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The billiards room includes a full-size snooker table. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. Continental buffet breakfast and à la carte cooked breakfasts are served in the dining room each morning. Westwood Lodge is a 15-minute walk from the centre of Franz Josef Village, in the heart of New Zealand's Glacier Country. Rainforest Retreat Set on 6. 5 acres of native gardens and trees, Rainforest Retreat is 50 metres from glacier hot pools. Guests enjoy a hot tub, a restaurant and a bar. All accommodation features a balcony or patio offering garden views. Franz Josef Rainforest Retreat is just 2 minutes' walk from the town centre and 500 metres from the start of the Franz Josef Heli Hike. It is 5 minutes' drive from Franz Josef Glacier. All accommodation offers a refrigerator, a flat-screen TV and an iPod docking station. Electric blankets and tea/coffee making facilities are provided in all accommodation. Some also include a fully equipped kitchen. Guests can enjoy massages and treatments on site or just relax in the sauna.
Holly Homestead Bed & Breakfast Located near Franz Josef, home of the famous Franz Josef Glacier, this B&B offers free Wi-Fi and free breakfast, 4 minutes' drive from the Franz Josef Glacier Guides. All accommodation offers mountain or garden views, a flat-screen TV and a heated towel rail. Holly Homestead guests enjoy a shared lounge with comfortable sofas and a breakfast room offering lovely garden views. The tour desk books scenic flights and glacier hikes. All accommodation is heated and offers an en suite bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Some accommodation offers a bathtub. Westwood Lodge Set amongst native gardens, Westwood Lodge offers stylish bed and breakfast accommodation with mountain views. Each suite has a natural timber interior and en suite bathroom with under floor heating. All suites at Westwood Lodge Accommodation include electric blankets, heating, and tea/coffee making facilities. Bathrobes and hairdryers are provided in each bathroom. The guest lounge features a bar, gas fire and large windows with views of the Southern Alps.
NEW ZEALAND BUS LINES Home Bus Stops Scenic Tours National Bus Routes Bus Passes Ferry Services New Zealand Accommodation Help Accommodation near Franz Josef Bus Stop YHA Franz Josef Set against a backdrop of rainforest and mountain, YHA Franz Josef Glacier features a fully equipped shared kitchen and a guest lounge with satellite TV. Facilities include a pool table, BBQ area and a sauna. The guest lounge room features a flat-screen TV and DVD player with DVDs. The open-plan lounge/dining room includes a piano and open fireplace. Bike storage and a laundry/drying room are also available. YHA Franz Josef Glacier offers backpacker accommodation with a choice of dorm, shared or private rooms. All rooms are heated and some room having an ensuite bathroom. Top - For further information, online rates, availability and instant confirmation reservations Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier The Scenic Hotel Franz Joseph Glacier is a 3 Star/Superior hotel situated on edge of the Westland World Heritage Park in Franz Josef Village.
Roberts Point Track For those with a good level of fitness, this 5-hour return walk from Alex Knob/Lake Wombat car park; or 5-hour 20 min return from glacier car park will see you travel across streams, ice-carved rock and a suspension bridge over Rope Creek. The views of the glacier and mountain peaks are spectacular. Skydive Franz Josef Choosing to skydive in Franz Josef can see you jumping New Zealand's highest skydive at 19, 000 feet. Not for the faint-hearted, but the views of Franz Josef Glacier and beyond are superb. Weather dependent but the friendly and professional team will keep you constantly updated with jumping conditions. Horse Treks From beginners to advanced. Enjoy Franz Josef on horseback! Glacier Guided Walks Whether you choose the Ice Explorer or the Heli Hike your experience will be magical. Departure times are available to suit most plans. A moderate fitness level is needed. E-mail us for more information. Tatare Tunnels Walk This is an easy, short walk leaving from Franz Josef Village and venturing through the West Coast rainforest.
Glacier Gateway Motel Featuring stunning views of the surrounding forests, Glacier Gateway Motel is located close to the Franz Josef Glacier. Wi-Fi internet access is available. Offering modern accommodations at affordable rates, each smoke-free room is also equipped with central heating. Family cottages are also available. The Glacier Gateway Motel also provides a children's playground set among lush greenery. The motel is within driving distance of the stores and restaurants of central Franz Josef. It is a short drive from the Westland National Park. Bella Visa Motel Franz Josef Bella Vista Motel offers modern rooms in the heart of the peaceful Franz Josef Glacier Village. There are barbecue facilities for casual open-air dining. On-site parking is free. Rooms at the Bella Vista feature tea and coffee making facilities, satellite TV and heating. Many rooms have self-catering kitchenettes, while some offer stunning views of the surrounding Glaciers. Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef is situated within a 10 minute walk of restaurants, shops and cafes.
Start by following the old 4WD track until you reach the now abandoned water tunnels. Don't forget a torch and raincoat to explore the tunnels. Alpine Cinema A great option for a rainy day - with its Giant 13 metre wide curved screen and surround sound. Ice Climbing An exciting option for those wanting to get out on the glacier, no prior experience is necessary and all climbers receive expert tuition and high tech ice climbing equipment. White Water Rafting Eco-Rafting offers something pretty special in terms of white water rafting, you will helicopter or hike into the rafting locations as most do not have road access. Grade 2 – 5 options available. There are also natural hot-pools next to the river to soak in after the adventure. Kayaking Enjoy the quiet and tranquillity of either a guided kayak tour or kayaking independently. Marvel at the spectacular views of New Zealand's highest mountain peaks which are often mirrored on the black tannin-filled waters of the lake. Glacier Valley Walks If you want to venture beyond where unguided visitors can safely go, this 3 hour fully guided walk up the glacier valley is for you.