Chateau Backpackers & Motels
8-10 Cron Street, 7856 Franz Josef, New Zealand – Excellent location – show map
Surrounded by rainforest and mountains, Chateau Backpackers & Motels offers an outdoor fire pit, BBQ facilities. Just 10 minutes’ walk from the Waiho River, it offers free WiFi and free parking on site. 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,a deck, as well as a book exchange and video library. The tour desk can provide sightseeing advice and book local activities.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Fitness center
Property practices
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George
United Kingdom“Good qwerky hostel in a good location. A little dated perhaps but good character and nice staff. Would recommend for a few nights for sure.”- Karen
United States of America“Location was very central. Staff, especially the manager Chris, were helpful with local advice. The value was good.” 
Reehan United Kingdom“Really helpful staff, excellent location (Franz Josef is a tiny 'town'), decent enough facilities, plenty of opportunity and space to socialise, free breakfast and (especially) veg soup every evening much appreciated. Can't fault it tbh, great...”
Area info
Amenities of Chateau Backpackers & MotelsGreat facilities! Review score, 8
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Fitness center
- Linens
- Outdoor fireplace
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- BBQ facilities
- Garden
- Shared kitchen
- Drying rack for clothing
- Hiking
- Pool table
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Vending machine (snacks)
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Board games/Puzzles
- Designated smoking area
- Heating
- Carpeted
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Fitness center
- English
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cash
Chateau Backpackers & Motels accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
FAQs about Chateau Backpackers & Motels
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The prices at Chateau Backpackers & Motels may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Check-in at Chateau Backpackers & Motels is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
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Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Chateau Backpackers & Motels on this page.
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Chateau Backpackers & Motels offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Fitness center
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Hiking
- Pool table
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Chateau Backpackers & Motels is 500 feet from the center of Franz Josef. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
