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Franz Josef Glacier is perhaps 1 of the most isolated town along the west coast region. Like what a lot of their servers were saying 'we are in the middle of nowhere'. So don't expect to see any big chains hotel names and facilities in the area. The room size was alright and room was clean. The bed was too soft and bouncy and unfortunately, the WIFI wasn't working that day. However like what I have mentioned in the beginning, Franz Josef Glacier is in the middle of nowhere, so I would consider Alpine Glacier Motel as a good place to stay.

Stayed on 9 June 2017, we had a 2 Bedroom Apt with Spa bath and 2 King Size bed. The room is new, very clean and spacious with a nice and well equip kitchen. It is the first motel you see the moment you drive into the town (can't miss it). Glacier Hot Pool is just across the street so it's very good location. Everything is within walking distance to restaurants and supermarket (small town, just 2 streets). About 5mins drive to Franz Josef Glacier Valley Walk. The easy walking trail is about 1 hr 30 mins return from car park but you can't really see the Glacier it is far high up. Happened to meet a scientist and was told Glacier has melted and will not be restored. Try other more difficult walk or take helicopter.

The en-suite room has everything you need. The bed has electric blanket which is perfect during winter and the room is well heated as well. Around 10 mins walk to Franz Josef glacier. They provide delicious free soup in the evening and simple breakfast in the morning good enough to kick start your day. The pantry is spacious too.

It was a very nice experience to us. The staff were always be willing to serice and offer many helpful comments for our special issues. Highly recomment Te Wanoui as the best choice in Franz Josef/Fox Glacier area.

Franz Josef Glacier is a small rustic village, kind of like a ski town without the snow. The Scenic Hotel is among the best accommodations in town (alternatives are mainly backpacker hostels, campsites, motels, etc.). Overall, the hotel is still a little rustic, but the rooms are clean & safe with modern amenities. If you're the outdoor-sy type but beyond camping, you'll be very comfortable here and quite satisfied.

Only a one night stay to experience Franz Josef Glacier. Unfortunately the weather didn't cooperate and our planned activity was cancelled -- not the hotel's fault. The room was quite new & fresh. Everything worked and it was comfortable. The person who worked on the front desk was helpful suggesting places to eat (not that it was difficult, just up or down the road, but it's nice to get some input from a local). Our itinerary only allowed one night here. based on merit alone I would go back. The hotel & staff were good.

We had a great time in Franz Josef. The Top 10 park was excellent - our room was huge and very clean. The electric blankets kept the cold away! The shared kitchen and lounge were very spacious and again clean. The staff were very helpful and helped us book things. I would stay here again in an instant. This is one of the cheapes places we have stayed in NZ.

Stayed here at the end of January 2012 and found this accommodation to be very clean, modern and enjoyed our stay. Check-in for the cottages is nearby at another motel, but only a short distance away. Staff were very friendly and helpful and eager to please. All facilities within the Franz Josef township are within easy walking distance from 10 Cottages, such as restaurants, shops, booking office for helicopter rides and the helicopter pad itself, booking office for glacier guided tours and walking tracks. Glacier Hot Pools are also nearby, a wonderful place to relax after hiking and climbing. The road to the Franz Josef Glacier itself is only a short drive from the township.

Centrally located in Franz Josef village. This motel is within walking distance to supermarket. The motel room we stayed had everything you need to self cater. They also seems to have a big communal kitchen. Plenty of washing machines and dryers as well. Overall, good, clean, convenient place. Would stay again. (Coffee machine in the reception area was nice. Though its not a barista made coffee, I thought $2 was a god value considering normal coffee prices in NZ :))

Very nice, friendly, and helpful staff, clean environment, and very good location if you are travelling to Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier. For a hostel like this, I think it is truly value for the money. All in all, I am satisfied with my stay at this hostel.

We arrived at 8.00pm, just before the reception closed for the night and we were really thankful to the staff for helping us connect with our car rental company. The room is well-equipped and our sleep was really comfortable. Its location next to Alice May, meant that we had a good food option. And its walking distance to the supermarket, hot pools, Franz Josef Glacier Guides and other attractions means that one does not need to drive too far, but everything is centrally located around The Terrace Motel.

Perfect place to stay. The owner was friendly and he provide us with alot of informations about the franz josef and fox glaicer. He even provided us the weather forecast for the days we are there. The lodge was clean and really comfortable. The big window in the living room provide a perfect view of the glaicer and night sky.. I manage to capture a nice astrophotograph too.

We had a comfortable one night stay here on our way to Franz Josef Glacier. The place was nice and clean, got heater and the bed was comfortable. Most importantly we got mountain view. Had a great stay.

The room was nice and cosy and had all that we needed! Great location! Staff was very friendly and helpful too. Walking distance to the town area. Facilities were clean and good. Comfortable bed in the cold weather. Although it was pouring the 2 days we were at Franz Josef, but the stay was worthwhile.

I didn't have much time to stay in to use the facilities this place has to offer, the lodge itself is about 2 kilometers away from the town, the view isn't all that great, there are a lot of greens in the way of you and the glaciers. The room is nice and big, there is no bathtub however so you can't relax in hot water after a long trek day. The breakfast is nothing fancy, not many things you can choose from but they are good grade. The styling is all wooden walls very nice if you like this sort of thing. The staff is very friendly and helpful.

We spent new year's eve 2012 there. Though we had to get our own food from the supermarkets and cook in the kitchenette, the experience was excellent and exceeded my expectations. A pity we could not get to ride on the helicopter to go onto Franz Josef glacier as it was raining, but a good time there! Cozy town :)

Our trip in Franz Josef was dampened by a lot of rain, but the staffs at Glow Worm Cottages makes it up for it. They are very friendly, helpful and fun people to hang out with. Room was comfortable and the bathroom was clean as it was 1 bathroom for every 3 rooms. Though not the cleanest kitchen I've seen, but they were pretty decent.

it's a container on site. a bit far from toilet and tiny kitchen to share with others. it's very cold at night. But it's clean and staffs are friendly.

We arrived at the hotel mid-afternoon and upon check-in we asked where the Glacier Hot Pools was as we wanted to go to the pools and have a massage after a trek to Franz Josef Glacier. The host was very accommodating and helped us get a late booking. We truly enjoyed our overnight stay here in Franz Josef. The hotel was close to everything with a spacious room, good facilities and fast wifi connection. Highly recommended!

Great stay here with full facilities and BBQ. Totally enjoyed and wised to come back! Nice staffs :) Located in the city center and close to shops.