Glow Worm Accommodation
27 Cron Street, 7886 Franz Josef, New Zealand
Glow Worm Accommodations is established in the center of Franz Josef and offers a range of shared dormitory sleeping areas and private cozy nests with attached bathroom. Free unlimited WiFi is included. All cozy nests include a free vegetable soup in the evening as well as BBQ facilities and free use of the relaxation sanctuary aquatic relaxation zone. 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 offering couches and a large range of movies where guests can warm up next to the fireplace and take advantage of 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.
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Price Summary
51 $ / night** Approximate prices for a 1-night stay
Guest reviews for Glow Worm Accommodation
"Close to everything, room was perfect for our family of four. Ot was nice to have the small kitchen for our morning breakfast."
"Small bathroom."
"It was a cool trendy, very happening kind of stay! Everyone was very nice. He communal kitchen had everything needed and very nice addition for soup in the evening. Accommodations were older, but clean and beds were comfortable. Very short walk to the bars, restaurants & excursions so it was a perfect location!"
"Aucun."
"Every evening the accommodation provides a lovely vegetable soup to all guests completely free. It is very thoughtful of them."
"Although I booked on-line and provided my card details the payment was not processed until I arrived on site at which time I was charged an extra 2.5% ($6) for using my card. The agreed price should have been what I paid not a cent more."
"Friendly helpful staff Free complimentary soup daily - delicious!!"
"Aucun."
"They provide the free vegetable soup which is so yummy. Staff was really good"
"Bathroom door was not working properly. Mattress was not comfortable."
"We loved the warm welcoming vibes from the staff. - And the free vegetable soup that is served every night was yum ! The room was exactly as expected, cozy and clean. There was also free popcorn which was fun! Thanks for a great stay, will be back!"
"Aucun."
"Amazing location, walking distance to everything in Franz Josef, easy parking, friendly staff."
"We stayed next to a group of young travelers who were pretty loud, and beds weren't very comfortable, the Doona felt spikey at times making sleeping a bit hard."
"Glow Worm Accommodation offers a basic hostel style option for lodging in Franz Josef. The staff was exceptionally professional with outstanding hospitality and communication. They provide a whiteboard for coordinating rides as well as free popcorn and soup. Any issues that arise are addressed promptly. The location is very convenient to points of interest and transportation."
"The shared bathroom facilities had an awkward and cramped layout that was not conducive to privacy or comfort. The bathroom areas were cleaned periodically but in between times were sometimes messy, as can happen with shared facilities. Smoking is allowed in the primary outdoor seating area which is also adjacent to the entrance of the main building that contains the reception desk, lounge, and kitchen; it would be preferable for a designated smoking area to be located away from the areas that need to be accessed by all guests."
"Four people room with dedicated shower/toilet, fridge, and a few other things. Super friendly and helpful staff. Many "extras": soup at 6pm, popcorn all day, hot tub."
"Aucun."
"The hot tub was such a bonus!!! Well equipped kitchen. Helpful staff. Enjoyed interacting with the other guests. We had the family room and it was nice to have the kitchenette :)"
"In our room, the wifi was unreliable. The hot tub was fantastic, but closed at 7:30."
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Guest reviews
"Location was great for our purposes of hiking in the area. Room 5 was spacious which beat just having a room. Loved having the communal kitchen space available to cook a simple meal."
"Scenic location looking out to mountains and convenient to trails."
Georgette The Nook
"Spacious clean apartment in a charming location. Owners were very friendly and helpful. Very satisfied."
Nancy Mt Hutt Lodge
"The host offers the option of a purchased, home cooked and gourmet dinner. I highly suggest you partake, her cooking was divine and the dining room in the home was a lovely space in which to spend an evening."
Daniel Gunyah Country Estate
"The front desk lady was extremely helpful and friendly in helping us around town and showing us our rooms"
Buechele Anchorage Motel
"The breakfast was on the light side but for the price of the room it was substantial. Other breakfast options were nearby."
Janice Albert Mews B and B
"It is good location and gated community, fairly clean and kitchenette with necessary things"
Vageesh Aqua Soleil Villas
"Views to die for! Loved, loved, loved this cottage which was adjoined to, but separate, from the main hosts house - an arrangement we prefer for privacy. This is a very comfortable cottage which has been nicely furnished to welcome guests. The linen and towels are luxurious. Parking is outside the door which opens to the bathroom, toilet and small but most adequate kitchenette. From here you descent 4 steps to the bedroom and lounge area and two balconies. This lovely, comfortable property would be suited for short and long term visits and the hosts Jane and Mike are warm and welcoming. This top rated property was an absolute pleasure to stay in - thank you so much."
Gavin Harbour Lights Hideaway
"One to two min walk to the beautiful beach, close to shops in case we wanted anything. Carol is an amazing host and cook! We had five star meals there . She generously gave us her recipes, her time to answer our questions and our room had everything we could want or need. Her property is so pretty and inviting! Thank you!"
