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Chateau Backpacker & Motels

3.0 star property
Eco-certified hostel with fitness centre and Hot tub

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Lobby sitting area
Spa
TV
Sun deck
Front of property
Chateau Backpacker & Motels offers a peaceful, eco-certified haven. Guests enjoy the spa tub, lobby fireplace, and library. The hostel combines relaxation with practicality, featuring free self-parking and high-speed WiFi.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Gym
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$88
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept

Room options

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Sept 19 - Sept 20
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Tomorrow

Sept 20 - Sept 21
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Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Motel Room

Motel Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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4 Bed Dorm

4 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Shared/communal kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds
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About the area

Franz Josef Glacier is home to Chateau Backpacker & Motels. Waiho Hot Tubs and Glacier Hot Pools are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Te Wahipounamu and Westcoast Wildlife Centre. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowshoeing.
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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

Eco-certified hostel
A terrace, a garden and a library are just a few of the amenities provided at Chateau Backpacker & Motels. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities and a fireplace in reception.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Limo/town car service, tour/ticket information and a billiards/pool table
  • A vending machine, barbecues and a TV in reception
Room features
All guest rooms at Chateau Backpacker & Motels have amenities, such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Communal kitchens with fridges
  • Coffee/tea makers and heating

Awards and affiliations

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

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available

National rating

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

Property is 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

Is Chateau Backpacker & Motels pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Chateau Backpacker & Motels?

As of 19 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Chateau Backpacker & Motels on 20 Sept 2025 start from NZ$88.04, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Chateau Backpacker & Motels?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Chateau Backpacker & Motels?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Chateau Backpacker & Motels?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Chateau Backpacker & Motels located?

Situated in Franz Josef Glacier, this eco-certified hostel is steps away from Te Wahipounamu and Our Lady of the Alps. Westcoast Wildlife Centre and St James Anglican Church are also within 10 minutes.

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