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Chateau Backpacker & Motels

2.0 star property
Hostel in Franz Josef Glacier with fitness centre and Hot tub

Photo gallery for Chateau Backpacker & Motels

Lobby sitting area
Spa
Sun deck
Front of property
TV

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$93
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct

Explore the area

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8 Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier, 7886
  • Place, Westcoast Wildlife Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Glacier Hot Pools
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Waiho Hot Tubs
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

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4 Bed Dorm

4 Bed Dorm

Highlights

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

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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
Coffee/tea maker
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 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
Coffee/tea maker
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Franz Josef Glacier

At Chateau Backpacker & Motels you'll be within steps of Te Wahipounamu and Our Lady of the Alps. Highlights at this hostel include free self-parking and Access to hot tub. .This hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a fitness centre and limo/town car service. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a library and a terrace. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .In proximity to this Franz Josef Glacier hostel you'll find Mount Cook National Park.
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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

Hostel in Franz Josef Glacier with fitness centre and Hot tub
Chateau Backpacker & Motels offers its guests Access to hot tub and a fitness centre. Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Chateau Backpacker & Motels. The hostel can provide limo/town car service and tour/ticket assistance. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Franz Josef Glacier hostel.

  • 43 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
Chateau Backpacker & Motels offers 43 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens. This Franz Josef Glacier hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower.

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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

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  • 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

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  • 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

  • No pets 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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 parking available at Chateau Backpacker & Motels?

Yep, Chateau Backpacker & Motels has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

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

As of 28 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Chateau Backpacker & Motels on 29 Oct 2025 start from NZ$92.72, 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.

Is there a spa on site at Chateau Backpacker & Motels?

No, there is no spa at this property. Waiho Hot Tubs is a short 7-minute walk away.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Chateau Backpacker & Motels?

No, Chateau Backpacker & Motels does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Chateau Backpacker & Motels?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Chateau Backpacker & Motels?

No, pets are not allowed.