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9.2

Exceptional

563 reviews

563 reviews

Housekeeping7
View4
Car Park2
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9.5

Exceptional

Location rating score

Exceptional location
Parking
FREE
Nearby landmarks
Westland Tai Poutini National Park 330 m
Mount Cook Airport 42.3 km
Glentanner Airport 58.8 km
Hokitika Airport 99.2 km
Greymouth Airport 131.8 km
Richard Pearse Airport 131.9 km
Ashburton Airport 142.7 km
Wanaka Airport 166.6 km
Christchurch International Airport 190.4 km
Queenstown Airport 214.8 km
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Punga Grove Hotel

Town Center, Franz Josef Glacier, New Zealand - See map

The car parking and the Wi-Fi are always free, so you can stay in touch and come and go as you please. Conveniently situated in the Town Center part of Franz Josef Glacier, this property puts you close to attractions and interesting dining options. This 4-star property is packed with in-house facilities to improve the quality and joy of your stay.

Highlights

Sparkling clean

Top Value

Excellent room comfort & quality

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Daily housekeeping

This property has self-selected and self-certified the following hygiene measures.Learn more
Safety Features
Staff trained in safety protocol
Body thermometer
Preventative Equipment
Hand sanitizer
Sterilizing equipment
Health and Medical
First aid kit
Doctor/nurse on call
Facilities

Pets allowed

Car park

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

BBQ facilities

Game room

Kitchen

Bar

Laundry service

Value for money9.2
Location rating9.5

Rooms available at Punga Grove Hotel

Exceptional
Room comfort & quality

10

One-Bedroom Apartment
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  • Room size: 35 m²/377 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 1 single bed and 1 queen be...
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Two-Bedroom Apartment
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  • Room size: 60 m²/646 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 1 queen bed & 2 single beds
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Executive Studio
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  • Room size: 40 m²/431 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 1 king bed
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Studio Unit
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  • Room size: 30 m²/323 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 1 queen bed
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2 Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults)
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  • Room size: 60 m²/646 ft²
  • Balcony/terrace
  • 1 king bed & 2 single beds
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1 Bedroom
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  • Room size: 35 m²/377 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 queen bed
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2 Bedroom Apartment (5 Adults)
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  • Room size: 18 m²/194 ft²
  • Balcony/terrace
  • 1 king bed & 1 single bed &...
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Executive Studio Suite
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  • Room size: 40 m²/431 ft²
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Executive Studio Suite (Adult Only)(1 King Bed)
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  • Room size: 40 m²/431 ft²
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Two-Bedroom Apartment
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  • Shower
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Frequently asked questions

What time is check-in and check-out at Punga Grove Hotel?

Check-in is from 02:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM. You may request early check-in or late check-out during booking, subject to availability. Guests checking in or out before or after the designated periods may be charged an additional fee.

How do I get to Punga Grove Hotel?

For those who wish to drive their own cars, Punga Grove Hotel has a car park right on site for maximum convenience. Parking is free for guests.

Is breakfast offered at Punga Grove Hotel?

Wake up to a great continental breakfast at Punga Grove Hotel. Adults can enjoy breakfast offered with an additional charge of 11 NZD if not included in the room rate. You may save on breakfast costs with Agoda by booking a room with breakfast, which is often included for less than buying it at the apartment.

What is the smoking policy at Punga Grove Hotel?

Punga Grove Hotel does not permit smoking in any of its rooms, but allows smoking in designated areas.

What are popular attractions near Punga Grove Hotel?

Punga Grove Hotel’s location in the Town Center neighborhood makes it close to famous attractions including Franz Josef Glacier Hot Pools and Glacier Hot Pools.

What popular natural sightseeing spots are close to Punga Grove Hotel?

Punga Grove Hotel’s nearby natural sights include Westcoast Wildlife Centre, Westland Tai Poutini National Park and Franz Josef Glacier located in the same Town Center area.

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What people love about Punga Grove Hotel

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Spaciousness

    "Very clean and spacious rooms, enough parking and handy to everywhere."

    Alex

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    November 6, 2022

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Location

    "Spacious, well located in town, great staff and excellent balcony out to the bush."

    Andrew

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    April 9, 2021

  • 8.8

    Excellent
    Location

    "Good location, close to main street and short walk to the hot pools"

    Paul

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    October 29, 2019

Overall rating:

9.2

Exceptional
563 reviews
Cleanliness
9.4
Facilities
8.9
Location
9.5
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What travelers say they love:
Good bathroom Electric blanket!
Simon from Singapore
Couple
More about Punga Grove Hotel

More about Punga Grove Hotel

Punga Grove Hotel

The range of services provided by Punga Grove Hotel ensures all travelers get the most out of their stay. Post your pictures and answer your emails whenever you want, with the apartment's free Wi-Fi internet access. Parking is available and free, provided by the apartment for guests with their own transportation. If you want seats to city's best entertainment, you can get help through the apartment's ticket service and tours.
The apartment's on-site laundromat and laundry service help you keep your favorite travel outfits clean so you can pack less. In-room conveniences include daily housekeeping, so you can relax and enjoy your stay. The apartment is entirely non-smoking, ensuring a clean air environment. Smoking is restricted to the designated smoking areas.
Guestrooms at Punga Grove Hotel are fitted with all the amenities travelers need. The apartment provides linen service in some rooms for the benefit of guests. Some selected rooms at Punga Grove Hotel include a balcony or terrace, as part of the room design. Some selected rooms have television and cable TV to keep guests entertained.
The apartment also provides guests with a refrigerator and a coffee or tea maker in some rooms. Punga Grove Hotel also provides a hair dryer, toiletries and towels in bathrooms for select rooms.


Dining and things to do

Start your vacation days in the best possible way. Begin every morning of your stay with an in-house breakfast. Have fun at night with your travel companions right at the apartment's bar. If you're truly selective about eating, you'll be grateful for the in-house BBQ facilities available here.


Reasons to stay here

This apartment scores higher than 97% of the city's accommodations on value for money
This apartment scores higher than 97% of accommodations in the city for its location.
Room comfort is said to be outstanding here, scoring higher than 97% of accommodations in the city.

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Amenities and facilities

Excellent
Facilities

8.9

Most talked about facilities

Housekeeping

3 mentions

View

2 mentions

Internet

1 mention

Languages spoken
  • English
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Internet access
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  • Internet services
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
Things to do, ways to relax
  • Game room
  • Outdoor recreational features
  • Ticket services
  • Tours
Cleanliness and safety
  • Body thermometer
  • Daily disinfection in all rooms
  • Doctor/nurse on call
  • First aid kit
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
  • Rooms sanitized between stays
  • Staff trained in safety protocol
  • Sterilizing equipment
Dining, drinking, and snacking
  • Bar
  • BBQ facilities
  • Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Services and conveniences
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Heating in public area
  • Ironing service
  • Laundromat
  • Laundry service
  • Safety deposit boxes
  • Smoke-free property
  • Smoking area
  • Xerox/fax in business center
For the kids
  • Family room
Access
  • CCTV outside property
  • Exterior corridor
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pets allowed
Getting around
  • Car park [free of charge]
  • Car park [on-site]
Available in all rooms
  • Desk
  • DVD/CD player
  • Free bottled water
  • Hair dryer
  • Ironing facilities
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Satellite/cable channels

Food and dining

Breakfast options
  • Continental

Location

40 Cron Street, 7856 Franz Josef, Town Center, Franz Josef Glacier, New Zealand
Exceptional
Location

9.5

Property policies

Children and extra beds

Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

All children are welcome.

Children 0-5 year(s)
Stay for free if using existing bedding.
If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
Guests 6 years and older are considered as adults
Must use an extra bed which will incur an additional charge.
Others
  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out
  • Check-in from14:00
  • Check-out until10:00
Extras
  • Breakfast charge (unless included in room price)11 NZD
The property
  • Number of rooms 20
Parking
  • Daily parking fee30 AUD

Reviews of Punga Grove Hotel from real guests

Provided by verified guests of Agoda
9.2
/
10
Exceptional
Cleanliness9.4
Facilities8.9
Location9.5
Room comfort and quality10.0
Service9.5
Value for money9.2
High score for Franz Josef Glacier
Rating
9+ Exceptional (33)
8-9 Excellent (2)
7-8 Very Good (5)
6-7 Good (1)
<6 Below Expectation (0)
Time of the year
Mar - May (6)
Jun - Aug (6)
Sep - Nov (16)
Dec - Feb (13)

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10.0
Exceptional
Jasmine from Singapore
Couple
Executive Studio
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

One of our best stay in Southern New Zealand”

The room was nice and cosy and had all that we needed! Great location! Staff was very friendly and helpful too. Walking distance to the town area. Facilities were clean and good. Comfortable bed in the cold weather. Although it was pouring the 2 days we were at Franz Josef, but the stay was worthwhile.

Reviewed November 11, 2019

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10.0
Exceptional
Brittany from Australia
Couple
Executive Studio
Stayed 1 night in January 2020

Aussie Couple”

Amazing place to stay! We were in the Kereru room with beautiful views on the rainforest. Was clean and extremely spacious. Highly recommend!

Reviewed January 23, 2020

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10.0
Exceptional
Andrew from Australia
Couple
1 Bedroom
Stayed 1 night in March 2020

great place”

spacious, well located in town, great staff and excellent balcony out to the bush. couldn't have wanted anything more

Reviewed April 09, 2021

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10.0
Exceptional
Noel from New Zealand
Couple
Studio Unit
Stayed 1 night in October 2020

Exceptional”

Fantastic Motel, Lily was just great, so helpful and friendly, really made our stay memorable. Vinaka vaka Levu.

Reviewed October 31, 2020

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10.0
Exceptional
Rajesh from New Zealand
Couple
Studio Unit
Stayed 1 night in July 2020

Perfect service ”

The room was warm with heaters already set to the temperature

Reviewed July 21, 2020

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9.6
Exceptional
Virgilio from Australia
Couple
Executive Studio
Stayed 2 nights in October 2019

Nice hotel in centre of town.”

Spacious clean studio type room with kitchen, lounge, fireplace, balcony overlooking rainforest.

Reviewed October 06, 2019

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9.6
Exceptional
Julianne from New Zealand
Couple
Studio Unit
Stayed 1 night in February 2021

Spacious and comfortable”

Nice, big room on a quiet street. Staff friendly and helpful. A nice place to stay.

Reviewed February 17, 2021

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9.2
Exceptional
Rob from New Zealand
Couple
Executive Studio
Stayed 2 nights in February 2022

Great motel w balcony in the forest”

My wife and I spent 2 nights here recently. The furnishings were stylish and classical rather than modern. The kitchen was adequate. The bed was comfy and the shower excellent. The Star tho was the balcony which wasn't so much looking over the bush but emerged in it! The Morepork greeted us each night and piwakawaka Bellbirds et al visited on occasion.

Reviewed March 02, 2022

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9.2
Exceptional
Richard from United Kingdom
Couple
Studio Unit
Stayed 1 night in January 2020

Ideal for a stopover”

Enjoyed our stopover, room was retro and spacious with standard facilities for a motel. Ideally located for all the restaurants and bars in the area.

Reviewed January 29, 2020

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9.2
Exceptional
KYM from Australia
Couple
Studio Unit
Stayed 1 night in January 2019

Exceptional”

Good location & room size. Only complaint would be that the electric blankets on the bed are very uncomfortable to lie on, hardly had any sleep.

Reviewed January 11, 2019

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9.6
Exceptional
Don from Australia
Couple
Studio Unit
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

Exceptional”

Very good value. Best TV range.

Reviewed May 20, 2022

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8.8
Excellent
Paul from Australia
Family with teens
Two-Bedroom Apartment
Stayed 2 nights in October 2019

Excellent”

Good location, close to main street and short walk to the hot pools

Reviewed October 29, 2019

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8.0
Excellent
Sargam from India
Couple
Executive Studio
Stayed 2 nights in November 2018

Good stay near the Glaciers!”

Good rooms with decent amount of facilities & very near to all the activities in Franz! Little overpriced though!

Reviewed February 13, 2019

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6.8
Good
Jan from Australia
Group
Executive Studio
Stayed 1 night in January 2019

Good”

Nice room bathroom friendly close to town centre. Maybe book through the hotel itself .

Reviewed February 08, 2019

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9.2
Exceptional
Julie from United Kingdom
Couple
Executive Studio
Stayed 1 night in February 2018

Bit of luxury in great position”

We had the Weka suite at back of hotel facing the bush. Huge room jacuzzi bath and big comfy bed and settee. 50yds from restaurants and 100 ftom main road. Very clean motel with a bit of luxury bit of a waste for us as passing through Franz Josef and didnt get there til late.

Reviewed February 19, 2018

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10.0
Exceptional
HARDIK from India
Couple
Studio Unit
Stayed 2 nights in September 2018

Nice motel in the prime location of the city and near to Franz Josef Heli Hiking”

Nice motel in the prime location of the city and near to Franz Josef Heli Hiking This place has all amenities like Kitchenette, attached bathroom, Television, lovely balcony in the room

Reviewed October 17, 2018

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10.0
Exceptional
Jonathan from Australia
Solo traveler
Studio Unit
Stayed 1 night in August 2018

Loved every minute of my stay”

The view of the greenery was a welcome sight. The room was clean and had all the amenities for a home cooked meal. Lots of channels for entertainment. Staff were lovely and helpful. The laundrette was a welcome addition after trekking in the rain to see the glacier. Walking distance to the town too with shops, bars and restaurants. Forget about the other places and book this one - you won’t regret it!

Reviewed August 03, 2018

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7.2
Very good
Sundeep from India
Couple
One-Bedroom Apartment
Stayed 1 night in April 2017

Small Town, everything's next to each other - WiFi sucks”

Since Franz-Joseph just caters to glacier tourists, all facilities are next to each other. There is a living room and and a mezzanine attic which is where the bedroom is, car can be parked right outside your room. One downside though - if you need internet, good luck with that, they pass coupons and its a nightmare to connect and even then the connection will keep dropping.

Reviewed April 14, 2017

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10.0
Exceptional
Redonnia from Singapore
Couple
Studio Unit
Stayed 1 night in June 2018

Great Place.”

Staff on duty was really friendly. She allowed us to check in early (we went for heli-hike tour) and recommended places for food and activities. Facilities were clean and good. We went in the winter so the bed warmer and hot water for shower is really helpful. Parking is available and because FranJo is a small town, it's near and convenient to any place.

Reviewed June 11, 2018

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9.6
Exceptional
diyana from Singapore
Couple
1 Bedroom
Stayed 2 nights in November 2018

8 out 9”

It was more spacious that we thought. A two storey villa with 1 single bed at ground level and a double bed upstairs. They have complete TV channels and also kitchen utensils and microwave. Toilet n bathroom were very clean. Only minus was the cleanliness of the blanket and also the chairs' condition at the balcony. Overall a pleasant stay! The hotel has washer and dryer available but need to use coins to pay

Reviewed December 13, 2018

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