The Terrace

4.0 star property
Motel in Franz Josef Glacier with free parking
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | View from room
Property entrance
King Studio, Kitchen | Living area
Exterior
Executive Spa Bath Apartment | View from room

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Guests liked:

Clean rooms, friendly staff, spacious rooms

Popular amenities

  • Room service
    Room service
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
    Restaurant
The price is AU$232
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec

Explore the area

Map
Cowan Street, Franz Josef Glacier, 7856
  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre
    1 min walk
  • Waiho Hot Tubs
    5 min walk
  • Glacier Hot Pools
    5 min walk
  • Mount Cook (MON)
    415 min drive

Room options

King Studio

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Sofa bed
2 bedrooms
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

King Studio, Kitchen

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Super King Studio with Kitchen

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Executive Spa Bath Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private hot tub
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
  • 53 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Studio, Kitchen, Mountain View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 43 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

One Bedroom Spa Bath Apartment Mountain View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

King Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Mountain View Studio with Kitchen

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Super King Studio with Kitchen

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

King Studio with Kitchen

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

One Bedroom Apartment

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

Two Bedroom Apartment

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

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About the area

Franz Josef Glacier

The Terrace places you in the centre of Franz Josef Glacier, steps from Westcoast Wildlife Centre and within a short 5-minute stroll of Te Wahipounamu. Highlights at this motel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Added amenities include laundry facilities, express check-out and tour/ticket assistance. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In the area of this 4-property class Franz Josef Glacier motel, you'll find Franz Josef Glacier.

What's nearby

  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Our Lady of the Alps - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • St James Anglican Church - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

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
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at The Terrace. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Franz Josef Glacier motel is smoke free.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
The Terrace offers 11 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. 32-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels.

This Franz Josef Glacier motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

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

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

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 lift
  • 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 organised 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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
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 more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 25.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 25.0 per stay.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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 may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

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

What is the cancellation policy at The Terrace?

The Terrace offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Terrace?

As of 24 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Terrace on 17 Dec 2024 start from AU$232.39, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Terrace?

Yep, The Terrace has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at The Terrace?

No, there is no spa at this property. Waiho Hot Tubs is a short 5-minute walk away.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Terrace?

No, The Terrace does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Terrace?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Terrace's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Terrace?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Terrace?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Terrace Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 336 out of 568 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 203 out of 568 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 568 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 568 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 568 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

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good location . Very clean for an older style motel .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location
Friendly staff, very convenient location for glacier helicopter tours. Close to everything in Franz Josef.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, comfortable and near to plenty of activities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, the fireplace heater was a nice touch give it a warm feel. Very clean and close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Allan was a pleasure to deal with.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Arisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is spacious and the bathroom is very nice with heated floor and towel rack. However, the timer for the heated floor made very loud clicking sounds throughout the night. Otherwise it is a cozy little spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little place right near the helicopter tour office.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hetvi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Susan and Lindsay

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were unable to stay at the property because the rooms had not been cleaned by housekeeping in readiness for our booked arrival. We had to find accommodation elsewhere.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Syed

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and Spacious Rooms. Great Staff Better than expected.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice accomodation in Franz Josef. Excellent dinner we had right next door. Brekkie next morning was ok at the cafes down the road. Easy driving distance to do the walk to view Franz Josef glacier, which was amazing!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Anthony, Dural

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An overnight stop to visit the Franz Josef Glacier. Motel was comfortable but the room was a bit tight. No dining or breakfast facilities but the town has adequate options.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

HIMESH

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy walk to main street of Franz Josef restaurants, cafes, bars and shops.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly Recommended
Very comfortable stay. Room very well appointed and spacious. Great central location. Highly Recommended.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Tracey Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Australian Travellers
We had 2 nights at The Terrace. The location is good and parking easy. We were allocated an access room ( don’t know why) but it was ideal for our needs. The WI-FI is non existent at this location so being unlimited means nothing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Older but nice
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Errol

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Old property needs an uplift
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome shower!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renu

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Gim Tee

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, warm and very comfortable. It was quiet despite being inbthe centre of things near all the restaurants. Such a beautiful area
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024