Hostel Glow Worm Accommodation

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27 Cron Street, 7886 Franz Josef, New Zealand – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.5/10! (score from 869 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

8.6
Excellent
870 reviews

Our stay was awesome, facilities, staff amazing. Room, bathroom clean 100%

Elbio Uruguay

The rooms are very comfortable and the whole place is subtly decorated with historical relics and photos that show off Franz Josef's past. The staff are wonderful and very accommodating. It is situated close to bars, restaurants and tourist attractions. Child and pet friendly too. I highly recommend staying here. We'll be back!

Leigh New Zealand

Clean and comfortable with great facilities and really friendly staff! Free parking, free wifi, free breakfast, free veggie soup in the evenings, even free popcorn at reception! Great value for money right in town. An absolute gem of a backpackers.

Anne New Zealand

The place was old-style but fashionable in its own way. Benjamin at the front desk was very helpful. Arranged our late check-in even before we inform. The place felt welcoming and friendly. Breakfast was good with the view of snow-capped mountains. and... Free popcorn!! We enjoyed our stay there. Highly recommended.

Sumith Hong Kong

Great value, clean comfy warm rooms, we had a family one with bunks. Little kitchenette. Inside main building lovely lounge and dining kitchen. Free veggie soup after 6, cereal and toast included in morning. Fabulous. Will be back soon :)

Kristine New Zealand

Great location (2-min walk from restaurants, a corner store, and tour operators). Great facilities (love the hot tub)! There is free breakfast and soup everyday in the kitchen. It's clean and comfortable. The owner is friendly.

Yerusha United States of America

Great owner, there was free popcorn, free jacuzzi, free veggie soup, tv room with dvds and ps3 with many different games, super clean accommodations with much to offer for a more than reasonable price.

Suzune New Zealand

Super Friendly Staff. Well maintained facilities. I like the recreation hall, SPA and spacious kitchen.

Satyanarayana New Zealand

Very good value. The hot tub was a real treat. Very friendly staff. Clean, comfortable rooms. Didn't feel at all "corporate."

Christopher United States of America

Superb kitchen and lounge facilities. The owner was very friendly to chat with and helped out with walks to do while we were there. We will have to try the hot tub next time!

Kimberly New Zealand
8.6
Excellent
870 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Our stay was awesome, facilities, staff amazing. Room, bathroom clean 100%”
    Elbio Elbio Uruguay Uruguay
  • “The rooms are very comfortable and the whole place is subtly decorated with historical relics and photos that show off Franz Josef's past. The staff are wonderful and very accommodating.”
    Leigh Leigh New Zealand New Zealand
  • “Clean and comfortable with great facilities and really friendly staff! Free parking, free wifi, free breakfast, free veggie soup in the evenings, even free popcorn at reception!”
    Anne Anne New Zealand New Zealand
  • “The place was old-style but fashionable in its own way. Benjamin at the front desk was very helpful. Arranged our late check-in even before we inform. The place felt welcoming and friendly.”
    Sumith Sumith Hong Kong Hong Kong
  • “Great value, clean comfy warm rooms, we had a family one with bunks. Little kitchenette. Inside main building lovely lounge and dining kitchen.”
    Kristine Kristine New Zealand New Zealand
  • “Great location (2-min walk from restaurants, a corner store, and tour operators). Great facilities (love the hot tub)! There is free breakfast and soup everyday in the kitchen.”
    Yerusha Yerusha United States of America United States of America
  • “Great owner, there was free popcorn, free jacuzzi, free veggie soup, tv room with dvds and ps3 with many different games, super clean accommodations with much to offer for a more than reasonable...”
    Suzune Suzune New Zealand New Zealand
  • “Super Friendly Staff. Well maintained facilities. I like the recreation hall, SPA and spacious kitchen.”
    Satyanarayana Satyanarayana New Zealand New Zealand
  • “Very good value. The hot tub was a real treat. Very friendly staff. Clean, comfortable rooms. Didn't feel at all "corporate."”
    Christopher Christopher United States of America United States of America
  • “Superb kitchen and lounge facilities. The owner was very friendly to chat with and helped out with walks to do while we were there. We will have to try the hot tub next time!”
    Kimberly Kimberly New Zealand New Zealand

Categories:

  • Staff9.3
  • Facilities8.5
  • Cleanliness8.8
  • Comfort8.5
  • Value for money8.8
  • Location9.5
  • Free WiFi8.0

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 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.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Glow Worm Accommodation has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Nov 10, 2013

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Most popular amenities

Free parking
Free WiFi
Pet friendly

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Twin Room with Private Bathroom
  • 1 twin bed and
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Max adults: 4. Max children: 2
Family Room
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Guest reviews

8.6
Excellent · 870 reviews
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  • Staff9.3
  • Facilities8.5
    Kitchen
  • Cleanliness8.8
  • Comfort8.5
  • Value for money8.8
  • Location9.5
  • Free WiFi8.0

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See what guests loved the most:

  • Elbio Uruguay

    “Our stay was awesome, facilities, staff amazing. Room, bathroom clean 100%”

  • Leigh New Zealand

    “The rooms are very comfortable and the whole place is subtly decorated with historical relics and photos that show off Franz Josef's past. The staff are wonderful and very accommodating. It is situated close to bars, restaurants and tourist attractions. Child and pet friendly too. I highly recommend staying here. We'll be back!”

  • Anne New Zealand

    “Clean and comfortable with great facilities and really friendly staff! Free parking, free wifi, free breakfast, free veggie soup in the evenings, even free popcorn at reception! Great value for money right in town. An absolute gem of a backpackers.”

  • Sumith Hong Kong

    “The place was old-style but fashionable in its own way. Benjamin at the front desk was very helpful. Arranged our late check-in even before we inform. The place felt welcoming and friendly. Breakfast was good with the view of snow-capped mountains. and... Free popcorn!! We enjoyed our stay there. Highly recommended.”

  • Kristine New Zealand

    “Great value, clean comfy warm rooms, we had a family one with bunks. Little kitchenette. Inside main building lovely lounge and dining kitchen. Free veggie soup after 6, cereal and toast included in morning. Fabulous. Will be back soon :)”

  • Yerusha United States of America

    “Great location (2-min walk from restaurants, a corner store, and tour operators). Great facilities (love the hot tub)! There is free breakfast and soup everyday in the kitchen. It's clean and comfortable. The owner is friendly.”

  • Suzune New Zealand

    “Great owner, there was free popcorn, free jacuzzi, free veggie soup, tv room with dvds and ps3 with many different games, super clean accommodations with much to offer for a more than reasonable price.”

  • Satyanarayana New Zealand

    “Super Friendly Staff. Well maintained facilities. I like the recreation hall, SPA and spacious kitchen.”

  • Christopher United States of America

    “Very good value. The hot tub was a real treat. Very friendly staff. Clean, comfortable rooms. Didn't feel at all "corporate."”

  • Kimberly New Zealand

    “Superb kitchen and lounge facilities. The owner was very friendly to chat with and helped out with walks to do while we were there. We will have to try the hot tub next time!”

Property questions and answers
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  • Hi Is this pet friendly? We are moving house and are passing through, needing a place to stay for the night. However we have our pets with us. 3 cats and 1 small old dog. The cats obviously have cages. Alex
    Hello Alex, Yes we have a range of pet friendly rooms available. We charge an extra $10 for pets in the room. Please call me for more information 037520172 Thank you Benjamin Owner/Operator
    Asked about: Family Room • Answered on November 2, 2021
  • I have a small well trained, and house trained dog. Do you take such critters?
    We allow pet on site but not in the rooms or in the buildings.
    Answered on January 22, 2020
  • Is there kitchen facility? Does it have cooktop or gas burner for cooking?
    We have a large kitchen available 24hrs. No gas but two full ovens with electric hobs.
    Asked about: Double Room with Private Bathroom • Answered on January 22, 2020
  • Are sheets and towels included?
    Yes
    Answered on January 22, 2020
  • Is it quiet at night?
    Mostly Yes
    Answered on January 22, 2020

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Area Info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
What's nearby
  • Franz Josef Glacier
    5.7 miles
  • Fox Glacier
    10 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant Alice May
    0 miles
  • Restaurant The Landing
    0.1 miles
  • Restaurant Snake Bite Brewery
    0.1 miles
Natural Beauty
  • Lake Mapourika
    7.8 miles
Closest Airports
  • Hokitika Airport
    61.5 miles
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Amenities of Glow Worm Accommodation Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities

Free parking
Free WiFi
Pet friendly
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Hiking Off-site
  • Game room
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Health & Wellness Facilities
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Languages Spoken
  • German
  • English
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House rules Glow Worm Accommodation takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

3:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Check-out

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 6 and above are considered adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa Eftpos Glow Worm Accommodation accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Please inform Glow Worm Accommodation of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about Glow Worm Accommodation

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at Glow Worm Accommodation (subject to availability):

    • Parking on site
    • Private Parking
    • Parking
    • Street parking
    • Free parking

  • Guests staying at Glow Worm Accommodation can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Buffet

  • Glow Worm Accommodation is 650 feet from the center of Franz Josef.

  • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Glow Worm Accommodation on this page.

  • Glow Worm Accommodation offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Hiking
    • Game room

  • The prices at Glow Worm Accommodation may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at Glow Worm Accommodation is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.