About
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.
501 Reviews
- Cleanliness
- 7.0
- Staff
- 9.0
- Location
- 9.1
What Guests Say
- “Great staff and a wonderful, friendly atmosphere; the breakfast and soup were also wonderful. The building itself has easy access to…”
Top Amenities
- Free Internet Access
- Free Parking
- Fitness Center
- Hot tub/Whirlpool
- Kitchen/Kitchenette
- Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Options
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1/4Family Room with Private Bathroom
- Bath or Shower
- Board games/puzzles
- Body soap
- Carpeting
1/1Standard Double Room with Private Bathroom
- Bath or Shower
- Board games/puzzles
- Body soap
- Carpeting
1/2Studio
- Bath or Shower
- Board games/puzzles
- Body soap
- Carpeting
1/3Twin Room
- Bath or Shower
- Board games/puzzles
- Body soap
- Carpeting
1/1Double Room
- Bath or Shower
- Board games/puzzles
- Body soap
- Carpeting
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What Guests Loved
Based on 501 reviews
Pros +
- Great staff and a wonderful, friendly atmosphere; the breakfast and soup were also wonderful. The building itself has easy access to groceries and even some of the trails.
Great staff and a wonderful, friendly atmosphere; the breakfast and soup were also wonderful. The building itself has easy access to groceries and even some of the trails.
Amenities & Policies
Amenities
Swimming & Soaking
- Hot tub/Whirlpool
Fitness & Spa
- Fitness Center
Food & Drinks
- Kitchen/Kitchenette
- Shared kitchen
Media & Technology
- Free Internet Access
Transportation
- Free Parking
Kid Friendly
- Family Friendly
General
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Guest policies
| Check-in | After 2:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Check-out | Before 10:00 AM |
| Internet | Free Wi-Fi is available. |
| Parking | Free parking is available. |
| Children & Extra Beds | Children of all ages are welcome. Children of age 0 to 3 stay free with cot. |
| Pets | Pets are not allowed. |
| Room Rates | All rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted. |
Location
8-10 Cron Street, Franz Josef
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