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Chateau Backpacker & Motels

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8.6
Fabulous
1239 Total Reviews
Perfect Location
Superb Staff
Awesome Cleanliness

Property Description

Come and relax here at Chateau Backpackers & Motels after your fun-filled day on the glacier, with, friendly informative staff and a great atmosphere! And don't forget, we've got free unlimited WiFi.

We also offer many different rooms with from standard dorm beds to beds set out in pods to ensure that all our guests have the privacy they require after a day hiking on the glacier. The pods are enclosed on three sides with a curtain for privacy and include a double power socket with USB charging points and individual reading lights.

Surrounded by rainforest and mountains, Chateau Backpacker & Motels offers BBQ facilities and a guest lounge with a fireplace. Just 10 minutes' walk from the Waiho River, it offers free parking on site.

Chateau Backpacker & Motels is 10 mins drive from Lake Mapourika and Franz Josef Glacier. Christchurch is a 4.5 hour drive away.

The property offers 2 communal kitchens, a TV lounge, as well as a book exchange and games. The tour desk can provide sightseeing advice and book local activities.

Reviews & Ratings

8.6
Fabulous
1239 Total Reviews
  • Security
    8
  • Location
    10
  • Staff
    10
  • Atmosphere
    8.5
  • Cleanliness
    7
  • Value for Money
    8
  • Facilities
    8.5

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Latest Reviews

9.7
Superb
Apr 08, 2024
Really enjoyed my stay here. Place has a very homely feel, with lots of rest areas and good cooking facilities.
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Female, 18-24
9.4
Superb
Mar 27, 2024
Lovely location, with a really helpful chap (Chris) running the place. Nice vibe, great place.
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Male, 41+
9.4
Superb
Mar 24, 2024
The room we had was better than the photos. Fridge and kettle provided in the room but also the kitchen was clean and well equipped. We had a problem with the drains in our bathroom and the staff were hopeful and quickly fixed it.
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Couple, 31-40

Facilities

  • Free

    • Free Parking
    • Free City Maps
    • Free WiFi
    • Free Internet Access
    • Free Luggage Storage
  • General

    • Adaptors
    • Jobs Board
  • Services

    • Luggage Storage
    • Tours/Travel Desk
    • Postal Service
    • Parking
    • Housekeeping
    • Reception (limited hours)
  • Entertainment

    • Internet access
    • Book Exchange
    • DVD's
    • Board Games
    • Pool Table
    • Wi-Fi
    • Smart TV
  • Food & Drinks

    • BBQ
    • Vending Machines
    • Tea & Coffee Making Facilities
  • Kitchen

    • Self-Catering Facilities
    • Cooker
    • Fridge/Freezer
    • Utensils
    • Microwave
    • Kettle
    • Pots and Pans
    • Sink
    • Stove
    • Toaster
  • Laundry

    • Laundry Facilities
    • Dryer
    • Washing Machine
    • Free Iron / Ironing Board
    • Recycling Bins
  • Wellness

    • Fitness Centre
    • Hot Showers
    • Hot Tub
  • Outdoors

    • Outdoor Terrace
  • Safety & Security

    • Fire Extinguishers
    • Smoke Alarms
    • Smoke Detector
  • Social Areas

    • Common Room
    • Lounge Room
  • Bedroom

    • Linen Included
    • Cots Available
    • Reading Light
    • Hair Dryers
  • Available for a Fee

    • Towels for hire
    • Hair Dryers For Hire
    • Late check-out

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