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7.9 / 10 Guest Rating

Chateau Backpackers & Motels

8-10 Cron Street, Franz Josef, nz

Chateau Backpackers & Motels - main view

About the Property

Immerse Yourself in Nature

Surrounded by rainforest and mountains, Chateau Backpackers & Motels provides a tranquil escape with an outdoor fire pit and BBQ facilities. Relax in the guest lounge by the fireplace after a day of exploring.

Comfortable Accommodation Options

Choose between cozy 'pod' dormitory rooms or private rooms equipped with modern amenities like a refrigerator, microwave, and TV. The privacy curtain, power point, and USB port in the pods ensure a comfortable stay.

Convenient Facilities and Activities

Enjoy free WiFi, vegetable soup in the evenings, and a hearty breakfast. With communal kitchens, TV lounges, and a tour desk to assist with local activities, your stay at Chateau Backpackers & Motels will be both relaxing and memorable.

Book your stay now and experience the perfect blend of nature and comfort.

Facilities & Amenities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Fitness center
Heating
Family rooms
Garden
Hiking

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out11:00 AM

Property Notes

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check Room Availability

1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

7.9
Very Good917 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the friendly staff and frequently praise the good location.

Categories

Cleanliness6.8
Service8.8
Location8.8
Room Quality7.3
Amenities7.8
Value for Money8.2
Food and Beverage7.8
Overall Experience7.8

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juliengbGB
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 26, 2026

"Good"

5.0

La propreté des parties communes et du logement n’était pas au rendez vous

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Becky Gray vnVN
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 25, 2026

"Basic and ok, but there are better options."

5.0

The location was great. Parking was very accessible and close to my room.

Cockroach in the kitchenette, which was next to the bed. Bathroom was not as clean as it might be. The shower temperature was very difficult to control and I have a 2 year old so she basically had to have it on cold so it didn't turn to hot instead of warm. Dangerous.

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RaquelptPT
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 25, 2026

"Good"

6.0

Spacious room, free parking and good location right in Franz Josef.

Everything is very old, the place needs serious maintenance. The mattresses are terrible, very very soft and uncomfortable. The minimum is to have good mattresses so guests can rest properly.

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RobertdeDE
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 24, 2026

"Very Good"

7.0
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JonlNL
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 24, 2026

"Redelijk voor een paar dagen."

5.0

We wisten dat er geen ontbijtservice was, locatie zelf was prima. Omdat dit het enige was dat we nog konden reserveren namen we genoegen met de status van onderhoud en hygiëne. Het is immers een backpackersmotel. Gastheer was vriendelijk en behulpzaam.

De hygiëne viel tegen, de staat van onderhoud. Dit was deels te verwachten.

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MašahrHR
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 24, 2026

"Good"

5.0

The accomodation was close to everything that you might need in Franz Josef. It had a fridge within our room and the shared kitchen was well equipped.

The maintenance and cleanliness was not not as it should be. The motel is old and not well maintained. We removed by ourselves lot of spider-nets within the room. There are few newer things here and there but overall the general state of the motel was not ok.

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DavegbGB
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 23, 2026

"Good value"

8.0

Well positioned, clothes washing facilities, basic but good value

Room a bit tired, needs a bit of tlc

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Paul OledeDE
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 23, 2026

"It was a great stay"

10.0

I really enjoyed my stay at the chateau backpackers. It’s a nice hostel with a lot of different facilities (hot pool and small fitness centre) and on a good day, the mountains were visible out of the kitchen. The staff is really helpful and friendly. I really appreciated that the owner baked delicious muffins and scones for his costumers

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MaartjenlNL
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 23, 2026

"Just fine"

7.0

It has a great atmosphere and is located very well. Everything is simple but decent and especially the host made it an extra nice stay, even baking fresh complimentary snacks.

Still, the rooms are quite a bit outdated and could be cleaner.

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PhilipdeDE
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 23, 2026

"Für den Preis i.O."

6.0

Netter Empfang, tolle Tips für den Tag.

Nicht sehr sauber, in die Jahre gekommen, sehr sperrig und eng

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