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The Terrace

4.0 star property
Motel in Franz Josef Glacier with free parking

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$435
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar

Explore the area

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Cowan Street, Franz Josef Glacier, 7856
  • Place, Westcoast Wildlife Centre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Glacier Hot Pools
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Waiho Hot Tubs
    ‪7 min walk‬

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 4

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Executive Spa Bath Apartment

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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King Studio, Kitchen

King Studio, Kitchen

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Super King Studio with Kitchen

Super King Studio with Kitchen

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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King Studio

King Studio

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, Kitchen, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Studio with Kitchen

  • Sleeps 2

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Super King Studio with Kitchen

  • Sleeps 4

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Mountain View Studio with Kitchen

  • Sleeps 3

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bedroom Spa Bath Apartment Mountain View

  • Sleeps 3

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Studio

  • Sleeps 2

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Two Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 5

About the area

Franz Josef Glacier

The Terrace places you in the centre of Franz Josef Glacier, steps from Westcoast Wildlife Centre and within a short 5-minute stroll of Te Wahipounamu. Highlights at this motel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Added amenities include laundry facilities, express check-out and tour/ticket assistance. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In proximity to this 4-property class Franz Josef Glacier motel you'll find Mount Cook National Park.
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What's nearby

  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Our Lady of the Alps - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 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 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Blue Ice Restaurant & Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪SnakeBite Brewery - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Terrace

Motel in Franz Josef Glacier with free parking
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at The Terrace. Self parking is free.

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

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
The Terrace offers 11 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. 32-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels.

This Franz Josef Glacier motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
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
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:30 AM - 8 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 25.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 25.0 per stay.

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.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 25.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 25.0 per night

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 major credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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 major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Terrace Franz Josef Glacier
Terrace Motel Franz Josef Glacier
Terrace Motel
The Terrace Motel
The Terrace Franz Josef Glacier
The Terrace Motel Franz Josef Glacier

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Terrace?

The Terrace offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Terrace?

As of 14 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Terrace on 3 Mar 2026 start from AU$435.46, 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 The Terrace?

Yep, The Terrace has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at The Terrace?

No, there is no spa at this property. Waiho Hot Tubs is a short 5-minute walk away.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Terrace?

No, The Terrace does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Terrace?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Terrace's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Terrace?

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

Are pets allowed at The Terrace?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Terrace Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 379 out of 647 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 226 out of 647 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 647 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 647 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 647 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The couch wasn’t comfortable, the rest of the facilities were okay for the most part. Probably wouldn’t stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aimee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this motel. Parking was right outside the door, so couldn’t have been easier. The location is perfect as you can walk to anything you need in Franz Josef in minutes. Staff were both cheerful and helpful. The bed was comfortable and the room was spacious. The kitchen was well appointed. I needed a little assistance in the laundry room, but it wasn’t a problem as the staff were on hand and helped me out.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yoke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room well presented and clean. Helpful staff and ease of check in
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable room. Staff very helpful and great location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connor

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super friendly and helpful. Room was clean and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good room- size, clean, quiet and comfortable. Helpful reception.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Excellent accommodation!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Viviana

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, comfortable bed, beautiful area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie, Kalona

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was good bed was comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice country accommodations

Lovely country accommodation. We had the executive one bedroom apartment for the two of us and it was very spacious and comfortable with plenty of bed space! Clean, comfortable and warm. Alan was very accommodating and helpful. Easy walk to everything. Please visit this town and help out the locals. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Serena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Frances

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, very comfy bed and fabulous were great. Situated within walking distance on town and restaurants. An easy distance to franz joseph walk/ viewing platform and directly behind hotel are some walks and tunnels. Would highly recommend for anyone a very comfortable stay. Also highly recommend the restaurant next door, Alice May, great food
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

DAVID

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Drag bringing luggage to rooms up stairs. I knew it would be a bit loud which it was but the luggage thing was bad.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheana

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great accomodation with amazing staff, received travel trips prior to arriving.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Soon Bee

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

RUPIN

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
easy check in , right in center of this beautiful town, we could see glacier from our motel. will recommend this place .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Franz Joseph Gem

A lovely place to stay, quiet location with clean rooms, friendly helpful staff. We will be back again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just pleasant all around.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Right next to a great trail hiking system and many convenient restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and warm - loved the gas fireplace!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable room with nice bathroom

This place had a nice feeling, modern and with good quality linen. Parking by your patio door. Small kitchenette that had all you need, although no sink. You have to use the bathroom sink. No real issue. Quite expensive for what it was but supply and demand in this busy and remote region dictate that. Alice May restaurant next door served up very decent food at a good price.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025