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The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in Motueka with free parking

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Front of property
6-Bed Shared Dorm
Property grounds
Property grounds
Interior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$105
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct

Explore the area

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55, Whakarewa Street, Motueka, 7120
  • Motueka District Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Skydive Abel Tasman
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Kaiteriteri Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Nelson (NSN)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Furnished patio
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Portable fan
Coffee/tea maker
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Queen & Single Room With Bathroom

Queen & Single Room With Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room, Private Bathroom

Double Room, Private Bathroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Electric kettle
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

7-Bed Shared Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Portable fan
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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6-Bed Shared Dorm

6-Bed Shared Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Basic Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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4-Bed Shared Dorm

4-Bed Shared Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Portable fan
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

About the area

Motueka

At The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Motueka District Museum and 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from SimPit Technologies. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This hostel has free WiFi in public areas, a library and a terrace. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In proximity to this Motueka hostel you'll find Abel Tasman National Park.
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What's nearby

  • Motueka District Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • SimPit Technologies - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Skydive Abel Tasman - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Kaiteriteri Beach - 17 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Little Kaiteriteri Beach - 17 min drive - 15.6 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Village Cafe Motueka - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Simply Indian - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Toad Hall - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

Hostel in Motueka with free parking
As a guest of The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel, you'll find a library, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Public spaces have free WiFi. The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Motueka hostel.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel offers 13 accommodations with portable fans. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • 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.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (102 centimetre high)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; 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
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests should be aware that 2 cats and 2 dogs reside at this property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting in all accommodation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

White Elephant Backpackers Hostel Motueka
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White Elephant Backpackers Lodge Motueka
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White Elephant Backpacker Motueka, New Zealand - Nelson-Tasman
White Elephant Backpackers Lodge
The White Elephant Accommodation
White Elephant Backpackers Lodge
The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel Motueka

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel?

The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel?

As of 15 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel on 8 Oct 2025 start from NZ$105.39, 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 parking available at The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel?

Yep, The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel?

The closest beach to The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel is Little Kaiteriteri Beach (8.3 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel?

No, The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel?

No, only service animals are allowed.