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Glenfern Villas

4.5 star property

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Exterior - Glenfern Villas (Franz Josef Glacier)
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Glenfern Villas welcomes guests with a peaceful garden, playground for families, and a library. Connect with nature or use in-room WiFi. Helpful staff assist with needs, and barbecue grills enhance the mountain retreat experience.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor Space

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing

1 Bedroom Villa (1 Queen Bed)

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing

1 Bedroom Villa (1 King Bed or Twin Bed)

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing

1 Bedroom Villa (1 Queen Bed & 1 Sofa Bed)

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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43-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, DVD player

2 Bedroom Villa (2 Queen Beds)

  • 62 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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43-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, DVD player

2 Bedroom Villa (1 Queen & 2/3 Single Beds)

  • 62 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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43-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, DVD player

2 Bedroom Villa (2 Queen Beds & 1 Sofa Bed)

  • 62 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Franz Josef Glacier, Glenfern Villas is in a rural area and in the mountains. Our Lady of the Alps and Sentinel Rock are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Westcoast Wildlife Centre and Alex Knob. Waiho Hot Tubs and St James Anglican Church are two other places to visit that come recommended. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails, ecotours, and skydiving nearby. Visit our Franz Josef Glacier travel guide
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Map
State Highway 6, Franz Josef Glacier, 7856

What's nearby

  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre
    2 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Glacier Hot Pools
    3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Waiho Hot Tubs
    3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Our Lady of the Alps
    3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • St James Anglican Church
    3 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK)
    104 min drive

Restaurants

  • Full Of Beans Cafe
    3 min drive
  • Landing Bar & Restaurant
    3 min drive
  • Monsoon Bar
    3 min drive
  • Blue Ice Restaurant & Bar
    3 min drive
  • SnakeBite Brewery
    3 min drive

About this property

Glenfern Villas

Laundry facilities, a library, and tour/ticket assistance are available at this aparthotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a garden, gas grills, and a picnic area are onsite. Each apartment provides a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. Guests will appreciate conveniences like a sitting area and an electric kettle, while a flat-screen TV with digital channels and a DVD player provide a bit of entertainment. Housekeeping is available on request.
Glenfern Villas offers 18 accommodations with DVD players and rice cookers. Rooms open to patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include dining tables. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 4.5-star aparthotel have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers with hydromassage showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Franz Josef Glacier aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). 43-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Free crib
  • Playground
  • Trampoline

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Rice cooker
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 20 for adults and NZD 20 for children
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • DVD player
  • Library

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities

Climate control

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Change of towels on request
  • Electrical adapters
  • Guidebooks
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Skydiving nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 18 units
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Soundproofing
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 20 for adults and NZD 20 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit 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 credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Alcohol is not served at this property

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Glenfern
Glenfern Villas
Glenfern Villas Apartment
Glenfern Villas Apartment Franz Josef Glacier
Glenfern Villas Franz Josef Glacier
Glenfern Villas Aparthotel
Glenfern Villas Franz Josef Glacier
Glenfern Villas Aparthotel Franz Josef Glacier

Frequently asked questions

Is Glenfern Villas pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Glenfern Villas?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Glenfern Villas?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Glenfern Villas located?

Situated in the mountains, this luxury aparthotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Waiho Hot Tubs, Westcoast Wildlife Centre, and Our Lady of the Alps. St James Anglican Church and Sentinel Rock are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Glenfern Villas Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 261 out of 376 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 376 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 376 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 376 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 376 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The villa was spacious and the host was welcoming. View from the living area was great. Good place to relax
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean and well presented. Excellent views of the mountains.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The perfect base to explore Franz Josef. Lovely area and beautiful setting.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great accommodation with good facilities in the room. Couple minutes out of town but lovely area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debrah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A great place to stay if you want to visit the Franz Josef glacier. Clean, well equipped and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Management staff is very knowledgeable about what to see & do in the area. The accommodations were exceptionally clean & comfortable. 5 star rating.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TITUS

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very very quiet Clean and neat Views are unbelievable
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Just outside of the town with great views of the mountains. The farm animals are fun to feed and pet. The staff were super friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
What an excellent place to stay - home away from home. Great property; great views; excellent staff - could not be more helpful and a relaxing setting. Highly, highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Sandra

Disliked: Amenities
Property was in a great location just outside of Franz Josef. Villa was clean and well equipped and staff were friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Some areas a bit tired and needing upgrade/maintenance to justify the expensive price tag (but that seems to be franz josef all over) but on the whole it was a comfortable nice place to stay. Friendly helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annabel

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Clean and comfy

Clean and comfy stay. Close to the glacier.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Absolutely beautiful rooms! Wonderful staff! Our unit though was a little close to the road and wish we were facing mountains instead.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
My only regret was not booking more than one night here. It was a great property with comfortable amenities and so much green space for the kids to run around and play in. They also loved the sheep and cows on the property. The staff was super friendly and helpful too.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved this place! Big enough for our family of 5. Kitchen area was super well stocked. They had games and videos to borrow - Yahtzee! Enjoyed the things to do in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Absolutely gorgeous setting with a view of the glacier. Villa was comfortable (except for the lack of bedside lamps) with a nice kitchen and good beds. Loved that they had free DVDs available (which we took advantage of thanks to a very rainy afternoon and evening) and laundry facilities. The town of Franz Joseph Glacier was cute but food options weren't great - I'd suggest cooking in. Glad we had 2 nights here!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Immaculate 2 bedrooms villa, beautiful mountain view and plenty of space for a family of 4. They offered free DVDs, very clean coin operated laundry room. Plenty of coffee, tea selection and generous milk provided. Highly recommend to stay at 5 stars Glenfern villa.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
We were very pleased with Glenfern Villas. The apartment was very clean and comfortable with a great covered parking area. This came in very handy since it was pouring rain. The staff was excellent and provided advice when our route was closed due to flooding.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Very nice one bedroom villa. Full kitchen with everything you need. Nice staff. Very quiet. Short drive into FJ. Wish we could have stayed longer to explore more.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

A place to retreat

Amazing. Courteous staff. Comfortable. Serene.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Winderfull

Spotless roomy had everything within villa & also washing facilities & driers near their reception Becky wonderful at reception wonderful area peacefully tranquil it's an amazing area.Air liquid gold all the trees,quiet.Loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a minor plumbing issue (no hot water) which the staff addressed immediately…on a weekend no less.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I wish we had more time in Franz Josef! Our 1 night stay was wonderful. The villa was extremely clean, spacious, and had all the amenities we needed. There was complementary laundry soap provided and we were able to use the coin operated washer and dryer. The owner (I think she was the owner) was very friendly and gave us great tips about the area. It’s a quick 3 minute drive into town where there are restaurants, shops, cafes and a little grocery store. Best of all was the welcome party - her sweet dog!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SETH

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice property. Sheep were on the property, which you could pet and feed. The villa was nice. We had a two bedroom. One queen bed and two twin beds for our kids. One full bathroom, another would have been nice, but the one worked well. It was very close to the downtown area, about one KM. there are several good restaurants and all the companies running excursions. Would have me problem recommending.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sarah-jane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great visit to a very well equipped unit….everything we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026