Chateau Backpacker & Motels

Hostel in Franz Josef Glacier with fitness centre and Hot tub

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October 2025

November 2025

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.

Good

Popular amenities

Hot tub
Gym
Kitchen
Laundry
Parking included
Free WiFi

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

Room options

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Tonight

Oct 15 - Oct 16

Tomorrow

Oct 16 - Oct 17

All rooms

1 bed

3+ beds

Showing 3 of 3 rooms

4 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Heating

Fridge

Coffee/tea maker

Shared/communal kitchen

Sleeps 1
4 Twin Beds

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating

Free cots/infant beds

Fridge

Private bathroom

Coffee/tea maker

Shared/communal kitchen

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Motel Room

Very good

Highlights

Heating

Free cots/infant beds

Kitchenette

Fridge

Coffee/tea maker

Shared/communal kitchen

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

About the area

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
‪Monsoon Bar - ‬5 min walk
‪SnakeBite Brewery - ‬3 min walk
‪Alice May - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Chateau Backpacker & Motels

Property highlights

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 luggage storage
A TV in reception, a front desk safe and a vending machine

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

Similar properties

Parking included
Free WiFi
Laundry
Housekeeping

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

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

Designated smoking areas
Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bathroom

Hair dryer (on request)
Shower
Towels provided

Entertainment

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Refrigerator
Shared kitchen access

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 at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

National rating

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

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 15 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Chateau Backpacker & Motels on 16 Oct 2025 start from €39.71, 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 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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