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The Terrace

4.0 star property
Motel in Franz Josef Glacier with free parking

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Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | View from room
Studio, Kitchen, Mountain View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchenette | Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Cowan Street, Franz Josef Glacier, 7856
  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Glacier Hot Pools
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Waiho Hot Tubs
    ‪7 min walk‬

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Room options

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King Studio | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Studio

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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King Studio, Kitchen | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Studio, Kitchen

  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Super King Studio with Kitchen | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Super King Studio with Kitchen

  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Executive Spa Bath Apartment | View from room

Executive Spa Bath Apartment

  • 570 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Studio, Kitchen, Mountain View | View from room

Studio, Kitchen, Mountain View

  • 463 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bedroom Spa Bath Apartment Mountain View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Mountain View Studio with Kitchen

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Super King Studio with Kitchen

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Studio with Kitchen

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Sofa Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Two Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Franz Josef Glacier

The Terrace places you next to Westcoast Wildlife Centre and within a 5-minute walk of Te Wahipounamu. This 4-star motel has 11 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Our Lady of the Alps - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • St James Anglican Church - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 117 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Snakebite - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Monsoon Restaurant at Rainforest - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Full of Beans - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Landing Restaurant & Bar - Franz Josef - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Alice May - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Terrace

Motel in Franz Josef Glacier with free parking
The Terrace features free WiFi in public areas, express check-out, and laundry facilities. Free parking is included with your stay. Front-desk staff can assist with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Additional amenities include barbecue grills and a garden.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Sitting areas, refrigerators, and coffee makers are also standard.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), Dutch, English, Filipino, German, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Horseback riding/rentals

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 25.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for NZD 25.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 25.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 25.0 per night

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 major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck 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 major credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Terrace Franz Josef Glacier
Terrace Motel Franz Josef Glacier
Terrace Motel
The Terrace Motel
The Terrace Franz Josef Glacier
The Terrace Motel Franz Josef Glacier

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Terrace?

The Terrace provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do around The Terrace?

Located steps from Westcoast Wildlife Centre, this motel is in Franz Josef Glacier, and within a 10-minute walk of Glacier Hot Pools and Waiho Hot Tubs. You'll also find Our Lady of the Alps and Te Wahipounamu less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at The Terrace?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

Does The Terrace have a casino?

No, The Terrace doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Terrace?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Terrace?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a restaurant plus some guestrooms include jetted bathtubs and kitchens.

Are there hot tubs at The Terrace?

Yes, some guestrooms at this motel feature private spa tubs.

Does The Terrace have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, The Terrace doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Terrace allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Terrace.

Does The Terrace have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Terrace?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Terrace.

The Terrace Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 360 out of 615 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 218 out of 615 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 615 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 615 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 615 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

Highly recommended

Motel appears to have been upgraded since our last visit two years ago. Well worth a visit.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

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

Good location in Franz Josef

Rooms are basic in appearance, but seemed to have everything we needed for our one night stay. Was a quiet room too which was good. Hotel was super handy for restaurants and the food store in town.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Terence

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very basic property but does the job. Nice shower Reno.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Ivan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice comfortable room. Nothing special but served its purpose perfectly well with no failings.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

David

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

Good position

Very convenient, clean motel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. The hostess was very friendly. She offered great suggestions for restaurants, which were very walkable from our room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay while visiting the glacier(s). The place is clean, well maintained, and walking distance to everything Franz Josef.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Alastair

It was ok.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Salil

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sulochana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location, clean property with solid amenities and very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

J

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

10/10 Excellent

roy

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

Great place in superb location with mountain view

Fabulous location and super large room with separate bathroom which was also super large. Walk to the restaurants. Walk to the helipads. On site parking. Fireplace (realistic electric)
Our parking
View from room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saravan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very conveniently located near the main part of the town.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deepak

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice big room and bathroom. Warm, convenient, spotlessly clean, friendly check in. Next door to Alice May restaurant serving good food.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Oleg

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet property. Convenient location, walking distance to all local attractions. Amazing view of the glacier out of the window.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel that is walking distance to view glow worms
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness

Unfortunately it rained

This was a two night stop for us. Arrived late day one, checked in and shown our room. That’s it. Brand new bathroom which was nice. Kitchen, lounge and bedroom all in one large room which is typical motel set up. Bed was ok. Unfortunately the next day it rained all day and we were essentially stuck in the room. Could sit outside apart from the in area where the cars are parked. The best thing it has going for it was the view and the central location for all the eateries and bars.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Kellie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location is great. Unfortunately the beds are horribly uncomfortable - both my husband and I woke up with back pain. Won’t be staying here again if I had the choice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Evan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

R

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

Definitely would recommend

Very nice place to stay convenient for the shops, walks. Everything you need was available. Very clean although it rained everyday but still got out did some hiking. Had a hot tub experience which was amazing its a must thing to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary, Elizabeth

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024