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Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

Property class: 2.5

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A modern kitchen with a built-in grill, a neon sign, and a view of the spa pool.
A modern bathroom with a double sink, a towel rack, a hairdryer, and a neon sign.
A room with a large window offering a view of a mountainous landscape and a red building.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a dining area.
A covered outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a fire feature.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$77
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct

Explore the area

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9 Cron St, Franz Josef Glacier, West Coast, 7856
  • Place, Our Lady of the Alps
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, St James Anglican Church
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Glacier Hot Pools
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Queen Bed w/ shared bathroom

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a round mirror, and a wall-mounted artwork.

Queen Bed w/ shared bathroom

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

View all photos for Twin Bed (Shared Bathroom)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a lamp, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Twin Bed (Shared Bathroom)

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

View all photos for Queen Bed Ensuite

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a wall-mounted painting, and a window with curtains.

Queen Bed Ensuite

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

View all photos for Twin Bed Ensuite (private Bathroom)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a lamp, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Twin Bed Ensuite (private Bathroom)

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

View all photos for Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

A neatly made bed with a quilted headboard, two bedside lamps, a large mirror, and a painting on the wall.

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, Shared Bathroom, Mountain View

A hotel room with a large bed, a painting of a leopard, a wall-mounted lamp, and a framed artwork.

Classic Room, Shared Bathroom, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Basic Room, Shared Bathroom

A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a blanket, a wall-mounted painting, bedside lamps, and a nightstand.

Basic Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Comfort Room, Shared Bathroom, Mountain View

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, desk, and window.

Comfort Room, Shared Bathroom, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Shared Bathroom, Mountain View

A hotel room with a bed, a bunk bed, a desk with a microwave, and a painting on the wall.

Family Room, Shared Bathroom, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

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
  • ‪SnakeBite Brewery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Alice May - ‬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)). Guests have access to shared bathrooms. 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

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom

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

  • Mastercard

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.

Property class

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 24 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef on 26 Oct 2026 start from AU$77, 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

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 176 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 176 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 176 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 176 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 176 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, great location, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, friendly staff, nice value and facilities in a tiny town
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was clean and comfortable and it was conveniently located right in town.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean rooms, great facilities and very good customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

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Good fir a short stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, great amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice place to stay. Comfortable bed & clean room. Had a spa pool you can reserve spots
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Basic motel allclean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay and great restaurants partnered with hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff were great - good facilities -thanks
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was spot on.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We stayed in Room 301 & it was perfect for our family of four adults. They had everything we needed to be comfortable. Rooms were clean, staff very accommodating & friendly & the location was close to everything you needed. I highly recommend this property & I'm picky!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff, clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great stay except the upstairs floors creak depending on how active guests are late at night and early morning
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Just awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room But very compact Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Really nice spot in a beautiful little town. Very cool place
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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We only spent an evening here but really enjoyed it and would come back without hesitation. Room with private bath was very well appointed and staff super helpful. Check in times are confusing and thank goodness for Expedia staff who helped. Communication with the hotel (ie email or by phone) could be improved but a great spot to stay at on a budget.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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The room is small but there is a great shared kitchen and dining space.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing staff and hospitality, and incredible bed and pillows! A tad noisy but very central and would def stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

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Riom was clean, and staff were very welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Julie special place! Easy access, friendly environment and lots of places to sit and read!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026