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Te Awa Cottages

Cottage in Franz Josef Glacier with free parking

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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2871 Franz Josef Hwy, Franz Josef Glacier, West Coast, 7886
  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Glacier Hot Pools
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Waiho Hot Tubs
    ‪3 min drive‬

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Cottage Rua

  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Cottage Tahi

  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Franz Josef Glacier

Franz Josef Glacier is home to Te Awa Cottages. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Matheson and Franz Josef Glacier. Fox Glacier and Aoraki / Mount Cook are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.

What's nearby

  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Our Lady of the Alps - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • St James Anglican Church - 4 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 114 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Snakebite - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Monsoon Restaurant at Rainforest - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Full of Beans - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Landing Restaurant & Bar - Franz Josef - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Alice May - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Te Awa Cottages

Cottage in Franz Josef Glacier with free parking
Free self-parking and free Wi-Fi in public areas are available at this smoke-free cottage. All 2 accommodations feature kitchenettes with fridges and microwaves, plus free WiFi and LCD TVs. Other amenities that guests will find include coffee makers and electric kettles.
Te Awa Cottages offers 2 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Accommodation at this 3-star cottage has kitchenettes with fridges, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Franz Josef Glacier cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Amenities

Kitchen
Parking included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Frequently asked questions

Is Te Awa Cottages pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Te Awa Cottages?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Te Awa Cottages?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Te Awa Cottages?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Te Awa Cottages located?

Situated in Franz Josef Glacier, this cottage is 19 mi (30.6 km) from Lake Matheson.

Te Awa Cottages Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Communication

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Peaceful and relaxing

Such a quiet, clean and peaceful place to stay. Spacious inside with a sufficiently stocked kitchen. Loved the covered porch. Great view. Great communication with owner.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Neat, clean and well presented. Quiet location just out of town. Recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Very nice cottage. Just out of town but the glacier view was fantastic. Excellent choice.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Simply and minimally furnished and very clean made for an easy short stay. Had a couple of minor glitches which sadly weren’t fixed during the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

G.C.

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Heerlijk verblijf

Heerlijk ruim verblijf net buiten centrum Franz Josef. Aan de kleinste details is gedacht, heel geordend en schoon. Comfortabel kingsize bed. Het uitzicht is fantastisch. Ik zou er een volgende keer weer boeken.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

helen

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was an amazing place to stay! I loved being away from the crowds. The property and views were unbelievable. The cottage was excellent and well equipped to make our stay comfortable and peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

4/10 Poor

Jeffrey

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nuku

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Clean tidy cabin with all the amenities.Pituresque views tgat make the stay that much more magical
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, communication

Excellent stay at Franz Josef

Lovely container unit that was beautifully set up. View was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful location. Handy to the township
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful views. Slightly out of town while still being very close. Well presented accommodation that was very warm and clean. We hope to stay again some time.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Christine, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Lovely and clean unit, handy to the township. Good clear communication from host. Would be helpful if one of the photos or the description revealed that this cottage is only 20 metres from the main road. I had expected it to be more secluded and quieter.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful position

Impeccable accommodation with direct view of the glacier from the lounge. I recommend highly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020