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Glow Worm Accommodation is located in the center of Franz Josef and offers a range of shared dormitory rooms and private en suite rooms. Free unlimited WiFi is included.

All rooms include free breakfast in the morning and a free vegetable soup in the evening as well as BBQ facilities and free use of the spa pool.

primrose is the best staff ever! she is very welcoming and helps you with everything. such a gem! great location. kitchen is very clean. soup is offered and good breakfast.

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8.6
Excellent
1,796 reviews

Guests can choose between ‘pod’ dormitory rooms or private rooms with a refrigerator, microwave, toaster and electric kettle. Most rooms also have a TV. The pods feature a privacy curtain, a power point and a USB port.

Chris the manager + receptionist of Chateau Backpackers & Motels is just a GREAT HOST! Efficient, kind, generous and prompt to help us with all we needed. We sincerely appreciate his promptness to send us per post on his own costs a super important object (professional working badge) we forgot in our room at the Chateau when leaving to our following accommodation in Queenstown. Definitely awesome!!! We shall certainly come back to Franz Josef when again in New Zealand and we shall reserve once more with Chateau Backpackers & Motels! Last but not least, the daily 6.00 pm Free Soup was incredibly delicious and nutritious :-) Happy New Year Chris + Chateau Backpackers & Motels Team

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1,073 reviews
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$22
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Franz Josef Montrose Lodge offers free unlimited WiFi and free on-site parking. It features free access to BBQ facilities, shared kitchen and a communal lounge area with a TV.

Franz Josef Montrose Lodge is a 10 minute drive from the Franz Josef Glacier and a 30-40 minute drive from Fox Glacier.

room is clean and big, kitchen is nice. It’s comfortable. Everything is good and staffs are helpful. I can park just in front of the room.

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908 reviews
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$37
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Haka House Franz Josef Glacier is a 2019 Winner – Certificate of Excellence (Trip Advisor) and offers backpacker accommodation with a choice of shared or private rooms. All rooms are heated and some have an en suite bathroom.

The best hostel we have stayed in New Zealand. Modern, cozy, great shower pressure, spacious kitchen with dining area, there is even sauna with cold shower outside. Super friendly staff and in general nice atmosphere. We extended our stay for one more night and would definitely stay again.

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8.3
Very Good
312 reviews
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$21
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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.
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  • Avg. price/night: $66.22
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 312 reviews
    The best hostel we have stayed in New Zealand. Modern, cozy, great shower pressure, spacious kitchen with dining area, there is even sauna with cold shower outside. Super friendly staff and in general nice atmosphere. We extended our stay for one more night and would definitely stay again.
    Gabija
    Travelers with friends
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,796 reviews
    Great for backpackers and those on a budget. A nice communal area with kitchen facilities.
    Boris
    Family with young children
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,796 reviews
    The warm welcome cement the impression of the place. Despite being a backpackers' hostel, this accommodation is full of family atmosphere and friendship.
    Yee Kiang
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $66.22
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 312 reviews
    I would say that the best hostel in nz
    Carlos
    Solo traveler
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,796 reviews
    A crowded and obviously popular Hostel in the heart of town ... Which turned out to be small but full of tourists... The staff at the hostel were friendly, helpful and informative... Showers were hot, Bed Comfortable and a well equipped kitchen ... Great mix of backpackers, workers and tourists were staying in this really nice Hostel
    Howian
    Solo traveler
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,796 reviews
    The property was amazing. Easily the best hostel I’ve ever stayed in. Rooms were spotless with so many amenities which made the stay even better. I can’t wait to return
    Lesley
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $66.22
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 312 reviews
    Clean hostel, comfy beds, good size rooms. Great location just a 30 min drive to fox glacier/ lake matheson and not far from Franz jospeh glacier. Nice lounge area with a pool table and a TV room.
    Ruby
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $51.97
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,073 reviews
    Surprisingly good free breakfast including cereal, pancakes and toast. Other amenities too, and well set up for socialising. One of the best hostels I've stayed in.
    Benjamin Dickson
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $121.07
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,660 reviews
    Stunning spot, so nicely done and beautiful surroundings. Caters to all budgets! The 4 bed dorm has tea&coffee and TV and the best hostel kitchen I've ever seen! You must stay here!
    Verity
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $51.97
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,073 reviews
    Great location, it located right at the centre of town. Suitable fot budget and backpackers who are ready to meet new friends. Very well equipped and spacious kitchen for cooking.
    Ooi
    Young couple
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