Welcome to Glow Worm Cottages a purpose built complex offering travellers and adventurers modern and affordable accommodation in self contained Studio units with a "cottage style decor" in the heart of Franz Josef.
This warm, clean and comfortable accommodation has a range of alternatives from compact double / twin studio Motels to backpacker double, twin, or dorm rooms. We have 14 "flash packer" units sleep 4-5 with own bathroom, TV and kitchenette and these are popular with families or groups of independent travellers. Walking distance to all bars, restaurants, supermarket, post office and activity pick up points as well as a short stroll to view the glow worms at night or enjoy the Glacier Hot Pools set in the midst of the Rainforest.
Glow Worm Cottages is part of the Sir Cedrics accommodation group. Sir Cedrics offers affordable backpacker accommodation options throughout the South Island of New Zealand, and with warm, friendly and helpful hosts and added FREE extras you can be assured of a fun, safe and enjoyable stay.
Double/Twin Studios
- Double bed or twin beds
- Ensuite bathroom
- Kitchenette with microwave, hotplates & fridge
- SKY TV
- Fully made up beds & towels
- Electric blankets
- Rooms serviced daily
- From NZ$110.00 per unit
Backpacker Units
- Rooms with 4 or 6 beds (bunks)
- Ensuite bathroom
- Kitchenette with microwave, hotplates & fridge
- TV
- Bottom sheet, pillowcase & duvet
- Heaters
- From NZ$26.00 per person
Backpacker Double Rooms
- Double bed
- Shared bathroom
- Shared fully equipped kitchen & dining area
- Shared lounge
- Fully made up beds & towels
- Heaters
- From NZ$55.00 per room
Backpacker Twin Rooms
- Double & single bed
- Shared bathroom
- Shared fully equipped kitchen & dining area
- Shared lounge
- Fully made up beds & towels
- Heaters
- From NZ$55.00 per room
You need a minimum of 2 days stay in Franz Josef to enjoy this spectacular Glacier Region. Glow Worm is a great base for you while doing a Guided Glacier walk, Heli hike, Kayaking on Lake Okarito, or just enjoying the amazing scenic walks through the rainforest. We can book all your activities and give the best advice on how to make the most of your stay.
- Self contained Studio Motel Units
- Backpacker double / twin & dorms with shared facilities
- Backpacker Studios with bathroom, TV, tea/coffee making facilities
- Spacious fully equipped kitchen & dining
- Communal lounge with warm, cosy log fire
- SKY TV room
- 24 hour wireless broadband internet
- Outdoor dining area and BBQ
- FREE hot spa pool
- FREE vegetable soup in evenings
- Luggage storage & safe for valuables
- FREE video library and book exchange
- Pool table and board games for those wet days
- Guest card phone
BBH and VIP card discounts. WE can also book your accommodation at our Christchurch or Queenstown complexes to get you the best deals.
FRANZ JOSEF
The spectacular Franz Josef and Fox glaciers are nestled amongst rainforest on the rugged West Coast of New Zealand where lakes, rivers, forests and beaches are part of an untamed wilderness. This awe inspiring area of South West New Zealand, where the glaciers cut through dramatic glacial valleys to flow into temperate rainforest almost to sea level, has been given World Heritage Park status.
Of all the accessible temperate glaciers in New Zealand, the Franz Josef Glacier is easily the steepest and fastest moving, providing visitors with a spectacular and unique icefall of crevasses, pinnacles, ice caves and canyons, combined with an ecosystem found nowhere else in the world.
Experience the beauty of this special part of New Zealand in any number of ways, regardless of your fitness level or budget. You can climb the face of the glacier, journey deep into the towering rainforests, explore blue ice caves, or take a guided walk or heli-hike on the Fox or Franz Josef glaciers to explore the spectacular ice formations.
For a more relaxed day you can fish for trout on one of the many beautiful lakes, take a scenic flight to walk on an alpine snow field, or visit Lake Matheson, renowned for its mirror images of Aoraki/Mt Cook and Mt Tasman, New Zealand's highest peaks.
Come and experience the West Coast's legendary hospitality, and leave with enduring memories of the awesomeness, mystery and humility of this magnificent area.
