Glow Worm Accommodation

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Scored 8.3
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.4

About this property

Glow Worm Accommodation is located in the center of Franz Josef and offers a range of shared dormitory rooms and private en suite rooms. Free unlimited WiFi is included. All rooms include a free vegetable soup in the evening as well as BBQ facilities and free use of the spa pool. All guests at Glow Worm Accommodation have 24-hour access to the large communal kitchen and lounge area, with a 50-inch flat-screen TV and shelf full of games for social nights. The lounge area is equipped with couches and a large range of movies where guests can warm up next to the fireplace and enjoy some free popcorn. Glow Worm Accommodation is a 25-minute drive from Fox Glacier. A variety of restaurants and bars is less than 10 minutes’ walk away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

  • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 bunk bed
1 double bed
2 single beds
1 double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
1 bunk bed
1 double bed
and
2 bunk beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Alexander
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Comfy dorm beds. Great social area. Tasty veg soup. Amazing view from the kitchen. Excellent showers. Wonderful staff.”
Sean
Ireland Ireland
“Class hostel. Benjamin was great. Kept us cosy topping up the fire with actual real wood. Free soup at 6pm. Very very well stocked kitchen, salt, pepper, oil, tea, sugar all the necessities. Very chilled relaxed atmosphere and decor. Hot tub going...”
Jean
France France
“We felt very welcome by the staff and all what they do for their customers. They want the customers to have a good and enjoyable time here, and guess what ? They do an awesome job because we had a blast.”
James
New Zealand New Zealand
“Spa pool was awsome - free soup perfect and heaps of cooking facilities, location on point and even the Kia’s came in for a minute or two 🥰”
Rickyj006
United States United States
“Comfy bed and clean facilities! The common area was cosy and well set up. Hot tub was a bonus.”
Alex
Australia Australia
“Dormitory room is spacious. The heater works very well. Kitchen and dinning area clean and tidy. Stable Internet connection. Great location with good view.”
Schlater
United States United States
“Great staff and many amenities. There was free soup, a hot tub, and countless games stored in the cozy living room. There is also a separate movie room which is. A great stay for a couple, group of friends or a solo travler looking to enjoy the area.”
Tamara
Chile Chile
“We arrived very late and they had clear instructions and they were waiting for us with the heater on! Much appreciated on such a cold night! Great location and clean facilities! Had everything we needed for our night”
Steve
New Zealand New Zealand
“Love the free soup in the evening and the well equipped kitchen. The heater warmed the room quickly and it felt cosy and secure.”
Pia
Germany Germany
“Everything is done up with a lot of care and so that everyone can feel at home and comfortable.”

Property surroundings

Facilities of Glow Worm Accommodation

Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms

House rules

Glow Worm Accommodation takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 20:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Glow Worm Accommodation in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).