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Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier Hotel

3.0 of 5
State Highway 6 | PO Box 47, Franz Josef, Westland National Park (Te Wahipounamu) 7856, New Zealand
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Ranked #5 of 8 hotels in Franz Josef
3.0 of 5 stars 82 Reviews
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lonestar b
London, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 29, 2012

After 9 hours on the road we received a warm welcome by the Manager and her team, our chalet was clean, well kept definitely value for money and in keeping with the surrounding natural environment with a small local pub close by, handy for getting to know folk. Our experience was made all the more memorable by the hotel staff... More

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Helen S
Dunedin, New Zealand
1 review
3 of 5 stars Reviewed January 26, 2012

I spent two nights last easter at your hotel and had a thoroughly enjoyable experience. The staff were friendly and helpful, and the room comfortable and clean. I would happily return any day. Helen S. More

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jacaranda0
Sydney
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13 reviews
6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 4, 2012
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I think the rooms were recently renovated. it was clean, sleek, the bed was lovely to sleep in. However, the reception was terrible, didn't feel welcome at all, overall the service was poor. I asked for a different kettle as there were residue inside the kettle. It never came. No room service. If you are travelling through busy period, I... More

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rebeccajd
Wellington
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6 reviews
4 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed December 30, 2011

Despite the high price for the rooms, the welcome was disinterested and unfriendly. The rooms and corridors smelled of mould. The lock on the door to our room didn't work, which we didn't discover until a staff member burst in without knocking the next morning. And despite there being empty spaces in the car park, we were informed that there... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed December 26, 2011

This is the email I just sent to the management. i wanted to inform you of a bad experience. I stayed for 2 nights at your establishment. the first room i looked at smelled of mold and urine. The only other available room was a suite. I paid 250 dollars a night for this room. Upon using the shower the... More

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Marge K
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 19, 2011

We checked in at the front desk, and asked if we could enter our room early. At first, it wasn't possible, but then the attendant found a room ready to go. We appreciated his help with suggestions for dinner as well as wi-fi options. He was very professional and had a very helpful attitude. The room had a mini-bar and... More

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sleekpeek
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed December 17, 2011

Part of Thomas Cook Tour, ground floor room (512) with own patio ... couldn't see the views due to the weather (it was raining). The hotel gave us a happy anniversary letter - first hotel on the trip to spell the name correctly (thanks). Cold breakfast. Bar area re-modelled. Excellent bar keeper (Irish man). Central to the small town and... More

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cumiskja
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 4, 2011
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We spent one night here, the best sleep quality beds. Honestly the beds are unbelievably comfortable in these hotels, we had two beds and the tea/coffee facilities and bathroom facilities are green, clean and luxury. See photos. We made use of the internet and the personal hot tubs with towels provided by the hotel. More

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James W
Tauranga, New Zealand
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2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 30, 2011
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I recently returned to Franz Josef for a short break with my partner. Last time we stayed at the Scenic Hotel and it was ok for the price we paid so again we decided to stay at the scenic hotel and all I can say is WOW what a difference. The hotel is just had a renovation and it has... More

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Kazzlar
1 review
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed November 27, 2011
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Stayed for 2 nights it's a quirky stay. Rooms basis but just right - home made soup each night was a bonus. Owners and staff customer services was excellent! More

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Address: State Highway 6 | PO Box 47, Franz Josef, Westland National Park (Te Wahipounamu) 7856, New Zealand

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