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Punga Grove

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Executive Studio Suite | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Punga Grove (Franz Josef Glacier)
Executive Studio Suite | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Punga Grove (Franz Josef Glacier)
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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area | Flat-screen TV - Punga Grove (Franz Josef Glacier)
Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Punga Grove (Franz Josef Glacier)
Punga Grove welcomes visitors to a comfortable haven where the day begins with continental breakfast. Guests connect using the free in-room WiFi and appreciate the practical laundry facilities. The knowledgeable staff ensures each stay becomes both relaxing and memorable.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor Space
  • Breakfast available

Room options

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Studio Suite | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Studio Suite

  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Two Bedroom Loft Apartment | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Two Bedroom Loft Apartment

  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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One Bedroom Loft Apartment | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bedroom Loft Apartment

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Twin Room | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Two-Bedroom Loft Apartment

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bedroom Loft

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

Family Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free WiFi

Family Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free WiFi

One-Bedroom Apartment with Loft

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free WiFi

One-Bedroom Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Franz Josef Glacier is home to Punga Grove. Waiho Hot Tubs and Glacier Hot Pools are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Westcoast Wildlife Centre and Te Wahipounamu. Visit our Franz Josef Glacier travel guide
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Map
Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier, 7886

What's nearby

  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Glacier Hot Pools
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Waiho Hot Tubs
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Our Lady of the Alps
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • St James Anglican Church
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK)
    117 min drive

Restaurants

  • Full Of Beans Cafe
    4 min walk
  • Blue Ice Restaurant & Bar
    6 min walk
  • Landing Bar & Restaurant
    3 min walk
  • Monsoon Bar
    1 min walk
  • SnakeBite Brewery
    4 min walk

About this property

Punga Grove

Laundry facilities, barbecue grills, and a picnic area are available at this aparthotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a front-desk safe. Each apartment provides a flat-screen TV with cable channels, plus a kitchenette with a refrigerator, a stovetop, and a microwave. Additional amenities include free WiFi, a portable fan, and a safe.
Punga Grove offers 20 accommodations with safes and irons/ironing boards. Accommodations at this 3-star aparthotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Franz Josef Glacier aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 16 for adults and NZD 16 for children

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 20 units

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 16 for adults and NZD 16 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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Punga Grove Aparthotel Franz Josef Glacier
Punga Grove Aparthotel
Punga Grove Franz Josef Glacier
Punga Grove
Punga Grove Aparthotel
Punga Grove Franz Josef Glacier
Punga Grove Aparthotel Franz Josef Glacier

Frequently asked questions

Is Punga Grove pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Punga Grove?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Punga Grove?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Punga Grove located?

Situated in Franz Josef Glacier, this aparthotel is within a 5-minute walk of Westcoast Wildlife Centre, Waiho Hot Tubs, and Glacier Hot Pools. Te Wahipounamu and Our Lady of the Alps are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Punga Grove Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 190 out of 279 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 75 out of 279 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 279 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 279 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 279 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Milena

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great location,nice rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Gary Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Fully equipped kitchen, clean room, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Very happy with our stay. Spacious and very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Clean, location to town
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Simple, clean, friendly, and centrally located to restaurants, etc.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice hotel, great location, very good condition.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Moyra

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loft Unit was perfect for our stay, generous in size and clean and tidy. Enjoyed our 1night stay. Super friendly staff and easy walk/ride to restaurants. Parking for all sized vehicles and varanda over front door entry.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great room with a view of a small rain forest. Comfortable and close to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Yasmin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything! Fantastic room, staff awesome! Walking distance to restaurants etc…Terrific accommodation!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Gorgeous room, lovely area, and friendly, attentive staff. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Franz Josef.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Friendly staff, clean room, heater was switched on making everything warm for our arrival. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jia Yin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Staff is very nice, orovided the basic information on arrival. Property is well kept and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Clean and comfortable beds
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Faysal

Liked: Communication
Friendly Staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonja

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The best stay at Franz Joseph, Punga Grove, spotless and spacious room, peaceful and quiet, manager Lily always friendly and helpful. Highest recommendation to everyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely motel in a great location, with wonderful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great room. Extremely clean. Beautiful lodge vibes. Staff are so friendly. Shoutout to Lilian who was so nice and friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

troy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a great place for a family to stay. Nearby shops and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Staff were friendly and accommodation was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Wissam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great cabin. Great service. Kind and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I loved this place! Easy and friendly check-in, big comfy space, very clean and comfortable. Staff is excellent, happy and helpful . Parking ideally convenient. Slept super good in comfortable well appointed bed. I'd love to come back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved our stay here!!! Amazing service too
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

heidi

Liked: Amenities, communication
Staff were very friendly , rooms were dated and there was a bad smell in the bathroom .Apartment also had damp smell.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026