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Alpine Glacier Motel

3.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3.5-star Franz Josef Glacier motel

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Interior entrance
View from room

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Explore the area

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17 Cron St, Franz Josef Glacier, 7856
  • Place, Our Lady of the Alps
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Westcoast Wildlife Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Glacier Hot Pools
    ‪8 min walk‬

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9.6 out of 10
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(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Deck Studio | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Deck Studio

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Queen Studio | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Queen Studio

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Spa Studio | Balcony view

Spa Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Studio | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

King Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Studio | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Family Studio

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Franz Josef Glacier

In Franz Josef Glacier .At this motel, you'll be steps from Our Lady of the Alps and Westcoast Wildlife Centre. Te Wahipounamu and St James Anglican Church are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Our Lady of the Alps - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • St James Anglican Church - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 117 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Full Of Beans Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Landing Bar & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Monsoon Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Blue Ice Restaurant & Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪SnakeBite Brewery - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Alpine Glacier Motel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3.5-star Franz Josef Glacier motel
As a guest of Alpine Glacier Motel, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, laundry facilities, and a front-desk safe. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Franz Josef Glacier motel is smoke free.

  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • No smoking on site
Alpine Glacier Motel offers 24 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 43-inch LED televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This Franz Josef Glacier motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply).

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 20 per person

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 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), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property 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: approximately NZD 20 per person
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each 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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Alpine Glacier Motel to the airport?

Alpine Glacier Motel is 84.6 mi (117-min drive) away from the Hokitika (HKK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Alpine Glacier Motel?

As of Apr 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Alpine Glacier Motel on May 1, 2026 start from $67, 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.

Does Alpine Glacier Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Alpine Glacier Motel.

Does Alpine Glacier Motel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Alpine Glacier Motel, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 20 per person. It's available every day from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Alpine Glacier Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Alpine Glacier Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Alpine Glacier Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Alpine Glacier Motel have a pool?

Alpine Glacier Motel does not have a pool.

Does Alpine Glacier Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Alpine Glacier Motel to downtown Franz Josef Glacier?

Alpine Glacier Motel is 0.1 mi away from Franz Josef Glacier.

Alpine Glacier Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 422 out of 767 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 284 out of 767 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 767 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 767 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 767 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Len, Oakland

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Ron

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No cooking facility. Small studio with no view
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

prudence

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff efficient and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is very clean and the hotel is conveniently located.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norhamidah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location and clean room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

PETER

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal location . Parking for me was ok .clean room . Good value ..
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent, room clean and well cared for, great location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room with good facilities & amazing views of the mountains.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfy and close to every thing
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

eric, las vegas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Polite, helpful staff. The room was spotless and well appointed. Convenient location. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susannah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely little motel that does what it says on the tin! Friendly staff, very clean, spacious, good storage, beds fairly comfortable. Well equipped kitchenette and they gave us milk which a lot places don’t bother with these days. Only issue was a lot of the rooms back on to the petrol station but there were no blinds in the bathroom so anyone in the petrol station at night would have been able to see us getting out of shower! Also our back door blew open in the night during the downpour even though it was locked!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was spacious and clean. Parking was easy.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Lou

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was your basic motel with a very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice clean motel, with easy parking outside the room. Good location in the town, closer to restaurants, bars and walks. Reception staff were very friendly and helpful, and the rooms were spacious and comfortable. Kitchen equipment was clean and in good condition.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious room, nice kitchenette with everything we needed. Staff was super nice and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Only street noise noticable but didn't impact sleep
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Great room, fantastic amenities and staff who go over and above to excel at service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhys

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Coleman

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was fantastic. Great views and within easy walking distance of trails and restaurants. One of the best Motels I have stayed in.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sayed, Bardia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean. Friendly staff. Great location. Central location, yet not that noisy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This motel was good value for money..
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025