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Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier

4.0 star property
Mountain motel, steps from Westcoast Wildlife Centre

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Studio, 1 King Bed, Mountain View | Mountain view
Exterior
Studio, 1 King Bed, Mountain View | In-room safe, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed | In-room safe, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Exterior
Experience the tranquil beauty of Franz Josef Glacier at Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier. Unwind in the garden, enjoy a barbecue on-site, and stay connected with in-room WiFi. Guests rave about the helpful staff and appreciate amenities like laundry facilities, luggage storage, tour/ticket assistance.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is NT$2,688
NT$3,091 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29

Room options

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Standard Twin Room | In-room safe, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Compact Queen

  • Sleeps 2

Twin Studio

  • Sleeps 3

One Bedroom Family Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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Interior

King Studio With Mountain View

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Queen Studio

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Triple Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Family Room, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Family Room, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Studio, 1 King Bed, Mountain View | In-room safe, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Studio, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed | In-room safe, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Studio, 1 Queen Bed | In-room safe, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Basic Studio, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
34 Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier, 7856

What's nearby

  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Our Lady of the Alps - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • St James Anglican Church - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 117 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Full Of Beans Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Landing Bar & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Monsoon Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪SnakeBite Brewery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Alice May - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier

Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier is a great choice for a stay in Franz Josef Glacier. Freebies like WiFi, self parking, and wired internet are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 18 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 2.00 percent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • 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 7:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast each morning (surcharge)
  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi and wired internet

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 15 per person
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of NZD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2.00 percent

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for NZD 25.0 per night

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay, Eurocard
Mobile payment options include: Alipay, Apple Pay and WeChat Pay.
Cashless transactions are available.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Also known as

Bella Vista Franz Josef Glacier
Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier
Bella Vista Hotel Franz Josef
Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier Motel
Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier Franz Josef Glacier
Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier Motel Franz Josef Glacier

Frequently asked questions

Does Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of NZD 50 (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier like?

Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier is a short 1-minute walk from Westcoast Wildlife Centre and 4 minutes' walk from Glacier Hot Pools.

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Reviews

Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

The place was in a perfect location and our hosts were a wealth of information and knowledge.
Michelle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely motel, perfect for a few days. Receptionis manager was fantastic, so helpful.
James, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great of the mountains, just a lovely place to stay.
Fiona, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place and staff. Would recommend
Jillian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean rooms, quiet area, friendly and helpful staff
Maria, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff, lovely clean rooms, very close to town centre. good value.
John, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing spot, really clean and convenient and well situated. Views from room were AMAZING, and everything was very convenient and cozy :)
Michelle, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay. Was very clean, quiet and we could walk to our tour from the hotel and dinner that night too.
Ruth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place

Great little motel, with very friendly and helpful staff.
Jackie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean tidy well cared for establishment. Perfect for an overnight stay.
Fiona, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Could not have been any nicer! The staff were great and the room was perfect!
Danny, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It suited our needs for a one night stay on our way through. Friendly staff
Lisa, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was a good size property, nice and clean and we could easily walk to the centre of town.
David, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Well positioned within walking distance to all restaurants and activities
Kerrelle, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great accommodation in a great location

Great accommodation in a great location. Not really as price competitive as some we've stayed in, but that must be due to the area.
karen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice quaint hotel. Walkable to several eateries.
Mary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place, comfortable, close to town, helpful staff. Wish we were there for 2 nights instead of just 1

8/10 Very good

Customer service was amazing. The place was perfect for the three us of us. The entire unit was very clean and the kitchen was equipped with all of the necessities. Great value for the money!
Jessica, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The staff were excellent. The bed was a bit hard for us.
Wayne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Everything we expected.
Don, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Easy walk to restaurants & grocery
Anne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Highly recommended. Great location with everything within walking distance. Staff were exceptional.
Nader, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

had to pay to use washing machine and dryer. Room was warm and clean. Great location walking distance to everything.
Kimberly, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mountain views

Amazing mountain views! Great place to stay for short trip in Franz Joseph.
Julie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Its the ideal location as you can walk into town with all the facilities and services close by.
Ghee Kuan Dianna, 2-night trip