YHA Franz Josef

YHA Franz Josef is your perfect base for exploring the magnificent Franz Josef and Fox glaciers, and also has a 5 Star rating!

Prices shown are for non members of the YHA, members receive a 10% discount on arrival.

With the rain forest right outside the backdoor, this recently refurbished 5 star hostel offers comfortable and modern accommodation. Accommodation comprises of shared, double, twin (some with en-suite bathrooms) and family rooms. Facilities include a spacious fully equipped kitchen, TV lounge with Sky TV and free videos, open plan lounge/dining room with open fire, bike storage, drying room, pool table and sauna.

Flowing almost to sea level into the dense rainforests of Westland National Park, Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers are the fastest flowing and the only glaciers located alongside a temperate rainforest with ready access. Spend a day exploring with an experienced guide or take a helicopter flight with breathtaking views of the glaciers. Glow worms are only a short walk from the hostel too

Wonderful self-guided walks right outside the hostel can take from 30 minutes up to eight hours.

All prices quoted are non member rates. Members of the YHA receive a 10% discount on arrival.