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Family Room

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Twin Room, Ensuite

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Shared Dormitory, Ensuite (Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dorm)

Bed Count 4 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Double Room, Ensuite

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Hotel Description

During your stay at Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel, you're just a quick walk from Westcoast Wildlife Centre. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus laundry facilities.

  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Services include tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • Steps from Westcoast Wildlife Centre and 3 minutes on foot from Te Wahipounamu

Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel ratings based on 1 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
1.0 out of 5 1.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 1.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 1.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 1.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 1.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel

Everyone (1)
1 out of 5

Definitely a dump

This place is awful. Dirty, dated and dilapidated. Avoid at all costs

Posted by , from plymouth , uk on 3 Mar 2018

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Property Features

As a guest of Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel, you'll find a library, barbecue grills, and an arcade/games room. Public spaces have free WiFi. The eco-certified Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel also features tour/ticket assistance, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. This 3-star Franz Josef Glacier hostel is smoke free.

  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Arcade/game room

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking , Parking (limited spaces)

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel offers 23 accommodations. This Franz Josef Glacier hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (limited)
  • Hairdryer available
  • Iron and ironing board available
  • Climate control (heating)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Accessibility

If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9 PM. To make arrangements for check-in, please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM, please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 17 and over; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 16 days prior to check-in.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 9 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 17 and over; guests must have received their complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 16 days prior to check-in.

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Guests must provide health documentation
  • Guests must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination
  • Minimum age for proof of COVID-19 vaccination requirement: 17
  • COVID-19 vaccine must have been received a minimum number of days before check-in: 16
  • Front desk opens daily at 7:30 AM
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (WHO)
  • Front desk closes daily at 9 PM
  • Property does not offer on-site COVID-19 testing
  • Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Masks are compulsory at the property
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Contactless food service / room service is available
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Reservation might be required for some facilities on-site
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Security system
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Gloves are available to guests
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available through room service
  • Gap period enforced between guest stays - 24 hours

Hotel Names

  • Glow Worm Franz Josef Glacier
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Awards & Affiliations

  • Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award

National Rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

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