Franz Josef Oasis
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From
US$118
/ night
About this property
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This hotel also features shopping on site, a fireplace in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance.
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This hotel also features shopping on site, a fireplace in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and multilingual staff. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
At Franz Josef Oasis, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
Rooms
Stay in one of 20 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
When you stay at Franz Josef Oasis in Franz Josef Glacier, you'll be in a national park, within a 5-minute drive of Te Wahipounamu and Lake Mapourika. This hotel is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Waiho Hot Tubs and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Westcoast Wildlife Centre.
What's nearby
Te Wahipounamu(0.7 Miles)
Lake Mapourika(2.1 Miles)
Glacier Hot Pools(2.9 Miles)
Waiho Hot Tubs(2.9 Miles)
Westcoast Wildlife Centre(3.1 Miles)
Our Lady of the Alps(3.2 Miles)
St James Anglican Church(3.4 Miles)
Waiho Bailey Bridge(3.5 Miles)
Sentinel Rock(5.8 Miles)
Alex Knob(5.8 Miles)
Lake Wahapo - Wahapako(8.3 Miles)
Andris Apse Wilderness Gallery(14.1 Miles)
Te Koha Gallery(17.3 Miles)
Fox Glacier Guiding(17.6 Miles)
Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest(17.7 Miles)
The preferred airport for Franz Josef Oasis is Hokitika (HKK)(81.4 Miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Tour desk
Housekeeping
Safe-deposit box
Location
Franz Josef Highway 6, Franz Josef Glacier, Westland Tai Poutini National Park, New Zealand
Te Wahipounamu (0.7 Miles)
Lake Mapourika (2.1 Miles)
Glacier Hot Pools (2.9 Miles)
Waiho Hot Tubs (2.9 Miles)
Westcoast Wildlife Centre (3.1 Miles)
Our Lady of the Alps (3.2 Miles)
Room options
7
Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
323 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private BathroomFireplace
6
Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
323 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private BathroomFireplace
6
Premium Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
377 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private BathroomPrivate Spa TubFireplace
10
Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
323 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
Guest reviews of Franz Josef Oasis
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Based on 702 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
1%
Couple
77%
Family
12%
Group
5%
Solo
3%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Franz Josef Oasis, travellers highlight spacious, very clean rooms and a peaceful setting just outside town, with friendly, welcoming staff and a simple continental breakfast that most enjoy, plus pleasant garden or mountain outlooks from some rooms.
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At Franz Josef Oasis, travellers highlight spacious, very clean rooms and a peaceful setting just outside town, with friendly, welcoming staff and a simple continental breakfast that most enjoy, plus pleasant garden or mountain outlooks from some rooms.
The property sits a few kilometres from Franz Josef township, so guests usually drive for dining and activities, and many appreciate the quiet at night. Common tradeoffs include limited air conditioning in many rooms and ventilation or privacy issues for rooms facing walkways or the car park. A few note short breakfast hours or limited front desk availability, but check‑in and service are widely praised. Expect a calm, comfortable stay if you have a car.
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Facilities
Grounds are tranquil with garden and pond outlooks, ample parking, and useful touches like guest laundry, fireplaces, and jetted tubs. Many rooms lack air conditioning and windows often have no insect screens.
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C J
27 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Fräscht hotell på landet längs Highway 6 och ca 4 km norr om Franz Josef Glacier samhälle där det finns reatauranger etc. Väldigt fräscht men ingen uteplats och ingen air conditioning drar ner betyget, speciellt med tanke på priset per natt.
Fräscht hotell på landet längs Highway 6 och ca 4 km norr om Franz Josef Glacier samhälle där det finns reatauranger etc. Väldigt fräscht men ingen uteplats och ingen air conditioning drar ner betyget, speciellt med tanke på priset per natt.
10
Donna
17 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The rooms were spotless, containing a bath with jets and overhead shower. Great water pressure. Located 10 mins from the town in a nice quiet location. The lady at reception was very friendly and helpful and gave us tips where to eat. The gentleman at breakfast was very polite and friendly. The hotel also has a 24 hr laundry with a honesty box available but we didn’t use it.
The rooms were spotless, containing a bath with jets and overhead shower. Great water pressure. Located 10 mins from the town in a nice quiet location. The lady at reception was very friendly and helpful and gave us tips where to eat. The gentleman at breakfast was very polite and friendly. The hotel also has a 24 hr laundry with a honesty box available but we didn’t use it.
10
William
22 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
What a well appointed rook. The jacuzzi tub was a highlight. The front grass area with the walkway and chairs was great.
What a well appointed rook. The jacuzzi tub was a highlight. The front grass area with the walkway and chairs was great.
8
Todd
15 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Property was located a few kilometers north of town. Lovely view out the back of the complex over a green pasture and pond. Room was spacious with Scandinavian style architecture and furniture. Center of the complex held the reception desk and breakfast buffet tables. You can sit outside on the deck
Property was located a few kilometers north of town. Lovely view out the back of the complex over a green pasture and pond. Room was spacious with Scandinavian style architecture and furniture. Center of the complex held the reception desk and breakfast buffet tables. You can sit outside on the deck
10
Harmeet
24 Feb 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Beautiful, spacious, bright room. Very comfortable bed and lovely spa in the bathroom. The gardens and views are spectacular. Staff are very polite, friendly, and informative. Breakfast was great as well. Highly recommended!
Beautiful, spacious, bright room. Very comfortable bed and lovely spa in the bathroom. The gardens and views are spectacular. Staff are very polite, friendly, and informative. Breakfast was great as well. Highly recommended!
4
Teresita
22 Dec 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff was super nice and the breakfast was good. The room is very basic. We were told that only 4 rooms have AC. Our room did not have AC. It was hot and had mosquitoes bothering us all night. If you opened the window, more mosquitoes would come in since they have no screens. They had a small table fan in the room but we started sneezing after turning it on. We got very little sleep and checked out after one night.
The staff was super nice and the breakfast was good. The room is very basic. We were told that only 4 rooms have AC. Our room did not have AC. It was hot and had mosquitoes bothering us all night. If you opened the window, more mosquitoes would come in since they have no screens. They had a small table fan in the room but we started sneezing after turning it on. We got very little sleep and checked out after one night.
10
Rachel
31 Jan 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely bedroom / bathroom. Bed was huge and comfy with lovely bedding. Loved the double sink in the bathroom which was spacious. Nice amenities. Fabulous view of pond from our room. Great parking. Breakfast was simple but delicious. Hotel has a deal with some local restaurants who pick you up and drop you back. That was great so we didn’t have to drive. We ate at Blue ice which was fantastic. We had such a great 2 night stay. Oh and not forgetting the Nespresso machine in our room! What a bonus!!
Lovely bedroom / bathroom. Bed was huge and comfy with lovely bedding. Loved the double sink in the bathroom which was spacious. Nice amenities. Fabulous view of pond from our room. Great parking. Breakfast was simple but delicious. Hotel has a deal with some local restaurants who pick you up and drop you back. That was great so we didn’t have to drive. We ate at Blue ice which was fantastic. We had such a great 2 night stay. Oh and not forgetting the Nespresso machine in our room! What a bonus!!
10
Tony
11 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Angela was a superb host. So warm and welcoming. The rooms are excellent with lots of thought put in to the little things that make a stay special like - the fireplace in the room and the comfy lounge chairs. Definitely the best place we have stayed during our two weeks roadtrip around the South Island.
Angela was a superb host. So warm and welcoming. The rooms are excellent with lots of thought put in to the little things that make a stay special like - the fireplace in the room and the comfy lounge chairs. Definitely the best place we have stayed during our two weeks roadtrip around the South Island.
6
Sandra
17 Feb 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean property, spacious room and very nice breakfast. Our room looked out over the lawn and pond, however, because the walkway for the rooms is right next to the building, curtains need to be closed for privacy. This diminished the property and surrounding area significantly. There was no A/C, just a small fan, and the windows could not be kept open because there are no screens. Overall, we did not feel it lived up to the hype.
Clean property, spacious room and very nice breakfast. Our room looked out over the lawn and pond, however, because the walkway for the rooms is right next to the building, curtains need to be closed for privacy. This diminished the property and surrounding area significantly. There was no A/C, just a small fan, and the windows could not be kept open because there are no screens. Overall, we did not feel it lived up to the hype.
10
Jan
9 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great accommodation. Looked very new and clean. Located a couple of kms out of town so very quiet and peaceful. Included continental breakfast. Overall rate highly. Suggestion to have background music in restaurant area to give it some atmosphere.
Great accommodation. Looked very new and clean. Located a couple of kms out of town so very quiet and peaceful. Included continental breakfast. Overall rate highly. Suggestion to have background music in restaurant area to give it some atmosphere.
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Cleanliness
Rooms are consistently described as very clean and well maintained. A rare review reported significant cleanliness issues.
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Donna
17 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The rooms were spotless, containing a bath with jets and overhead shower. Great water pressure. Located 10 mins from the town in a nice quiet location. The lady at reception was very friendly and helpful and gave us tips where to eat. The gentleman at breakfast was very polite and friendly. The hotel also has a 24 hr laundry with a honesty box available but we didn’t use it.
The rooms were spotless, containing a bath with jets and overhead shower. Great water pressure. Located 10 mins from the town in a nice quiet location. The lady at reception was very friendly and helpful and gave us tips where to eat. The gentleman at breakfast was very polite and friendly. The hotel also has a 24 hr laundry with a honesty box available but we didn’t use it.
6
John
25 Feb 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Basic clean motel with complimentary continental breakfast and good bed.
Basic clean motel with complimentary continental breakfast and good bed.
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Laura
9 Jan 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This is a jewel of a hotel! We booked it last minute and it has been one of our favorites on this trip. Very clean and spacious. Highly recommend this hotel
This is a jewel of a hotel! We booked it last minute and it has been one of our favorites on this trip. Very clean and spacious. Highly recommend this hotel
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Claudia
20 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very disappointed. Room smelled moldy and aggravated my allergies.. but no Kleenex available. Food crumbs on chairs and floor. Counter had food smears and fridge was flooded because it was turned down to lowest setting and had defrosted all over inside..bag of defrosted food in freezer compartment that I had to clean out before using it. Drawer that held coffee and biscuits had flies flying out of it when I opened it, so we didn’t use any of it. Bathtub needed a good scrubbing..but I didn’t get the mold ring off..Even hand soap container had visible dirt on it. All in all, embarrassing terrible.
Very disappointed. Room smelled moldy and aggravated my allergies.. but no Kleenex available. Food crumbs on chairs and floor. Counter had food smears and fridge was flooded because it was turned down to lowest setting and had defrosted all over inside..bag of defrosted food in freezer compartment that I had to clean out before using it. Drawer that held coffee and biscuits had flies flying out of it when I opened it, so we didn’t use any of it. Bathtub needed a good scrubbing..but I didn’t get the mold ring off..Even hand soap container had visible dirt on it. All in all, embarrassing terrible.
10
Kristina
28 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Large exceptionally clean room
Large exceptionally clean room
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xander
25 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I had a wonderful stay at Franz Josef Oasis. The property is quiet, cozy, and conveniently close to the glacier. The room was clean, spacious, and very comfortable. The owner was incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made the stay even more enjoyable. Overall, a great experience — I would definitely stay here again when visiting Franz Josef.
I had a wonderful stay at Franz Josef Oasis. The property is quiet, cozy, and conveniently close to the glacier. The room was clean, spacious, and very comfortable. The owner was incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made the stay even more enjoyable. Overall, a great experience — I would definitely stay here again when visiting Franz Josef.
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David
30 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very friendly staff. Rooms are excellent and very clean. Breakfast also excellent. I would highly recommend this hotel.
Very friendly staff. Rooms are excellent and very clean. Breakfast also excellent. I would highly recommend this hotel.
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Pierre
19 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Chambre très propre, hôte des plus poli, emplacement idéal pour la tranquillité. Superbe !!
Chambre très propre, hôte des plus poli, emplacement idéal pour la tranquillité. Superbe !!
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Simon
26 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was very clean and comfortable but a bit bland for the size and cost. Could be much improved with a coffee machine or plunger and a couple of paintings on the bare walls. Continental breakfast fairly basic but reasonable. Nice outlook from the room.
Room was very clean and comfortable but a bit bland for the size and cost. Could be much improved with a coffee machine or plunger and a couple of paintings on the bare walls. Continental breakfast fairly basic but reasonable. Nice outlook from the room.
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Mandeep
26 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We had a wonderful 1-night stay at the Franz Joseph Oasis. Everything from our check in when we arrived to cleanliness of the room and staff responsiveness to our every question was wonderful. The young lady at the front desk is wonderful and took care of us with a smile. A must consider hotel if you are visiting Franz Joseph.
We had a wonderful 1-night stay at the Franz Joseph Oasis. Everything from our check in when we arrived to cleanliness of the room and staff responsiveness to our every question was wonderful. The young lady at the front desk is wonderful and took care of us with a smile. A must consider hotel if you are visiting Franz Joseph.
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Rooms
Rooms are large, modern and comfortable, with some offering scenic garden or mountain views and features like fireplaces or spa baths. Several guests noted limited ventilation or no air conditioning, and some rooms face walkways or the car park, reducing privacy or views.
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C J
27 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Fräscht hotell på landet längs Highway 6 och ca 4 km norr om Franz Josef Glacier samhälle där det finns reatauranger etc. Väldigt fräscht men ingen uteplats och ingen air conditioning drar ner betyget, speciellt med tanke på priset per natt.
Fräscht hotell på landet längs Highway 6 och ca 4 km norr om Franz Josef Glacier samhälle där det finns reatauranger etc. Väldigt fräscht men ingen uteplats och ingen air conditioning drar ner betyget, speciellt med tanke på priset per natt.
10
Jeff
21 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
At first l thought this going to be bad , but the check in was flawless. The room was extremely nice. Sitting outside watching the sunset and clouds flowing through the mountains was so refreshing. The stars were incredible. Finally the breakfast granola choices were excellent. Ate twice. 5star
At first l thought this going to be bad , but the check in was flawless. The room was extremely nice. Sitting outside watching the sunset and clouds flowing through the mountains was so refreshing. The stars were incredible. Finally the breakfast granola choices were excellent. Ate twice. 5star
10
Susan
24 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This was probably our favorite place to stay in New Zealand. It's out of town so you definitely need a car, but the rooms are HUGE and modern and comfortable and immaculate. Unbelievably quiet at night. Breakfast was fantastic, fresh and delicious with a nice variety. The person who managed check-in was friendly and helpful. Would stay here again in a heartbeat.
This was probably our favorite place to stay in New Zealand. It's out of town so you definitely need a car, but the rooms are HUGE and modern and comfortable and immaculate. Unbelievably quiet at night. Breakfast was fantastic, fresh and delicious with a nice variety. The person who managed check-in was friendly and helpful. Would stay here again in a heartbeat.
8
Todd
15 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Property was located a few kilometers north of town. Lovely view out the back of the complex over a green pasture and pond. Room was spacious with Scandinavian style architecture and furniture. Center of the complex held the reception desk and breakfast buffet tables. You can sit outside on the deck
Property was located a few kilometers north of town. Lovely view out the back of the complex over a green pasture and pond. Room was spacious with Scandinavian style architecture and furniture. Center of the complex held the reception desk and breakfast buffet tables. You can sit outside on the deck
10
Ann
26 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This was a lovely place to stay at. Staff members were very helpful and polite. The large room was nicely furnished in a minimalist style. Generous sized bathroom with nice toiletries. The room looked out onto a small pond and patio chairs were available on decking to relax and unwind. A laundry was available to guests. The breakfast was simple and nutritional. A small buffet range of cereals, fruits, cheese, tomato, cold meat, boiled eggs and bread. Help yourself. It was non fussy and filling. Definitely stay again and would recommend it to family and friends
This was a lovely place to stay at. Staff members were very helpful and polite. The large room was nicely furnished in a minimalist style. Generous sized bathroom with nice toiletries. The room looked out onto a small pond and patio chairs were available on decking to relax and unwind. A laundry was available to guests. The breakfast was simple and nutritional. A small buffet range of cereals, fruits, cheese, tomato, cold meat, boiled eggs and bread. Help yourself. It was non fussy and filling. Definitely stay again and would recommend it to family and friends
8
Simon
26 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was very clean and comfortable but a bit bland for the size and cost. Could be much improved with a coffee machine or plunger and a couple of paintings on the bare walls. Continental breakfast fairly basic but reasonable. Nice outlook from the room.
Room was very clean and comfortable but a bit bland for the size and cost. Could be much improved with a coffee machine or plunger and a couple of paintings on the bare walls. Continental breakfast fairly basic but reasonable. Nice outlook from the room.
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Rachel
31 Jan 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely bedroom / bathroom. Bed was huge and comfy with lovely bedding. Loved the double sink in the bathroom which was spacious. Nice amenities. Fabulous view of pond from our room. Great parking. Breakfast was simple but delicious. Hotel has a deal with some local restaurants who pick you up and drop you back. That was great so we didn’t have to drive. We ate at Blue ice which was fantastic. We had such a great 2 night stay. Oh and not forgetting the Nespresso machine in our room! What a bonus!!
Lovely bedroom / bathroom. Bed was huge and comfy with lovely bedding. Loved the double sink in the bathroom which was spacious. Nice amenities. Fabulous view of pond from our room. Great parking. Breakfast was simple but delicious. Hotel has a deal with some local restaurants who pick you up and drop you back. That was great so we didn’t have to drive. We ate at Blue ice which was fantastic. We had such a great 2 night stay. Oh and not forgetting the Nespresso machine in our room! What a bonus!!
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Subramanian
4 Mar 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Short drive from town. Nice continental breakfast spread. The place is over-priced. It felt like a motel. The ‘luxury’ rooms have no views. The website photos make the place look attractive. But they don’t tell you that only some of the rooms have that view.
Short drive from town. Nice continental breakfast spread. The place is over-priced. It felt like a motel. The ‘luxury’ rooms have no views. The website photos make the place look attractive. But they don’t tell you that only some of the rooms have that view.
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Sandra
17 Feb 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean property, spacious room and very nice breakfast. Our room looked out over the lawn and pond, however, because the walkway for the rooms is right next to the building, curtains need to be closed for privacy. This diminished the property and surrounding area significantly. There was no A/C, just a small fan, and the windows could not be kept open because there are no screens. Overall, we did not feel it lived up to the hype.
Clean property, spacious room and very nice breakfast. Our room looked out over the lawn and pond, however, because the walkway for the rooms is right next to the building, curtains need to be closed for privacy. This diminished the property and surrounding area significantly. There was no A/C, just a small fan, and the windows could not be kept open because there are no screens. Overall, we did not feel it lived up to the hype.
10
NIKOLAUS
22 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely stay in room 11, facing out back and the beautiful foothills. Bed was comfortable, bathroom was nice, the small fireplace was a fun surprise. Breakfast was simple but very good. We loved the yogurt and granola! The peaceful location is perfect!
Lovely stay in room 11, facing out back and the beautiful foothills. Bed was comfortable, bathroom was nice, the small fireplace was a fun surprise. Breakfast was simple but very good. We loved the yogurt and granola! The peaceful location is perfect!
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Service
Service is widely praised as warm, helpful and attentive, with smooth check‑ins and thoughtful touches. A few guests mentioned limited front desk hours or minor late check‑in confusion.
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Timothy
3 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Een goed verblijf gehad! Hotel is schoon en compleet van alle nodige faciliteiten voorzien. Ontbijt is voldoende en vers. Kortom een prima verblijf. De Service die door Valentin en Ella waren gegeven waren van uitermate goede kwaliteit zowel klant gericht als proffesioneel.
Een goed verblijf gehad! Hotel is schoon en compleet van alle nodige faciliteiten voorzien. Ontbijt is voldoende en vers. Kortom een prima verblijf. De Service die door Valentin en Ella waren gegeven waren van uitermate goede kwaliteit zowel klant gericht als proffesioneel.
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Iain
24 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff were really helpful. Stayed on way past normal check in time after we were delayed by a 7 hour road closure. Electric.log fire was on which gave a warm cosy welcome along with a small welcome gift that was much appreciated. Good suggestions for dining out and places to go. Had a good outside seating area, by dining area was sheltered with heaters allowing to have breakfast outside with open country views.
Staff were really helpful. Stayed on way past normal check in time after we were delayed by a 7 hour road closure. Electric.log fire was on which gave a warm cosy welcome along with a small welcome gift that was much appreciated. Good suggestions for dining out and places to go. Had a good outside seating area, by dining area was sheltered with heaters allowing to have breakfast outside with open country views.
10
Liam
19 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very quiet, with lovely and accommodating hosts!
Very quiet, with lovely and accommodating hosts!
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John
21 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The place was beautiful. Lived up to expectations. I did check in late, and they had taped an envelope with my name to the reception door. Inside the envelope was a key and welcome letter. The letter was informative, but had no obvious notation of my room number. I was perplexed, and unsure of what to do. Thinking it may have been an oversight, I checked a couple of obviously unoccupied rooms, trying my key. This did not work. Upon re-examining the letter, I noticed two small hash marks at the top of the page in the center. There was no other information. Marks were small, but I read them as 11. I checked around and found a room 11, and this indeed was my room. It would have been helpful if they had just written the word ROOM before the hash marks as to me, the hash marks were not obvious as a room number.
The place was beautiful. Lived up to expectations. I did check in late, and they had taped an envelope with my name to the reception door. Inside the envelope was a key and welcome letter. The letter was informative, but had no obvious notation of my room number. I was perplexed, and unsure of what to do. Thinking it may have been an oversight, I checked a couple of obviously unoccupied rooms, trying my key. This did not work. Upon re-examining the letter, I noticed two small hash marks at the top of the page in the center. There was no other information. Marks were small, but I read them as 11. I checked around and found a room 11, and this indeed was my room. It would have been helpful if they had just written the word ROOM before the hash marks as to me, the hash marks were not obvious as a room number.
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Andrew
22 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Really unique place in the best way! Super friendly staff make check in simple!
Really unique place in the best way! Super friendly staff make check in simple!
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Peter
26 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Up market hotel on outskirts of town set in its own grounds. Rooms spacious and clean. Limited staff mean that front desk only open for a limited time. Breakfast options ok but not extensive.
Up market hotel on outskirts of town set in its own grounds. Rooms spacious and clean. Limited staff mean that front desk only open for a limited time. Breakfast options ok but not extensive.
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Karen
23 Jan 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The owner of the hotel was delightful and went above and beyond to ensure that we had a good stay. It is a hidden gem 10 minutes outside of Franz Joseph
The owner of the hotel was delightful and went above and beyond to ensure that we had a good stay. It is a hidden gem 10 minutes outside of Franz Joseph
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JANICE
30 Jan 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely spacious room welcoming helpful staff
Lovely spacious room welcoming helpful staff
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David
30 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very friendly staff. Rooms are excellent and very clean. Breakfast also excellent. I would highly recommend this hotel.
Very friendly staff. Rooms are excellent and very clean. Breakfast also excellent. I would highly recommend this hotel.
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Mandeep
26 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We had a wonderful 1-night stay at the Franz Joseph Oasis. Everything from our check in when we arrived to cleanliness of the room and staff responsiveness to our every question was wonderful. The young lady at the front desk is wonderful and took care of us with a smile. A must consider hotel if you are visiting Franz Joseph.
We had a wonderful 1-night stay at the Franz Joseph Oasis. Everything from our check in when we arrived to cleanliness of the room and staff responsiveness to our every question was wonderful. The young lady at the front desk is wonderful and took care of us with a smile. A must consider hotel if you are visiting Franz Joseph.
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Location
Set a few kilometres north of Franz Josef, the hotel is peaceful with scenic surroundings but not walkable to town, so most guests use a car. Several appreciated the quiet setting and proximity to the glacier.
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Donna
17 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The rooms were spotless, containing a bath with jets and overhead shower. Great water pressure. Located 10 mins from the town in a nice quiet location. The lady at reception was very friendly and helpful and gave us tips where to eat. The gentleman at breakfast was very polite and friendly. The hotel also has a 24 hr laundry with a honesty box available but we didn’t use it.
The rooms were spotless, containing a bath with jets and overhead shower. Great water pressure. Located 10 mins from the town in a nice quiet location. The lady at reception was very friendly and helpful and gave us tips where to eat. The gentleman at breakfast was very polite and friendly. The hotel also has a 24 hr laundry with a honesty box available but we didn’t use it.
10
Susan
24 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This was probably our favorite place to stay in New Zealand. It's out of town so you definitely need a car, but the rooms are HUGE and modern and comfortable and immaculate. Unbelievably quiet at night. Breakfast was fantastic, fresh and delicious with a nice variety. The person who managed check-in was friendly and helpful. Would stay here again in a heartbeat.
This was probably our favorite place to stay in New Zealand. It's out of town so you definitely need a car, but the rooms are HUGE and modern and comfortable and immaculate. Unbelievably quiet at night. Breakfast was fantastic, fresh and delicious with a nice variety. The person who managed check-in was friendly and helpful. Would stay here again in a heartbeat.
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Todd
15 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Property was located a few kilometers north of town. Lovely view out the back of the complex over a green pasture and pond. Room was spacious with Scandinavian style architecture and furniture. Center of the complex held the reception desk and breakfast buffet tables. You can sit outside on the deck
Property was located a few kilometers north of town. Lovely view out the back of the complex over a green pasture and pond. Room was spacious with Scandinavian style architecture and furniture. Center of the complex held the reception desk and breakfast buffet tables. You can sit outside on the deck
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Cheryl Anne
4 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent accommodation. Very clean and comfortable. Slightly out of town but a sort drive in the car. Lovely breakfast.
Excellent accommodation. Very clean and comfortable. Slightly out of town but a sort drive in the car. Lovely breakfast.
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Christina
13 Jan 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Très belle chambre avec vue sur le grand jardin. La ville est facile d'accès en voiture.
Très belle chambre avec vue sur le grand jardin. La ville est facile d'accès en voiture.
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Rebecca
29 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Close to town but quiet, peaceful setting. The French couple were very courteous and accommodating.
Close to town but quiet, peaceful setting. The French couple were very courteous and accommodating.
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xander
25 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I had a wonderful stay at Franz Josef Oasis. The property is quiet, cozy, and conveniently close to the glacier. The room was clean, spacious, and very comfortable. The owner was incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made the stay even more enjoyable. Overall, a great experience — I would definitely stay here again when visiting Franz Josef.
I had a wonderful stay at Franz Josef Oasis. The property is quiet, cozy, and conveniently close to the glacier. The room was clean, spacious, and very comfortable. The owner was incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made the stay even more enjoyable. Overall, a great experience — I would definitely stay here again when visiting Franz Josef.
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DEANNA
1 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Away from town just a little, but easy to get to. Town had a lot of people and this place was really quiet.
Away from town just a little, but easy to get to. Town had a lot of people and this place was really quiet.
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Manjula
8 Jan 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
It is a relatively new hotel with clean and spacious rooms. Friendly staff and good service. Decent free breakfast is offered at no cost. It is not within walking distance of the town; so you will need a car.
It is a relatively new hotel with clean and spacious rooms. Friendly staff and good service. Decent free breakfast is offered at no cost. It is not within walking distance of the town; so you will need a car.
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Kristin
4 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel is a lot further out from town than I expected and it is not walkable to the town of Frans Josef. BUT, the view is spectacular and the rooms were great. Would definitely recommend someone staying at the hotel as long as they had a vehicle which I did not due to me arriving with a tour group.
This hotel is a lot further out from town than I expected and it is not walkable to the town of Frans Josef. BUT, the view is spectacular and the rooms were great. Would definitely recommend someone staying at the hotel as long as they had a vehicle which I did not due to me arriving with a tour group.
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Dining
Continental breakfast is included and generally praised as fresh and tasty, though selection is modest. Breakfast hours can be short or start later, and there is no regular on‑site restaurant, so guests usually dine in town.
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Dan
22 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
the breakfast was fresh and the staff kept it replenished efficiently
the breakfast was fresh and the staff kept it replenished efficiently
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Lynda
7 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This is a very comfortable motel style hotel with spacious, clean, modern rooms and a limited breakfast included in the room price. It is outside Franz Josef itself so as there is no restaurant a drive into the resort town itself is required for dining. Some rooms have great views of the mountains (sadly ours wasn’t one of them!)
This is a very comfortable motel style hotel with spacious, clean, modern rooms and a limited breakfast included in the room price. It is outside Franz Josef itself so as there is no restaurant a drive into the resort town itself is required for dining. Some rooms have great views of the mountains (sadly ours wasn’t one of them!)
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A Timothy
18 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This is a great stay. Very welcoming, rooms are spacious and the continental breakfast is excellent.
This is a great stay. Very welcoming, rooms are spacious and the continental breakfast is excellent.
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Ann
26 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This was a lovely place to stay at. Staff members were very helpful and polite. The large room was nicely furnished in a minimalist style. Generous sized bathroom with nice toiletries. The room looked out onto a small pond and patio chairs were available on decking to relax and unwind. A laundry was available to guests. The breakfast was simple and nutritional. A small buffet range of cereals, fruits, cheese, tomato, cold meat, boiled eggs and bread. Help yourself. It was non fussy and filling. Definitely stay again and would recommend it to family and friends
This was a lovely place to stay at. Staff members were very helpful and polite. The large room was nicely furnished in a minimalist style. Generous sized bathroom with nice toiletries. The room looked out onto a small pond and patio chairs were available on decking to relax and unwind. A laundry was available to guests. The breakfast was simple and nutritional. A small buffet range of cereals, fruits, cheese, tomato, cold meat, boiled eggs and bread. Help yourself. It was non fussy and filling. Definitely stay again and would recommend it to family and friends
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Peter
26 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Up market hotel on outskirts of town set in its own grounds. Rooms spacious and clean. Limited staff mean that front desk only open for a limited time. Breakfast options ok but not extensive.
Up market hotel on outskirts of town set in its own grounds. Rooms spacious and clean. Limited staff mean that front desk only open for a limited time. Breakfast options ok but not extensive.
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Zhining
15 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It is a brand new hotel, provide wonderful breakfast!
It is a brand new hotel, provide wonderful breakfast!
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Michael
13 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Yes, I would return!! You will need a car as a few minutes outside of town but worth the drive. In my case, enjoy the two staff members (German) as they provide superior customer service. They do provide a decent breakfast of boiled eggs, cheese, meat, cereal, fruit, yogurt and coffee!!! Found the rooms large for the area, nice bathroom, and great bed. I had a great stay
Yes, I would return!! You will need a car as a few minutes outside of town but worth the drive. In my case, enjoy the two staff members (German) as they provide superior customer service. They do provide a decent breakfast of boiled eggs, cheese, meat, cereal, fruit, yogurt and coffee!!! Found the rooms large for the area, nice bathroom, and great bed. I had a great stay
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Rachel
31 Jan 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely bedroom / bathroom. Bed was huge and comfy with lovely bedding. Loved the double sink in the bathroom which was spacious. Nice amenities. Fabulous view of pond from our room. Great parking. Breakfast was simple but delicious. Hotel has a deal with some local restaurants who pick you up and drop you back. That was great so we didn’t have to drive. We ate at Blue ice which was fantastic. We had such a great 2 night stay. Oh and not forgetting the Nespresso machine in our room! What a bonus!!
Lovely bedroom / bathroom. Bed was huge and comfy with lovely bedding. Loved the double sink in the bathroom which was spacious. Nice amenities. Fabulous view of pond from our room. Great parking. Breakfast was simple but delicious. Hotel has a deal with some local restaurants who pick you up and drop you back. That was great so we didn’t have to drive. We ate at Blue ice which was fantastic. We had such a great 2 night stay. Oh and not forgetting the Nespresso machine in our room! What a bonus!!
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Ali
21 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A very quiet and comfortable place to stay. The room was large, with comfortable bed and plenty of sitting options. Nice view from the window and glass patio style doors. The bathroom was clean and properly stocked with toiletries. Breakfast was adequate. Just one request: if they could start the breakfast earlier than 8AM.
A very quiet and comfortable place to stay. The room was large, with comfortable bed and plenty of sitting options. Nice view from the window and glass patio style doors. The bathroom was clean and properly stocked with toiletries. Breakfast was adequate. Just one request: if they could start the breakfast earlier than 8AM.
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Bo
5 Mar 2024
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Room is spacious and new. The only problem is that with large windows on two sides, it almost like a fish bowl with no privacy. breakfast is great but only for 1 hour.
Room is spacious and new. The only problem is that with large windows on two sides, it almost like a fish bowl with no privacy. breakfast is great but only for 1 hour.
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David
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Absolutely wonderful hotel. Rooms are large and clean. Bathroom has a large whirlpool tub and shower. Has a separate heater. Toiletries are provided. Main bedroom is huge. Has a sitting area with a table. Has a large gas fireplace. A very good breakfast is provided. Room are a fridge and a coffee/ tea making area, Conveniently located close to town and glacier. Staff are friendly, polite and helpful. Highest recommendation
Absolutely wonderful hotel. Rooms are large and clean. Bathroom has a large whirlpool tub and shower. Has a separate heater. Toiletries are provided. Main bedroom is huge. Has a sitting area with a table. Has a large gas fireplace. A very good breakfast is provided. Room are a fridge and a coffee/ tea making area, Conveniently located close to town and glacier. Staff are friendly, polite and helpful. Highest recommendation
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VICTOR
12 May 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Breakfast was fresh. Our Swiss born hostess was very friendly and accommodating-accessible.Room heat was excellent
Breakfast was fresh. Our Swiss born hostess was very friendly and accommodating-accessible.Room heat was excellent
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Rie
8 May 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was very clean and speciou, staff were very friendly and provided us a good breakfast.
Room was very clean and speciou, staff were very friendly and provided us a good breakfast.
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Fiona
5 May 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice location a 3-4 kms from centre of Franz Josef with a country feel. Was very quiet and staff were very helpful. Room was clean and modern. Some more LED lights in ceilings would be handy. Condensation “crying windows” need addressing. Good continental breakfast each morning was provided. Shuttle service to and from some restaurants in Franz Josef was extremely welcomed. All in all a very modern and well maintained motel with very accommodating staff.
Nice location a 3-4 kms from centre of Franz Josef with a country feel. Was very quiet and staff were very helpful. Room was clean and modern. Some more LED lights in ceilings would be handy. Condensation “crying windows” need addressing. Good continental breakfast each morning was provided. Shuttle service to and from some restaurants in Franz Josef was extremely welcomed. All in all a very modern and well maintained motel with very accommodating staff.
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sandeep
7 Apr 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Rooms were clean and fresh. Staff were super helpful and friendly
Rooms were clean and fresh. Staff were super helpful and friendly
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FAQs about Franz Josef Oasis
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. However, parking is limited.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
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.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located in Franz Josef Glacier, within a national park, approximately 3.4 km from Lake Mapourika and 4.9 km from Westcoast Wildlife Centre. It is also about 131 km from Hokitika Airport.
Are children allowed at the property?
Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.
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The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 6:00 PM. If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [RECEPTION DOOR]. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. 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
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
- Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Picnic area/Tables
Allergy-free room available
Adults only
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Garden
Fishing
Horse riding
Canoeing
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Outdoor Furniture
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Luggage storage
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Free wi-fi