15 Cowan Street, Franz Josef Glacier, South Westland, 7856
What's nearby
Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 2 min walk
Waiho Hot Tubs - 6 min walk
Glacier Hot Pools - 6 min walk
Our Lady of the Alps - 7 min walk
St James Anglican Church - 10 min walk
Getting around
Hokitika (HKK) - 117 min drive
Restaurants
Snakebite - 3 min walk
Monsoon Restaurant at Rainforest - 4 min walk
Full of Beans - 4 min walk
The Landing Restaurant & Bar - Franz Josef - 3 min walk
Alice May - 2 min walk
About this property
10 Cottages
Enjoy your visit to Franz Josef Glacier with a stay at 10 Cottages. Freebies such as WiFi and self-parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby kayaking, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), Dutch, English, German, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
10 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in/out available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Other information
Designated smoking area (fines apply)
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
What to do
Beach nearby
Bike rentals nearby
Ecotours nearby
Golfing nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Cross-country skiing nearby
Skydiving nearby
Snowshoeing nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Locally owned and organised tours and activities
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive recycling policy
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch LCD TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Patio
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
Kitchenette
More
Daily housekeeping
Eco-friendly toiletries
Fees & policies
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
10 Cottages
10 Cottages Franz Josef Glacier
10 Cottages Hotel
10 Cottages Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
10 Cottages Hotel
10 Cottages Franz Josef Glacier
10 Cottages Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
Frequently asked questions
Does 10 Cottages offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, 10 Cottages does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at 10 Cottages?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at 10 Cottages?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at 10 Cottages?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at 10 Cottages and nearby?
Have fun with activities such as cycling, horse riding and kayaking, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours.
Does 10 Cottages have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a fridge, a microwave and a coffee maker.
Does 10 Cottages have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a patio.
What's the area around 10 Cottages like?
10 Cottages is in the heart of Franz Josef Glacier, a short 6-minute walk from Glacier Hot Pools and 6 minutes' walk from Waiho Hot Tubs.
10 Cottages Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
12 Nov 2024
Excellent location, quiet, spacious, free parking
Helen
Helen, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
18 Oct 2024
Franz Josef is small so everything is close except the glacier.
Gordon
Gordon, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 Sep 2024
Clean tidy and close to everything
J
J, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 Jun 2024
Hotel was close to the main strip of town so we were able to walk. Recommend staying here.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 May 2024
Great location with stunning view to snow capped mountains. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 Mar 2024
We loved the self contained cottage which was roomy and comfortable. The bathroom was the best of our travels having a proper vanity with a big drawer for toilet bags etc. Would certainly recommend.
Gill
Gill, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 Mar 2024
Mick
Mick, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 Mar 2024
Great view of the mountains
Looking at the mountains from the bed was amazing. Loved the location. Friendly owner and staff made an enjoyable stay!
Donna
Donna, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
21 Mar 2024
Reception was pleasant and communication was clear. The units were simple, but more than adequate. The location was convenient to restaurants and activities. A
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
19 Mar 2024
Poor quality. I wouldn't stay here again.
Cottage masks the true nature of this property. Its a small portacabin. Sure it's got sliding patio doors and a bathroom but it's still a portacabic. As a result its hard to control the temperature. It feels damp even in March and the bathroom, even after only one night and two showers smelled damp. Also the WiFi is poor to non- existant.
David
David, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
9 Mar 2024
Joanne
Joanne, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
16 Feb 2024
Cornelis
Cornelis, 1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
8/10 Very good
3 Feb 2024
Small shower
Neil
Neil, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
29 Jan 2024
Comfortable and quiet in a good location for restaurants snd attractions. The cottages are a bit close together so the sitting area is confined but they are well equipped with excellent bathrooms
Stephen
Stephen, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 Jan 2024
Lovely property
Marjorie
Marjorie, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 Jan 2024
Wonderful
It was an adorable cottage. Plenty of room and very comfy. Also very quiet so I could hear the birds. Check in was easy and staff very friendly. Gave good local suggestions. Would definitely stay again.
Mollie
Mollie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
5 Jan 2024
Tony
Tony, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
29 Dec 2023
Nice cottage. Big negative is the high heat in the room during summer, since there is no AC, an electric fan should have been provided. Keeping windows open takes a long time to cool the room.
Srivats
Srivats, 1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 Dec 2023
Eva
Eva, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 Dec 2023
Great
Comfortable and great location. Perfect for exploring. Laundry nearby but half machines out of order (not run by the motel). The only thing to note is we were woken at 3am one night by the firefighter siren - quite scary if you don’t know what it is!
Samantha
Samantha, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 Dec 2023
Rene
Rene, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 Dec 2023
Not much for dining. They close way before they say. The rooms are fantastic though. I suggest picking up food to cook in the room that has a grocery store before heading into the pass.
Brandon
Brandon, 2-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 Dec 2023
Clement
Clement, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 Oct 2023
Great location for both Fran’s Joseph and Fox glaciers. Nearby restaurants and pubs and grocery store. Front desk staff warm and welcoming. Our cottage was comfortable. There were heated blankets and portable heaters if you were cold.
linda
linda, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 Oct 2023
Comfy and Compact with with a mountain view
Great little group of cottages that are close to everything.
View of the mountains from inside.
Comfy and compact.
for our one night stay it was perfect and well priced.