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 $13 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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The business has a "backpacker hostel" branding, and this probably puts off couples and families - whereas there are great "motel" type facilities available. We had a great unit with proper kitchen facilities and a private bathroom. Room for the car to be parked straight outside. It's inexpensive, and even provides a complimentary (basic - cereal & toast) breakfast in the main building every morning. Beautiful views of the mountains. Highly recommended.

Brett

United Kingdom

Amazing place. Free basic breakfast, soup every night, and snack available 24/7. Location was great, within walking distance to a trail that ended in a tunnel filled with glow worms. Stayed in a double room which was a great value, very clean and with a small kitchen so we did not need to use the common kitchen much. Common area and main kitchen were very nice and well-stocked.

David

United States of America

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

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9.3

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What guests loved the most:
“The business has a "backpacker hostel" branding, and this probably puts off couples and families - whereas there are great "motel" type facilities available.”

Brett United Kingdom
“Amazing place. Free basic breakfast, soup every night, and snack available 24/7. Location was great, within walking distance to a trail that ended in a tunnel filled with glow worms.”

David United States of America
“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

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.

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

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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

All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

What Travelers Love About This Location

“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...”

Molly17

United Kingdom

7.5

“Showers were v powerful and warm! Great location. Free veg soup and popcorn was a lovely added touch”

Emmawilson

United Kingdom

7.5

“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

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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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“The business has a "backpacker hostel" branding, and this probably puts off couples and families - whereas there are great "motel" type facilities available. We had a great unit with proper kitchen facilities and a private bathroom. Room for the car to be parked straight outside. It's inexpensive, and even provides a complimentary (basic - cereal & toast) breakfast in the main building every morning. Beautiful views of the mountains. Highly recommended.”

“Amazing place. Free basic breakfast, soup every night, and snack available 24/7. Location was great, within walking distance to a trail that ended in a tunnel filled with glow worms. Stayed in a double room which was a great value, very clean and with a small kitchen so we did not need to use the common kitchen much. Common area and main kitchen were very nice and well-stocked.”

“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: September 23, 2019

Chungmeng
Denmark
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Location is perfect. Centre of the small town. The surrounding is silent and relax. Small accommodation but provide all you need

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: September 23, 2019

Raymond
United States of America
8.8

Excellent
- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Hot tub only available from 2 - 7 pm
Location near restaurants and attractions

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 17, 2019

Michelle
New Zealand

1 helpful vote
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Clean, warm room, handy to everything. Free soup and breakfast 😋😊

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 16, 2019

Adon
Singapore
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Cooking facilities. Great yummy soup

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 14, 2019

Yulia
New Zealand
10

“Great hostel, cosy, comfortable, with complementary breakfast and soup for dinner”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Very clean, large kitchen, nice breakfast and it was great to get some soup for dinner as well, close to some good hikes.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 14, 2019

Anonymous
New Zealand
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
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Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 12, 2019

Leon
Australia

1 helpful vote
10

“Great value for money”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 1 night
Great family friendly property. The kitchen and games room were excellent and fun for all ages. The rooms were tidy and beds comfortable. Location was great.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 11, 2019

Alan
Australia
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Super friendly staff. Great Accom

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 9, 2019

Liling
Singapore

7 helpful votes
10

“Perfect.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Stayed 1 night
Actually everything was great, too bad I dont have enough time to just chill for 1 more night. It's a great place to stay in Franz Josef. Will stay longer next time.
The hostel provided bread, cereals and hot drinks. The homemade soup in the evening was great. It's good to have some food without having to cook. The availability of the laundry machines & dryer, fireplace and TV room. Cosy Kitchen with sufficient space for cooking.

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: September 5, 2019

Kelly
Australia
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing!!!
Great Kitchen and lounge facilities with games to play. The children loved hanging out in here. The staff were very helpful and friendly. The room was neat and clean.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 4, 2019

Ralph
Brazil

1 helpful vote
10

“nice and welcoming place”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
lovely place, welcoming atmosphere and everything you need to be comfortable and make the best of your trip

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: August 31, 2019

Iffa
Indonesia
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The floor is a tad chilly
Complete amenities in the double bedroom

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 29, 2019

Brett
United Kingdom

2 helpful votes
9.2

“Good value, excellent motel-type unit, safe location.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
We weren't wild about the interior decor - but that's all.
The business has a "backpacker hostel" branding, and this probably puts off couples and families - whereas there are great "motel" type facilities available. We had a great unit with proper kitchen facilities and a private bathroom. Room for the car to be parked straight outside. It's inexpensive, and even provides a complimentary (basic - cereal & toast) breakfast in the main building every morning. Beautiful views of the mountains. Highly recommended.

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 25, 2019

David
United States of America

2 helpful votes
10

“Amazing value”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing!
Amazing place. Free basic breakfast, soup every night, and snack available 24/7. Location was great, within walking distance to a trail that ended in a tunnel filled with glow worms. Stayed in a double room which was a great value, very clean and with a small kitchen so we did not need to use the common kitchen much. Common area and main kitchen were very nice and well-stocked.

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 25, 2019

Janelle
New Zealand

1 helpful vote
4.6

“Needs a good clean up and a reno”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Our room was cold and dirty.. there were old stuff that was on top of the shower and its really spooky. Spider web all over the place especially the ceilings.

Stayed in August 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-in Date Check-out 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-in Date Check-out 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-in Date Check-out 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-in Date Check-out 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-in Date Check-out 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-in Date Check-out 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-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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