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"Good location. Room was clean and very spacious although I did have an issue with bugs (black fly??) in the night time. I woke up a few times having b ... " More

By a verified traveller on Sun 10 Feb 2019

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Motel Room

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

4 Bed Dorm

Bed Count 4 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Hotel Description

During your stay at Chateau Backpacker & Motels, you're just a quick walk from Te Wahipounamu. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and a gym are available.

  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Services include tour or ticket assistance, luggage storage and limo or town car service
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • Steps from Te Wahipounamu and Our Lady of the Alps

Chateau Backpacker & Motels ratings based on 1 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
3.0 out of 5 3.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Chateau Backpacker & Motels

Everyone (1)
3 out of 5
Good location. Room was clean and very spacious although I did have an issue with bugs (black fly??) in the night time. I woke up a few times having been bitten on my arms, legs and around my waist. If you’re driving there is free parking but it’s very tight. Overall I think the place is an ok spot. Ideal for a night or two. Just have earplugs. The walls are thin and you can hear conversations and doors closing in the next room.

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About the Chateau Backpacker & Motels

Location 8 Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier, 7886

Property Features

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 the eco-certified 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 3-star 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

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , WiFi (surcharge)

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking , Parking (limited spaces) , Free parking nearby

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

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.

  • Communal kitchen access
  • Television
  • Fridge
  • Coffee maker
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer available
  • Heating

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hostel include Access to hot tub and a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Snowshoeing nearby
  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Accessibility

If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair accessible parking

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 8:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 15

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM. The front desk is staffed during limited hours.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

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.

  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staffed front desk
  • Front desk opens daily at 7:00 AM
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Front desk closes daily at 8:00 PM
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Debit cards
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Hotel Names

  • Chateau Franz Franz Josef Glacier
  • Chateau Backpacker & Motels Franz Josef Glacier
  • Chateau Franz Hostel Franz Josef Glacier
  • Chateau Backpacker & Motels Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Awards & Affiliations

Eco-certified property

This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

  • Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award

National Rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

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