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Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

2.5 star property

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Studio, Mountain View

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$74
includes taxes & fees
18 June - 19 June

Explore the area

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9 Cron St, Franz Josef Glacier, West Coast, 7856
  • Place, Westcoast Wildlife Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Glacier Hot Pools
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Waiho Hot Tubs
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

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Queen Bed w/ shared bathroom

Queen Bed w/ shared bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Bed (Shared Bathroom)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Queen Bed Ensuite

Queen Bed Ensuite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Bed Ensuite (private Bathroom)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Franz Josef Glacier

Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef puts you in the heart of Franz Josef Glacier, within steps of Te Wahipounamu and Our Lady of the Alps. Highlights at this lodge include free in-room WiFi. .Enjoy access to free bike hire and hiking/biking trails. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a garden and gas grills. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In proximity to this Franz Josef Glacier lodge you'll find Mount Cook National Park.
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What's nearby

  • Our Lady of the Alps - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St James Anglican Church - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 116 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Full Of Beans Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Blue Ice Restaurant & Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Landing Bar & Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪SnakeBite Brewery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Monsoon Bar - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

As a guest of Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Franz Josef Glacier lodge.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef offers 20 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Shopping centre

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance 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), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

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
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 Mastercard, debit cards and cash.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Wild Kea Franz Josef
Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef Lodge
Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef Franz Josef Glacier
Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef Lodge Franz Josef Glacier

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef?

Wild Kea Lodge 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 Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef?

As of 10 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef on 18 June 2026 start from AU$74, 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 Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef?

Yep, Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef?

No, there is no spa at this property. Waiho Hot Tubs is a short 7-minute walk away.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef?

No, Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef?

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

Are pets allowed at Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef?

No, pets are not allowed.

Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 170 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 170 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 170 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 170 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 170 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, great location, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and comfortable and it was conveniently located right in town.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Preeti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, friendly staff, nice value and facilities in a tiny town
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, great facilities and very good customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good fir a short stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay. Comfortable bed & clean room. Had a spa pool you can reserve spots
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, great amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Basic motel allclean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff, clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff super helpful and carried one of our bags to our room (didn’t ask for that).
2 twin bed room
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Morag

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great - good facilities -thanks
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Riom was clean, and staff were very welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Vivien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We had a 2 bedroom suite on the third floor which was comfortable. The staff were very friendly and helped carry the luggage up. Enjoyed the hot tub.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Line

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is small but there is a great shared kitchen and dining space.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ramnik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room But very compact Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yuval

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

Beautiful place, friendly staff, great stay

Beautiful place, friendly staff, great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room use clean, relaxing, peaceful and felt like home.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and great restaurants partnered with hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were helpful. The room was on the small size but was clean and tidy. Well equipped share kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kameron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great! Room was clean and location was excellent - walking distance to everything! The room and bathroom were very small. The sink was tiny as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Julie special place! Easy access, friendly environment and lots of places to sit and read!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

natalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Nice staff. Common area very useful if you want to bring your own food. Free popcorn and soup.Close to all restaurants and shops. Only thing we didn't like as much is the bathroom sink is too small.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful welcoming common areas, clean and well equipped and space for food to be stored etc. Nearby spa and facilities and when moving often the staff were really great and did laundry for us although arrived late and stayed only one night. Really friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brayden

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice spot in a beautiful little town. Very cool place
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, comfortable bed, great internet and large TV. Right in town so close to eateries, bars and helicopter flights. Friendly staff. Compensated for broken coffee machine by giving two coffee vouchers and a $20 voucher for a food place in town.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026