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 $16 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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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

So good music in the common areas, so good breakfast and good soup. The bed was good

Matias, Argentina

We liked the friendly staff. So nice to have hot tasty soup upon arrival. Kitchen had what what was necessary. Guests all good about cleaning up. Free air pop popcorn. Extra treat!

Lynda, United States of America

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9.3

Excellent location!
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What guests loved the most:
“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
“So good music in the common areas, so good breakfast and good soup. The bed was good”

Matias Argentina
“We liked the friendly staff. So nice to have hot tasty soup upon arrival. Kitchen had what what was necessary. Guests all good about cleaning up. Free air pop popcorn. Extra treat!”

Lynda 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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Continental, Buffet

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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.

Area Info – Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

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

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 and Extra Beds

All children are welcome.

There is no capacity for extra beds in the room.

Pets

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”

Simon

“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

“We liked the friendly staff. So nice to have hot tasty soup upon arrival. Kitchen had what what was necessary. Guests all good about cleaning up. Free air pop popcorn. Extra treat!”

Lynda

United States of America

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Newest Reviews for Glow Worm Accommodation

Reviewed: May 17, 2019

Anonymous
Hong Kong
5.4

“Nothing good except the hostel location”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The staff was not helpful at all while I told her I left my car key in my car, she showed like "who care". Then, when the mechanic came & got my car key back while I was waiting at the common area in the hostel, the staff didn't bother to find me nor call me (I did leave my cellphone number when I made the booking). After over an hour I met her at the drom, she then told me my car key was at the receptionist, which was really wasting my time especially when I/people were traveling!!! What's more, there are only 2 plugs in a 6-bed drom.
Except location and the same free soup (better than nothing) every night, nothing else.

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 17, 2019

Neoh
Malaysia

2 helpful votes
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
There was cobweb on the ceiling. Double size bed sunk in the middle.
Appreciate hot vegetable soup in the evening and free popcorn which is amazing.

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 16, 2019

Phyllis
New Zealand

2 helpful votes
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
nothing
everything

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 13, 2019

Margot
France
8.8

Excellent
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Tiny bathroom, not convient

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: May 13, 2019

Anonymous
France
10

Exceptional
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Bedrooms and bathrooms are a bit small. Only one shower and one toilet for 3 rooms.
Very cosy living room. Good free soup in the evening, and pop corn for movies. Staff very nice. Super clean. Hot chocolate at breakfast

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 9, 2019

Anonymous
Singapore
8.8

Excellent
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
None
Close to amneity

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 7, 2019

Bianca Cass
Australia

6 helpful votes
7.5

“Good and comfortable stay in Franz Josef ”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Room a bit cold even with heater
Homely feel Room clean and spacious Bathrooms clean Kitchen well stocked but could do with more newer pots and pans Location lovely - so close to the glacier and great view in the morning outside the hostel with a coffee Free breakfast great and simple- just what you need when heading on the road. Free soup in evening was nice- I didn't have it but my partner did and said it was lovely and a nice touch.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: May 4, 2019

Suzanne
Canada
8.8

Excellent
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
Great facility. Evening soup was a good bonus! Good location to explore the area.

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 4, 2019

Connor McDougall
United Kingdom
Age group: 18 – 24

2 helpful votes
7.1

“Glow Worm Accommodation Review ”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The kitchen was small and the hobs took an age to get hot so cooking takes longer than expected.
Easy check in and out, was given fresh towels. Clean room and shower. Very comfortable and nice space.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: May 3, 2019

Phillip
New Zealand
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Awesome accomodation and staff.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 30, 2019

Mira
Germany
10

“The best decision I made so far concerning accomodation.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
As mentioned above, the main bridge just broke down so I could not get to the glaciers. Since the hostel was just wonderful, I happily stayed there mainly all the time - so there really is nothing I could say against the hostel, just the circumstances of the time I stayed in were not that great.
The Glowworm accomodation is my favourite hostel of all I have stayed in in five month of traveling. The staff was more than friendly, being very helpful with anything you might need. Having dinner and breakfast in the hostel was just lovely and the homemade vegetable soup was great to warm you up. Being cleaned very often and having all equipment you might need or want - even a free hot pool - my stay could not have been nicer (besides the fact that the main bridge down south just broke down which the hostel really could not do anything about). I even extended my stay just because I loved this hostel that much. I would always very happily come back.

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: April 29, 2019

Emma
New Zealand
8.3

“Great option if your not keen for a massive dorm, the place had a friendly vibe.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
My mattress was pretty much at the end of its days and was very saggy on one side, so I didnt sleep well. The room also had a weird smell a bit like wet dogs / damp, though there wasnt any mould anywhere and it was clean. The wifi was sporadic but thats probably just down to the general location not the hostel.
The location was great, right next to the West Coast Wildlife Centre. The 4 bed dorm had its own bathroom with shower and toilet so was much nicer than sharing with heaps of people. There were nice extras like free soup and breakfast, which in an expensive town like Franz Josef, was really appreciated. And a popcorn machine and hot tub too!

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 28, 2019

Paul
New Zealand
10

“Great time in a great location.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
A very well designed comfortable set up throughout.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 27, 2019

Kieta
Australia
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Family Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Extremely friendly and helpful staff, made us feel welcome immediately

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 27, 2019

Adrian
New Zealand
6.7

“Could be better!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Toilets and showers
Replace or maintenance the toilets and showers

Stayed in April 2019

Sleeps	Room Type
	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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