Welcome to Ribbonwood B & B - a haven for nature lovers
Sleep deeply, breathing fresh clean air!
Hosts Jonathan, a wildlife ranger and Julie, international school teacher are experts on history and ecology of the glacier region. We are passionate hikers and bird watchers who can show you the best places to visit.
One of our latest reviews from TripAdvisor...."We stayed 2 nights at Ribbonwood Retreat while visiting Franz Josef Glacier and Rugby World Cup travelling. Jo, the owner, looked after us from the moment we arrived and was a wonderful host throughtout our stay - great home-cooked breakfast as well as helpful tips and advice and a really useful pack of road info when we left that helped make the journey afterwards really memorable. Very comfortable beds, lovely shower and fabulous views. Only 5 minutes into town and had the advantage that we weren't bothered by helicopters overhead which we understood town places suffer from. A great place to stay and a charming host - we fully recommend this place."
You will enjoy panoramic views of the forests, glaciers and mountains of Westland National Park from your room. Our grounds are specially landscaped, providing habitat to attract native birds. Ribbonwood is uniquely situated in a quiet rural landscape, a few minutes drive from the village and ten minutes drive from the glacier. Our modern home and cottage feature complimentary Wifi, tiled bathrooms and cork tiled floors (no shoes inside please - we do supply you with complementary slippers.)
At Ribbonwood we pride ourselves on our friendly personalised advice, catering for just a few guests because we want you to feel completely at home.
 Qualmark Endorsed 4 stars: Excellent
Consistently achieves high quality levels with a wide range of facilities and services. Qualmark® is New Zealand tourism's official mark which means we have been independently assessed as professional and trustworthy.
Ribbonwood Retreat Enviro Award Ribbonwood Retreat
Ribbonwood Retreat meets good levels of environment and social responsibility. |  Click on the Tripadvisor link to see what our guests have been saying about us |
WIFI and Guest Computer
We have wireless connection for computers and have avaliable a laptop for guests to use.
"A two night stay - completely relaxing with the warmth and friendliness of home"
- Sue & Trevor, Lynsted, Kent UK.
"Thank you for a super stay. Your new cottage is a fantastic place. Hopefully see you again."
Susie & Rich, Ashton Wilts UK.
"Lovely, quiet stay with all the stars in the sky! Thanks for your kind hospitality."
- Will & Showchia, Cambridge UK.
"Definitely the best bedroom we've had in New Zealand. Thanks for hospitality."
- Jane & Jeremy, Cambridge UK.
"Short stay but wonderful place, great hosts and excellent breakfast. The room with a view was really extraordinary."
- Dani & Belin, Madrid Spain
For further enquiries:
Franz Josef Ribbonwood Retreat Bed and Breakfast
Phone: ++64 (0)3 752 0072
Email: ribbon.wood@xtra.co.nz
Website: http://www.ribbonwood.net.nz
