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Hotels near Sentinel Rock Walk
This short steady climb up a now bush-covered ice-scraped rock offers the most impressive views of the glacier and the Waiho River. Information panels at the viewpoint show dramatic photos of the glacial retreat, making it one of the best places to appreciate the power of the glacier. Sentinel Rock emerged from beneath the glacier in 1865 and is an example of how the glacial ice ground the hard schist bedrock into a Roche moutonnee or ‘rock sheep’. Since 1909 the glacier has retreated over 3 km and plants have progressively colonised where a veneer of rubble has been dumped over bedrock in the valley. Getting there Drive or walk south a short distance from the Franz Josef Waiau township across the Waiho River bridge and turn left onto the Glacier Access Road or Te Ara a Waiau. Drive or walk for approximately 4 km to the car park at the end of the road.
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- Highest-rated 4-star hotel within 5 km of Sentinel Rock WalkBased on availability on Tripadvisor for 2 March - 3 MarchEnter dates to see pricesMotel17 Cron Street, Franz Josef, Westland Tai Poutini National Park 7886 New Zealand4.6 km from Sentinel Rock Walk#1 Best Value of 27 Hotels near Sentinel Rock Walk
- Enter dates to see prices3 Wallace Street, Franz Josef, Westland Tai Poutini National Park 7886 New Zealand5.0 km from Sentinel Rock Walk#2 Best Value of 27 Hotels near Sentinel Rock Walk
- Enter dates to see prices46 Cron Street, Franz Josef, Westland Tai Poutini National Park 7886 New Zealand4.9 km from Sentinel Rock Walk#3 Best Value of 27 Hotels near Sentinel Rock Walk
- Enter dates to see prices76 Cron Street, Franz Josef, Westland Tai Poutini National Park 7856 New Zealand5.1 km from Sentinel Rock Walk#4 Best Value of 27 Hotels near Sentinel Rock Walk
- Enter dates to see prices15 Cowan Street, Franz Josef, Westland Tai Poutini National Park 7886 New Zealand4.8 km from Sentinel Rock Walk#5 Best Value of 27 Hotels near Sentinel Rock Walk
- Enter dates to see pricesFranz Josef Highway 6, Franz Josef, Westland Tai Poutini National Park 7856 New Zealand8.2 km from Sentinel Rock Walk#6 Best Value of 27 Hotels near Sentinel Rock Walk
- Enter dates to see pricesMotel58 Cron Street, Franz Josef, Westland Tai Poutini National Park 7886 New Zealand5.0 km from Sentinel Rock Walk#7 Best Value of 27 Hotels near Sentinel Rock Walk
- Enter dates to see prices36-44 Main Rd Off State Hwy 6, Franz Josef, Westland Tai Poutini National Park 7856 New Zealand4.8 km from Sentinel Rock Walk#8 Best Value of 27 Hotels near Sentinel Rock Walk
- Enter dates to see pricesMotelCorner Cook Flat Road & Pekanga Drive 45 Cook Flat Road, Fox Glacier, Westland Tai Poutini National Park 7859 New Zealand13.2 km from Sentinel Rock Walk
- Enter dates to see prices8 Graham Place, Franz Josef, Westland Tai Poutini National Park 7856 New Zealand4.8 km from Sentinel Rock Walk#10 Best Value of 27 Hotels near Sentinel Rock Walk
- Enter dates to see pricesMotel40 Cron Street, Franz Josef, Westland Tai Poutini National Park 7886 New Zealand4.9 km from Sentinel Rock Walk#11 Best Value of 27 Hotels near Sentinel Rock Walk
- Enter dates to see pricesMotel34 Cron Street, Franz Josef, Westland Tai Poutini National Park 7856 New Zealand4.8 km from Sentinel Rock Walk#12 Best Value of 27 Hotels near Sentinel Rock Walk
- Enter dates to see pricesMotel15 Cook Flat Road, Fox Glacier, Westland Tai Poutini National Park New Zealand13.0 km from Sentinel Rock Walk
- Enter dates to see pricesMotel55 Main Road Main Road, Fox Glacier, Westland Tai Poutini National Park 7859 New Zealand12.9 km from Sentinel Rock Walk
- Enter dates to see prices29 Main Road, State Highway 6 Westland, Fox Glacier, Westland Tai Poutini National Park 7859 New Zealand12.7 km from Sentinel Rock Walk
- Enter dates to see pricesMotelSH6, Franz Josef, Westland Tai Poutini National Park 7856 New Zealand7.0 km from Sentinel Rock Walk#16 Best Value of 27 Hotels near Sentinel Rock Walk
- Enter dates to see prices105 Cook Flat Road Fox Township, Fox Glacier, Westland Tai Poutini National Park 7859 New Zealand13.7 km from Sentinel Rock Walk
- Enter dates to see pricesMotel203 Cook Flat Road, Fox Glacier, Westland Tai Poutini National Park 7859 New Zealand14.6 km from Sentinel Rock Walk
- Enter dates to see pricesMotel93 Cook Flat Road, Fox Glacier, Westland Tai Poutini National Park 7859 New Zealand13.6 km from Sentinel Rock Walk
- Enter dates to see prices11 Cook Flat Road, Fox Glacier, Westland Tai Poutini National Park 7859 New Zealand12.9 km from Sentinel Rock Walk
- Enter dates to see prices89 Terrace Road, Mt. Cook Village, Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu) 7999 New Zealand34.4 km from Sentinel Rock Walk
- Enter dates to see pricesMotel26 Bowen Drive, Mt. Cook Village, Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu) 7999 New Zealand34.7 km from Sentinel Rock Walk
- Enter dates to see prices39 Main Road State Highway 6, Fox Glacier, Westland Tai Poutini National Park 7886 New Zealand12.8 km from Sentinel Rock Walk
- Enter dates to see prices167 Cook Flat Road, Fox Glacier, Westland Tai Poutini National Park New Zealand14.2 km from Sentinel Rock Walk
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- Enter dates to see pricesMotelState Highway 6 Franz Josef, Private Bag 766, Franz Josef, Westland Tai Poutini National Park New Zealand15.7 km from Sentinel Rock Walk
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- Missing:ResortMotelHotelsAll InclusiveEnter dates to see pricesHostel2/4 Cron Street, Franz Josef, Westland Tai Poutini National Park 7886 New Zealand4.5 km from Sentinel Rock Walk#28 of 37 Specialty lodging in Franz Josef
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- Franz Josef Glacier HotelsWestland Tai Poutini National Park, renowned for its Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers and the beautiful walks from 5 minutes to 8 hours that you can do in this area to view these amazing ice features, native forest, wildlife and waterfalls. The track up the Glacier river bed is 5.4 km return via same track Suggested duration 1 hr 30 min •This track is sometimes closed due to ice collapse, flooding or landslides – check the latest track conditions and weather forecasts at the Westland Tai Poutini National Park Visitor Centre before starting your trip. •Always take warm and waterproof clothing as the weather can change rapidly. •Carry drinking water, insect repellent and sun protection. •No drones allowed.Read more
- Tatare Tunnels Walk HotelsAfter 10 minutes walk on a four wheel drive road, the track climbs gently then drops to a view of the scenic Tatare Gorge. The track then becomes steep and narrow for the short climb to the Tatare Tunnels. If you wish to explore the tunnels you will need a torch and a raincoat, and you may get wet feet – the water will be ankle deep. The track stops at the old wooden flume at the end of the first tunnel. Know before you go •Check the current track conditions and weather forecasts at the Westland Tai Poutini National Park Visitor Centre before starting your trip. •Always take warm and waterproof clothing as the weather can change rapidly. •Carry drinking water, insect repellent and sun protection at all times.Read more
- Peters Pool Walk HotelsThis fully-accessible walk winds through the rainforest to a small kettle lake, which was formed by ice melting amongst glacial moraine about 200 years ago. Enjoy the reflective views of the glacier and mountainpeaks in this tranquil setting. Getting there Drive or walk south from the Franz Josef Waiau township across the Waiho River bridge and turn left onto the Glacier Access Road or Te Ara a Waiau. Drive or walk for approximately 4 km to the car park at the end of the road.Read more
- Roberts Point Track HotelsStarting from the Douglas Bridge, Roberts Point Track winds up the true right of the Waiho (Franz Josef Glacier) Valley, over ice-carved rock and across many side streams to a viewpoint high above the glacial ice. In around an hour the track opens out onto ice smoothed rock outcrops at Hende's Hut. This hut is unsuitable for overnight accommodation, but it does provide a sheltered lunch spot. The track climbs on through open scrubland to a suspension bridge crossing Rope Creek and continues steadily upwards to Roberts Point. The views from here are well worth the effort with the glacier, sheer rock walls, waterfalls and mountain peaks all visible. Time: 5 hr return from Alex Knob/Lake Wombat car park; or 5 hr 20 min return from glacier car park Distance: 11 km return from Alex Knob/Lake Wombat car park; or 12.3 km return from glacier car park Please contact the Franz Josef Visitor Centre for safety updates before attempting this track.Read more
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- Terrace Walk HotelsThis easy walk winds a short way along the bush-clad terraces at the south end of the village. There is no access beyond the bridge due to a slip and you will need to return the way you came. Take a torch and explore this walk at night to see glow-worms in the forest, especially under and around large fallen trees alongside the track. Getting there The walk starts off State Highway 6, at the southern end of Franz Josef village near the 'Our Lady of the Alps' church on the left hand side of the road heading south towards Fox Glacier. The track entrance has a very small parking area, but there is plenty of parking in town just a short walk away.Read more
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- Canavan's Knob Walk HotelsThe first 800 metres of track is along the river stop bank. A short, but steady climb then takes you through rainforest to the top of this granite outcrop, where you will get commanding views of the sea and lowlands to one side, and up the Waiho River to the glacier and Southern Alps Kā Tiritiri o te Moana from the other. The granite of Canavans Knob is much older than the schist rocks of the glacier valley across the Alpine Fault Line, and therefore it survived the scraping of glacier ice 9000 years ago. Getting there 1.2 kilometres south of Franz Josef turn right into a sign-posted car park and the start of the Canavans Knob Walk. Time from car park: 1 hr return Distance from car park: 3.2 km return Alternatively, walk from Franz Josef across the Waiho River Bridge and turn sharp right onto a stop bank. Follow along until you see the track markers for the track. Time from Franz Josef township: 1 hr 40 min return Distance from Franz Josef township: 6.3 km returnRead more
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- Some of the best hotels near Sentinel Rock Walk in Franz Josef are:Aspen Court Franz Josef - Traveller rating: 5/5Rainforest Retreat - Traveller rating: 4.5/5Te Waonui Forest Retreat - Traveller rating: 4.5/5
- A private balcony can be enjoyed by guests at the following hotels near Sentinel Rock Walk in Franz Josef:Rainforest Retreat - Traveller rating: 4.5/5Te Waonui Forest Retreat - Traveller rating: 4.5/5Punga Grove Motel & Suites - Traveller rating: 4/5
- These hotels near Sentinel Rock Walk in Franz Josef have great views and are well-liked by travellers:Te Waonui Forest Retreat - Traveller rating: 4.5/5Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier - Traveller rating: 4/5Glacier View Motel - Traveller rating: 4/5
- These hotels near Sentinel Rock Walk in Franz Josef have been described as romantic by other travellers:Te Waonui Forest Retreat - Traveller rating: 4.5/5Franz Josef Oasis - Traveller rating: 4.5/5Misty Peaks - Traveller rating: 4.5/5
- Families travelling in Franz Josef enjoyed their stay at the following hotels near Sentinel Rock Walk:Aspen Court Franz Josef - Traveller rating: 5/5The Terrace, Franz Josef Glacier - Traveller rating: 4.5/558 On Cron Motel - Traveller rating: 4.5/5
- These hotels near Sentinel Rock Walk in Franz Josef have free parking:Aspen Court Franz Josef - Traveller rating: 5/5Rainforest Retreat - Traveller rating: 4.5/5The Terrace, Franz Josef Glacier - Traveller rating: 4.5/5
- An upscale travelling experience can be enjoyed at these 4 star hotels near Sentinel Rock Walk in Franz Josef:The Terrace, Franz Josef Glacier - Traveller rating: 4.5/558 On Cron Motel - Traveller rating: 4.5/5Alpine Glacier Motel - Traveller rating: 4/5
- These 3 star hotels received great reviews from other travellers:10 Cottages - Traveller rating: 4.5/5Punga Grove Motel & Suites - Traveller rating: 4/5Sunset Motel - Traveller rating: 4/5
- Kids enjoy a variety of activities at these hotels near Sentinel Rock Walk in Franz Josef:58 On Cron Motel - Traveller rating: 4.5/5Sunset Motel - Traveller rating: 4/5Mount Cook View Motel - Traveller rating: 4/5
- Reduced mobility rooms are available at the following hotels near Sentinel Rock Walk in Franz Josef:Aspen Court Franz Josef - Traveller rating: 5/5Rainforest Retreat - Traveller rating: 4.5/5Te Waonui Forest Retreat - Traveller rating: 4.5/5
- A kitchenette is available at these popular hotels near Sentinel Rock Walk in Franz Josef:Aspen Court Franz Josef - Traveller rating: 5/5Rainforest Retreat - Traveller rating: 4.5/5The Terrace, Franz Josef Glacier - Traveller rating: 4.5/5
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