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Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

2.5 star property
Lodge in Franz Josef Glacier with free parking

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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9 Cron St, Franz Josef Glacier, West Coast, 7856
  • Place, Our Lady of the Alps
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Westcoast Wildlife Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Glacier Hot Pools
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

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Queen Bed w/ shared bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Bed (Shared Bathroom)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Queen Bed Ensuite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Bed Ensuite (private Bathroom)

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Studio, Mountain View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Studio, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Franz Josef Glacier

Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef places you next to Te Wahipounamu and Our Lady of the Alps. This 20-room lodge welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and free use of bicycles.
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What's nearby

  • Our Lady of the Alps - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • St James Anglican Church - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 116 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Landing Bar & Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Full Of Beans Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Blue Ice Restaurant & Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Monsoon Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪SnakeBite Brewery - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

Lodge in Franz Josef Glacier with free parking
At Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef, guests have access to free use of bicycles, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills. A stay here includes free parking. Front-desk staff can assist with dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage. This hot springs lodge also has a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the lodge include complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Shopping mall

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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
  • 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.
  • 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.

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

Wild Kea Franz Josef
Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef Lodge
Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef Franz Josef Glacier
Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef Lodge Franz Josef Glacier

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef?

Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do around Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef?

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

Is there parking available at Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the lodge.

Does Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef include a casino at the property?

No, Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef?

No, there is no indoor pool at this lodge.

Is Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef good for couples?

Couples staying at this lodge will appreciate amenities like a shopping mall plus some guestrooms include kitchens and mountain views.

Are there hot tubs at Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef?

No, this lodge doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef.

Are there connecting rooms at Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this lodge.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef.

Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 118 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Has Netflix and Youtube in rooms. Free coffee, hot chocolate, soup, and POPCORN. What more could you want!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jungeun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Christina M

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nicely appointed large room with tiny bathroom. We were on the third floor and no lift, (I wasn't aware this was the case at the time of booking). However the view from the window was impressive. The hotel had a convenient laundry service which we used.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tiarn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Above and beyond service and friendliness. Our host was exceptional at check in, providing a complimentary fresh warmed blueberry muffin for each traveler. Rooms were warm, clean & comfortable. Common area spacious, friendly, very well equipped, with complementary coffee, vegetable soup (home made!), popcorn. Full kitchen. Also a gym and spa available. Our departure from the region was delayed, and we were allowed access to the common area after check out by the very generous host. HIGHLY recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Awesome keopl
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lewis

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities
Warm and cozy, walls are a little thin we unfortunately had neighbors "pillow fighting" next door all night but otherwise good showers and comfy beds
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny Siong Kee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Chill, relax and munch

This should be the best accommodation i stayed in NZ over the past 3 weeks. Decors are great, they provide muffin, veg soup, coffee bean machines and even popcorn. Netflix on tv to keep me entertained while having my meal and a hot tub to relax after many days of continuous walks and hiking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ajay

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

YI TING

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It's really comfortable and friendly. The kitchen and spa are nice and they provide umbrellas. That's really useful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Way better than expected. We had a comfortable and enjoyable stay - thank you Wild Kea Lodge.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and very helpful in getting our luggage up to our family room. We appreciated the lovely extras - muffins on arrival, popcorn and marshmallows, and homemade soup in the communal kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Di

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great service

We arrived & it was raining. The young lady explained everything & showed us our room & it was on the 3rd floor. So she helped us take our bags upstairs & then gave us complimentary muffins which were warm & delicious after our 5 hour road trip. The room was warm & cosy & very clean & comfortable with a terrific view. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The stand-out place we stayed on our travels - brilliant staff, lovely room, great facilities, beautifully decorated... but it was the little things like fresh muffins and water bottles when we arrived and help getting our luggage up to the top floor that really made the difference. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Franz Josef experience

This was a hostel type hotel with private rooms available with on suite. close to the town (5 minutes walk) the room was very comfortable and nicely decorated. Air conditioning was available and good. Bath room was a bit small but the shower was really good and hot water plentiful. The views from the property were breathtaking especially the snow-capped mountains all around.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, the staff were very friendly and helpful. The onsite amenities in the shared kitchen were very nice. The rooms were a bit noisy but got quiet after 9 pm and the sinks are super tiny, otherwise it was a great choice for our two nights in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Huizhao, San Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Large communinual kitchen, cozy setting for relaxing and talking to fellow travelers
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deanie, Cowichan Bay

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
THIS PLACE IS EPIC!! Excellent! 100 stars. Stay HERE! Go HERE! Choose HERE! Omgosh where to start. ….. first of all the staff were LOVELY, so welcoming and warm and kind. And- get this- Free home made muffins handed to us upon check in!!!! They were delicious. Next, we were shown to our room, small, but very clean and cute. We did two twin beds and bathroom across hall. Bathroom was shiny and clean with hair dryer, straightener, shampoo and body wash. Towels- crisp white. So nice. It gets better… there is a shared kitchen and living / dining area. The night we arrived there was complimentary veggie soup! The kitchen is so clean - and has everything : three stoves, all the pots, pans and dishes one could dream of. There was a microwave, air frier( yes!! For real!) , I think I even saw a crepe maker 😆. The coffee was to die for. They had a cappuccino machine, but it used fresh ( real) milk, not this fake stuff. It made any kind of coffee one could imagine- all free! It was so lovely to come down early in the morning and enjoy a really good coffee in the clean quiet welcoming place. I would encourage anyone heading to the Fox Glacier or Franz Josef area to stay here. There was even a little BBQ area and a little weight area, with some machines and feee weights. It was lovely!!!!! We were thrilled ! Thank you!!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lucinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025