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Glow Worm Accommodation

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8.2Excellent
(1,671 Ratings)
"Lovely lounge area with blazing fire. Friendly helpful staff"
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8.2 / 10
Excellent(1,671 Ratings)

Hostel in Franz Josef / Waiau

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Well priced for this locationPriced under area average

About this hostel

Glow Worm Accommodations is located in the center of Franz Josef and offers a range of shared dormitory rooms and private rooms with attached bathroom. Free unlimited WiFi is included.

Amenities

Free WiFi/internet
Free Parking
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Heating
Wheelchair accessible
Kitchen
WiFi/Internet
Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Shared living spaces
Garden
Outdoor Cooking
Family friendly
Smoking allowed
Toilet with grab rails
Contactless check-in/out
Fire alarm
Fire extinguisher
Cleaning products

Map of Franz Josef / Waiau

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Nearby attractions

Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park
14.8 mi
Hooker Valley track
23.3 mi
Lake Matheson Walk
11.5 mi
Westland Tai Poutini National Park
7.8 mi

Available Rooms

Ratings and reviews

8.2 / 10
Excellent(1,671 Ratings)
100% verified reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2026
Lovely lounge area with blazing fire. Friendly helpful staff
Shower floors were slippery
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2026
Everything
Nothing
7 / 10Good·Jul 2026
It’s in the town proper.
No staff around.
5 / 10·Jun 2026
It was reasonably priced and the beds were comfortable.
The shower and toilet was very small. The decor was old fashioned.
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FAQs

Is parking included with this hostel?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Glow Worm Accommodation. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hostel?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hostel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Glow Worm Accommodation pet friendly?

Yes! This hostel is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Glow Worm Accommodation?

We found 19 amenities for this rental. This includes free wifi/internet, free parking, non-smoking, pets allowed, and heating.

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