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Alpine Glacier Motel

3.5 star property

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Spa Studio | Balcony view
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Interior entrance
Spa Studio | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds
Spa Studio | Living area | 43-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Room service

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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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2 Bedroom Apartment | In-room dining

2 Bedroom Apartment

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

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

Deck Studio

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • 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
(31 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Spa Studio | Balcony view

Spa Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 38 sq m
  • 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)
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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

Family Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About this property

Alpine Glacier Motel

Motel in Franz Josef Glacier with free parking
Laundry facilities, tour/ticket assistance and a front desk safe are available at this smoke-free motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Housekeeping is not available.
Alpine Glacier Motel offers 24 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. 43-inch LED televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

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

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Alpine Glacier Motel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Te Wahipounamu. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus breakfast (surcharge).
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Services include tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean guestrooms
  • Steps from Te Wahipounamu and Our Lady of the Alps
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.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a continental breakfast daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.
Room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

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

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with satellite channels

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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

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: from 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM.
Guests arriving after 8:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

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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Alpine Glacier Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 412 out of 745 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 275 out of 745 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 745 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 745 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 745 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhys

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Coleman

Travelled 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

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fast easy check in. Rooms were basic but very comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wade

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynaire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable and very well priced winter rates
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Checked in late after reception had closed but the staff had our room ready and nice and warm with the key waiting for us. Comfortable bed and within walking distance of restaurants and the tour operators.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little one night stay in heart of Franz Josef. Man at check in was so happy and friendly that I left there smiling. Our room was basic but had everything we needed. Beds weren’t the most comfy but pillows were excellent. Laundry on site at $4 for wash and $4 for dryer was very convenient. Walking distance to everything. Free wifi worked great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ashton

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thaddeus

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moses

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This motel is located at a very central location in town. Walkable to everywhere also because Franz Josef is also very small. I had the most comfortable stay in this motel as compared to all the other accommodations i had stayed in in NZ. The bedroom was warm with 2 heaters and the bed was so comfortable. They require guests to wash up and return cuterly etc to their place which I find very reasonable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Sant

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A comfortable motel with spectacular views.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very well kept & was within walking distance to restaurants, shops, & the gorgeous lake. The owner was very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryce

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

Fabulous

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tashina

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alister, Melville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean and modern
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
This place was fantastic and the operators were amazing and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, clean with everything you need with views too.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean property, really nicely furnished and very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025