Overview
Glowworm Lodge Franz Josef: Adventure lodge with 24-hour kitchen, hot tub, and glacier access
Rooms and Accommodations
Glow Worm Lodge offers compact queen bed studios, rooms with shared facilities, private en-suite rooms, and shared dormitory options. Family rooms are available for groups traveling with children. Smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, and first aid kits are installed throughout the property.
Communal Spaces and Recreation
Glow Worm Accommodation provides a 24-hour communal kitchen, dining area, and lounge with fireplace. The Games Room offers board games, movies, and social activities for all guests. Outdoor facilities include BBQ facilities, a hot tub, and a picnic area with garden furniture.
Location and Nearby Attractions
Glowworm Lodge Franz Josef is centrally located in Franz Josef, within walking distance of restaurants and walking tracks. The Westcoast Wildlife Centre is minutes away, and glacier tours and scenic helicopter flights operate nearby. Aoraki Mount Cook National Park and Fox Glacier are reachable for day excursions.
Family and Accessibility
The lodge includes wheelchair-accessible facilities and baby safety gates for younger guests. Family rooms offer private bathrooms and fridges, while a designated smoking area is set outdoors. Pet-friendly accommodations are available with additional charges, and pet bowls are provided.
Services and Practicalities
Glowworm Lodge offers free unlimited Wi-Fi throughout the property, and the tour desk assists with activity bookings. Free parking is provided on-site and on the street, and luggage storage is offered. The property has smoke alarms, fire extinguishers, and can issue invoices upon request.
- Rooms: Private en-suite rooms, shared dorms, and family rooms
- Amenities: 24-hour kitchen, games room, BBQ, and hot tub
- Location: Minutes from Westcoast Wildlife Centre and glacier tours
- Family: Baby safety gates and wheelchair-accessible facilities
- Services: Free Wi-Fi, tour desk, and free parking
Rooms and availability
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Room size:
16 m²
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Room size:
16 m²
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Bed options:1 Bunk bed
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Room size:
13 m²
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Bed options:1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
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Facilities
Main facilities
Off-site car park
Outdoor dining area
Picnic area/ Tables
Jacuzzi
Flat-screen TV
Shared kitchen
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
- Outdoor dining area
- Picnic area/ Tables
Children
- Cots
- Playpen
- Board games
- Game room
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Leisure/ TV room
- Jacuzzi
Room features
- Heating
- Garden furniture
Self-catering
- Shared kitchen
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about Glowworm Lodge
| 💵 Lowest room price | 41 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 400 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 136.0 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Hokitika, HKK |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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