Franz Josef Montrose Hostel Lodge
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About this property
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a hot tub or take in the view from a terrace. Additional features at this hostel include complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area.
Amenities
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a hot tub or take in the view from a terrace. Additional features at this hostel include complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Take advantage of the hostel's room service (during limited hours). A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 20 guestrooms. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided.
Location
When you stay at Franz Josef Montrose Hostel Lodge in Franz Josef Glacier, you'll be in a national park, just steps from Te Wahipounamu and Our Lady of the Alps. This hostel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Westcoast Wildlife Centre and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from St James Anglican Church.
What's nearby
Te Wahipounamu(0.1 miles)
Our Lady of the Alps(0.1 miles)
Westcoast Wildlife Centre(0.2 miles)
St James Anglican Church(0.3 miles)
Waiho Hot Tubs(0.4 miles)
Glacier Hot Pools(0.4 miles)
Waiho Bailey Bridge(0.4 miles)
Sentinel Rock(2.7 miles)
Alex Knob(2.8 miles)
Lake Mapourika(5.2 miles)
Lake Wahapo - Wahapako(11.5 miles)
Te Koha Gallery(14.3 miles)
Fox Glacier Guiding(14.5 miles)
Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest(14.6 miles)
Minnehaha Walk(14.6 miles)
The nearest major airport is Hokitika (HKK)(84.7 miles)
Free Wi-Fi
Safe-Deposit Box
Picnic Area/Tables
Luggage Storage
Free Breakfast
Barbecue Grill (s)
Location
9 Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier, Westland Tai Poutini National Park, New Zealand
Te Wahipounamu (0.1 miles)
Our Lady of the Alps (0.1 miles)
Westcoast Wildlife Centre (0.2 miles)
St James Anglican Church (0.3 miles)
Waiho Hot Tubs (0.4 miles)
Glacier Hot Pools (0.4 miles)
Room options
22
Queen Bed Room Ensuite (Private Bathroom)
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
118 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Communal Kitchen
13
Twin Bed Room (Private Bathroom)
Room details
2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 2
108 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Communal Kitchen
10
Bed in 4 Bed Female Dormitory Room
Room details
1 Bunk Bed
Wi-Fi (Free)Communal KitchenTV
17
Standard Twin Bed (Shared Bathroom)
Room details
2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 2
97 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Communal Kitchen
13
Bed in 6 Bed Dormitory Room
Room details
1 Bunk Bed
Wi-Fi (Free)Communal KitchenTV
9
Bed in 4 Bed Mix Dormitory Room
Room details
1 Bunk Bed
Wi-Fi (Free)Communal KitchenTV
22
Standard Double Bed (Shared Bathroom)
Room details
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
118 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Communal Kitchen
10
Bed in 8 Bed Dormitory Room
Room details
1 Bunk Bed
Wi-Fi (Free)Communal KitchenTV
Guest reviews of Franz Josef Montrose Hostel Lodge
8.3
Very good
Based on 403 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Couple
77%
Family
5%
Group
12%
Solo
4%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Franz Josef Montrose Hostel Lodge, reviewers repeatedly praise friendly, accommodating staff, very clean spaces, and a superb communal kitchen with thoughtful freebies like coffee, popcorn, muffins, and soup, while rooms are generally compact but comfortable and well equipped.
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At Franz Josef Montrose Hostel Lodge, reviewers repeatedly praise friendly, accommodating staff, very clean spaces, and a superb communal kitchen with thoughtful freebies like coffee, popcorn, muffins, and soup, while rooms are generally compact but comfortable and well equipped.
Its central, walkable location makes it easy to reach restaurants, tours and amenities, with mountain views noted by some. Guests also highlight a hot tub or spa, a small gym, BBQ and laundry, plus a comfortable lounge. Common drawbacks include very small bathrooms and sinks, occasional noise and heat due to thin walls and limited air conditioning, stairs to upper floors, and a few isolated maintenance or booking issues. Expect a well run, sociable base with excellent shared spaces and compact private rooms.
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Facilities
Guests praise the well equipped communal kitchen and lounge with complimentary coffee, popcorn and soup. Extras like a hot tub or spa, small gym, BBQ area and handy laundry are noted, though a few mention limited on site parking.
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8
Mareen
Feb 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Das gesamte Hotel war an sich sehr modern eingerichtet mit Liebe zu Details und einem guten Auge für Farben. Der Kamin war sehr schön und es hingen sehr schöne Bilder an den Wänden. Im Außenbereich gab es Sport- und Spielmöglichkeiten. Der Essbereich schien ordentlich und sauber. Super fanden wir, dass es kostenloses Popkorn im Küchenbereich gab. Wir hatten ein Studio mit Bergblick und einem Bad. Die Zimmergröße war gut, das Zimmer war sauber und ordentlich und sehr liebevoll gestaltet (die Möbel, Bilder und Farben passten gut zusammen, man hat gesehen, dass sich hier jemand Gedanken gemacht hat). Das Bad war leider recht klein und das Waschbecken wirklich winzig. Es gab dort kaum Ablagemöglichkeiten. In der Küchenzeile war alles Nötige vorhanden. Leider lag das Zimmer im Dachgeschloss (3. Stock), was recht warm war und man musste das ganze Gepäck über die Treppen hochtragen. In den unteren Bereichen scheinen nur Zimmer mit Gemeinschaftsbädern zu liegen. Was leider nachts gar nicht ging war, dass man ein lautes Geräusch und direkt neben dem Bett ein Vibrieren gehört/gemerkt. Auf das Problem mit dem Lärm im Zimmer wurde freundlich und kompetent reagiert. Leider sind nur wenige kostenlose Parkplätze direkt an der Unterkunft vorhanden, ggf. muss man an der Straße parken. Das Hotel hat eine gute Ausgangslage für Ausflüge zum Franz Josef oder Fox Glacier. Wir haben einen Frühstücksgutschein für ein Café in der Nähe erhalten. Die Auswahl (á la carte) sowie das Essen waren sehr gut.
Das gesamte Hotel war an sich sehr modern eingerichtet mit Liebe zu Details und einem guten Auge für Farben. Der Kamin war sehr schön und es hingen sehr schöne Bilder an den Wänden. Im Außenbereich gab es Sport- und Spielmöglichkeiten. Der Essbereich schien ordentlich und sauber. Super fanden wir, dass es kostenloses Popkorn im Küchenbereich gab. Wir hatten ein Studio mit Bergblick und einem Bad. Die Zimmergröße war gut, das Zimmer war sauber und ordentlich und sehr liebevoll gestaltet (die Möbel, Bilder und Farben passten gut zusammen, man hat gesehen, dass sich hier jemand Gedanken gemacht hat). Das Bad war leider recht klein und das Waschbecken wirklich winzig. Es gab dort kaum Ablagemöglichkeiten. In der Küchenzeile war alles Nötige vorhanden. Leider lag das Zimmer im Dachgeschloss (3. Stock), was recht warm war und man musste das ganze Gepäck über die Treppen hochtragen. In den unteren Bereichen scheinen nur Zimmer mit Gemeinschaftsbädern zu liegen. Was leider nachts gar nicht ging war, dass man ein lautes Geräusch und direkt neben dem Bett ein Vibrieren gehört/gemerkt. Auf das Problem mit dem Lärm im Zimmer wurde freundlich und kompetent reagiert. Leider sind nur wenige kostenlose Parkplätze direkt an der Unterkunft vorhanden, ggf. muss man an der Straße parken. Das Hotel hat eine gute Ausgangslage für Ausflüge zum Franz Josef oder Fox Glacier. Wir haben einen Frühstücksgutschein für ein Café in der Nähe erhalten. Die Auswahl (á la carte) sowie das Essen waren sehr gut.
8
Christina M
Oct 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A nicely appointed large room with tiny bathroom. We were on the third floor and no lift, (I wasn't aware this was the case at the time of booking). However the view from the window was impressive. The hotel had a convenient laundry service which we used.
A nicely appointed large room with tiny bathroom. We were on the third floor and no lift, (I wasn't aware this was the case at the time of booking). However the view from the window was impressive. The hotel had a convenient laundry service which we used.
10
Prachi Shriram
Dec 28, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed here for one night, had one of the few quad rooms. Room had a kitchenette which was well equipped, property has a common dining and kitchen area with an espresso machine and popcorn maker. Fully kitted out with pots and pans, utensils and basic spices. Extra bathroom (shower) and toilet on the ground floor, gym area which we couldn't use due to limited time, BBQ area which also couldn't use due to bad weather. Would highly recommend staying here even if just for a night. Staff were friendly and service was excellent
We stayed here for one night, had one of the few quad rooms. Room had a kitchenette which was well equipped, property has a common dining and kitchen area with an espresso machine and popcorn maker. Fully kitted out with pots and pans, utensils and basic spices. Extra bathroom (shower) and toilet on the ground floor, gym area which we couldn't use due to limited time, BBQ area which also couldn't use due to bad weather. Would highly recommend staying here even if just for a night. Staff were friendly and service was excellent
10
Tom
Sep 19, 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
We weren't expecting much from this lodge given the low price. But it hugely exceeded our expectations. On arrival at 7pm after a long drive, it was easy to find and park. The receptionist gave us a welcome that was so friendly and enthusiastic, it put most other hotels to shame. While the room was quite small and the bathroom shared (as we'd expected), it was nice and warm, giving us an instant boost on a cold night, and the bed was extremely comfortable. The location couldn't have been better, with a range of decent restaurants within a short walking distance. There was a large kitchen and common room area with free tea, coffee and popcorn, outside there was a hot tub you could use up till 10pm, and the atmosphere overall felt more like we were staying a high-end hotel than somewhere cheap, even though we'd paid just £28 for two people. I would heartily recommend this lodge.
We weren't expecting much from this lodge given the low price. But it hugely exceeded our expectations. On arrival at 7pm after a long drive, it was easy to find and park. The receptionist gave us a welcome that was so friendly and enthusiastic, it put most other hotels to shame. While the room was quite small and the bathroom shared (as we'd expected), it was nice and warm, giving us an instant boost on a cold night, and the bed was extremely comfortable. The location couldn't have been better, with a range of decent restaurants within a short walking distance. There was a large kitchen and common room area with free tea, coffee and popcorn, outside there was a hot tub you could use up till 10pm, and the atmosphere overall felt more like we were staying a high-end hotel than somewhere cheap, even though we'd paid just £28 for two people. I would heartily recommend this lodge.
10
Danny Siong Kee
Jul 15, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This should be the best accommodation i stayed in NZ over the past 3 weeks. Decors are great, they provide muffin, veg soup, coffee bean machines and even popcorn. Netflix on tv to keep me entertained while having my meal and a hot tub to relax after many days of continuous walks and hiking.
This should be the best accommodation i stayed in NZ over the past 3 weeks. Decors are great, they provide muffin, veg soup, coffee bean machines and even popcorn. Netflix on tv to keep me entertained while having my meal and a hot tub to relax after many days of continuous walks and hiking.
10
Leanne
Sep 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Above and beyond service and friendliness. Our host was exceptional at check in, providing a complimentary fresh warmed blueberry muffin for each traveler. Rooms were warm, clean & comfortable. Common area spacious, friendly, very well equipped, with complementary coffee, vegetable soup (home made!), popcorn. Full kitchen. Also a gym and spa available. Our departure from the region was delayed, and we were allowed access to the common area after check out by the very generous host. HIGHLY recommended.
Above and beyond service and friendliness. Our host was exceptional at check in, providing a complimentary fresh warmed blueberry muffin for each traveler. Rooms were warm, clean & comfortable. Common area spacious, friendly, very well equipped, with complementary coffee, vegetable soup (home made!), popcorn. Full kitchen. Also a gym and spa available. Our departure from the region was delayed, and we were allowed access to the common area after check out by the very generous host. HIGHLY recommended.
10
Peter
Oct 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Has Netflix and Youtube in rooms. Free coffee, hot chocolate, soup, and POPCORN. What more could you want!
Has Netflix and Youtube in rooms. Free coffee, hot chocolate, soup, and POPCORN. What more could you want!
10
Ching Yin Alanis
Dec 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Although the room was small, it was well equipped with everything we needed. The common kitchen provided all the utensils, making it convenient for us to prepare meals. The staff were friendly and accommodating, and the check-in process was smooth even though we arrived late. Overall, a comfortable stay
Although the room was small, it was well equipped with everything we needed. The common kitchen provided all the utensils, making it convenient for us to prepare meals. The staff were friendly and accommodating, and the check-in process was smooth even though we arrived late. Overall, a comfortable stay
10
Deanie
Mar 30, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
THIS PLACE IS EPIC!! Excellent! 100 stars. Stay HERE! Go HERE! Choose HERE! Omgosh where to start. ….. first of all the staff were LOVELY, so welcoming and warm and kind. And- get this- Free home made muffins handed to us upon check in!!!! They were delicious. Next, we were shown to our room, small, but very clean and cute. We did two twin beds and bathroom across hall. Bathroom was shiny and clean with hair dryer, straightener, shampoo and body wash. Towels- crisp white. So nice. It gets better… there is a shared kitchen and living / dining area. The night we arrived there was complimentary veggie soup! The kitchen is so clean - and has everything : three stoves, all the pots, pans and dishes one could dream of. There was a microwave, air frier( yes!! For real!) , I think I even saw a crepe maker 😆. The coffee was to die for. They had a cappuccino machine, but it used fresh ( real) milk, not this fake stuff. It made any kind of coffee one could imagine- all free! It was so lovely to come down early in the morning and enjoy a really good coffee in the clean quiet welcoming place. I would encourage anyone heading to the Fox Glacier or Franz Josef area to stay here. There was even a little BBQ area and a little weight area, with some machines and feee weights. It was lovely!!!!! We were thrilled ! Thank you!!!
THIS PLACE IS EPIC!! Excellent! 100 stars. Stay HERE! Go HERE! Choose HERE! Omgosh where to start. ….. first of all the staff were LOVELY, so welcoming and warm and kind. And- get this- Free home made muffins handed to us upon check in!!!! They were delicious. Next, we were shown to our room, small, but very clean and cute. We did two twin beds and bathroom across hall. Bathroom was shiny and clean with hair dryer, straightener, shampoo and body wash. Towels- crisp white. So nice. It gets better… there is a shared kitchen and living / dining area. The night we arrived there was complimentary veggie soup! The kitchen is so clean - and has everything : three stoves, all the pots, pans and dishes one could dream of. There was a microwave, air frier( yes!! For real!) , I think I even saw a crepe maker 😆. The coffee was to die for. They had a cappuccino machine, but it used fresh ( real) milk, not this fake stuff. It made any kind of coffee one could imagine- all free! It was so lovely to come down early in the morning and enjoy a really good coffee in the clean quiet welcoming place. I would encourage anyone heading to the Fox Glacier or Franz Josef area to stay here. There was even a little BBQ area and a little weight area, with some machines and feee weights. It was lovely!!!!! We were thrilled ! Thank you!!!
10
Claudia
Dec 28, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Eine klare Empfehlung! Die Küche ist neu und modern, der Gemeinschaftsraum verfügt über einen Kaffeevollautomaten und die Lage ist perfekt, um den Franz Josef und Fox Glacier zu erkunden.
Eine klare Empfehlung! Die Küche ist neu und modern, der Gemeinschaftsraum verfügt über einen Kaffeevollautomaten und die Lage ist perfekt, um den Franz Josef und Fox Glacier zu erkunden.
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Cleanliness
Reviews consistently describe rooms and common areas as very clean and well maintained. A small number mention minor bathroom issues, but overall standards feel high.
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10
Bruce
Mar 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Well priced, excellent room, squeaky clean.
Well priced, excellent room, squeaky clean.
10
Judith
Jan 21, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
All of our rooms were clean, professional staff and amenities were top notch! Thank you
All of our rooms were clean, professional staff and amenities were top notch! Thank you
10
Ramnik
Jan 21, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Clean room But very compact Great staff
Clean room But very compact Great staff
8
neil
Nov 30, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely chalet nice and clean
Lovely chalet nice and clean
8
CLARKE
Nov 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean room, cool spot. Nice enough for 1 night.
Clean room, cool spot. Nice enough for 1 night.
10
Leanne
Sep 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Above and beyond service and friendliness. Our host was exceptional at check in, providing a complimentary fresh warmed blueberry muffin for each traveler. Rooms were warm, clean & comfortable. Common area spacious, friendly, very well equipped, with complementary coffee, vegetable soup (home made!), popcorn. Full kitchen. Also a gym and spa available. Our departure from the region was delayed, and we were allowed access to the common area after check out by the very generous host. HIGHLY recommended.
Above and beyond service and friendliness. Our host was exceptional at check in, providing a complimentary fresh warmed blueberry muffin for each traveler. Rooms were warm, clean & comfortable. Common area spacious, friendly, very well equipped, with complementary coffee, vegetable soup (home made!), popcorn. Full kitchen. Also a gym and spa available. Our departure from the region was delayed, and we were allowed access to the common area after check out by the very generous host. HIGHLY recommended.
10
Edipo Luiz
Sep 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Quarto , banheiro, cozinha impecáveis. Equipe maravilhosa, solícita, simpática. Tudo perfeito! Tem várias cortesias, como máquina de café, sopa e até pipoca. Atendimento nota 1000.
Quarto , banheiro, cozinha impecáveis. Equipe maravilhosa, solícita, simpática. Tudo perfeito! Tem várias cortesias, como máquina de café, sopa e até pipoca. Atendimento nota 1000.
8
Ronald
Nov 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff was very nice, responsive, and helpful! The room was small but very nice and clean. The kitchen we were able to use was great! The shared bathroom was good but showers were small. We would stay here again.
The staff was very nice, responsive, and helpful! The room was small but very nice and clean. The kitchen we were able to use was great! The shared bathroom was good but showers were small. We would stay here again.
10
Rachel
Oct 6, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Recently refurbed, very clean, tidy and warm, and lovely staff. Free popcorn in the kitchen a bonus!
Recently refurbed, very clean, tidy and warm, and lovely staff. Free popcorn in the kitchen a bonus!
10
Deanie
Mar 30, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
THIS PLACE IS EPIC!! Excellent! 100 stars. Stay HERE! Go HERE! Choose HERE! Omgosh where to start. ….. first of all the staff were LOVELY, so welcoming and warm and kind. And- get this- Free home made muffins handed to us upon check in!!!! They were delicious. Next, we were shown to our room, small, but very clean and cute. We did two twin beds and bathroom across hall. Bathroom was shiny and clean with hair dryer, straightener, shampoo and body wash. Towels- crisp white. So nice. It gets better… there is a shared kitchen and living / dining area. The night we arrived there was complimentary veggie soup! The kitchen is so clean - and has everything : three stoves, all the pots, pans and dishes one could dream of. There was a microwave, air frier( yes!! For real!) , I think I even saw a crepe maker 😆. The coffee was to die for. They had a cappuccino machine, but it used fresh ( real) milk, not this fake stuff. It made any kind of coffee one could imagine- all free! It was so lovely to come down early in the morning and enjoy a really good coffee in the clean quiet welcoming place. I would encourage anyone heading to the Fox Glacier or Franz Josef area to stay here. There was even a little BBQ area and a little weight area, with some machines and feee weights. It was lovely!!!!! We were thrilled ! Thank you!!!
THIS PLACE IS EPIC!! Excellent! 100 stars. Stay HERE! Go HERE! Choose HERE! Omgosh where to start. ….. first of all the staff were LOVELY, so welcoming and warm and kind. And- get this- Free home made muffins handed to us upon check in!!!! They were delicious. Next, we were shown to our room, small, but very clean and cute. We did two twin beds and bathroom across hall. Bathroom was shiny and clean with hair dryer, straightener, shampoo and body wash. Towels- crisp white. So nice. It gets better… there is a shared kitchen and living / dining area. The night we arrived there was complimentary veggie soup! The kitchen is so clean - and has everything : three stoves, all the pots, pans and dishes one could dream of. There was a microwave, air frier( yes!! For real!) , I think I even saw a crepe maker 😆. The coffee was to die for. They had a cappuccino machine, but it used fresh ( real) milk, not this fake stuff. It made any kind of coffee one could imagine- all free! It was so lovely to come down early in the morning and enjoy a really good coffee in the clean quiet welcoming place. I would encourage anyone heading to the Fox Glacier or Franz Josef area to stay here. There was even a little BBQ area and a little weight area, with some machines and feee weights. It was lovely!!!!! We were thrilled ! Thank you!!!
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Rooms
Rooms are generally compact, with very small bathrooms and sinks; some guests note noise from thin walls and warmth due to a lack of air conditioning. Positives include comfortable beds, pleasant decor, mountain views and in room streaming.
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Kevin
Feb 20, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Warm & friendly welcome. Lovely, spacious room with views of the mountains. Close to restaurants.
Warm & friendly welcome. Lovely, spacious room with views of the mountains. Close to restaurants.
8
Philip
Feb 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Location was great. The front desk staff friendly and suggested a great restaurant. Room had all amenities necessary and was a reasonable size. There were 2 problems. The first is thay our room was 1st floor right next to the front entry, so it was loud with people coming in late at night and departing early in the morning. What's worse is there is a picnic table just outside the window where people go to smoke and to drink. This is another source of noise outside normal quiet hours. The other problem is the bathroom sink. It is so small it's almost useless. Wash your face and the floor grts soaked.
Location was great. The front desk staff friendly and suggested a great restaurant. Room had all amenities necessary and was a reasonable size. There were 2 problems. The first is thay our room was 1st floor right next to the front entry, so it was loud with people coming in late at night and departing early in the morning. What's worse is there is a picnic table just outside the window where people go to smoke and to drink. This is another source of noise outside normal quiet hours. The other problem is the bathroom sink. It is so small it's almost useless. Wash your face and the floor grts soaked.
10
Lewis
Jul 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Warm and cozy, walls are a little thin we unfortunately had neighbors "pillow fighting" next door all night but otherwise good showers and comfy beds
Warm and cozy, walls are a little thin we unfortunately had neighbors "pillow fighting" next door all night but otherwise good showers and comfy beds
8
Kathleen
Apr 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location, the staff were very friendly and helpful. The onsite amenities in the shared kitchen were very nice. The rooms were a bit noisy but got quiet after 9 pm and the sinks are super tiny, otherwise it was a great choice for our two nights in the area.
Great location, the staff were very friendly and helpful. The onsite amenities in the shared kitchen were very nice. The rooms were a bit noisy but got quiet after 9 pm and the sinks are super tiny, otherwise it was a great choice for our two nights in the area.
10
Afronon
Mar 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The Thai lady staff (Khun Tuk) at the front desk is super helpful and friendly. Yes, of course I’m Thai so I felt warm welcome right away. The property is cozy, although the room size is a bit small but equipped with everything you want plus TV with streaming. Free popcorn and marshmallow in the canteen!! That’s very thoughtful. Love the place and only 5 min drive to glacier!!
The Thai lady staff (Khun Tuk) at the front desk is super helpful and friendly. Yes, of course I’m Thai so I felt warm welcome right away. The property is cozy, although the room size is a bit small but equipped with everything you want plus TV with streaming. Free popcorn and marshmallow in the canteen!! That’s very thoughtful. Love the place and only 5 min drive to glacier!!
8
Mareen
Feb 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Das gesamte Hotel war an sich sehr modern eingerichtet mit Liebe zu Details und einem guten Auge für Farben. Der Kamin war sehr schön und es hingen sehr schöne Bilder an den Wänden. Im Außenbereich gab es Sport- und Spielmöglichkeiten. Der Essbereich schien ordentlich und sauber. Super fanden wir, dass es kostenloses Popkorn im Küchenbereich gab. Wir hatten ein Studio mit Bergblick und einem Bad. Die Zimmergröße war gut, das Zimmer war sauber und ordentlich und sehr liebevoll gestaltet (die Möbel, Bilder und Farben passten gut zusammen, man hat gesehen, dass sich hier jemand Gedanken gemacht hat). Das Bad war leider recht klein und das Waschbecken wirklich winzig. Es gab dort kaum Ablagemöglichkeiten. In der Küchenzeile war alles Nötige vorhanden. Leider lag das Zimmer im Dachgeschloss (3. Stock), was recht warm war und man musste das ganze Gepäck über die Treppen hochtragen. In den unteren Bereichen scheinen nur Zimmer mit Gemeinschaftsbädern zu liegen. Was leider nachts gar nicht ging war, dass man ein lautes Geräusch und direkt neben dem Bett ein Vibrieren gehört/gemerkt. Auf das Problem mit dem Lärm im Zimmer wurde freundlich und kompetent reagiert. Leider sind nur wenige kostenlose Parkplätze direkt an der Unterkunft vorhanden, ggf. muss man an der Straße parken. Das Hotel hat eine gute Ausgangslage für Ausflüge zum Franz Josef oder Fox Glacier. Wir haben einen Frühstücksgutschein für ein Café in der Nähe erhalten. Die Auswahl (á la carte) sowie das Essen waren sehr gut.
Das gesamte Hotel war an sich sehr modern eingerichtet mit Liebe zu Details und einem guten Auge für Farben. Der Kamin war sehr schön und es hingen sehr schöne Bilder an den Wänden. Im Außenbereich gab es Sport- und Spielmöglichkeiten. Der Essbereich schien ordentlich und sauber. Super fanden wir, dass es kostenloses Popkorn im Küchenbereich gab. Wir hatten ein Studio mit Bergblick und einem Bad. Die Zimmergröße war gut, das Zimmer war sauber und ordentlich und sehr liebevoll gestaltet (die Möbel, Bilder und Farben passten gut zusammen, man hat gesehen, dass sich hier jemand Gedanken gemacht hat). Das Bad war leider recht klein und das Waschbecken wirklich winzig. Es gab dort kaum Ablagemöglichkeiten. In der Küchenzeile war alles Nötige vorhanden. Leider lag das Zimmer im Dachgeschloss (3. Stock), was recht warm war und man musste das ganze Gepäck über die Treppen hochtragen. In den unteren Bereichen scheinen nur Zimmer mit Gemeinschaftsbädern zu liegen. Was leider nachts gar nicht ging war, dass man ein lautes Geräusch und direkt neben dem Bett ein Vibrieren gehört/gemerkt. Auf das Problem mit dem Lärm im Zimmer wurde freundlich und kompetent reagiert. Leider sind nur wenige kostenlose Parkplätze direkt an der Unterkunft vorhanden, ggf. muss man an der Straße parken. Das Hotel hat eine gute Ausgangslage für Ausflüge zum Franz Josef oder Fox Glacier. Wir haben einen Frühstücksgutschein für ein Café in der Nähe erhalten. Die Auswahl (á la carte) sowie das Essen waren sehr gut.
8
Christina M
Oct 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A nicely appointed large room with tiny bathroom. We were on the third floor and no lift, (I wasn't aware this was the case at the time of booking). However the view from the window was impressive. The hotel had a convenient laundry service which we used.
A nicely appointed large room with tiny bathroom. We were on the third floor and no lift, (I wasn't aware this was the case at the time of booking). However the view from the window was impressive. The hotel had a convenient laundry service which we used.
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Maria
Nov 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Tiny tiny rooms
Tiny tiny rooms
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Ramnik
Jan 21, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Clean room But very compact Great staff
Clean room But very compact Great staff
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Ching Yin Alanis
Dec 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Although the room was small, it was well equipped with everything we needed. The common kitchen provided all the utensils, making it convenient for us to prepare meals. The staff were friendly and accommodating, and the check-in process was smooth even though we arrived late. Overall, a comfortable stay
Although the room was small, it was well equipped with everything we needed. The common kitchen provided all the utensils, making it convenient for us to prepare meals. The staff were friendly and accommodating, and the check-in process was smooth even though we arrived late. Overall, a comfortable stay
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Service
Service is frequently described as warm, helpful and accommodating, with flexible check in, after hours assistance and thoughtful treats like muffins or scones. A few guests report booking or communication hiccups.
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Udo
Mar 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very friendly staff
Very friendly staff
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Angela
Apr 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The stand-out place we stayed on our travels - brilliant staff, lovely room, great facilities, beautifully decorated... but it was the little things like fresh muffins and water bottles when we arrived and help getting our luggage up to the top floor that really made the difference. Highly recommended!
The stand-out place we stayed on our travels - brilliant staff, lovely room, great facilities, beautifully decorated... but it was the little things like fresh muffins and water bottles when we arrived and help getting our luggage up to the top floor that really made the difference. Highly recommended!
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Natalie
Dec 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
More amenities than we expected which was a pleasant surprise. We also arrived earlier than expected and the staff were completely accommodating and ready to check us in early. We were very thankful after a long drive.
More amenities than we expected which was a pleasant surprise. We also arrived earlier than expected and the staff were completely accommodating and ready to check us in early. We were very thankful after a long drive.
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Di
Apr 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We arrived & it was raining. The young lady explained everything & showed us our room & it was on the 3rd floor. So she helped us take our bags upstairs & then gave us complimentary muffins which were warm & delicious after our 5 hour road trip. The room was warm & cosy & very clean & comfortable with a terrific view. Would highly recommend.
We arrived & it was raining. The young lady explained everything & showed us our room & it was on the 3rd floor. So she helped us take our bags upstairs & then gave us complimentary muffins which were warm & delicious after our 5 hour road trip. The room was warm & cosy & very clean & comfortable with a terrific view. Would highly recommend.
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Howard
Oct 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
即使過了櫃台服務時間，員工仍然熱心地在我們入住時提供協助，非常感謝
即使過了櫃台服務時間，員工仍然熱心地在我們入住時提供協助，非常感謝
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William
Jan 20, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We had booked via Expedia. First of all they gave one of our group the wrong room saying they could only stay one night then they figured it out and had to move. Then the next day they said we had to pay more. They backed down when I showed the booking email (again). Then to cap it off they said the bbq was available but when we came to use it it was not set up. We had bought food and everything. To be fair they did bring another bbq and we got set up. 3 other guests then came and used the bbq. Maybe they should have the set up !
We had booked via Expedia. First of all they gave one of our group the wrong room saying they could only stay one night then they figured it out and had to move. Then the next day they said we had to pay more. They backed down when I showed the booking email (again). Then to cap it off they said the bbq was available but when we came to use it it was not set up. We had bought food and everything. To be fair they did bring another bbq and we got set up. 3 other guests then came and used the bbq. Maybe they should have the set up !
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Brett
Mar 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Our stay in Wild Kea Lodge exceeded expectations. The staff and owner were friendly and generous and ensured our stay in Franz Josef was memorable. We recommend Wild Kea Lodge and the associated businesses The Landing hotel and Running Beans Cafe highly. Thank you for a very pleasant stay.
Our stay in Wild Kea Lodge exceeded expectations. The staff and owner were friendly and generous and ensured our stay in Franz Josef was memorable. We recommend Wild Kea Lodge and the associated businesses The Landing hotel and Running Beans Cafe highly. Thank you for a very pleasant stay.
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Leanne
Sep 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Above and beyond service and friendliness. Our host was exceptional at check in, providing a complimentary fresh warmed blueberry muffin for each traveler. Rooms were warm, clean & comfortable. Common area spacious, friendly, very well equipped, with complementary coffee, vegetable soup (home made!), popcorn. Full kitchen. Also a gym and spa available. Our departure from the region was delayed, and we were allowed access to the common area after check out by the very generous host. HIGHLY recommended.
Above and beyond service and friendliness. Our host was exceptional at check in, providing a complimentary fresh warmed blueberry muffin for each traveler. Rooms were warm, clean & comfortable. Common area spacious, friendly, very well equipped, with complementary coffee, vegetable soup (home made!), popcorn. Full kitchen. Also a gym and spa available. Our departure from the region was delayed, and we were allowed access to the common area after check out by the very generous host. HIGHLY recommended.
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Ching Yin Alanis
Dec 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Although the room was small, it was well equipped with everything we needed. The common kitchen provided all the utensils, making it convenient for us to prepare meals. The staff were friendly and accommodating, and the check-in process was smooth even though we arrived late. Overall, a comfortable stay
Although the room was small, it was well equipped with everything we needed. The common kitchen provided all the utensils, making it convenient for us to prepare meals. The staff were friendly and accommodating, and the check-in process was smooth even though we arrived late. Overall, a comfortable stay
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Donna
Nov 5, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Joy, at the front desk has been one of the most helpful and friendly people I have ever experience who checked me in to my accommodation. Added an extra nights stay with no hassle. I ended up saying 3 nights. Joy was professionally and very kind. I have experienced some rude nad dispissive front of house people. So this was such a refreshing contrasts. Nothing was too much bother. As a single female traveller she made my stay easy. Thank you Joy
Joy, at the front desk has been one of the most helpful and friendly people I have ever experience who checked me in to my accommodation. Added an extra nights stay with no hassle. I ended up saying 3 nights. Joy was professionally and very kind. I have experienced some rude nad dispissive front of house people. So this was such a refreshing contrasts. Nothing was too much bother. As a single female traveller she made my stay easy. Thank you Joy
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Location
Central and walkable location close to restaurants, tours and amenities, and a convenient base for visiting the glaciers. Several mention scenic mountain views.
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Joanna
Mar 3, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Wild Kea Lodge was perfect for our 2 night stay in Franz Josef. Our comfort room was a good base for exploring the area. The communal kitchen and dining area was really handy. The lodge is in the centre of the township so really convenient for amenities.
Wild Kea Lodge was perfect for our 2 night stay in Franz Josef. Our comfort room was a good base for exploring the area. The communal kitchen and dining area was really handy. The lodge is in the centre of the township so really convenient for amenities.
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Kevin
Feb 20, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Warm & friendly welcome. Lovely, spacious room with views of the mountains. Close to restaurants.
Warm & friendly welcome. Lovely, spacious room with views of the mountains. Close to restaurants.
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Kathleen
Apr 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location, the staff were very friendly and helpful. The onsite amenities in the shared kitchen were very nice. The rooms were a bit noisy but got quiet after 9 pm and the sinks are super tiny, otherwise it was a great choice for our two nights in the area.
Great location, the staff were very friendly and helpful. The onsite amenities in the shared kitchen were very nice. The rooms were a bit noisy but got quiet after 9 pm and the sinks are super tiny, otherwise it was a great choice for our two nights in the area.
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Afronon
Mar 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The Thai lady staff (Khun Tuk) at the front desk is super helpful and friendly. Yes, of course I’m Thai so I felt warm welcome right away. The property is cozy, although the room size is a bit small but equipped with everything you want plus TV with streaming. Free popcorn and marshmallow in the canteen!! That’s very thoughtful. Love the place and only 5 min drive to glacier!!
The Thai lady staff (Khun Tuk) at the front desk is super helpful and friendly. Yes, of course I’m Thai so I felt warm welcome right away. The property is cozy, although the room size is a bit small but equipped with everything you want plus TV with streaming. Free popcorn and marshmallow in the canteen!! That’s very thoughtful. Love the place and only 5 min drive to glacier!!
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Tom
Sep 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We weren't expecting much from this lodge given the low price. But it hugely exceeded our expectations. On arrival at 7pm after a long drive, it was easy to find and park. The receptionist gave us a welcome that was so friendly and enthusiastic, it put most other hotels to shame. While the room was quite small and the bathroom shared (as we'd expected), it was nice and warm, giving us an instant boost on a cold night, and the bed was extremely comfortable. The location couldn't have been better, with a range of decent restaurants within a short walking distance. There was a large kitchen and common room area with free tea, coffee and popcorn, outside there was a hot tub you could use up till 10pm, and the atmosphere overall felt more like we were staying a high-end hotel than somewhere cheap, even though we'd paid just £28 for two people. I would heartily recommend this lodge.
We weren't expecting much from this lodge given the low price. But it hugely exceeded our expectations. On arrival at 7pm after a long drive, it was easy to find and park. The receptionist gave us a welcome that was so friendly and enthusiastic, it put most other hotels to shame. While the room was quite small and the bathroom shared (as we'd expected), it was nice and warm, giving us an instant boost on a cold night, and the bed was extremely comfortable. The location couldn't have been better, with a range of decent restaurants within a short walking distance. There was a large kitchen and common room area with free tea, coffee and popcorn, outside there was a hot tub you could use up till 10pm, and the atmosphere overall felt more like we were staying a high-end hotel than somewhere cheap, even though we'd paid just £28 for two people. I would heartily recommend this lodge.
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Richard
Apr 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This was a hostel type hotel with private rooms available with on suite. close to the town (5 minutes walk) the room was very comfortable and nicely decorated. Air conditioning was available and good. Bath room was a bit small but the shower was really good and hot water plentiful. The views from the property were breathtaking especially the snow-capped mountains all around.
This was a hostel type hotel with private rooms available with on suite. close to the town (5 minutes walk) the room was very comfortable and nicely decorated. Air conditioning was available and good. Bath room was a bit small but the shower was really good and hot water plentiful. The views from the property were breathtaking especially the snow-capped mountains all around.
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William
Mar 18, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great dining / kitchen area Easy access to all tours in Franz Josef
Great dining / kitchen area Easy access to all tours in Franz Josef
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Cynthia
Mar 11, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location, very walkable, helpful folks! The only problem was the broken drain in our shower and an AC would have been nice. Thank you!
Great location, very walkable, helpful folks! The only problem was the broken drain in our shower and an AC would have been nice. Thank you!
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Zack
Jan 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The lodge was beautiful and had a great view! We walked into town to grab breakfast and dinner. I didnt realize the room I picked had shared bathrooms but it worked out for the night we stayed. Highly recommend staying
The lodge was beautiful and had a great view! We walked into town to grab breakfast and dinner. I didnt realize the room I picked had shared bathrooms but it worked out for the night we stayed. Highly recommend staying
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Stewart
Apr 14, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Location
Location
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Dining
There is no detailed on site restaurant feedback, but guests love the complimentary homemade soup, muffins or scones, quality coffee and popcorn, with occasional breakfast vouchers for nearby cafes.
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Mareen
Feb 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Das gesamte Hotel war an sich sehr modern eingerichtet mit Liebe zu Details und einem guten Auge für Farben. Der Kamin war sehr schön und es hingen sehr schöne Bilder an den Wänden. Im Außenbereich gab es Sport- und Spielmöglichkeiten. Der Essbereich schien ordentlich und sauber. Super fanden wir, dass es kostenloses Popkorn im Küchenbereich gab. Wir hatten ein Studio mit Bergblick und einem Bad. Die Zimmergröße war gut, das Zimmer war sauber und ordentlich und sehr liebevoll gestaltet (die Möbel, Bilder und Farben passten gut zusammen, man hat gesehen, dass sich hier jemand Gedanken gemacht hat). Das Bad war leider recht klein und das Waschbecken wirklich winzig. Es gab dort kaum Ablagemöglichkeiten. In der Küchenzeile war alles Nötige vorhanden. Leider lag das Zimmer im Dachgeschloss (3. Stock), was recht warm war und man musste das ganze Gepäck über die Treppen hochtragen. In den unteren Bereichen scheinen nur Zimmer mit Gemeinschaftsbädern zu liegen. Was leider nachts gar nicht ging war, dass man ein lautes Geräusch und direkt neben dem Bett ein Vibrieren gehört/gemerkt. Auf das Problem mit dem Lärm im Zimmer wurde freundlich und kompetent reagiert. Leider sind nur wenige kostenlose Parkplätze direkt an der Unterkunft vorhanden, ggf. muss man an der Straße parken. Das Hotel hat eine gute Ausgangslage für Ausflüge zum Franz Josef oder Fox Glacier. Wir haben einen Frühstücksgutschein für ein Café in der Nähe erhalten. Die Auswahl (á la carte) sowie das Essen waren sehr gut.
Das gesamte Hotel war an sich sehr modern eingerichtet mit Liebe zu Details und einem guten Auge für Farben. Der Kamin war sehr schön und es hingen sehr schöne Bilder an den Wänden. Im Außenbereich gab es Sport- und Spielmöglichkeiten. Der Essbereich schien ordentlich und sauber. Super fanden wir, dass es kostenloses Popkorn im Küchenbereich gab. Wir hatten ein Studio mit Bergblick und einem Bad. Die Zimmergröße war gut, das Zimmer war sauber und ordentlich und sehr liebevoll gestaltet (die Möbel, Bilder und Farben passten gut zusammen, man hat gesehen, dass sich hier jemand Gedanken gemacht hat). Das Bad war leider recht klein und das Waschbecken wirklich winzig. Es gab dort kaum Ablagemöglichkeiten. In der Küchenzeile war alles Nötige vorhanden. Leider lag das Zimmer im Dachgeschloss (3. Stock), was recht warm war und man musste das ganze Gepäck über die Treppen hochtragen. In den unteren Bereichen scheinen nur Zimmer mit Gemeinschaftsbädern zu liegen. Was leider nachts gar nicht ging war, dass man ein lautes Geräusch und direkt neben dem Bett ein Vibrieren gehört/gemerkt. Auf das Problem mit dem Lärm im Zimmer wurde freundlich und kompetent reagiert. Leider sind nur wenige kostenlose Parkplätze direkt an der Unterkunft vorhanden, ggf. muss man an der Straße parken. Das Hotel hat eine gute Ausgangslage für Ausflüge zum Franz Josef oder Fox Glacier. Wir haben einen Frühstücksgutschein für ein Café in der Nähe erhalten. Die Auswahl (á la carte) sowie das Essen waren sehr gut.
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ERIC
Feb 22, 2025
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Un superbe établissement, vraiment très propre.l' accueil par charmante personne qui aime ce qu'elle fait.la propreté est irréprochable,il y a même une machine à popcorn et à café automatique. Franchement un très bon hébergement
Un superbe établissement, vraiment très propre.l' accueil par charmante personne qui aime ce qu'elle fait.la propreté est irréprochable,il y a même une machine à popcorn et à café automatique. Franchement un très bon hébergement
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Sue
Feb 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent facilities and shared kitchen and lounge. Free coffee machine Coffee and free popcorn. The God was very comfortable in our ensuite room. Shower pressure, and good to have two bottles of complementary water in our room. Very friendly staff and so nice to receive complimentary warm scone with jam and butter on arrival
Excellent facilities and shared kitchen and lounge. Free coffee machine Coffee and free popcorn. The God was very comfortable in our ensuite room. Shower pressure, and good to have two bottles of complementary water in our room. Very friendly staff and so nice to receive complimentary warm scone with jam and butter on arrival
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Mark
Feb 23, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
From the moment we were greeted with warm muffins with butter and jam, we knew we were in a great place. It got better. The place was smart, modern and clean. The shared kitchen was well equipped. And the staff were brilliant.
From the moment we were greeted with warm muffins with butter and jam, we knew we were in a great place. It got better. The place was smart, modern and clean. The shared kitchen was well equipped. And the staff were brilliant.
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Søren
Feb 9, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Fint hotel og hjælpsomt personale - men vi havde booket værelse med eget bad. Det fik vi ikke. Til gengæld fik vi voucher til morgenmad og kaffe
Fint hotel og hjælpsomt personale - men vi havde booket værelse med eget bad. Det fik vi ikke. Til gengæld fik vi voucher til morgenmad og kaffe
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Leanne
Sep 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Above and beyond service and friendliness. Our host was exceptional at check in, providing a complimentary fresh warmed blueberry muffin for each traveler. Rooms were warm, clean & comfortable. Common area spacious, friendly, very well equipped, with complementary coffee, vegetable soup (home made!), popcorn. Full kitchen. Also a gym and spa available. Our departure from the region was delayed, and we were allowed access to the common area after check out by the very generous host. HIGHLY recommended.
Above and beyond service and friendliness. Our host was exceptional at check in, providing a complimentary fresh warmed blueberry muffin for each traveler. Rooms were warm, clean & comfortable. Common area spacious, friendly, very well equipped, with complementary coffee, vegetable soup (home made!), popcorn. Full kitchen. Also a gym and spa available. Our departure from the region was delayed, and we were allowed access to the common area after check out by the very generous host. HIGHLY recommended.
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Edipo Luiz
Sep 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Quarto , banheiro, cozinha impecáveis. Equipe maravilhosa, solícita, simpática. Tudo perfeito! Tem várias cortesias, como máquina de café, sopa e até pipoca. Atendimento nota 1000.
Quarto , banheiro, cozinha impecáveis. Equipe maravilhosa, solícita, simpática. Tudo perfeito! Tem várias cortesias, como máquina de café, sopa e até pipoca. Atendimento nota 1000.
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Peter
Oct 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Has Netflix and Youtube in rooms. Free coffee, hot chocolate, soup, and POPCORN. What more could you want!
Has Netflix and Youtube in rooms. Free coffee, hot chocolate, soup, and POPCORN. What more could you want!
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Hilary
Feb 16, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Mixing with other people in communal areas, free coffee machine, Brollies available for wet weather. Discount at partner restaurants was appreciated. Fans provided to help with the heat. However as our room was above the communal bathroom we were disturbed as people forgot to switch off the light/extractor fan when they left which caused noise and vibration of the fan in our room.
Mixing with other people in communal areas, free coffee machine, Brollies available for wet weather. Discount at partner restaurants was appreciated. Fans provided to help with the heat. However as our room was above the communal bathroom we were disturbed as people forgot to switch off the light/extractor fan when they left which caused noise and vibration of the fan in our room.
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Deanie
Mar 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
THIS PLACE IS EPIC!! Excellent! 100 stars. Stay HERE! Go HERE! Choose HERE! Omgosh where to start. ….. first of all the staff were LOVELY, so welcoming and warm and kind. And- get this- Free home made muffins handed to us upon check in!!!! They were delicious. Next, we were shown to our room, small, but very clean and cute. We did two twin beds and bathroom across hall. Bathroom was shiny and clean with hair dryer, straightener, shampoo and body wash. Towels- crisp white. So nice. It gets better… there is a shared kitchen and living / dining area. The night we arrived there was complimentary veggie soup! The kitchen is so clean - and has everything : three stoves, all the pots, pans and dishes one could dream of. There was a microwave, air frier( yes!! For real!) , I think I even saw a crepe maker 😆. The coffee was to die for. They had a cappuccino machine, but it used fresh ( real) milk, not this fake stuff. It made any kind of coffee one could imagine- all free! It was so lovely to come down early in the morning and enjoy a really good coffee in the clean quiet welcoming place. I would encourage anyone heading to the Fox Glacier or Franz Josef area to stay here. There was even a little BBQ area and a little weight area, with some machines and feee weights. It was lovely!!!!! We were thrilled ! Thank you!!!
THIS PLACE IS EPIC!! Excellent! 100 stars. Stay HERE! Go HERE! Choose HERE! Omgosh where to start. ….. first of all the staff were LOVELY, so welcoming and warm and kind. And- get this- Free home made muffins handed to us upon check in!!!! They were delicious. Next, we were shown to our room, small, but very clean and cute. We did two twin beds and bathroom across hall. Bathroom was shiny and clean with hair dryer, straightener, shampoo and body wash. Towels- crisp white. So nice. It gets better… there is a shared kitchen and living / dining area. The night we arrived there was complimentary veggie soup! The kitchen is so clean - and has everything : three stoves, all the pots, pans and dishes one could dream of. There was a microwave, air frier( yes!! For real!) , I think I even saw a crepe maker 😆. The coffee was to die for. They had a cappuccino machine, but it used fresh ( real) milk, not this fake stuff. It made any kind of coffee one could imagine- all free! It was so lovely to come down early in the morning and enjoy a really good coffee in the clean quiet welcoming place. I would encourage anyone heading to the Fox Glacier or Franz Josef area to stay here. There was even a little BBQ area and a little weight area, with some machines and feee weights. It was lovely!!!!! We were thrilled ! Thank you!!!
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FAQs about Franz Josef Montrose Hostel Lodge
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site, but it is limited.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and check-out is at 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and should be arranged in advance.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific details about room accessibility are not provided.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Franz Josef Glacier, just 0.1 km from Te Wahipounamu and within a 5-minute walk of Our Lady of the Alps. Other nearby attractions include the Westcoast Wildlife Centre (0.3 km) and St James Anglican Church (0.5 km).
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The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 8 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
- The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Cashless transactions are available
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Popular amenities
Free Wi-Fi
Safe-Deposit Box
Picnic Area/Tables
Luggage Storage
Free Breakfast
Barbecue Grill (s)
Services
Safe-Deposit Box
Luggage Storage
Front Desk (limited hours)
Laundry Facilities
Tours/Ticket Assistance
Parking
Parking (Self) (free)
Parking (Limited)
Activities
Library
Terrace
General
Picnic Area/Tables
Free Breakfast
Barbecue Grill (s)
Coffee/Tea in Common Areas
Smoke-Free Property
Not Wheelchair Accessible
Internet
Free Wi-Fi
Internet (Wired) (free)