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Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef, Franz Josef

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Check-in
18Jun
Check-out
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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
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About the Hotel

3 Wallace Street, State Highway 6, Franz Josef, 7856
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Close to the West Coast Wildlife Centre
Great
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Providing guests with bicycle rentals, the smoke-free Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef is located 4.5 km from the Sentinel Rock. Highlights at the 5-star hotel include an à la carte restaurant, a lounge bar and high-speed Internet access in public areas.

Location

This innovative-style hotel puts you right in the centre of Franz Josef, not far from the Tatare Tunnels Walk. The Callery Gorge Walk is nearly a 15-minute walk from the Legacy Te Waonui Hotel, while Franz Josef bus stop is nearly a 5-minute walk away.

The property is nestled in a rainforest and a mountain. The hotel stands within a few blocks of Our Lady of the Alps Catholic Church, popular with pilgrims and tourists alike.

Rooms

Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef has 95 rooms, comprising a patio and a balcony. A multi-channel TV, along with a mini-bar and coffee/tea making facilities, are offered. The rooms also have carpet flooring. Bathrooms inlude a separate toilet and a shower, and such fine comforts as hairdryers and bath sheets. Guests can take advantage of views of the rainforest.

Eat & Drink

Breakfast is served in the restaurant. This accommodation boasts The Canopy Restaurant restaurant with European cuisine.

Leisure & Business

The Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef offers spa therapy, a patio, and a shared lounge.

Must-do experiences

  • Take a scenic helicopter flight over Franz Josef Glacier for stunning views.
  • Savor a gourmet lunch at Alice May for delightful local cuisine.
  • Hike the lesser-known valley trail at the base of Mt. Cook for serenity.
  • Visit the West Coast Wildlife Centre to learn about local conservation.
  • Unwind with a soak at the hot pools after a day of adventure.

Select your room type

Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Deluxe Twin Room
2 persons
33 sq. feet
2 Double beds
Air conditioning
Balcony
Deluxe King Room
2 persons
33 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Air conditioning
Balcony

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Facilities

Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.4/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Board games
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef Location

3 Wallace Street, State Highway 6, Franz Josef, 7856
Getting around
  • City Centre
    Franz Josef 3 min  ·  700 ft
  • Airports
    Hokitika (HKK) 204 min  ·  84.3 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
from 06:00-11:00
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Breakfast
At the hotel Legacy Te Waonui Franz Josef guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free.
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
95
Former name
te waonui forest retreat

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 474 verified reviews
8.7 /10
Great
85 %
Recommend
Breakfast
9.0/10
Cleanliness
8.9/10
Comfort
8.9/10
Facilities
8.4/10
Free WiFi
9.7/10
Location
9.2/10
Paid Wi-Fi
8.1/10
Staff
9.0/10
Value for money
7.4/10
Guest reviews
based on 417 reviews
8.3/10
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Check-in
18Jun
Check-out
19Jun
Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room