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8.6/10Excellent179 Reviews
Cleanliness8.4/10 8.4
Service9.0/10 9.0
Comfort7.8/10 7.8
Condition8.2/10 8.2
Location9.6/10 9.6
Neighborhood8.8/10 8.8
Amenities8.6/10 8.6
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About Glow Worm Accommodation
Stop at Glow Worm Accommodation to discover the wonders of Franz Josef Glacier. The hotel offers a high standard of service and amenities to suit the individual needs of all travelers.
To be found at the hotel are free Wi-Fi in all rooms, fireplace, luggage storage, Wi-Fi in public areas, car park. Some of the well-appointed guestrooms feature television LCD/plasma screen, internet access – wireless, internet access – wireless (complimentary), non smoking rooms, heating.
The hotel's peaceful atmosphere extends to its recreational facilities which include hot tub, garden, games room. A welcoming atmosphere and excellent service are what you can expect during your stay at Glow Worm Accommodation.
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With a stay at Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel in Franz Josef Glacier, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Westcoast Wildlife Centre and Te Wahipounamu. This hostel is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Waiho Hot Tubs and 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Glacier Hot Pools.
Make yourself at home in one of the 23 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis, and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a library.
Free self parking is available onsite.
Popular amenities
Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Smoking areas
Check-in and check-out
Check-in from
2:00 PM
Check-in until
anytime
Check-out until
10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age
18
Hotel policies
No rollaway/extra beds available
No cribs (infant beds) available
No elevators
Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award
Professional property host/manager
Guests must provide health documentation
Guests must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination
Minimum age for proof of COVID-19 vaccination requirement: 17
COVID-19 vaccine must have been received a minimum number of days before check-in: 16
Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
Pets not allowed
Service animals are allowed
Cleaning and safety
Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available
Contactless check-out is available
Cashless transactions are available
Important information
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You need to know
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.
- The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 17 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 16 days prior to check-in.
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Special Instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 17 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 16 days prior to check-in. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
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Instructions
- 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
- Cashless transactions are available
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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Minimal age
18
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Spoken Language
German
English
Nearby attractions
Westcoast Wildlife Centre
0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Te Wahipounamu
0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Our Lady of the Alps
0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Waiho Hot Tubs
0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Glacier Hot Pools
0.4 km / 0.3 mi
St James Anglican Church
0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Waiho Bailey Bridge
0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Sentinel Rock
4.6 km / 2.9 mi
Alex Knob
4.7 km / 2.9 mi
Lake Mapourika
8.2 km / 5.1 mi
Te Koha Gallery
23.2 km / 14.4 mi
Fox Glacier Guiding
23.5 km / 14.6 mi
Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest
23.7 km / 14.7 mi
Minnehaha Walk
23.8 km / 14.8 mi
Hotel facilities & services
Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.
- Total number of rooms: 23
- hotel
- Wheelchair-accessible
- Car parkExtra charge
- Check-in hour
- Check-out hour
- Wi-fiExtra charge
- Laundry serviceExtra charge
- FireplaceExtra charge
- GardenExtra charge
- Luggage roomExtra charge
- BBQ facilities
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- Library
- Restaurant
- Smoking areaExtra charge
- Game roomExtra charge
- Hot tubExtra charge
- Spa centreExtra charge
- Breakfast
- Non-smoking establishmentExtra charge
- Minimum check-in age: 18
Upon availability
Room types
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Bed in dormitory STANDARDBed in dormitory • STANDARDBED.ST
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- Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
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- STANDARD
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Bed in dormitory STANDARD
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Room code: BED.ST
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FAMILY ROOM BUNK BEDFAMILY ROOM • BUNK BEDFAM.BK
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- Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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Room code: FAM.BK
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DOUBLE WITH SHARED BATHROOMDOUBLE • WITH SHARED BATHROOMDBL.FH
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- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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Bed in dormitory WITH SHARED BATHROOMBed in dormitory • WITH SHARED BATHROOMBED.FH
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Room code: BED.FH
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TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARDTWN.ST
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Room code: TWN.ST
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DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARDDBL.ST
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Room code: DBL.ST
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Guest reviews
What other guests saying about Glow Worm Accommodation
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david
Comfortable and friendly place
Jamie
Great facilities and clean room. Easy parking
Michael
Had a great stay here, parking was plentiful when I arrived (~3/4pm) - though I did note it had filled out by the time I returned from dinner, might pay to be early to get a good spot. Didn't get time to try the hot tub but it was clearly popular. There were lots of kea hanging around for that authentic experience
Anthony
No complaints. It was a very friendly and accommodating place to stay. Remember it is primarily a backpackers hostel but caters for all. Owner was very chatty, pleasant and helpful. The vibe at the place was great and the room was simple but comfortable and adequate. A perk was the big pot of soup that theylaid on for anyone to share in for free. An amazing bonus to all.
Jovanka
Perfect for 1 night stay. Location was in the middle of town so loved that. Husband was excited about free popcorn. Owners were great and welcoming! Terrace Glowworm walk is just a couple blocks away and lots of fun to see. Hiked Calley Trail which was beautiful.
Heather
Staff friendly and room clean and warm.
Patricia
Very clean and comfortable.
Wendy
Basic but funky
Carleen
The clean room and friendly staff
Ruth
Lovely staff. Very good location. Good value for money in the area
Rebecca
Convenient location for a good price. Nice kitchen and lounge area.
Carl
Room was clean but a little tired The staff did their job as in explained their offerings but they did not engage and were not welcoming
Agata
Amazing and helpful stuff, nice kitchen and vibe! We loved our one night stay there :)
Emily
Very welcoming! We stayed in a private ensuite room and it was clean and comfortable. The water pressure of the shower was amazing. Didn't get a chance to partake in the free soup unfortunately but it's super cool that they offer that. Not sure if we'll be in Franz Josef again anytime soon, but would definitely book here again!
Kim
Staff was very friendly
Latasha
Loved it amazing room, friendly and helpful staff. So many facilities so worth the price my favourite place to stay ever!
Anna
Really great hostel - perfect location in the centre of the small Franz Josef town. Close to a few pubs and importantly the skydive centre. The staff were really friendly. They offered free veg soup every evening and the kitchen was very well equipped. Private room was comfy and the showers were great. Lovely touch to have the hot tub available too. Everywhere was very clean. Would definitely recommend.
Rudy
Nice hostel with helpful staff.
Verified traveler
Really enjoyed staying here - kind of funky, an accommodation with personality. Free soup every night is a great touch and much appreciated. Friendly and helpful staff, clean rooms, good communal kitchen and other spaces.
Peter
Loved the rustic look of the place but didn't appreciate the neighbours banging doors and windows until late at night.
DAVID
Fantastic location easy access to restaurants, supermarkets & all walks & hikes.
Accommodation was exceptional in cleanliness & lots of kitchen equipment free to use available - would definitely recommend
Accommodation was exceptional in cleanliness & lots of kitchen equipment free to use available - would definitely recommend
Wayne
A very pleasant lounge, room, kitchen and hot tub. Perfect location in town. Quiet location
Geoffrey
The Glow Worm is a great to stay at. It is very affordable. Very handy to the village and nearby walking tracks
Lana
Location is good. Breakfast and soup great.
Very limited parking on site, if you come late all spaces are taken and park somewhere on streets.
Very limited Wi-Fi. No internet after 7pm - system completely overloaded.
In night time ants come in hundreds. You will find them in morning covering all your food (
Very limited parking on site, if you come late all spaces are taken and park somewhere on streets.
Very limited Wi-Fi. No internet after 7pm - system completely overloaded.
In night time ants come in hundreds. You will find them in morning covering all your food (
Amanda
Very friendly place but very basic room. Sadly my room smelt of wet dog and the window catch was broken so i had to secure it using a wash bag! Free soup, popcorn and breakfast is a nice touch.
Cheryl
Perfect little hostel
Fabulous little place, free soup and hottub, and manager Georgia was friendly and helpful, a little star, thank you! WiFi was slow at busy times.
Judith I
Enjoyed stay very much
Enjoy the friendliness and warmness of the hosts. Soup and breakfast a wonderfull touch. Hope to be back for a longer stay.
Karl
Was an amazing stay, didnt expect to get welcomed so friendly and we got taken to a pizza bar for dinner. Definitely a place to stay!
Marcel
Spartan but suitable
Deborah
Absolutely loved this place
Fantastic little place. Room brilliant and very quirky. Bed extremely comfortable. Great location to amenities, shops etc. Free soup in the evening and breakfast in the morning was a very nice touch. Didn't use the hot tub as we arrived late and it was about to close for the night but it looked awesome. Absolutely loved this place.
Marion
Comfortable and good location
Gary
Friendly staff. Free continental breahfast and free soup at night. Can’t beat that for hospitality
Sam
Benjamin, the property owner, was absolutely amazing! Full of really helpful advice on all things Franz Josef and surrounding area. He will go out of his way to ensure that you have a wonderful trip, advise you on good days out/hikes and other excursions. He's always around, and so approachable, if you have any questions you won't feel afraid to ask them. He also makes an amazing soup every night, which is great and really unique amongst the hostels we have stayed in on our journeys. The other staff working there were also really friendly. Excellent location, parking was good, room was comfortable, and other guests were all very welcoming too. It has the feel of a really nice little community. Great hostel to stay in.
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Torsten
The stuff was very friendly
Shaun
Lovely staff a good kitchen & lounge 👍. However 1 toilet & 2 showers (both weather-beaten) between approximately 16 adults was a stretch. Also no bug screens anywhere. Free soup & breakfast appreciated however.
Jodi
Fantastic place, glad we found it! Will definitely be back 😊
James
Best hostel we’ve started at in New Zealand. Incredibly welcoming and has everything you need
Jane
Benjamin the host is welcoming and friendly. He runs the accommodation efficiently and nothing is ever too much trouble. He provides a good breakfast every day and veg soup from 6pm which is welcome after a day out hiking. Would thoroughly recommend a stay here. Also, his assistant Jackie is lovely, always helpful. Thanks for a great stay.
Dag Henrik
The host, Benjamin, was incredible. Great atmosphere, social and just all over amazing.
Brett
Cool spot in beautiful location.
I had a great stay. The owner Benjamin was friendly and takes care of his guests. The room was comfortable with a tv, en-suite, fridge and everything else I needed. The hot tub was a nice bonus! Located in the middle of town and I could walk everywhere, the glacier was a short drive away
Felicito
Nice stay
Nice stay
Sauiluma
Easy to find and it's close to Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier. Very friendly staff. Nice and clean just great for an overnight stay.. Very affordable an free parking just outside your room.
Anita
Feel good
Friendly staff everything is there
Free breakfast and soup for dinner just rounds it all off especially for the price
And normally there is even a hot pool to sink into after seeing the glacier and other walks
Would definitely stay here again
Free breakfast and soup for dinner just rounds it all off especially for the price
And normally there is even a hot pool to sink into after seeing the glacier and other walks
Would definitely stay here again
Verified traveler
Nice and clean. Everything you need is just there. Wonderful friendly staff
Verified traveler
Good value base for Franz Josef. Comfortable room, not luxurious but perfectly fine. Appreciated the free veggie soup in the evening and breakfast next day. Would book again.
Verified traveler
Friendly place to stay
Quite a good atmosphere at this place. And they have friendly services like free popcorn and vegetable soup in the evening. Just wish there wasn’t 1 toilet and 1 sink for 8 people. Also can be noisy in the summer when the windows are open and people are sitting directly outside.
Lorna
A pleasant surprise
I was very impressed with the cleanliness of our room and how much space there was in it. Wasn't expecting to be offered evening soup or breakfast. We booked this as a last resort but were very happy with everything it offered. I even exchanged my book for another one. Well done glowworm!
Verified traveler
Everything was fine. Parking was bit challenging. otherwise all good.
Peter J
Convenient location.
Lots of packpackers. WiFi poor in room said to be due to recent rains. WiFi was fine in reception and common areas.
Carol
glow worm motel
Nice place that provided breakfast, soup, etc. Could have used more toilets but otherwise not bad and nice host.
Verified traveler
Really love our stay! The room has everything we needed, would definitely book again sometime
Verified traveler
Very noisy at all hours, tiny amenities, limited parking.
Andrew
Smaller motel but clean, a little bit cramped compared with other motels outside Franz Josef. Good for one night.
Verified traveler
Older motel-type accommodations. Room was clean, bed was ok for comfort (firm mattress). Reception staff were very helpful for planning things to do (our heli hike was cancelled due to rain).
Charlene
Amazing place
Fab little stay here! Facilities were ace and there was the hidden bonus of free soup and breakfast! Totally recommend this place!
Verified traveler
Lovely hostel. Great room with own microwave, fridge and coffee/tea etc. Free breakfast and home made soup.
Verified traveler
Unique spot to recharge. Great for idea sharing at this place.
Verified traveler
Enjoyable stay near the glacier. Clean and comfortable room.
Verified traveler
Very noisy throughout the night from Motel machine, inserted coin washing machines, dryers, people walking across bedhead window.
Good location to restaurants, pubs, shopping. Good kitchen with fully equipped, free breastfast in the morning and night soup
Good location to restaurants, pubs, shopping. Good kitchen with fully equipped, free breastfast in the morning and night soup
Verified traveler
Very small and a bit damp. Lovely people in an excellent location. A bit of a squash though.
Verified traveler
Great location. All amenities were very clean. Room was very comfortable and quiet. Staff were very helpful about the region. Highly recommend Glow Worm
jankee
Great stay
Amazing home feeling with the delicious evening soup, unlimited popcorn, breakfast and great staff!
AA
The front desk staff is super helpful and knowledgeable. Benjamin helped us figuring out how to make the most of our visit to the glaciers and a hike at Okarito beach.
Unfortunately the room looks worn down and the internet is extremely bad (forget about using it after 5 pm and 9 am). The place is more hostel than hotel.
We stayed at the single room with ensuite bathroom and we felt it was overpriced for what we got.
Unfortunately the room looks worn down and the internet is extremely bad (forget about using it after 5 pm and 9 am). The place is more hostel than hotel.
We stayed at the single room with ensuite bathroom and we felt it was overpriced for what we got.
john
everything provided and made to feel very welcome. backpacker style but absolutely fine. Soup and breakfast helped to socialise and mix with others which was nice
Julia
Good location in town. Friendly staff. Tiny bathroom and sink; no where to put your toiletries. Free vegetable soup for dinner and cereal/toast for breakfast.
Robert
Excellent stay
Really friendly and helpful staff, great location in the centre of town and excellent value. The free soup as we arrived was great as was the breakfast (cereals and toast). Would recommend to anyone looking to stay in Franz Josef
Dwayne
Good value accommodation
Cosy abode, clean and functional. Nice touch with the popcorns and hot spa tub. Nicely located in the centre of town. Courteous staff.
Iris
What a wonderful place to stay!
As soon as I arrived to check in, I was greeted with friendly staff. The gentleman who checked me in always greeted me when he saw me come & go, and he even remembered my name. I stayed in a private cabin with private bath, which also has a sink, fridge, microwave, hot water pot w/ coffee, tea, milk, sugar. My room was sooo comfortable, esp. the bed and the duvet, which helped me get some much needed rest & sleep. There was also strong wifi in my cabin. There was free breakfast, as well as free soup every evening. There’s a self-serve laundry room with washer & dryer, and you can buy laundry soap at reception. The hostel is next to the Wildlife Center, and just a short walk to all the restaurants and the grocery store. This place has a quiet & chill vibe. With the excellent, friendly staff, the comfy room, the chill lounge & common areas, I absolutely loved my stay here!
Verified traveler
Great stay, friendly staff and really well equipped hostel
Verified traveler
Great staff,good breakfast (free), free wi fi,helpful and courteous managers/owners. Would definitely stay again and recommend it to others.
Verified traveler
Amazing stay
This place is awesome! Fully equiped kitchen, full of board games, hot tub, free popcorn, free breakfast, free vegetable soup at 6pm, tv room and a fire place, friendly staff, etc. It was a perfect place for my stay in Franz Josef
Verified traveler
Average hotel for price. Small room with minimal cooking facilities ( microwave) however there is a community kitchen as well. Bed comfy though and nice linen. Location good if you want to walk to a bar or restaurant.
Verified traveler
Great little place in Franz Josef. Amazing value for money. Very backpacker style and you get to meet a lot of travellers. Everything is basic but available. Wifi gets spotty when lots of people use it but still functional. As long as you dont expect luxury, its a great place to stay. Not noisy at all. Stayed in the private room with ensuite.
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Glow Worm Accommodation
27 Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier, New Zealand
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