Forest View Franz Josef
6 Paganini Rd
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Why people book this hotel
“Cute little cottage with comfortable beds”
“Loved the rooms ,and tv in all rooms , and loved the electric blanket, I wish w…”
“Spectacular location with 1st class amenities”
“Gorgeous location - lovely and clean”
“Very clean, very quite”
“It was clean and comfortable for our group of six”
Overview
A recently renovated apartment set in Franz Josef, Forest View Franz Josef features a garden. This apartment offers free private parking, free shuttle service and free WiFi. The apartment also offers facilities for disabled guests. The spacious apartment has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchenette, and a patio with garden views. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Franz Josef, like hiking. The apartment complex has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. The nearest airport is Hokitika Airport, 135 km from Forest View Franz Josef.
Traveller reviews
Steven
family_with_children
April 23, 2026
“wish we had stayed longer... the Milky Way was so visible from this secluded haven”
Spectacular location with 1st class amenities. Secluded in the depths of Franz Josef, but so close!
Amanda
extended_group
March 16, 2026
“Beautiful location, quiet and relaxing”
Gorgeous location - lovely and clean
Carly
extended_group
March 12, 2026
The location
IceQueen1967
extended_group
February 18, 2026
“A nice surprise - a secluded cabin!”
Loved the seclusion of the property. Very clean, very quite.
Michelle
extended_group
February 1, 2026
“Great cabin in Franz Josef”
The cabin was in a great location very close to town. It is surrounded by bush which makes it very private. It was clean and comfortable for our group of six.
Hayley
extended_group
January 26, 2026
“Lovely cottage in bush setting”
Cute little cottage with comfortable beds. Loved listening to the kiwis at night
Andrew
family_with_children
January 19, 2026
“Amazing stay”
Loved the rooms ,and tv in all rooms , and loved the electric blanket, I wish we stayed longer , we will be back , thank you 👍🙌😁
Jason
extended_group
January 17, 2026
Large modern detached building, adequate facilities., each bedroom had a large TV.
Eamonn
extended_group
January 12, 2026
“A place which could be much better”
Location was fine, close to town. Bedrooms were good size, as were beds. Large bathroom.
sarah
extended_group
January 1, 2026
“We were travelling down the west coast and Franz Josef was a frat place to stay and Forest view suited our needs for 6.”
Nice location with only short walk to shops and bars yet felt out in the woods .
Power
extended_group
October 6, 2025
“It was clean convienant to restaurants and slept 5 adults. We enjoyed the township of Franz Joseph with its wonderful sn”
It was a good place for 5 adults on a road trip around NZ.
Wade
family_with_children
September 26, 2025
“Good location comfy beds”
The location and how many rooms it had
Guest
family_with_children
September 25, 2025
“Amazing stay”
Loved the rooms ,and tv in all rooms , and loved the electric blanket, I wish we stayed longer , we will be back , thank you 👍🙌😁
Leisha
family_with_children
August 28, 2025
Great amount of beds. Nice and clean.
Jane
extended_group
July 20, 2025
“Would not stay there in winter again”
The 3 separate bedrooms
Graham
extended_group
May 3, 2025
“Basic accomodation bathroom too bud living room too small”
Bedrooms
Vicki
extended_group
April 18, 2025
“Private peaceful bush stay.”
It was a beautiful private bush setting, very comfortable beds, good location. Excellent for wheelchair accessibility. Bedrooms were great with sliding doors onto deck, TVs in all bedrooms. Overall great stay.
Braczek
extended_group
March 2, 2025
“Okay.”
Typical motel unit. Nothing special. Functional.
Deepika
extended_group
February 24, 2025
“Great location but toilet facilities inadequate for large groups.”
Great location. Comfortable beds
Eileen Korver
family_with_children
January 27, 2025
“Good enough to stay overnight.”
The location being walking distance to the town center.
Facilities
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible, Toilet with grab rails
Activities
Horse riding, Fishing, Spa and wellness centre, Massage, Hiking
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Breakfast in the room
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, Delivered food is securely covered, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Bicycle parking, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Non-smoking rooms, Heating, Non-smoking throughout, Designated smoking area, WiFi available in all areas
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Garden, Outdoor furniture, Picnic area
Parking
Street parking, Accessible parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Free parking, Parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Smoke alarms, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals
Services
Room service, Airport shuttle, Laundry, Express check-in/check-out, Tour desk, Vending machine (drinks), Airport shuttle (free)
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Three-Bedroom Apartment
This spacious apartment comes with 1 living room, 3 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. Meals can be prepared in the well-fitted kitchenette, which features a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. This wheelchair accessible apartment has a private entrance, a seating area with a flat-screen TV and a roll-in shower. The unit has 6 beds.
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