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Chateau Backpacker & Motels
3 stars

Chateau Backpacker & Motels

8 Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier 7050, New Zealand
+64 3752 0738
From
£53
Cheapest

rate per night

8.0
Great

based on 1,100 reviews

Chateau Backpacker & Motels
Sat 4/5
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Sun 5/5

About Chateau Backpacker & Motels

  • Hostel Room
    An affordable stay with shared facilities
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi, Breakfast, and Parking for free
Surrounded by rainforest and mountains, Chateau Backpackers & Motels offers an outdoor fire pit, BBQ facilities and a guest lounge with a fireplace. Just 10 minutes’ walk from the Waiho River, it offers free WiFi and free parking on site. The hostel offers free vegetable soup each evening/ The free breakfast includes cereals, milk, toast and coffee. There are also a number of restaurants within a 15-minute walk. Guests can choose between ‘pod’ dormitory rooms or private rooms with a refrigerator, microwave, toaster and electric kettle. Most rooms also have a TV. The pods feature a privacy curtain, a power point and a USB port. The property offers 2 communal kitchens, TV lounges with satellite channels,a deck, as well as a book exchange and video library. The tour desk can provide sightseeing advice and book local activities.

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at Chateau Backpacker & Motels

  • Fitness centre
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Internet
  • Laundry facilities
  • Complimentary breakfast

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Shared kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenware
  • Toaster
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining area
  • Kitchenette

General

  • Window
  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Carpeted
  • Privacy curtain
  • Storage available

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Services and conveniences

  • Conference rooms
  • Tour desk
  • Key access
  • 24-hour front desk

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Disabled access
  • Designated smoking area

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Drying rack for clothing

Things to do

  • Hiking
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Pool table

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Bedroom

  • Reading light
  • Socket near the bed

Dining

  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Complimentary breakfast

Pool and spa

  • Hot tub

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of Chateau Backpacker & Motels

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8.0
Very GoodBased on 1,100 verified guest reviews
8.1Friends
7.8Families
8.3Solo
7.8Couples

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Location

8 Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier 7050

What's nearby

  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre230 yd
  • Glacier Hot Pools0.4 mi
  • Franz Josef Glacier5.9 mi
  • Malte Brun13.5 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Chateau Backpacker & Motels

Low season

February

High season

February

Average price (weeknight)

£22
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Most expensive month to stay with an average 0% rise in price.
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Top tips for your stay at Chateau Backpacker & Motels

  • How long should you stay at Chateau Backpacker & Motels? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at Chateau Backpacker & Motels

  • Where is Chateau Backpacker & Motels located?

    Chateau Backpacker & Motels is located at 8 Cron Street, 0.1 miles from the centre of Franz Josef Glacier. Westcoast Wildlife Centre is the closest landmark to Chateau Backpacker & Motels.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Chateau Backpacker & Motels?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Chateau Backpacker & Motels.

  • Does Chateau Backpacker & Motels offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Chateau Backpacker & Motels offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Chateau Backpacker & Motels offer free parking?

    Yes, Chateau Backpacker & Motels offers free parking.

  • How far is Chateau Backpacker & Motels from the airport?

    Chateau Backpacker & Motels is 61.8 miles from Hokitika Arpt. Chateau Backpacker & Motels is 81.3 miles from Timaru.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Chateau Backpacker & Motels hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Chateau Backpacker & Motels in Franz Josef Glacier and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Chateau Backpacker & Motels and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Chateau Backpacker & Motels.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.6

Distance to city centre

0.1 mi