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Punga Grove

Aparthotel in Franz Josef Glacier with free parking

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Terrace/patio
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
CA $179
CA $210 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8

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Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier, 7886
  • Place, Westcoast Wildlife Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Glacier Hot Pools
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Waiho Hot Tubs
    ‪3 min walk‬

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Studio Suite

  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Two Bedroom Loft Apartment

  • 646 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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One Bedroom Loft Apartment

  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 646 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Standard Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Executive Studio

  • Sleeps 2

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One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 5

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Studio

  • Sleeps 2

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Two-Bedroom Loft Apartment

  • Sleeps 5

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One Bedroom Loft

  • Sleeps 5

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Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3

Family Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 5

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About the area

Franz Josef Glacier

Franz Josef Glacier is home to Punga Grove. Waiho Hot Tubs and Glacier Hot Pools are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Westcoast Wildlife Centre and Te Wahipounamu.
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What's nearby

  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Our Lady of the Alps - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • St James Anglican Church - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 117 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Full Of Beans Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Landing Bar & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Monsoon Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Alice May - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪SnakeBite Brewery - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Punga Grove

Aparthotel in Franz Josef Glacier with free parking
Laundry facilities, barbecues and a picnic area are available at this aparthotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a front desk safe. Each apartment provides a flat-screen TV with cable channels, plus a kitchenette with a fridge, a stovetop and a microwave. Additional amenities include free WiFi, a portable fan and a safe.
Punga Grove offers 20 accommodations with a safe and an iron/ironing board. Accommodation at this 3-star aparthotel has kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Franz Josef Glacier aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

Amenities

Kitchen
Parking included
Free WiFi
Laundry
Outdoor space
Breakfast available

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 15 for adults and from NZD 15 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 credit cards, debit cards and cash
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Frequently asked questions

Is Punga Grove pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Punga Grove?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Punga Grove?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Punga Grove?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Punga Grove located?

Situated in Franz Josef Glacier, this aparthotel is within a 5-minute walk of Westcoast Wildlife Centre, Waiho Hot Tubs and Glacier Hot Pools. Te Wahipounamu and Our Lady of the Alps are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

Punga Grove Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Communication
Rating 10 - Excellent. 165 out of 242 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 66 out of 242 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 242 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 242 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 242 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sanjay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great stay… loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thankyou really enjoyed staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

troy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a great place for a family to stay. Nearby shops and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely motel in a great location, with wonderful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Staff were friendly and accommodation was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaleen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great property!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place to stay - highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved our stay here!!! Amazing service too
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great accommodation! Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a great motel, huge room. 11min drive from Franz Josef and 30m drive from Fox Glaciers! Would definitely recommend and stay again. Property was also great about arranging a late check in.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Excellent stay

Great location in walking distance from everything but surrounded by thick rainforest which gives it a very private feel. Spacious rooms and comfortable furnishings.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pedro

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great rooms, friendly staff.

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Short walk to food and helicopter port. Easy parking. Our room had a great fireplace.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely huge apartment with loft bedroom, comfortable & warm, just like home! Hubby loved having full Sky tv access for Sunday sports!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

ted

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good location plenty restaurants nearby
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Georgina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great propert and close to restaurants and shops.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Room comfort, communication

Good value

Great hotel with good price.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Nice and quiet. Nice room
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely staff, gave us good recommendations for dining and an umbrella for the short walk. Room was great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent, cosy apartment
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Comfortable, warm and a great location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great staff! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Centrally located, clean motel. Very helpful staff with choice of restaurants and places to visit.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

albert l.

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
deserves its 5 star rating
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025