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Te Waonui Forest Retreat
5 stars

Te Waonui Forest Retreat

3 Wallace Street, Franz Josef Glacier 7856, New Zealand
Franz Josef Glacier, New Zealand
See location+64 3752 0555
From
$309
Cheapest

rate per night

8.6
Very good
based on 363 reviews
363 reviews

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Overview

Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef is the ideal place for you to reconnect with nature and the dramatic surroundings, offering an unparalleled example of sustainable accommodation. Our four wings join together to enclose an area of dense native rainforest, ensuring a sense of privacy. Our specially personalised reception area and array of in-room features and facilities give you choice, and a feeling of total relaxation, while the exquisite Canopy Restaurant serves multi-course degustation dinner.
8.6
Very good rating
Based on 363 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Te Waonui Forest Retreat

  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Valet parking
  • Free parking
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Dining

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

General

  • Seating area
  • Garden view
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Accessibility and suitability

  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • No smoking

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Things to do

  • Eco tourism
  • Bicycle hire
  • Board games/puzzles

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Valet parking

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Kids meals

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

Spa

  • Spa and wellness centre

Reviews of Te Waonui Forest Retreat

8.6
Very good
363 verified ratings
Wonderful
215
Very good
68
Good
35
Okay
19
Fair
17
Mediocre
3
Poor
6

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the great location and spacious rooms of the hotel, along with friendly service. However, many reviews pointed out significant cleanliness issues, especially in dining areas, and dissatisfaction with the value for price, particularly regarding the food quality. Overall, while some guests enjoyed their stay, many felt that improvements were necessary.
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Location9 out of 10
Service8.5 out of 10
Room Size8 out of 10
Cleanliness2.5 out of 10
Value for Price2 out of 10
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Location

3 Wallace Street, Franz Josef Glacier 7856

What's nearby

  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre241 m
  • Glacier Hot Pools247 m
  • Franz Josef Glacier9.9 km
  • Malte Brun22.2 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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Essential information about Te Waonui Forest Retreat

Low season

May

High season

May

Average price (weekend night)

$309
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FAQs when booking at Te Waonui Forest Retreat

  • Where is Te Waonui Forest Retreat located?

    Te Waonui Forest Retreat is located at 3 Wallace Street, 0.4 km from the centre of Franz Josef Glacier. Westcoast Wildlife Centre is the closest landmark to Te Waonui Forest Retreat.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Te Waonui Forest Retreat?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Te Waonui Forest Retreat.

  • Does Te Waonui Forest Retreat offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Te Waonui Forest Retreat offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Te Waonui Forest Retreat offer free parking?

    Yes, Te Waonui Forest Retreat offers free parking.

  • How far is Te Waonui Forest Retreat from the airport?

    Te Waonui Forest Retreat is 99.4 km from Hokitika Arpt. Te Waonui Forest Retreat is 130.8 km from Timaru.

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Value for money

7.7

Distance to city centre

0.4 km
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