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 free breakfast in the morning and 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 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
1 double bed
and
2 bunk beds
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
7.1
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Marcel
    Germany Germany
    Insanely good Host. Benjamin has all the advice you might ask for. He helped us to find a hike that was so worth doing, he can probably help with anything else, too.
  • Chiew
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The staff is helpful. Free soup at 6pm, self service popcorn and breakfast is definitely the highlights and worth more than what I paid for. Building and facilities are old but maintained well and clean.
  • Carol
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Convenient for Franz Josef, offered parking, staff very pleasant and helpful, room had all the basics. Communal dining room was great and the evening bowl of soup was lovely.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Glow Worm Accommodation
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Games room
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Pet bowls
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Baby safety gates
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Wellness
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Languages spoken
  • German
  • English

House rules

Glow Worm Accommodation takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 20:00

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 room.

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.

Mastercard Visa Eftpos Cash Glow Worm Accommodation accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

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).

FAQs about Glow Worm Accommodation

  • Glow Worm Accommodation offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Hiking
    • Games room

  • The prices at Glow Worm Accommodation may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Glow Worm Accommodation on this page.

  • Check-in at Glow Worm Accommodation is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Glow Worm Accommodation is 200 yards from the centre of Franz Josef. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.