Franz Josef Glacier: Untamed Beauty in the Southern Alps
Franz Josef Glacier sits just 25 minutes from its twin Fox Glacier. One of the most accessible and most popular glaciers in the Southern Alps, Franz Josef, New Zealand gets thousands of visitors every year. The fourth largest glacier in New Zealand, Franz Josef Glacier is also known as Kā Roimata o Hine Hukatere (translated from the Māori as the tears of Hine Hukatere). Legend has it that Hine Hukatere asked her lover Wawe, who was a less experienced climber to ascend the mountain with her. Wawe fell to his death during an avalanche, and heartbroken Hine Hukatere cried tears that flowed down the mountain and froze, forming the glacier.
Best Time to Visit
Franz Josef Glacier is unpredictable; it rains most of the year. Winters (June-August), however, are relatively stable, with clearer and sunnier days. Because there are fewer crowds during winter, you can get good Franz Josef Glacier hotel deals and accommodation rates. The busiest months in the glacier are November to March, and it can get really crowded during this period.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Experience the relaxing and rejuvenating feeling only Franz Josef’s Glacier Hot Pools can bring. Book tickets to the Westcoast Wildlife Centre and learn more about the two endangered kiwi species rowi and haast tokoeka. Visit the St. James Anglican Church and be mesmerized by its ecclesiastical design. Make Te Waonui Forest Retreat, which features luxurious rooms and a covered outdoor terrace, your home away from home. Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef is also highly recommended for its location, cleanliness and facilities.
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Budget Franz Josef Glacier Hotels
If your vacation or business trip budget on lodging is not very high, you may want to consider these affordable hotels or affordable motels in Franz Josef Glacier area. These affordable lodging properties come with basic amenities and good comfort, for example amenities like Swimming pool, Free parking and Swimming pool. You may want to consider bed & breakfast if you want to make your Franz Josef Glacier trip feel like you are at home. Franz Josef Glacier motels are another alternative lodging option you have.
Boutique and Luxury Franz Josef Glacier Hotels
When you want the best amenities and the most comfort in your Franz Josef Glacier hotel you have plenty of luxury options. Few of the best and most expensive hotels or resorts in Franz Josef Glacier area Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier, Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef Glacier and Jag Escape Franz Alpine Retreat. Most of these upscale boutique hotel choices are of 4 star and 5 star rating with guest rooms and suites with finest furnishings and decor. Often near tourist activities, offering access to both nearby attractions and public transit.