Franz Alpine Retreat
Motel in Franz Josef / Waiau
2 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more
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About this motel
Motel with free parking, near Glacier Hot Pools
Tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a front-desk safe are available at this motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided.
Housekeeping is available on request.
Franz Alpine Retreat offers 17 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers with hydromassage showerheads, and complimentary toiletries.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a front-desk safe are available at this motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided.
Housekeeping is available on request.
Franz Alpine Retreat offers 17 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers with hydromassage showerheads, and complimentary toiletries.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 21-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Irons/ironing boards 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.
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Balcony or Patio
TV
Garden
Map of Franz Josef / Waiau
Available Rooms
Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Courtyard Area
Beds not specified • 743 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Chalet, 1 Bedroom
Beds not specified • 742 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Cottage, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen, Courtyard Area
Beds not specified • 430 ft²
Sleeps 2
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2 Bedroom Cottage
Beds not specified • 861 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Chalet 2 Bedrooms Disabled Access
Beds not specified • 743 ft²
Sleeps 2
You'll be directed to Hotels.com for availability & pricing
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Reviews
4.0
Quiet spot. It rained in the evening; electricity power was cut and restored about an hour. The only sink was inside the toilet and was rather small. TV was a mini 24 inch.
10.0
The views from this place were fantastic. It was very calm and relaxing with a nice quiet start to every morning. This is about a 5 minute drive to the main area with cafe and shops so you’ll need a car to get to and from food, but would definitely book here again without a doubt. We did not have a kitchen but the option to have one is good out here.
10.0
The views from this place were fantastic. It was very calm and relaxing with a nice quiet start to every morning. This is about a 5 minute drive to the main area with cafe and shops so you’ll need a car to get to and from food, but would definitely book here again without a doubt. We did not have a kitchen but the option to have one is good out here.
10.0
Clean, spacious room - 5 minutes drive to the town centre.
8.0
This property is a fair way out of town but it is nice and quiet with great views across the countryside to the hills. There is a small kitchenette with microwave, crockery and cutlery, and detergent, tea towel etc, but no sink for washing dishes. This is has to be done in the bathroom! Did we not learn anything during COVID about clean and dirty workflows! There is a warning about using the shower: if you get the bedroom carpet wet you will be charged a fee. This is because the shower tap is positioned such that the water temperature cannot be regulated with the door open so you have to get under a cold shower, close the door and then regulate the temperature. Poor design and installation become the problem of the guest. Two heaters in the room: one didn't work and the other was ineffective.
8.0
This property is a fair way out of town but it is nice and quiet with great views across the countryside to the hills. There is a small kitchenette with microwave, crockery and cutlery, and detergent, tea towel etc, but no sink for washing dishes. This is has to be done in the bathroom! Did we not learn anything during COVID about clean and dirty workflows! There is a warning about using the shower: if you get the bedroom carpet wet you will be charged a fee. This is because the shower tap is positioned such that the water temperature cannot be regulated with the door open so you have to get under a cold shower, close the door and then regulate the temperature. Poor design and installation become the problem of the guest. Two heaters in the room: one didn't work and the other was ineffective.
10.0
Clean, spacious room - 5 minutes drive to the town centre.
5.0
The motel is conveniently located and reasonably priced. Even being close to Hwy 6, it was quite. There was separate parking near cottage. It's very well maintained.
5.0
The motel is conveniently located and reasonably priced. Even being close to Hwy 6, it was quite. There was separate parking near cottage. It's very well maintained.
5.0
Great sized cottage with plenty of space, which we enjoyed a lot. A fair bit of drive out of town so having a car is an absolute must. There was some issue with electricity for a while but probably not the hotel's fault. No one around at reception most of the time.
5.0
Great sized cottage with plenty of space, which we enjoyed a lot. A fair bit of drive out of town so having a car is an absolute must. There was some issue with electricity for a while but probably not the hotel's fault. No one around at reception most of the time.
10.0
Lovely roomy chalet in great condition.
Short drive to the township.
10.0
Lovely roomy chalet in great condition.
Short drive to the township.
8.0
Great place that’s not too far of a drive for food and shops. Franz Josef is small so everything was within 15 min drive. I would say WiFi is spotty so I rarely used it.
8.0
Great place that’s not too far of a drive for food and shops. Franz Josef is small so everything was within 15 min drive. I would say WiFi is spotty so I rarely used it.
4.0
Uncomfortable, small, lots of restrictions, limited heating.
4.0
Uncomfortable, small, lots of restrictions, limited heating.
8.0
Rural location. Quiet. We had a two bedroom unit which was very spacious
8.0
Rural location. Quiet. We had a two bedroom unit which was very spacious
5.0
Great place to stay,just outside Franz josef.great little place,heater if it’s cold,has microwave for simple stuff. Not keen on washing up in the sink you wash in tho.
Has a fridge and utensils for two people.really nice to have chairs and table outside to sit in the sun
5.0
Great place to stay,just outside Franz josef.great little place,heater if it’s cold,has microwave for simple stuff. Not keen on washing up in the sink you wash in tho.
Has a fridge and utensils for two people.really nice to have chairs and table outside to sit in the sun
6.0
The property was very nice as was the staff. My issue with the room was that there was only 1 tiny sink in the bathroom. In the living room / kitchen area there is a fridge, microwave, hot kettle and plates, bowls and silverware but there is no sink there. So if you eat a bowl of cereal or a bowl of yogurt, for example, you have to take those bowls into the bathroom and rinse them in the very tiny sink.
6.0
The property was very nice as was the staff. My issue with the room was that there was only 1 tiny sink in the bathroom. In the living room / kitchen area there is a fridge, microwave, hot kettle and plates, bowls and silverware but there is no sink there. So if you eat a bowl of cereal or a bowl of yogurt, for example, you have to take those bowls into the bathroom and rinse them in the very tiny sink.
8.0
Located 5 minutes from FJ but a nice drive anyway.
8.0
Located 5 minutes from FJ but a nice drive anyway.
8.0
Too far out of town
8.0
Too far out of town
8.0
No great view from our unit. The photos are misleading.
8.0
No great view from our unit. The photos are misleading.
10.0
Gorgeous view of the Franz Josef glacier from our chalet. Large and spacious, it was an accommodation we will never forget staying at. Conveniently located just outside of town, we were able to get what we needed, visit where we wanted, and finish the day with a beautiful stay.
10.0
Gorgeous view of the Franz Josef glacier from our chalet. Large and spacious, it was an accommodation we will never forget staying at. Conveniently located just outside of town, we were able to get what we needed, visit where we wanted, and finish the day with a beautiful stay.
8.0
The property seams clean, close to the main highway, not too far from the main town center.
Breakfast options are terrible, its best to go into town and grab a bite. The folks running/managing the place could improve their communication skills/style.
8.0
The property seams clean, close to the main highway, not too far from the main town center.
Breakfast options are terrible, its best to go into town and grab a bite. The folks running/managing the place could improve their communication skills/style.
8.0
Nice place to stay
8.0
Nice place to stay
5.0
It was hard to find a person who would monitor the front desk. Other than that, it was a very nice stay.
5.0
It was hard to find a person who would monitor the front desk. Other than that, it was a very nice stay.
10.0
very clean and staff were very obliging
10.0
very clean and staff were very obliging
10.0
Great
FAQs
How much does this motel cost compared to others in Franz Josef / Waiau?
The average price for a rental in Franz Josef / Waiau is $108 per night. This rental is $77 above the average.
Is parking included with this motel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Franz Alpine Retreat. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this motel?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this motel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Franz Alpine Retreat pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this motel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Franz Alpine Retreat?
We found 6 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, balcony or patio, and tv.
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