Name: Glow Worm Accommodation
Address: 27 Cron Street, 7886 Franz Josef, New Zealand, 27 Cron Street, West Coast, 7886, New Zealand
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $14 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.5

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Hostel Glow Worm Accommodation

27 Cron Street, 7886 Franz Josef, New Zealand –

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complementary soup in the evening and a basic breakfast included in room rate, very well appointed communal kitchen area.

Adam

New Zealand

Amazing cozy backpacker, staff friendly and helpful and very clean

Cynthia

New Zealand

Appreciate hot vegetable soup in the evening and free popcorn which is amazing.

Neoh

Malaysia

Really nice place, comfortable beds and in a great location. Parking was easy and the free popcorn and breakfast was a bonus. Staff really friendly and helpful, and great views from the kitchen

Simon

Australia

Good location. Clean, although smallish rooms. Good kitchen basics. Good value for the money.

Pamela

Canada

Liked that the room had its own bathroom and a second sink which was useful. Simple breakfast of toast and cereals. Free soup in the evening (don’t expect a meal but a simple good broth). Well stocked kitchen.

Marian

Canada

Room was spacious, had enough power plugs and was clean enough. The free breakfast of wheetbix, cornflakes, toast or rices was great :) Location was good too.

Lorna

New Zealand

Free hot vegetable soup served at 6pm. Free hot tub for use by any guest as desired. Gummy glowworm given at check in. Laundry facilities available.

John

United States of America

Delicious vegetable soup and a hot tub, although it was full of people. Glow worm place was close by and an easy walk.

Annette

United States of America

Kitchen area was good. Free popcorn and cereal/toast in the am.

Donna

United States of America

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9.3

Excellent location!
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What guests loved the most:
“complementary soup in the evening and a basic breakfast included in room rate, very well appointed communal kitchen area.”

Adam New Zealand
“Amazing cozy backpacker, staff friendly and helpful and very clean”

Cynthia New Zealand
“Appreciate hot vegetable soup in the evening and free popcorn which is amazing.”

Neoh Malaysia
“Really nice place, comfortable beds and in a great location. Parking was easy and the free popcorn and breakfast was a bonus. Staff really friendly and helpful, and great views from the kitchen”

Simon Australia
“Good location. Clean, although smallish rooms. Good kitchen basics. Good value for the money.”

Pamela Canada
“Liked that the room had its own bathroom and a second sink which was useful. Simple breakfast of toast and cereals. Free soup in the evening (don’t expect a meal but a simple good broth).”

Marian Canada
“Room was spacious, had enough power plugs and was clean enough. The free breakfast of wheetbix, cornflakes, toast or rices was great :) Location was good too.”

Lorna New Zealand
“Free hot vegetable soup served at 6pm. Free hot tub for use by any guest as desired. Gummy glowworm given at check in. Laundry facilities available.”

John United States of America
“Delicious vegetable soup and a hot tub, although it was full of people. Glow worm place was close by and an easy walk.”

Annette United States of America
“Kitchen area was good. Free popcorn and cereal/toast in the am.”

Donna United States of America

Glow Worm Accommodations is located in the center of Franz Josef and offers a range of shared dormitory rooms and private rooms with attached bathroom. Free unlimited WiFi is included.

All rooms include free breakfast in the morning and a free vegetable soup in the evening as well as BBQ facilities, free international telephone calls and free use of the spa pool.

All guests at Glow Worm Accommodations have 24-hour access to the large communal kitchen and lounge area, with a 50-inch flat-screen TV and shelf full of games for social nights. The lounge area is equipped with couches and a large range of movies where guests can warm up next to the fireplace and enjoy some free popcorn.

Glow Worm Accommodations is a 25-minute drive from Fox Glacier. A variety of restaurants and bars is less than 10 minutes’ walk away.

This property also has one of the top-rated locations in Franz Josef! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

This property is also rated for the best value in Franz Josef! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.

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Glow Worm is a warm and friendly place. Great to relax, sit by the fire and get cosy on the couch. Its like being at nanas place. your happy to put your feet up talk to other travellers.

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Closest Landmarks *

Franz Josef Glacier
5.8 miles
Fox Glacier
10 miles

Restaurants & Markets *

Alice May Restaurant
0 miles
The Landing Restaurant
0.1 miles
Snake Bite Brewery Restaurant
0.1 miles
Four Squre Super Market Supermarket
0.2 miles

Natural Beauty *

Mapourika Lake
7.8 miles

Closest Airports *

Hokitika Airport
61.5 miles

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What Travelers Love About This Location

“Loved the free soup in the evening and free breakfast in the morning. Also had a dip in the hot pool. Kids adored the popcorn maker. We all enjoyed a little sta...”

Ruth

United Kingdom

9.5

“Big shared kitchen area with free breakfast and soup on an evening. The staff were really lovely and the room was nice and clean as well as the shared bathroom ...”

Teresa

Cambodia

9.5

“Close proximity to everything Rooms having own bathroom and minor kitchen facilities, didn't have to go to communal area if you didn't want to Hot tub...”

Christine

Australia

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2:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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7:30 AM - 10:00 AM

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Children of all ages are welcome.

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Pets are not allowed.

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“Really nice place, comfortable beds and in a great location. Parking was easy and the free popcorn and breakfast was a bonus. Staff really friendly and helpful, and great views from the kitchen”

“Liked that the room had its own bathroom and a second sink which was useful. Simple breakfast of toast and cereals. Free soup in the evening (don’t expect a meal but a simple good broth). Well stocked kitchen.”

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Reviewed: August 19, 2019

Erin
Australia
10

“Cute and friendly”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Heating
Microwave

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 17, 2019

Paula
Australia
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Great stay. Simple room with everything that you need.

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 17, 2019

Laura
United Kingdom
Age group: 25 – 34

1 helpful vote
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The view from the hostel was outstanding. Such a beautiful place. I loved the soup in the evening, and although I didn’t take the time to use it, I liked the fact that the hostel had a ps3.

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 16, 2019

William
United Kingdom
9.0

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Greedy backpackers. Had to take the bag of bread back from others

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 16, 2019

Laura
United Kingdom
8.8

Excellent
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It's sort of a homey backpackers. Good communal areas, liked that you can make some popcorn though machine didn't work. Also basic breakfast included which is not bad. Very decent for the price

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 13, 2019

Laura
New Zealand
Age group: 25 – 34
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The free popcorn was great!

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 12, 2019

Molly17
United Kingdom

2 helpful votes
7.5

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
2 toilets & showers between 2x 6 bed dorm rooms seemed a bit of a squeeze. Bathrooms were also quite small. The hobs took ages to heat up took us about 2 hours to make a dinner.
Good location, WiFi and clean. Free soup every night - was delicious! Especially on those cold winter nights. Breakfast was also good and one day there was also hot chocolate. Rooms were okay, spacious but no lockers/cupboards. Tv room was cool and separate lounge with cosy fire.

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 11, 2019

Karyn
Australia
10

“It was great.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
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Free breakfast, free soup in the evening, microwave and fridge in the room. Hot tub available free for guests to use. Very helpful, friendly reception staff. Right next to the wildlife centre where we saw kiwis and received a discounted entry price because we were staying at Glow Worm

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 9, 2019

Amanda
Australia
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Good value for money. Great kitchen facilities. Close walk to everything. Free soup at night a nice touch.

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 8, 2019

Michelle
Australia
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Well priced, clean,very accommodating staff. Breakfast offered as well as home made soup for dinner. Definitely would recommend this accommodation to everyone.

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 6, 2019

Adeline
France
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
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AMAZING! Friendly staff, Pop corn free Soup free Breakfast free Cosy, warm, TV room, spa pool ! very clean Perfect place

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 4, 2019

Shane Loke
Malaysia
10

“Clean and cozy”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The place was clean and the staff was nice

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: July 27, 2019

EmmaWilson
United Kingdom
7.5

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Room felt very dark and unclean. Cooker was very slow to heat up.
Showers were v powerful and warm! Great location. Free veg soup and popcorn was a lovely added touch

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 23, 2019

Shubham
Japan
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Beds were not as comfortable. And charging sockets were not present at every bed.
Great kitchen, common places. Great soup and breakfast offered by the accomodation! Got to meet some really nice people.

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 19, 2019

Adam
New Zealand
8.8

“Good value budget accomodation, would stay again”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Room
- • Stayed 1 night
complementary soup in the evening and a basic breakfast included in room rate, very well appointed communal kitchen area.

Stayed in July 2019

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	Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Private Bathroom 1 bunk bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking This dormitory room has a refrigerator, a microwave, a toaster and an electric kettle. The bathroom has a shower and a toilet. Room Facilities: • Shower • Kitchenette • Refrigerator • Sitting area • Toilet • Microwave • Private Bathroom • Heating • Carpeted • Dining area • Electric kettle • Toaster • Linens • Outdoor furniture • Outdoor dining area • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Double Room with Shared Bathroom 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Free parking This budget room includes towels and bed linen. Guests have access to a communal lounge with a TV, a shared bathroom and shared kitchen facilities. Room Facilities: • Shower • Shared bathroom • Toilet • Heating • Shared toilet • Carpeted • Towels • Linens • Outdoor furniture • Outdoor dining area • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Twin Room with Shared Bathroom 2 twin beds	Show prices
Start of dialog content Free parking This budget room includes towels and bed linen. Guests have access to a communal lounge with a TV, a shared bathroom and shared kitchen facilities. Room Facilities: • Shower • Shared bathroom • Toilet • Heating • Shared toilet • Carpeted • Towels • Linens • Outdoor furniture • Outdoor dining area • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Double Room with Private Bathroom 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking This double room features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. It has a refrigerator, a microwave, a toaster and an electric kettle. The private bathroom has a shower and a toilet. Room Facilities: • Shower • Kitchenette • Refrigerator • Sitting area • Toilet • Microwave • Private Bathroom • Heating • Satellite channels • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • Dining area • Electric kettle • Kitchenware • Toaster • Towels • Linens • Outdoor furniture • Outdoor dining area • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Twin Room with Private Bathroom 2 twin beds	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking This twin room features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. It has a refrigerator, a microwave, a toaster and an electric kettle. The private bathroom has a shower and a toilet. Room Facilities: • Shower • Kitchenette • Refrigerator • Sitting area • Toilet • Microwave • Private Bathroom • Heating • Satellite channels • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • Dining area • Electric kettle • Kitchenware • Toaster • Towels • Linens • Outdoor furniture • Outdoor dining area • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom 1 bunk bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Free parking This dormitory room has a refrigerator, a microwave, a toaster and an electric kettle. The shared bathroom has a shower and a toilet. Room Facilities: • Shower • Shared bathroom • Toilet • Heating • Shared toilet • Carpeted • Linens • Outdoor furniture • Outdoor dining area • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Family Room 1 full bed and 2 bunk beds	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking Room Facilities: • Shower • Kitchenette • Refrigerator • Sitting area • Toilet • Microwave • Private Bathroom • Heating • Satellite channels • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • Dining area • Electric kettle • Kitchenware • Toaster • Towels • Linens • Outdoor furniture • Outdoor dining area • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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