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 particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.0
Cleanliness
7.7
Comfort
7.8
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
7.5
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Lilian
    Australia Australia
    The location and staff were great and it was good value for money.
  • A
    Antonia
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Great set up, lovely staff and some free meals provided. Great facilities. Very accommodating, really enjoyed my stay
  • Kerry
    Australia Australia
    Chateau Backpackers is in a really handy location, yet tucked away from the main hustle and bustle. Our room was large and had an ensuite, a double bed and a single bed and our own mini fridge. Breakfast was "make your own" pancakes and waffles...

Property surroundings

Facilities of Chateau Backpackers & Motels
Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Fitness centre
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Drying rack for clothing
Activities
  • Hiking
  • Billiards
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Vending machine (snacks)
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Luggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Wellness
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Fitness centre
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Chateau Backpackers & Motels takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 00:00

    Check-out

    From 00:00 to 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 3 years
    Cot upon request
    Free

    The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cots are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There is 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.

    Mastercard Visa Eftpos Cash Chateau Backpackers & Motels accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    FAQs about Chateau Backpackers & Motels

    • The prices at Chateau Backpackers & Motels may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Chateau Backpackers & Motels is 150 yards from the centre of Franz Josef. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Chateau Backpackers & Motels on this page.

    • Check-in at Chateau Backpackers & Motels is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Chateau Backpackers & Motels offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Fitness centre
      • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      • Hiking
      • Billiards