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Punga Grove

3.0 star property
Aparthotel in Franz Josef Glacier with free parking

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Executive Studio Suite | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Executive Studio Suite | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor Space
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier, 7886
  • Place, Westcoast Wildlife Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Glacier Hot Pools
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Waiho Hot Tubs
    ‪3 min walk‬

Room options

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Studio Suite | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Studio Suite

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Two Bedroom Loft Apartment | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Two Bedroom Loft Apartment

  • 646 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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One Bedroom Loft Apartment | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bedroom Loft Apartment

  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 646 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Standard Twin Room | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Franz Josef Glacier

Punga Grove places you next to Westcoast Wildlife Centre and within a 5-minute walk of Waiho Hot Tubs. Each of the 20 rooms at this 3-star aparthotel includes a kitchenette, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Our Lady of the Alps - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • St James Anglican Church - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 117 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Landing Bar & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Full Of Beans Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Monsoon Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Blue Ice Restaurant & Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪SnakeBite Brewery - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Punga Grove

Aparthotel in Franz Josef Glacier with free parking
Guests staying at Punga Grove enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a picnic area. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Front-desk staff can help secure valuables, and provide local restaurant recommendations. This aparthotel also has barbecue grills.
Each apartment is heated and features a kitchenette with a refrigerator, a microwave, and a stovetop. A flat-screen TV comes with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a portable fan, a safe, and a phone.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 16 for adults and NZD 16 for children

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 20 units

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 16 for adults and NZD 16 for children

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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, debit cards, and cash
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Punga Grove Aparthotel Franz Josef Glacier
Punga Grove Aparthotel
Punga Grove Franz Josef Glacier
Punga Grove
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Punga Grove Franz Josef Glacier
Punga Grove Aparthotel Franz Josef Glacier

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Punga Grove?

Punga Grove offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do near Punga Grove?

This aparthotel is located in Franz Josef Glacier, just steps from Westcoast Wildlife Centre and Glacier Hot Pools, and within a short walk of Waiho Hot Tubs. You'll also find Te Wahipounamu and Our Lady of the Alps less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at this aparthotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the aparthotel.

Does Punga Grove have a casino?

No, Punga Grove doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Punga Grove?

No, there is no indoor pool at this aparthotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Punga Grove?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this aparthotel, including a kitchenette in each apartment plus fireplaces and jetted bathtubs in some.

Does Punga Grove have a hot tub?

No, but some apartments at this aparthotel feature jetted bathtubs.

Does Punga Grove have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Punga Grove offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Punga Grove allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Punga Grove.

Are there connecting rooms at this aparthotel?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this aparthotel.

Are there rooms with balconies at Punga Grove?

Yes, some apartments at this aparthotel offer either a balcony or a patio where guests can enjoy garden or courtyard views.

Punga Grove Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 175 out of 256 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 67 out of 256 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 256 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 256 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 256 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great Stay

Great comfortable stay. Friendly staff and very helpful. Beds were super comfy. Lovely clean and spacious 2 bedroom apartment. Would highly recommend. Within walking distance to Main Street and attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wissam

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great cabin. Great service. Kind and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sanjay

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay… loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely huge apartment with loft bedroom, comfortable & warm, just like home! Hubby loved having full Sky tv access for Sunday sports!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thankyou really enjoyed staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Nice and quiet. Nice room
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our unit was fabulous, and the staff were amazing happy to lend us umbrellas to go out to tea. Highly recommend to everyone
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great motel, huge room. 11min drive from Franz Josef and 30m drive from Fox Glaciers! Would definitely recommend and stay again. Property was also great about arranging a late check in.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly service, shown to our room. They are obviously putting the effort in - very happy customers here.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great accommodation! Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raghu

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It had a loft with master bed and seperate room with 2 twin beds for kids. The highlight was a sunroom attached to LR with greenary all around The surprise view was a mountain view at back of the room The front desk was very helpful with checkin and checkout

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaleen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great property!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

albert l.

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
deserves its 5 star rating
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Short walk to food and helicopter port. Easy parking. Our room had a great fireplace.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

troy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great place for a family to stay. Nearby shops and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Highly recommended hotel.

An amazing hotel room, very spacious and with a rain forest outside the patio doors. The staff were excellent. My only criticism is driving to our cabin as the road is narrow, but if you take care it’s not a problem.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, gave us good recommendations for dining and an umbrella for the short walk. Room was great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Nice little motel with great staff!

We had a great stay at Punga Grove! It was a perfect place to lay our heads after a long travel day. It was such a nice feeling to get out of the car with our tired, grumpy, restless kids, and be greeted with such warmth and kindness from the person at the front desk. We all perked up immediately. The loft suite was perfect for our family of five. The room was very tidy, and the beds were comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David, St. Albert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the room and the surroundings. It felt like sleeping in the rainforest. Easy to walk to everything and lovely people working at reception who were very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent, cosy apartment
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Nicola

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and accommodation was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Our room was a self contained unit. It was great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Soonwoo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious, kitchen
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025