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Hostels in Franz Josef

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Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

Franz Josef

Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef offers a modern accommodations across three wings in the Franz Josef Glacier Village, just a10-minute drive from Franz Josef Glacier and 30-40 minutes for Fox Glacier.

N
Nick
From
Costa Rica
Clean and new, Keas in the car park!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,657 reviews
Price from
$30.61
1 night, 2 adults

Glow Worm Accommodation

Franz Josef

Glow Worm Accommodations is located in the center of Franz Josef and offers a range of shared dormitory rooms and private rooms with attached bathroom. Free unlimited WiFi is included.

J
Joshua
From
Australia
Owner was lovely, location was perfect for what we needed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,663 reviews
Price from
$43.37
1 night, 2 adults

Haka House Franz Josef

Franz Josef

Discover Haka House Franz Josef, a welcoming and vibrant hostel nestled in New Zealand's Glacier Country.

S
Sara
From
New Zealand
It's really clean, the staff do a great job of keeping the kitchen and common area clean. I had a private room and it's very new, comfortable and again, clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,412 reviews
Price from
$64.19
1 night, 2 adults

Chateau Backpackers & Motels

Franz Josef

Surrounded by rainforest and mountains, Chateau Backpackers & Motels offers an outdoor fire pit, BBQ facilities.

S
SHOU-EN
From
Taiwan
Unlike all the other accommodations, this one has its own characteristics and traits. You can tell for sure that the owner knows how to operate a motel. There are so many things that you can feel the warmth.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 832 reviews
Price from
$27.55
1 night, 2 adults

Ivorytowers Accommodation

Fox Glacier (Near Franz Josef)

Ivorytowers Accommodations is located opposite Westland National Park rainforest and mountains, just a 4-minute walk from Fox Glacier Village.

Y
YUYING
From
New Zealand
The room and kitchen are spacious and the owner has a very cute dog. Three minutes walk to the firefly trail. Because of my negligence I forgot my stuff in the backpacker, after contacting the owner he sent it to me, thank you very much for this backpacker!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,796 reviews
Price from
$50
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

Most booked hostels in Franz Josef and surrounding area in the past month

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,412 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Franz Josef

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,657 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Franz Josef

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,663 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Franz Josef

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 832 reviews

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Avg. price/night: $73.81
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,412 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.
Guest review byGabija
Travelers with friends
Avg. price/night: $49.87
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,663 reviews
Great for backpackers and those on a budget. A nice communal area with kitchen facilities.
Guest review byBoris
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: $49.87
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,663 reviews
The warm welcome cement the impression of the place. Despite being a backpackers' hostel, this accommodation is full of family atmosphere and friendship.
Guest review byYee Kiang
Travelers with friends
Avg. price/night: $73.81
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,412 reviews
I would say that the best hostel in nz
Guest review bycamrinew
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $49.87
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,663 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
Guest review byHowian
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $49.87
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,663 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
Guest review byLesley
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $73.81
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,412 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.
Guest review byRuby
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $31.68
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 832 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.
Guest review byBenjamin Dickson
Solo traveler