a portable fan and a safe. A microwave and a stovetop make in-room dining convenient. An iron/ironing board, free toiletries and a phone are also available. .This aparthotel offers free WiFi in public areas, barbecues and a picnic area. Added amenities include laundry facilities and a front desk safe. Continental breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In proximity to this 3-property class Franz Josef Glacier aparthotel you'll find Mount Cook National Park.
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What's nearby

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

  • ‪Snakebite - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Monsoon Restaurant at Rainforest - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Full of Beans - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Landing Restaurant & Bar - Franz Josef - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Alice May - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Punga Grove

Aparthotel in Franz Josef Glacier with free parking
As a guest of Punga Grove, you'll find barbecue grills, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Franz Josef Glacier aparthotel.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Punga Grove offers 20 accommodations with DVD players and a safe. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. This Franz Josef Glacier aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and portable fans. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

Languages

English

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includes taxes & fees
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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

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 15 for adults and NZD 15 for children

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 20 units

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

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 for adults and from NZD 15 for children

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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Punga Grove?

Punga Grove offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Punga Grove?

As of 10 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Punga Grove on 2 July 2025 start from AU$128.28, 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 Punga Grove?

Yep, Punga Grove has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Punga Grove?

No, there is no spa at this property. Waiho Hot Tubs is a short 3-minute walk away.

Does Punga Grove serve breakfast?

Yeah, continental breakfast is offered daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Punga Grove?

No, Punga Grove does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Punga Grove?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Punga Grove?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Punga Grove Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 155 out of 231 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 65 out of 231 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 231 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 231 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 231 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Highly recommended hotel.

An amazing hotel room, very spacious and with a rain forest outside the patio doors. The staff were excellent. My only criticism is driving to our cabin as the road is narrow, but if you take care it’s not a problem.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, gave us good recommendations for dining and an umbrella for the short walk. Room was great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Nice little motel with great staff!

We had a great stay at Punga Grove! It was a perfect place to lay our heads after a long travel day. It was such a nice feeling to get out of the car with our tired, grumpy, restless kids, and be greeted with such warmth and kindness from the person at the front desk. We all perked up immediately. The loft suite was perfect for our family of five. The room was very tidy, and the beds were comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David, St. Albert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the room and the surroundings. It felt like sleeping in the rainforest. Easy to walk to everything and lovely people working at reception who were very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent, cosy apartment
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Nicola

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and accommodation was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Our room was a self contained unit. It was great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Soonwoo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious, kitchen
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Excellent stay

Great location in walking distance from everything but surrounded by thick rainforest which gives it a very private feel. Spacious rooms and comfortable furnishings.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Livingston

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room, I think it was an executive suite, was very comfortable and quiet. We loved that it looked into some forest so it felt very private. We ate meals on the deck. The kitchenette had all the basic tools we needed. The fireplace was extra cozy and warmed the room quickly. The jetted tub was so relaxing after a day of hiking! Overall, we loved it and would recommend and stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

sarah

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay here!!! Amazing service too
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Nice spot. Room very comfortable and staff went out of their way to make sure we had everything we needed. There were lots of nice walks closeby.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to shops and attractions. Easy parking. Lovely glass indoor patio gave a feel of being close to nature. Upstairs blinds were not very good at blocking out light for sleeping in Summer. Be aware if travelling with young children their bedroom is downstairs and master is a loft upstairs. Toilet access downstairs. Lovely area to stay in.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Room comfort

Good value

Great hotel with good price.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ted

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Only issue was our neighbors were chain smokers! You should have seen the bottle of butts. We couldn’t open our patio door very often. We ask the then to please smoke somewhere else. They were rude! Not from NX
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely motel in a great location, with wonderful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The only negative was the heat was still ON when it was already hot and stuffy outside. No AC so we didn’t have the greatest sleep. Otherwise a very nice place to stay for the night. Right next to a TON of activities.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tranquil environment, spacious & extremely comfortable apartment. Everything you need is supplied and staff were friendly, helpful & informative
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love our room at the Punga Grove! It looked back onto a forest. It felt very chalet like!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chun Hao

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Cameron

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great spot for an overnight.

Great spot. Staff was cheerful and friendly. No bath mat that I could find. Super restaurant practically next door -Monsoon.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

kylie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a lovely place to stay. Really appreciated the fireplace being on when we arrived. The room was well laid out and very clean. Only complaint was the scaffolding around the place (was not noisy though).
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very welcoming & friendly. Heating was on in the room on a cold afternoon for our arrival.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dafydd

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024