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$17915 Cowan Street, Franz Josef, 7856, New Zealand
1,004 reviews
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Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Room service
Spa tub
Tour desk
Private entrance
Parking On Site
Mountain view
Welcome to The Terrace, your perfect oasis nestled in the stunning landscape of Franz Josef, New Zealand! Just a stone’s throw from the city center (a mere 0.1mi away), our charming 4-star hotel invites travelers to unwind in style. Starting at an unbeatable price, you’ll find the ideal base to explore the breathtaking beauty of the area. Trust us, you won’t want to miss the majestic views that greet you at every turn!
Get ready to indulge—our guests rave about the plethora of amenities we offer! Picture yourself soaking in a luxurious spa tub after a day of adventures, or whipping up a delicious meal in your kitchenette while soaking in the incredible mountain views. Free WiFi keeps you connected, while our tour desk can help you discover the best local attractions. With 1004 reviews, our dedicated staff and inviting atmosphere ensure that every moment spent here is a delight.
But wait, there's more! Enjoy the convenience of free private parking, while those who crave a bit of excitement can opt for horseback riding (extra charges apply). Rest easy in our non-smoking rooms, specially designed to cater to all your needs—accessibility included! Whether you’re planning a solo escape, a romantic getaway, or an epic adventure with friends, The Terrace is your ticket to a memorable stay in one of New Zealand’s most beautiful destinations!
At The Terrace, adventures come alive and laughter fills the air! Picture this: after exploring the spectacular sights of Franz Josef Glacier, you can gather your friends or loved ones and relive the day's excitement over drinks on our picturesque terrace. As the sun dips below the horizon, transforming the sky into a palette of warm colors, you’ll realize that this is more than just a hotel; it’s a hub of joy and relaxation, where memories are forged over shared experiences. With our friendly staff always ready to provide recommendations, you’ll have no shortage of ideas to fill your days with unforgettable fun.
If you're feeling pampered, we have just the treat for you. Indulge in some leisurely time at our spa tub where you can unwind after an exhilarating hike. The soothing bubbles and stunning mountain backdrop will whisk your worries away. And when hunger strikes, our well-appointed kitchenettes make dining a breeze! Prep a cozy meal and dine under a blanket of stars, or grab a bite from local eateries that deliver the taste of New Zealand right to your palate. With our prime location, you can experience culinary delights without traveling far.
Finally, let’s talk about your wallet! We understand that budgeting is essential for every traveler, and we are proud to offer an array of flexible payment options. From cash to all major credit cards like Mastercard and Visa, we ensure a hassle-free check-in process so you can focus on making the most of your vacation. Combined with our welcoming atmosphere and commitment to quality, The Terrace offers all you need for a fantastic getaway in one of the globe's most picturesque corners. Your adventure awaits—let the magic of Franz Josef unfold!
Closest airports
Hokitika Aerodrome
61.7miFree Private Parking
Free wifi
Room service
Spa tub
Tour desk
Private entrance
Parking On Site
Mountain view
Kitchen
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Kitchenware
Kitchenette
View
Bathtub
Free toiletries
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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen
1 King Size Bed
1 Twin Bed
570 sqft
Spa tub
Kitchen
Private Bathroom
Kitchenette
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Treat yourself to this spacious apartment which features stunning views of the snow capped mountains and rainforest. Soak in the 2-person spa bath after a long day of activities. The lounge area contains a couch, a flat screen TV and electric heaters. The kitchen has a fridge, a hotplate and a microwave. All beds offer electric blankets.
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Studio, King Size, Kitchen
1 King Size Bed
410 sqft
Kitchen
Private Bathroom
Kitchenette
Kitchenware
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These spacious studios offer a lounge area with a flat screen TV. The kitchen area has a fridge, a hotplate and a microwave. These rooms offer an private bathroom and parking next to the ground floor room.
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Studio
1 King Size Bed
1 Twin Bed
1 King Size Bed
270 sqft
Private Bathroom
Kitchenware
Private entrance
Flat-screen TV
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x3
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This hotel-style studio offers an private bathroom. It also includes a refrigerator, toaster and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a flat-screen TV, an electric heater, a hairdryer and electric blankets. Located on the ground floor, this studio includes free onsite parking. You can request your preferred bedding configuration in the Special Requests Box at the time of booking.
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Apartment, 1 Bedroom
1 Twin Bed
1 Sofa Bed
1 King Size Bed
450 sqft
Kitchen
Private Bathroom
Kitchenette
Kitchenware
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The spacious room features beds with electric blankets. The lounge area offers a sofa and a flat screen TV. The kitchen includes a microwave, hotplates and a fridge. There is a private bathroom and on site parking.
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Superior Studio, Kitchen
410 sqft
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Free wifi
Microwave
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These spacious studios include electric blankets, heaters and a dining table. There is a sofa and a flat-screen TV. The kitchen has a fridge, a hotplate and a microwave. There is an private bathroom and on site parking.
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Studio, Mountain View, Kitchen
465 sqft
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Free wifi
Microwave
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This studio features some of the most impressive views in Franz with the main windows looking directly towards the glacier valley. Snow capped mountains and the Croz glacier can be seen year round from the windows. This studio apartment offers a flat-screen TV, electric heaters and on-site parking. The kitchen has a fridge, freezer, hotplates, and a microwave.
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Superior Studio, King/Twin, Kitchen
1 Twin Bed
1 King Size Bed
410 sqft
Kitchen
Private Bathroom
Kitchenette
Kitchenware
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Super Studio, King Size
1 King Size Bed
410 sqft
Kitchen
Free wifi
Microwave
Flat-screen TV
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Apartment, 2 Bedroom
1 Double Bed
2 Twin Beds
1 Sofa Bed
540 sqft
Kitchen
Private Bathroom
Kitchenette
Kitchenware
x10
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x6
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Studio, King/Twin, Mountain View, Kitchen
1 Twin Bed
1 King Size Bed
465 sqft
Mountain view
Kitchen
Private Bathroom
Kitchenette
x3
More details
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Apartment, 2 Bedroom, Kitchen
Kitchen
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Studio, Mountain View
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Free wifi
Microwave
x5
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x3
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8.6
1,004 reviewsCategories of assessments
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Facilities
Staff
Value for money
WiFi quality
Featured reviews:
Sharon
10
October 2024
This motel is very spacious, clean and comfortable. Staff most friendly. The motel is right in the heart of the town where you can walk to all restaurants. We used the laundry facilities. The kiwi centre is right down the street to see kiwis. You must go to the restaurant, Alice May to find out about the history of this restaurant and who it is named after. Most interesting. We enjoyed dining at the Blue Ice bar and restaurant, Snake bite brewery, the landing and Alice May. Views of Franz Josef were awesome from our executive room which had a spacious spa bath to enjoy. Loved the Waiho Hot Tubs in town.
Jane
9.1
March 2024
The unit was very spacious. Staff was friendly and helpful. For example, there was no large knife in the kitchenette and they brought one over immediately. Apparently ownership changed not long ago, and they are in the process of upgrading rooms. Our room was fine. Location is great, just a few steps from restaurants and trails.
The parking arrangements were not intuitive. There was an illustration on the inside of the room, but many guests did not notice it leading to some confusion on the part of arriving guests. To their credit, staff were quite willing to help assist.
Michelle
10
December 2023
Loved my room. So big, spacious and comfortable. My bed was like a cloud. Checkin process really easy and very friendly. No airconditioning in the room, but when I asked for a fan one was supplied for me. Very impressed by that. I opened the windows and used the fan and I was more than cool enough. Location of the motel is right in the centre of town, could walk to everywhere I needed to go. Very good value for money and pleased there was a washing machine on site.
Nothing really. The gravel leading up to the room was hard wheeling my very heavy suitcase on, but I managed. My stay was lovely and my room was great. I really have no complaints at all and would happily stay here again. I was very comfortable.
Alison
9.1
February 2025
Lovely friendly staff. Central location. Only a few minutes walk to restaurants. Apartment spotlessly clean. Complimentary milk and toiletries Great views
Only soft chair seating inside for two/three people. Parking right up to our room left no room to sit outside our room, and there were only two outside chairs. We were able to sit around the table in the bbq area as no-one was using it. Main lounge was a little dark.
Helen
9.1
December 2023
Our room was clean, comfortable and spacious with a well-equipped kitchenette. Comfortable bed. The location was excellent, being close to shops and restaurants. Conveniently we dined at Alice May Restaurant next door, for which we received a 10% discount as we were staying at The Terrace. Parking was great as we parked our car outside our room. The gentleman at reception was very friendly and helpful with recommendations when we checked in.
Very minor problem - the television was mounted on the wall in an odd position where it was difficult to watch from the sofa or from the bed - not a gamechanger! The temperature of the water from the bathroom vanity taps was not consistent with the designated setting (hot or cold)
Frank
10
March 2025
The Terrace is in the center of town so one can walk to restaurants stores etc. The room (we were in an end room) had lots of windows on three sides so it was light and bright despite the rain weather. It was a very spacious room with a separate bedroom, reasonable kitchen space and living room area and a very large bathroom with separate WC The staff were all very nice and helpful
Christopher
9.1
March 2024
Easy check-in, excellent location for walking 2 mins to town center, very nice accommodation and space in Cottage #17, and an incredible view of Franz Josef from our dining room window! A frisbee golf course in town an added plus!
I would suggest at least two more cooking pots with lids and one non scratched skillet with a lid. It would be helpful to have more cooking spatulas in hard rubber rather than stainless steel as well.
J&m
9.1
July 2024
Truly loved everything. Such lovely staff, clean large rooms, kitchen facilities and big modern bathrooms. I would 100% stay here again. Great value for money, one of the best night's sleep we've had since travelling.
Really hard to criticise anything but the shower head was a bit stupid and not pleasant to shower in.
Shirley
9.1
September 2023
Michelle, the lady at the reception is very friendly and helpful. The location is near everything - tour booking, restaurants, must visit the Kiwi conservatory center. Is nearby. We also did the Crave your own stone, about 2 minutes drive away from the motel. The lady, Jen is very funny and made our time there really fun!
There were 4 of us, all adults but only one bathroom/toilet in a 2 bedroom apartment. Also it rained and weather was bad. We couldn’t do the ride and the climb but no fault of the place ;). Just mother nature!
Harshad
9.1
May 2024
The location is great & very convenient, its just off the main highway and a street across from the main town center to easily walk down. Parking is just in the front of respective room entrances. Heated beds, hall, well stocked kitchen. Overall value for money.
The kitchen does not have any exhaust / chimney leaving you no choice but to open the door or windows to let out the cooking fumes. Not vet convenient esp in winters.
Attractions
West Coast Wildlife Centre
0miFranz Josef Glacier Hot Pools
0.2miFranz Josef Glacier
3miFox Glacier
9.9miAoraki/Mt. Cook National Park
14.7miTasman Glacier (Haupapa)
21.4miSir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre
24.3miMt. Cook Hermitage Hotel
24.3miAttractions
West Coast Wildlife Centre
0miFranz Josef Glacier Hot Pools
0.2miFranz Josef Glacier
3miFox Glacier
9.9miAoraki/Mt. Cook National Park
14.7miTasman Glacier (Haupapa)
21.4miSir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre
24.3miMt. Cook Hermitage Hotel
24.3miAirports
Hokitika Aerodrome
61.7miFree Private Parking
Free wifi
Room service
Spa tub
Tour desk
Private entrance
Parking On Site
Mountain view
Kitchen
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Kitchenware
Kitchenette
View
Bathtub
Free toiletries
Accessibility
Entire unit located on ground floor
Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Toilet with grab rails
Wheelchair accessible
Activities
Canoeing
Fishing
Hiking
Horseback riding
Bathroom
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shower
Spa tub
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Alarm clock
Linens
Wardrobe or closet
Cleaning Services
Daily housekeeping
Laundry
Food & Drink
Tea/Coffee maker
Front Desk Services
Baggage storage
Express check-in/out
Invoice provided
Private check-in/out
Tour desk
General
Carpeted
Designated smoking area
Electric blankets
Facilities for disabled guests
Family rooms
Heating
Non-smoking rooms
Private entrance
Room service
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Dining table
Electric kettle
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Kitchenware
Microwave
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Living Area
Dining area
Sitting area
Sofa
Media & Technology
Cable channels
Flat-screen TV
Radio
Satellite channels
Telephone
TV
Outdoors
BBQ facilities
Outdoor furniture
Parking
Free Private Parking
Parking On Site
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Contactless check-in/out
Room Amenities
Fold-up bed
Iron
Sofa bed
Safety & security
Fire extinguishers
Smoke alarms
Safety features
First aid kits available
Services
Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Spa
Spa
Transportation
Airport shuttle
View
Mountain view
View
From 14:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Until 10:00
Pets are not allowed.
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Come and go whenever you want
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Reservations
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Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 1 years
Cot upon request
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2 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
$14 per child per day
Cot upon request
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3+ years
Extra bed upon request
$14 per person per day
The price in NZD has been converted to show you the approximate price in USD.
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of cribs, extra beds, and children allowed in existing beds can vary depending on the option booked.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
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