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Happy Apple Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel in Motueka

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Terrace/patio
Table football, ping pong, books
Table football, ping pong, books
Fridge, microwave
Single Room
Happy Apple Backpackers offers an active atmosphere with greenery. Guests can unwind in the garden, work out in the 24-hour gym, or enjoy table tennis. Practical amenities include laundry facilities and bike rentals, making it ideal for families.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$81
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept

Room options

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Tomorrow

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
2 bathrooms
Minibar
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
2 bathrooms
Minibar
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room

Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
2 bathrooms
Minibar
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Shared Dormitory

Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Quadruple Room

Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Single Room

Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
2 bathrooms
Minibar
Daily housekeeping
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Family Double Room

Family Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
2 bathrooms
Minibar
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the area

Map
500 High St, Motueka, Nelson, 7120

What's nearby

  • SimPit Technologies - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Skydive Abel Tasman - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Motueka District Museum - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Kaiteriteri Beach - 20 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Little Kaiteriteri Beach - 20 min drive - 17.8 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Smoking Barrel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Simply Indian - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Toad Hall - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Happy Apple Backpackers

Property highlights
Consider a stay at Happy Apple Backpackers and take advantage of a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as an outdoor entertainment area.
Additional perks include:
  • Express check-out, a vending machine and a computer station
  • A table football, a billiards/pool table and a TV in reception
  • Outdoor furniture, an electric bike charging station and tour/ticket information
Room features
All guest rooms at Happy Apple Backpackers have amenities, such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Electric bike charging
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 shared bathrooms

More

  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Please note: The "Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds" room type is located between 2 shared bathrooms. Guests staying in this room type can expect to hear noise from guest traffic.

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Long-term renters welcome
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Happy Apple Backpackers Hostel Motueka
Happy Apple Backpackers Hostel
Happy Apple Backpackers Motueka
Happy Apple Backpackers Motueka New Zealand - Nelson-Tasman
Happy Apple Backpackers Motueka
Happy Apple Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Happy Apple Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Motueka

Frequently asked questions

Is Happy Apple Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Happy Apple Backpackers?

As of 14 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Happy Apple Backpackers on 16 Sept 2025 start from NZ$81.00, 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.

What time is check-in at Happy Apple Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Happy Apple Backpackers?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Happy Apple Backpackers located?

Situated in Motueka, this hostel is within 2 miles (3 km) of SimPit Technologies, Skydive Abel Tasman and Motueka District Museum. Tasman Golf Club and Kina Peninsula are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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