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OriginDestinationTravel datesFlights from*
AKLHokitikaMarch 26 to March 31NZ$540
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel datesFlights from*
AKLNelsonMarch 1 to March 6NZ$627
*Prices include taxes and fees

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Rainforest Retreat

Rainforest Retreat

4 out of 5
46 Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier
Stay at this 4-star holiday park in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 spa tubs. Popular attractions Franz Josef Glacier and Westcoast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (928 reviews)
"We only stayed a short night. We messaged the property about swapping two separate spaces for one two bedroom with kitchenette and living room. They were extremely responsive via messaging and helpful and generous with our last minute request. The deck was covered and perfect to experience the rainforest ..."

Reviewed on 20 Feb. 2025

Rainforest Retreat
Franz Josef Top 10 Holiday Park

Franz Josef Top 10 Holiday Park

3 out of 5
2902 Franz Josef Highway, Franz Josef Glacier
The price is NZ$124 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
NZ$124
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly holiday park in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Glacier Hot ...
7.8/10 Good! (447 reviews)
"Great place in Franz. Will visit again."

Reviewed on 18 Feb. 2025

Franz Josef Top 10 Holiday Park
Franz Josef Montrose Hostel Lodge

Franz Josef Montrose Hostel Lodge

2 out of 5
9 Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier, West Coast
Stay at this hostel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Franz Josef Glacier and Our Lady of the Alps ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (255 reviews)
"Hotel was closed when we got there to check in. Tried two phone numbers. Spark message said both were not connected. Went elsewhere as obviously closed down"

Reviewed on 5 Jan. 2021

Franz Josef Montrose Hostel Lodge
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The Westhaven Motel

The Westhaven Motel

3 out of 5
29 Main Road, State Highway 6, Fox Glacier
The price is NZ$173 per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
NZ$173
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified motel in Fox Glacier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (503 reviews)
Lovely
"Lovely size room .. extra touch having a fan as being so used to air con on the other hotels/motel was good having a fan. Lovely location too ."

Reviewed on 16 Feb. 2025

The Westhaven Motel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels With Airport Transportation

10 Cottages

10 Cottages

3 out of 5
15 Cowan Street, Franz Josef Glacier, South Westland
The price is NZ$264 per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
NZ$264
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Westcoast Wildlife Centre and Waiho ...
9/10 Wonderful! (334 reviews)
"The room was very comfortable and clean. The parking was right outside of the unit and food was within a walkable distance."

Reviewed on 19 Feb. 2025

10 Cottages
252 Beachside Motels & Holiday Park

252 Beachside Motels & Holiday Park

3.5 out of 5
252 Revell Street, Hokitika
Stay at this 3.5-star holiday park in Hokitika. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Jagosi Jade and Hokitika Lighthouse ...
8/10 Very Good! (199 reviews)
"Well maintained property, easy access, easy check in."

Reviewed on 2 Jun. 2022

252 Beachside Motels & Holiday Park
Annabelle Motel

Annabelle Motel

3.5 out of 5
214 Weld Street, Hokitika
The price is NZ$210 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$210
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly motel in Hokitika. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Lake Kaniere Scenic ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (212 reviews)
Great clean, comfy place
"Lovely, clean and comfortable"

Reviewed on 23 Jan. 2025

Annabelle Motel
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Ascot Motor Lodge

Ascot Motor Lodge

3 out of 5
74 Romilly Street, Westport
Stay at this 3-star motel in Westport. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free airport pick-up. Popular attractions Miner's Brewery and NBS Theatre are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (214 reviews)
"A very comfortable room and exceptionally helpful staff. I definitely recommend."

Reviewed on 30 Dec. 2022

Ascot Motor Lodge
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Franz Josef Montrose Hostel Lodge

Franz Josef Montrose Hostel Lodge

2 out of 5
9 Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier, West Coast
Stay at this hostel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Franz Josef Glacier and Our Lady of the Alps ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (255 reviews)
"Hotel was closed when we got there to check in. Tried two phone numbers. Spark message said both were not connected. Went elsewhere as obviously closed down"

Reviewed on 5 Jan. 2021

Franz Josef Montrose Hostel Lodge
Franz Josef Top 10 Holiday Park

Franz Josef Top 10 Holiday Park

3 out of 5
2902 Franz Josef Highway, Franz Josef Glacier
The price is NZ$124 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
NZ$124
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly holiday park in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Glacier Hot ...
7.8/10 Good! (447 reviews)
"Great place in Franz. Will visit again."

Reviewed on 18 Feb. 2025

Franz Josef Top 10 Holiday Park
Franz Alpine Retreat

Franz Alpine Retreat

4 out of 5
2 Donovan Drive, Sh 6, Franz Josef Glacier
The price is NZ$212 per night from 27 Mar to 28 Mar
NZ$212
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 Mar
Stay at this 4-star motel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Glacier Hot Pools and Waiho Hot ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (461 reviews)
"Property was clean and in a good location for Franz Josef activities. It would have been useful to have a sink in the kitchen area, so you didn’t have to wash up in the tiny sink in the bathroom. There was an error when we checked in and we were chased for payment. The maid did not make our bed the ..."

Reviewed on 18 Feb. 2025

Franz Alpine Retreat
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Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef

Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef

5 out of 5
76 Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier
The price is NZ$296 per night from 27 Mar to 28 Mar
NZ$296
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 Mar
Stay at this 5-star eco-certified motel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (615 reviews)
A good motel
"All good. Very clean and well equipped room with a nice spa tub. Owner and staff were very friendly as well."

Reviewed on 7 Feb. 2025

Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in

Charles Court Motel

Charles Court Motel

3 out of 5
350 Main South Road, South Beach, Greymouth
Stay at this 3-star motel in Greymouth. Enjoy free parking, room service, and WiFi (surcharge). Popular attractions Grey District Aquatic Centre and Shantytown ...
7.8/10 Good! (101 reviews)
Greymouth
"Nice comfy clean bed, however fridge shelf was broken & in real need of a defrost. Was fine for a one night stay"

Reviewed on 5 Mar. 2020

Charles Court Motel
Paroa Hotel

Paroa Hotel

3.5 out of 5
508 Main South Road, Paroa, Greymouth
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Greymouth. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, a nightclub, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Shantytown and Gem & Mineral ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (124 reviews)
"Easy access, friendly and helpful staff."

Reviewed on 23 Oct. 2022

Paroa Hotel
Rainforest Retreat

Rainforest Retreat

4 out of 5
46 Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier
Stay at this 4-star holiday park in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 spa tubs. Popular attractions Franz Josef Glacier and Westcoast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (928 reviews)
"We only stayed a short night. We messaged the property about swapping two separate spaces for one two bedroom with kitchenette and living room. They were extremely responsive via messaging and helpful and generous with our last minute request. The deck was covered and perfect to experience the rainforest ..."

Reviewed on 20 Feb. 2025

Rainforest Retreat
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Greymouth Motels & Seaview Apartments

Greymouth Motels & Seaview Apartments

3.5 out of 5
2 Chesterfield Street, Greymouth Seaside, Greymouth
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Greymouth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (82 reviews)
"Amazing place - great for our family !!"

Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2021

Greymouth Motels & Seaview Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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What are the cheapest days to fly?

Here’s an insider tip: Tuesday is typically the cheapest day to fly! Looking at flight booked on Wotif.co.nz in 2021, we found that flights departing on a Tuesday generally had the lowest average price. Wotif data also shows Wednesdays and Fridays generally have the highest average ticket prices according to our demand data.

What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?

Guess what? Saturday is actually the best day to score the cheapest plane tickets. Looking at flight demand on Wotif.co.nz in 2021, we found that flights purchased on Saturdays had the lowest airfares on average. Thursday, on the other hand, can be the most expensive day of the week to buy your airfare, with generally a higher than average ticket value.

What is the cheapest month to fly?

When comparing 2021 flight demand on Wotif.co.nz, September is one of the cheapest months to fly, when ticket prices are generally at their lowest. May is a close second for the cheapest time to fly. The months December and January are often the most expensive ones to travel, with higher than average ticket prices, so plan ahead and book early for your travel plans.

How far in advance can you book a flight?

Are you a super organised traveller? Even though not all airlines release their fares a year in advance, you can start researching your flights 12 months in advance for many carriers. It’s good to book your international flights to popular destinations early, particularly in peak holiday periods. According to Wotif’s 2021 travel trends, last minute planners can also bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 1-2 weeks prior to travel.

*According to flight demand on Wotif.co.nz from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.