At Franz Alpine Retreat you'll be 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Westcoast Wildlife Centre and 4.8 km (3 mi) from Glacier Hot Pools. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi and balconies. .This motel has free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Other amenities include tour/ticket assistance and a front desk safe. Continental breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Franz Josef Glacier motel include Sentinel Rock and Alex Knob.
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About this property
Franz Alpine Retreat
Upscale motel near Glacier Hot Pools
Franz Alpine Retreat offers its guests a terrace, tour or ticket assistance, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Franz Josef Glacier motel.
17 guestrooms or units
Built in 2008
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Front desk (limited hours)
Front desk safe
Tour and ticket information
Terrace
Garden
Smoking in designated areas
Franz Alpine Retreat offers 17 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower with a hydromassage showerhead, and complimentary toiletries.
Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 21-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. An iron/ironing board and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Daily continental breakfast available for a fee: NZD 15 for adults and NZD 15 for children
Things to do
Helicopter/aeroplane tours
Family friendly
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping on request
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Garden
In the mountains
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Grab bar near toilet
No lift
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
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Built in 2008
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Hydromassage showerhead
Shower
Towels
Entertainment
21-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Microwave
Refrigerator
Room service
Toaster
Outdoor space
Balcony/patio
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Heating
Iron/ironing board on request
Portable fan
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Staffed front desk, key retrieval
Pets
No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 45.0 per night.
Payment types
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
Deposit: NZD 50 per day
Breakage deposit: NZD 50 per day
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
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
Rollaway bed fee: NZD 45.0 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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit 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. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
We should mention
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.
National rating
This property does not have a Qualmark® 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
Is parking available at Franz Alpine Retreat?
Yep, Franz Alpine Retreat has a free self car park.
How much does it cost to stay at Franz Alpine Retreat?
As of 26 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Franz Alpine Retreat on 7 May 2024 start from AU$121.09, 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.
Are there any beaches close to Franz Alpine Retreat?
The closest beach to Franz Alpine Retreat is Gillespies Beach (31.1 km).
Does Franz Alpine Retreat serve breakfast?
Yep, continental breakfast is offered daily between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Franz Alpine Retreat?
No, Franz Alpine Retreat does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Franz Alpine Retreat?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
Are pets allowed at Franz Alpine Retreat?
No, only service animals are allowed.
Franz Alpine Retreat Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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This property is a fair way out of town but it is nice and quiet with great views across the countryside to the hills. There is a small kitchenette with microwave, crockery and cutlery, and detergent, tea towel etc, but no sink for washing dishes. This is has to be done in the bathroom! Did we not learn anything during COVID about clean and dirty workflows! There is a warning about using the shower: if you get the bedroom carpet wet you will be charged a fee. This is because the shower tap is positioned such that the water temperature cannot be regulated with the door open so you have to get under a cold shower, close the door and then regulate the temperature. Poor design and installation become the problem of the guest. Two heaters in the room: one didn't work and the other was ineffective.
Gorgeous view of the Franz Josef glacier from our chalet. Large and spacious, it was an accommodation we will never forget staying at. Conveniently located just outside of town, we were able to get what we needed, visit where we wanted, and finish the day with a beautiful stay.
The property seams clean, close to the main highway, not too far from the main town center.
Breakfast options are terrible, its best to go into town and grab a bite. The folks running/managing the place could improve their communication skills/style.