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Te Awa Cottages

Property class: 3
3-star accommodation with kitchenette in Franz Josef Glacier

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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2871 Franz Josef Hwy, Franz Josef Glacier, West Coast, 7886
  • Place, Glacier Hot Pools
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Waiho Hot Tubs
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Matheson
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

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A bedroom with a curved ceiling, a bed with a quilted headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wall-mounted artwork.

Cottage Rua

  • Mountain view
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Cottage Tahi

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a dresser, and a door leading to another room.

Cottage Tahi

  • Mountain view
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Franz Josef Glacier

In Franz Josef Glacier .Within the region of this Franz Josef Glacier cottage, you'll find Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier. Lake Matheson and Aoraki / Mount Cook are also in the region.
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What's nearby

  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Our Lady of the Alps - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Lake Matheson - 44 min drive - 24.2 miles

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 114 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Te Awa Cottages

3-star accommodation with kitchenette in Franz Josef Glacier
Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Franz Josef Glacier cottage is smoke free.

  • 2 guestrooms or units
  • No smoking on site
Te Awa Cottages offers 2 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Accommodations at this 3-star cottage have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Franz Josef Glacier cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • High chair

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Window screens

Entertainment

  • Games
  • LCD TV

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guides

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 2 units

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Te Awa Cottages Cottage
Te Awa Cottages Franz Josef Glacier
Te Awa Cottages Cottage Franz Josef Glacier

Frequently asked questions

How close is Te Awa Cottages to the airport?

Te Awa Cottages is 83.1 mi (114-min drive) away from the Hokitika (HKK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Te Awa Cottages have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Te Awa Cottages.

Does Te Awa Cottages offer free breakfast?

Te Awa Cottages does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Te Awa Cottages?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Te Awa Cottages?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Te Awa Cottages?

This cottage offers free self parking.

Does Te Awa Cottages have a pool?

Te Awa Cottages does not have a pool.

Does Te Awa Cottages have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Te Awa Cottages to downtown Franz Josef Glacier?

Te Awa Cottages is 1.2 mi away from Franz Josef Glacier.

Te Awa Cottages Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean, modern,spacious cottage just outside the town of Franz Joseph. Beautiful views of the mountains and glacier from the deck.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was an amazing place to stay! I loved being away from the crowds. The property and views were unbelievable. The cottage was excellent and well equipped to make our stay comfortable and peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Very nice cottage. Just out of town but the glacier view was fantastic. Excellent choice.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent pace to stay in Frank Joseph. Modern and clean, great amenities. A home away from home. Great long veranda to take in the awesome view of the mountains. Stargazing was spectacular.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Peaceful and relaxing

Such a quiet, clean and peaceful place to stay. Spacious inside with a sufficiently stocked kitchen. Loved the covered porch. Great view. Great communication with owner.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Simply and minimally furnished and very clean made for an easy short stay. Had a couple of minor glitches which sadly weren’t fixed during the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Neat, clean and well presented. Quiet location just out of town. Recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

GILLES

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Un peu isolé, mais très bien !
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Poul Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Nyt, lækkert, velfungerende, sød vært, rent og der mangler ikke noget
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

G.C.

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Heerlijk verblijf

Heerlijk ruim verblijf net buiten centrum Franz Josef. Aan de kleinste details is gedacht, heel geordend en schoon. Comfortabel kingsize bed. Het uitzicht is fantastisch. Ik zou er een volgende keer weer boeken.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nuku

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Clean tidy cabin with all the amenities.Pituresque views tgat make the stay that much more magical
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, communication

Excellent stay at Franz Josef

Lovely container unit that was beautifully set up. View was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful location. Handy to the township
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful views. Slightly out of town while still being very close. Well presented accommodation that was very warm and clean. We hope to stay again some time.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Lovely and clean unit, handy to the township. Good clear communication from host. Would be helpful if one of the photos or the description revealed that this cottage is only 20 metres from the main road. I had expected it to be more secluded and quieter.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian

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

Wonderful position

Impeccable accommodation with direct view of the glacier from the lounge. I recommend highly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisbeth

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mridu

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

helen

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Jeffrey

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020