Franz Alpine Retreat
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Scenic Views and Convenient Amenities
Enjoy the beautiful views from the terrace and garden at Franz Alpine Retreat. Take advantage of complimentary wireless internet access, room service, and daily continental breakfasts.
Cozy Guestrooms with Modern Amenities
Relax in one of the 17 guestrooms equipped with refrigerators, flat-screen TVs, private balconies or patios. Stay connected with free Wi-Fi and enjoy satellite programming. The bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
Ideal Location and Nearby Attractions
Conveniently located in Franz Josef Glacier, the motel is just a 5-minute drive from Westcoast Wildlife Centre and Glacier Hot Pools. Explore nearby attractions like Te Wahipounamu and Lake Mapourika for a memorable stay.
Book now for an unforgettable experience at Franz Alpine Retreat!
What guests say
Fabulous 8.6/10 · summarised by AI from 125 reviews- ⚠️ Unfriendly staff
- ⚠️ Hard bed
- ⚠️ Lack of amenities (milk)
Policies & good to know
Pets
- Pets: Pets not allowed
- Pets: Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
- Pets: Service animals are allowed
Health, safety & sustainability
- Check-in & Check-out: Contactless check-out is available
- General: Professional property host/manager
- Check-in & Check-out: Contactless check-in is available
- General: Gap period enforced between guest stays - 24 hours
Other
- Accessibility: No elevators
Amenities (24)
Internet
- ✓Free WiFi
Pool & wellness
- ✓Wheelchair-accessible spa
- ✓Wheelchair-accessible pool
Fitness & activities
- ✓Skydiving nearby
Food & drink
- ✓Breakfast available (surcharge)
Parking & transport
- ✓Wheelchair accessible parking
- ✓Free self parking
- ✓Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Beach & outdoors
- ✓Terrace
- ✓Garden
Family
- ✓Ecotours nearby
Services
- ✓Safe-deposit box at front desk
- ✓Front desk (limited hours)
- ✓Tours/ticket assistance
- ✓Housekeeping on request
Accessibility
- ✓Wheelchair accessible
More
- ✓Designated smoking area
- ✓Cross-country skiing nearby
- ✓Hiking/biking trails nearby
- ✓Kayaking nearby
- ✓Snowshoeing nearby
- ✓Helicopter/airplane tours on site
- ✓Horse riding nearby
- ✓Change of towels (on request)
Location
2 Donovan Drive, Sh 6, Franz Josef Glacier, 7886
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Good to know
- The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM.
- To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation.
- If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation.
- Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information.
- The front desk is staffed during limited hours.