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Franz Alpine Retreat

4.0 star property
4-star motel near Westcoast Wildlife Centre

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Unit, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Mountain View | View from room
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
21-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Courtyard view

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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2 Donovan Drive, Sh 6, Franz Josef Glacier, 7886
  • Place, Westcoast Wildlife Centre
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Glacier Hot Pools
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Waiho Hot Tubs
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Courtyard Area

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 743 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Chalet, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 742 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Cottage, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen, Courtyard Area | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Cottage, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen, Courtyard Area

  • 430 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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2 Bedroom Cottage | Living room | 21-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

2 Bedroom Cottage

  • 861 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Chalet 2 Bedrooms Disabled Access

  • 743 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Unit, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Mountain View | Living area | 21-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

Unit, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Mountain View

  • 377 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Unit, 1 Queen bed | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Unit, 1 Queen bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Chalet, 2 Bedrooms

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 743 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 743 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Franz Josef Glacier

Close to the boardwalk/promenade.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Franz Josef Glacier motel, you'll find Westcoast Wildlife Centre and Glacier Hot Pools. Sentinel Rock and Alex Knob are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 4 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 4 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 4 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Our Lady of the Alps - 5 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • St James Anglican Church - 5 min drive - 3.4 miles

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 112 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Full Of Beans Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Landing Bar & Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Monsoon Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪SnakeBite Brewery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Alice May - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Franz Alpine Retreat

4-star motel near Westcoast Wildlife Centre
Franz Alpine Retreat offers its guests a terrace, tour/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 hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers with hydromassage showerheads, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 21-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Irons/ironing boards and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

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 11:00 AM for a fee: NZD 15 for adults and NZD 15 for children

Things to do

  • Helicopter/airplane tours

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 elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 21-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

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

More

  • 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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), 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.

Property 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: approximately NZD 15 for adults and NZD 15 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 45.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

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
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 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 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 major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Franz Alpine Retreat to the airport?

Franz Alpine Retreat is 81.8 mi (112-min drive) away from the Hokitika (HKK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Franz Alpine Retreat?

As of Oct 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Franz Alpine Retreat on Oct 23, 2025 start from $94.59, excluding 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 Franz Alpine Retreat have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Franz Alpine Retreat.

Does Franz Alpine Retreat offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Franz Alpine Retreat, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 15 for adults and NZD 15 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Franz Alpine Retreat?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Franz Alpine Retreat?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Franz Alpine Retreat?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Franz Alpine Retreat have a pool?

Franz Alpine Retreat does not have a pool.

Does Franz Alpine Retreat have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

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

Franz Alpine Retreat is 2 mi away from Franz Josef Glacier.