Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

$$$$||View on mapFranz Josef, New Zealand3 Wallace Street, State Highway 6, Franz Josef, New Zealand, 7856|
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Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef
3 Wallace Street, State Highway 6, Franz Josef, New Zealand, 7856·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.3Great
Free WiFi9.1
Location9.1
Comfort8.9
Staff8.9
Cleanliness8.8
Who stays here
Couples68%
Families20%
Groups7%
Solo4%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.3Great
Free WiFi9.1
Location9.1
Comfort8.9
Staff8.9
Cleanliness8.8
Who stays here
Couples68%
Families20%
Groups7%
Solo4%

5-star eco-luxury retreat in native rainforest, near Franz Josef Glacier

Amenities

Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef holds the Qualmark Enviro Gold certification for sustainable tourism practices. Guests have access to a spa and wellness center offering relaxation treatments, as well as bicycle rental for exploring the surrounding rainforest. The hotel provides a personal pillow menu and high-speed internet access in all rooms.

Rooms

Every guest room at Te Waonui Forest Retreat includes a private balcony with views of the native rainforest. Rooms are equipped with luxury amenities such as organic cotton bed sheets and large private bathrooms. The hotel offers a range of room types, including deluxe king and twin rooms, all designed with eco-friendly energy-efficient features.

Dining

The Canopy Restaurant serves a five-course degustation menu using locally sourced New Zealand produce. Guests can also order from a special diet menu or choose from the wine and champagne list. The hotel offers a bar and kids' meals for younger guests, with breakfast and dinner included in some rates.

Location & Activities

Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef sits in native rainforest a short drive from the Franz Josef Glacier and Westland Tai Poutini National Park. The hotel provides tour desk services and 24-hour concierge to help arrange glacier hikes, kayaking, and quad bike tours. Mount Cook National Park is also within reach for day trips.

Wellness

The on-site spa and wellness center at Te Waonui Forest Retreat offers a range of relaxation treatments. Guests can enjoy the sun terrace and garden for quiet time among the rainforest. The hotel also arranges corporate and group retreat experiences with exclusive use options.

  • Location: In native rainforest, 5 min from Franz Josef Glacier
  • Rooms: All rooms with private balcony and forest views
  • Dining: Five-course degustation menu at Canopy Restaurant
  • Wellness: Spa and wellness center with treatment rooms
  • Eco-Credentials: Qualmark Enviro Gold certified sustainable hotel
  • Activities: Glacier hikes, kayaking, quad bike tours arranged by concierge
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
from 06:00-11:00
Amenities
Public parking is possible on site for free.
Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs NZD 40.0 per person. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:95
Former name
te waonui forest retreat
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Rooms and availability

Deluxe Queen Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Queen Size Beds1 King-size bed2 Double beds
  • Forest view
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Balcony

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

Valet parking

Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Spa and relaxation

Spa & wellness centre

Laundry
TV

Leisure/ TV room

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Board games
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre

Room view

  • Forest view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

💵 Lowest room price 55660 INR
📏 Distance to centre 200 m
✈️ Distance to airport 135.7 km
🧳 Nearest airport Hokitika, HKK

Location

3 Wallace Street, State Highway 6, Franz Josef, New Zealand, 7856
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3 Wallace Street, State Highway 6, Franz Josef, New Zealand, 7856
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3 Wallace Street, State Highway 6, Franz Josef, New Zealand, 7856
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