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Chateau Backpacker & Motels

3.0 star property
Hostel in Franz Josef Glacier

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Lobby sitting area
Front of property
Sundeck
Spa
TV
Chateau Backpacker & Motels is a serene haven in an eco-certified setting. Visit the spa tub, unwind by the fireplace in the lobby, or get cozy with a book from the library. With free self parking and high-speed WiFi, this charming hostel offers relaxation and connection.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Fitness center
  • Hot tub
  • Limo/town car service
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
$41 nightly
The total price is $47
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees

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Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
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Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Motel Room | Free WiFi

Motel Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Shared/communal kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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4 Bed Dorm | Free WiFi

4 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Shared/communal kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
8 Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier, 7886

What's nearby

  • Our Lady of the Alps - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St James Anglican Church - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Full Of Beans Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Landing Bar & Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪SnakeBite Brewery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Alice May - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Monsoon Bar - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Chateau Backpacker & Motels

Chateau Backpacker & Motels is a great choice for a stay in Franz Josef Glacier. Guests can enjoy the fitness center, and cross-country skiing and snowshoeing are nearby. Other highlights at this eco-certified hostel include a hot tub, a terrace, and a garden.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 43 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 15
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 15
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Free offsite parking nearby
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowshoeing nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness center
  • Hot tub

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

Special features

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Policies

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Also known as

Chateau Franz Franz Josef Glacier
Chateau Backpacker & Motels Franz Josef Glacier
Chateau Franz Hostel Franz Josef Glacier
Chateau Backpacker & Motels Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Chateau Backpacker & Motels?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Chateau Backpacker & Motels?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Chateau Backpacker & Motels?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Chateau Backpacker & Motels and nearby?

Have fun with nearby winter activities like cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. Relax in the hot tub or enjoy the use of other amenities, which include a fitness center and a picnic area. Chateau Backpacker & Motels also has a garden.

What's the area around Chateau Backpacker & Motels like?

Chateau Backpacker & Motels is a short 3-minute walk from Westcoast Wildlife Centre and 7 minutes' walk from Glacier Hot Pools.

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