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Glow Worm Accommodation

8.6
Excellent (1786 reviews) |
Franz Josef ·
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Jun 16, 2025 - Jun 17, 2025
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Glow Worm Accommodation Franz Josef

Overview

  • free parking
  • free wifi
  • non-smoking rooms
  • facilities for disabled guests
  • family rooms
  • very good breakfast

Intro

Situated next to West Coast Wildlife Centre, Glow Worm Accommodation Franz Josef hostel offers a picnic area, a library, and barbecue grills for added enjoyment. Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, this Franz Josef hostel is located about 15 minutes by car from Lake Wombat.

Rooms

Certain rooms at the Franz Josef accommodation have a private bathroom with a shower, and some units additionally boast a writing desk. Guests may also find free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels in some of the non-smoking rooms.

Relax

The Franz Josef property offers car hire.

Location

Callery Gorge Walk National Forest is within shouting distance of the Franz Josef accommodation, and natural sites like Tatare Tunnels Walk Nature Preserve are a mere 250 metres away. Glow Worm hostel is also nearly a 5-minute walk from Skydive Franz Skydiving Center.

Eat

The soup restaurant Grill N Wok Cafe is only a few minutes from this Franz Josef hostel. There is a big kitchen at the Franz Josef accommodation.

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Rooms

Double Room with Shared Bathroom
Room size: 9 m2
Max capacity:
Double Room with Private Bathroom
Room size: 13 m2
Max capacity:
Twin Room with Private Bathroom
Room size: 13 m2
Max capacity: +
Family Room
Room size: 16 m2
Max capacity: +
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Facitilies

Facilities

  • Flat-screen TV

Rooms

  • Heating
  • Garden furniture

Dining facilities

  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Shared kitchen

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Relax

  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Jacuzzi
  • Hiking

Activities for Kids

  • Cots
  • Playpen
  • Board games
  • Game room

Reviews

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8.2 8.2 /10 (2023 reviews)
8.6/10 Excellent (1786 reviews)
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  • Cleanliness 8.5
  • Comfort 8.6
  • Facilities 8.6
  • Free WiFi 7.1
  • Location 9.5
  • Total 8.6
  • Value for money 9.1
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Janet

9.6/10
The location was fantastic, as it was conveniently close to the city center and all major attractions. We also appreciated the cleanliness of the facilities, which included a well-equipped kitchen and a cozy common area for relaxing. The free breakfast, although basic, was filling, and the complimentary soups and popcorn in the evening added a nice touch.
F

Frederick

9.6/10
I had a delightful experience at this hotel, as the staff were incredibly friendly and always willing to help. The facilities were top-notch, with a clean kitchen that made food prep easy, and the location couldn't be better, being very close to all the restaurants and attractions. I also loved the complimentary breakfast and the cozy common area where I could unwind after a long day.
J

Jane

9.6/10
We loved the cozy atmosphere and friendly staff at the hotel. The cleanliness was impressive, and the breakfast options were a nice touch. The location was perfect, making it easy to explore nearby restaurants and attractions. The communal areas were spacious and inviting.
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Iain

9.4/10
We loved the friendly staff. They made us feel welcome. The cleanliness of the rooms was impressive. The location was perfect, close to everything we needed, especially the nearby wildlife centre. Breakfast and free soup in the evenings were nice touches too.
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Location

27 Cron Street
Landmarks nearby
Transportation
  • 1. Canavans Knob 1.97 km (1.22 mi.)
  • 2. Canavan's Knob Walk 2.62 km (1.63 mi.)
  • 3. Start Alex Knob Trail 2.78 km (1.73 mi.)
  • 4. Glacier Country Kayaks 410 m (1345 ft)
  • 5. Lake Wombat Track 2.76 km (1.71 mi.)
  • 6. Tatare Tunnels Walk 210 m (689 ft)
  • 7. Sentinel Rock 4.31 km (2.68 mi.)
  • 8. Peters Pool 3.68 km (2.29 mi.)
  • 1. Franz Josef 250 m (820 ft)