Hostel in Franz Josef / Waiau
Reasons to book
Well priced for this locationPriced under area average
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Includes essentialsFree WiFi/internet, Kitchen, Balcony/Terrace and more
About this hostel
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.
Amenities
Free WiFi/internet
Free Parking
Non-smoking
Gym
Heating
Kitchen
Balcony/Terrace
WiFi/Internet
Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Shared living spaces
Garden
Laundry services
Fireplace
Outdoor Cooking
Family friendly
Smoking allowed
Map of Franz Josef / Waiau
Available Rooms
Ratings and reviews
100% verified reviews8 / 10Excellent·Oct 2026
everything, except i couldn't get the T V to work! i had a book for back-up!
10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2026
Was above my expectation, ensuite room was provided with full toilet and shower. Were provided with free bottles of mineral water. Free soup for lunch on arrival.
Convenient location within the village.
Water pressure a bit low.
9 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2026
The beds were so comfy & room was super warm. Didn't end up using these things unfortunately but loved that there was a pool table, a hot tub, board games, and morning tea available.
Only thing I can think of are the showers, they were absolutely fine just didn't like them because of the lack of space within the shower itself.
6 / 10Average·Jul 2026
Good value for money and warm for the middle if winter; good centre village location
Definitely a bit tired, needs some tlc, but clean and tidy
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7.4Good
(811 Ratings)
"Was above my expectation, ensuite room was provided with full toilet and shower. Were provided with free bottles of mineral water. Free soup for lunch on arrival.
Convenient location within the villag..."
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