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Te Awa Cottages

3.0 star property

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Te Awa Cottages provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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About the neighborhood

Franz Josef Glacier is home to Te Awa Cottages. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Matheson and Franz Josef Glacier. Fox Glacier and Aoraki / Mount Cook are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. Visit our Franz Josef Glacier travel guide
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Map
2871 Franz Josef Hwy, Franz Josef Glacier, West Coast, 7886

What's nearby

  • Lake Matheson
    Lake Matheson
    24 min drive - 20.8 miles
  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre
    2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Glacier Hot Pools
    3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Waiho Hot Tubs
    3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Our Lady of the Alps
    3 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK)
    114 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Te Awa Cottages

Free self parking and free WiFi in public areas are available at this smoke-free cottage. All 2 accommodations feature kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves, plus free WiFi and LCD TVs. Other amenities that guests will find include coffee makers and electric kettles.
Te Awa Cottages offers 2 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Accommodations at this 3-star cottage have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Franz Josef Glacier cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • High chair

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Window screens

Entertainment

  • Games
  • LCD TV

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guides

Things to do

  • Fishing 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)

General

  • 2 units

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

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

Te Awa Cottages Cottage
Te Awa Cottages Franz Josef Glacier
Te Awa Cottages Cottage Franz Josef Glacier

Frequently asked questions

Is Te Awa Cottages 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 Te Awa Cottages?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Te Awa Cottages?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Te Awa Cottages located?

Situated in Franz Josef Glacier, this cottage is 19 mi (30.6 km) from Lake Matheson.

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

Te Awa Cottages Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

10

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean, modern,spacious cottage just outside the town of Franz Joseph. Beautiful views of the mountains and glacier from the deck.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Very nice cottage. Just out of town but the glacier view was fantastic. Excellent choice.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent pace to stay in Frank Joseph. Modern and clean, great amenities. A home away from home. Great long veranda to take in the awesome view of the mountains. Stargazing was spectacular.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Simply and minimally furnished and very clean made for an easy short stay. Had a couple of minor glitches which sadly weren’t fixed during the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Neat, clean and well presented. Quiet location just out of town. Recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was an amazing place to stay! I loved being away from the crowds. The property and views were unbelievable. The cottage was excellent and well equipped to make our stay comfortable and peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Peaceful and relaxing

Such a quiet, clean and peaceful place to stay. Spacious inside with a sufficiently stocked kitchen. Loved the covered porch. Great view. Great communication with owner.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Poul Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Nyt, lækkert, velfungerende, sød vært, rent og der mangler ikke noget
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

G.C.

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Heerlijk verblijf

Heerlijk ruim verblijf net buiten centrum Franz Josef. Aan de kleinste details is gedacht, heel geordend en schoon. Comfortabel kingsize bed. Het uitzicht is fantastisch. Ik zou er een volgende keer weer boeken.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nuku

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Clean tidy cabin with all the amenities.Pituresque views tgat make the stay that much more magical
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, communication

Excellent stay at Franz Josef

Lovely container unit that was beautifully set up. View was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful location. Handy to the township
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful views. Slightly out of town while still being very close. Well presented accommodation that was very warm and clean. We hope to stay again some time.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Lovely and clean unit, handy to the township. Good clear communication from host. Would be helpful if one of the photos or the description revealed that this cottage is only 20 metres from the main road. I had expected it to be more secluded and quieter.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful position

Impeccable accommodation with direct view of the glacier from the lounge. I recommend highly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisbeth

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mridu

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

helen

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Jeffrey

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020