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There is really little to do in Franz Josef other than the glacier and even less to do in Fox Glacier (30 kilometres away on a very twisty, turny road). You can also fly over the glaciers (cheaper than helihiking, but still expensive). Bought by Alexander Carter Graham and his brother Jim and sister-in-law Rose in 1911. We spent 3 days in Franz Josef waiting for a break in the weather to get up on the glacier and just made it in on the morning of the day we had to leave. 'Glacier country' - the west side of Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park is home to gigantic glaciers, and the town of Franz Josef thrives because of them. Franz Josef Glacier Hotels Featured Hotels Near Franz Josef Glacier Filter by: See the latest prices and deals by choosing your dates. Hotel at Waiho Gorge, Franz Josef Glacier. Often they are in clouds or it is raining and you can't get near because of the condition of the roads or the helicopters can't fly. Problem with both glaciers is also the weather. You can helihike on Franz Josef (costly, but highly recommended - you'll be right on the glacier for up to 3 hours, then soak in their hot pools as long as you want after). New Zealand South Island West Coast Region Westland Tai Poutini National Park Franz Josef. 5,334 - 6,236 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room) ALSO KNOWN AS.

You can drive reasonably close to both glaciers and then hike a distance to get closer, but you'll still be a good kilometre or so away from the glacier's face when they post signs to go no further (danger, and I'd take their advice - people have died ignoring the warnings). There are more places to choose from in the Franz Josef area. Franz Josef would be my choice of the two. WiFi and parking are free, and this hotel also features 2 restaurants.

FRANZ JOSEPH GLACIER HOTEL FREE

It's a good day's drive from either to the glaciers. View deals for Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier, including fully refundable rates with free cancellation. Both glaciers are located on the west coast, halfway between Westport in the north and Queenstown in the south.

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