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Punga Grove

3.0 star property

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Executive Studio Suite | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property
Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Executive Studio Suite | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Outdoor space
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier, 7886
  • Place, Westcoast Wildlife Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Glacier Hot Pools
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Waiho Hot Tubs
    ‪3 min walk‬

Room options

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Executive Studio Suite | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Studio Suite

  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Large Single Sofa Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Two Bedroom Loft Apartment | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Two Bedroom Loft Apartment

  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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One Bedroom Loft Apartment | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bedroom Loft Apartment

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Large Single Sofa Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

Standard Twin Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Two-Bedroom Loft Apartment

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Two-Bedroom Loft Apartment

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bedroom Loft

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free Wi-Fi

One-Bedroom Apartment with Loft

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free Wi-Fi

One-Bedroom Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Punga Grove

Laundry facilities, barbecues and a picnic area are available at this aparthotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a front desk safe. Each apartment provides a flat-screen TV with cable channels, plus a kitchenette with a fridge, a stovetop and a microwave. Additional amenities include free WiFi, a portable fan and a safe.
Punga Grove offers 20 accommodations with a safe and an iron/ironing board. Accommodation at this 3-star aparthotel has kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Franz Josef Glacier aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Punga Grove. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Westcoast Wildlife Centre. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus breakfast (surcharge). This comfortable aparthotel has 20 apartments. Each apartment offers free WiFi and a kitchenette.
  • Each apartment offers a kitchenette, a flat-screen TV and a fridge
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Amenities include a front desk safe and laundry facilities
  • Steps from Westcoast Wildlife Centre and 3 minutes on foot from Waiho Hot Tubs
As a guest of Punga Grove, you'll find barbecue grills, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Franz Josef Glacier aparthotel.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a continental breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Kitchenette

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 16 for adults and NZD 16 for children

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 20 units

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not 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 16 for adults and from NZD 16 for children

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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 - 8:00 PM.
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

Punga Grove Aparthotel Franz Josef Glacier
Punga Grove Aparthotel
Punga Grove Franz Josef Glacier
Punga Grove
Punga Grove Aparthotel
Punga Grove Franz Josef Glacier
Punga Grove Aparthotel Franz Josef Glacier

Punga Grove Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 191 out of 280 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 75 out of 280 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 280 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 280 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 280 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Craig

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loft Unit was perfect for our stay, generous in size and clean and tidy. Enjoyed our 1night stay. Super friendly staff and easy walk/ride to restaurants. Parking for all sized vehicles and varanda over front door entry.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jamil

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Loucas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

heidi

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Staff were very friendly , rooms were dated and there was a bad smell in the bathroom .Apartment also had damp smell.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sonja

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best stay at Franz Joseph, Punga Grove, spotless and spacious room, peaceful and quiet, manager Lily always friendly and helpful. Highest recommendation to everyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Yasmin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything! Fantastic room, staff awesome! Walking distance to restaurants etc…Terrific accommodation!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The host was unbelievably helpful and friendly and along with the beautiful property was a pleasure to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lukas

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great room with a view of a small rain forest. Comfortable and close to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

laura

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was large. Staff friendly. Location was good. No real complaints. Restaurants in franz Josef were aweful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Faysal

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Friendly Staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jia Yin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff is very nice, orovided the basic information on arrival. Property is well kept and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room. Extremely clean. Beautiful lodge vibes. Staff are so friendly. Shoutout to Lilian who was so nice and friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eva, London

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, great location, very good condition.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Glynn

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

colleen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this place! Easy and friendly check-in, big comfy space, very clean and comfortable. Staff is excellent, happy and helpful . Parking ideally convenient. Slept super good in comfortable well appointed bed. I'd love to come back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean and comfortable beds
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Gorgeous room, lovely area, and friendly, attentive staff. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Franz Josef.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean room, heater was switched on making everything warm for our arrival. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Every thing about our visit here was fantastic. The lady running reception (sadly I didn’t get her name) was exceptional. Nothing was an issue for her. Rooms are great, it’s close to town. Will 100% go back there. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great Stay

Great comfortable stay. Friendly staff and very helpful. Beds were super comfy. Lovely clean and spacious 2 bedroom apartment. Would highly recommend. Within walking distance to Main Street and attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wissam

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great cabin. Great service. Kind and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025