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PortSide Bistro majors on food that you love to eat, prepared with a touch of extra class and attention to detail. We like to think we have it all!

SnakeBite Brewery & Restaurant, located on the main street in Franz Josef Glacier, serves authentic Southeast Asian & Kiwi dishes from their fresh tasty menu.

Welcome to Dawson’s Hotel – the perfect base for your West Coast adventures.

Welcome to my peaceful hideaway. My modern country home with ensuite rooms is set in 8 acres of pure nature at its best, with breathtaking views of Mt Cook & Mt Tasman towering above Fox Glacier.

Opened Jan 2014 our complex is set amongst native bush within easy walking distance of all attractions and amenities in Franz Josef Village. Beautiful apartment like units.

Seaview Lodge, Kiwi Backpackers and Camping

TripAdvisor Best of the Best 2021 Top Out of the Ordinary Experience–World. Our fly-in, fly-out guided Heli Hike combines the excitement of exploring a remote & exceptionally stunning part of the Fox Glacier with the thrill of 2 helicopter flights.

Lonely Planet judged the West Coast Wildlife Centre in Franz Josef as one of the 12 must see things to visit in New Zealand. This is the largest kiwi hatching facility in the South Island and must see" all weather attraction. See live Tuatara & Kiwi.

Join us on one of our guided eco tours amongst the pristine rainforest and limestone caves of the unique Oparara Basin. Several tour options available.

15 well appointed rooms set in a quiet location just 2.5 kms north of Franz Josef Glacier. Base yourself here with us while you explore the Glacier area, mountains, rain forest and beaches and much more!

Experience the thrill of a lifetime with an 18,000ft. tandem skydive over Franz Josef and Fox Glacier. Soar above icy wonders and stunning landscapes, feeling the adrenaline rush as you take in breathtaking views from the ultimate sky-high adventure.

Come to Westport and browse this unique Gallery with a coffee in your hand. We pride ourselves on our coffee and specialize in photography, we offer a variety of local imagery on a range of media…