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Franz Alpine Retreat

Franz Alpine Retreat

Franz Josef Glacier
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 10:00 AM
Gear up for unforgettable thrills with a stay at Franz Alpine Retreat, perfectly positioned for the ultimate adventure playground, Franz Alpine Retreat is in the mountains, within a 5-minute drive of Westcoast Wildlife Centre and Glacier Hot Pools. This motel is 20 minutes drive to Sentinel Rock and 20 minutes drive to Alex Knob.

Wind down after a day of activity with mini-refrigerator, in-room coffee & tea facilities, a private balcony, a 21-inch flat-screen TV, a private bathroom with premium toiletries and complimentary high-speed WiFi. Conveniences include wheelchair-accessibility and a full kitchen.

Property Details

Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.

  • Snowshoeing nearby
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Fishing nearby
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Free WiFi
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Helicopter/airplane tours on site
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Free self parking
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Terrace
  • Year Built - 2008
  • Total number of rooms - 17

Check-in

Check-in is from 3:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Guests must be at least 18 to check-in.

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival. If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit 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
  • This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Other details

Take advantage of the motel's room service. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.

The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Te Wahipounamu - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
Lake Mapourika - 4 km / 2.5 mi
Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 4.7 km / 2.9 mi
Glacier Hot Pools - 4.8 km / 3 mi
Waiho Hot Tubs - 4.8 km / 3 mi
Our Lady of the Alps - 4.9 km / 3 mi
St James Anglican Church - 5.2 km / 3.2 mi
Waiho Bailey Bridge - 5.3 km / 3.3 mi
Sentinel Rock - 9.1 km / 5.7 mi
Alex Knob - 9.2 km / 5.7 mi
Lake Wahapo - Wahapako - 14 km / 8.7 mi
Andris Apse Wilderness Gallery - 23.3 km / 14.5 mi
Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest - 28.2 km / 17.5 mi
Lake Gault - 33.1 km / 20.6 mi
The nearest major airport is Hokitika (HKK) - 131.7 km / 81.8 mi

  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.


Hotel policies

General

  • Professional property host/manager
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Guest will receive an email before arrival 7 days
  • Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions
  • No elevators

Pets

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Pets not allowed

Resort fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: NZD 50 per day
  • Breakage deposit: NZD 50 per day
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.


Other charges

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 15 for adults and NZD 15 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 45.0 per night
  • 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.

Location

2 Donovan Drive, Sh 6, Franz Josef Glacier, 7886, New Zealand