Alpine Glacier Motel - Franz Josef

Alpine Glacier Motel: The closest motel to Franz Josef Glacier

Location

Alpine Glacier Motel is a 10-minute drive from Franz Josef Glacier and a 5-minute walk from Franz Josef town centre. Lake Mapourika is a 5-minute drive away, and Westland Tai Poutini National Park sits at the doorstep. The motel offers free private parking directly outside each unit, and guests can walk to local restaurants and cafes in minutes.

Rooms

Each unit at Alpine Glacier Motel Franz Josef includes an in-room kitchenette for self-catering, a Smart TV, and a seating area with ironing facilities. Many units offer spectacular glacier and rainforest views, while selected rooms include a relaxing spa bath. Room configurations range from king studios to two-bedroom apartments, with flexible bedding for families and groups.

Family-Friendly Accommodations

The Franz Josef Alpine Glacier Motel offers spacious two-bedroom units that cater to families and groups of up to five adults. Each family unit includes a kitchenette, dining area, and free parking outside the door. Extra single beds are available in king studios, and the motel provides a tour desk to help families arrange local glacier hikes and wildlife center visits.

Amenities & Services

Alpine Glacier Motel Franz Josef Glacier provides free unlimited Wi-Fi, a shared laundry facility, and safety deposit boxes at reception. Guests can use the on-site tour desk to book Franz Josef heli-hikes, kayaking on Lake Mapourika, and Westland Tai Poutini National Park excursions. The motel is managed by locals who offer personalized insights and restaurant recommendations, including a 10% discount voucher for Blue Ice Restaurant.

Outdoor Activities & Eco-Tourism

The motel sits next to hiking trails leading directly to Franz Josef Glacier and the Westland Tai Poutini National Park. Guests can arrange heli-hiking, kayaking on Lake Mapourika, and glow-worm walks through the local tour desk. Wildlife viewing at the West Coast Wildlife Centre, which houses two kiwis, is within a 2-minute walk from the motel.

• Location: 10-minute drive from Franz Josef Glacier
• Rooms: Units with kitchenettes, Smart TVs, and spa baths
• Family: Two-bedroom apartments for up to five adults
• Service: Local management with restaurant discounts
• Outdoor: Hiking, kayaking, and heli-hiking from the tour desk
• Parking: Free private parking outside each unit