Chateau Backpackers & Motels, Franz Josef
Overview
Situated about 5 minutes' walk from Skydive Franz Skydiving Center, Chateau Backpackers & Motels Franz Josef hostel offers a sun deck for guests to unwind. Offering parking on site, this Franz Josef motel is within easy reach of West Coast Wildlife Centre.
Location
St James Anglican Church is a mere 550 metres from the hostel, while Canavans Knob is just 1.8 km away.
Hokitika airport is 140 km from the accommodation, and Franz Josef bus stop is approximately a 5-minute walk away.
Rooms
There are 80 rooms in Chateau Backpackers & Motels hostel, some of them come with coffee/tea making facilities, as well as amenities like a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Offering such amenities as bath sheets, the private bathrooms at Chateau Backpackers & Motels hostel have a separate toilet and a shower.
Eat & Drink
Grill N Wok Cafe offers European dishes and is located just moments from this Franz Josef hostel. The Franz Josef accommodation has a a communal kitchen where guests can prepare their own meals.
Leisure & Business
The Franz Josef hostel features a private garden.
Services
You can rent cars to access Franz Josef tourist places and discover the city.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- No pets allowed
- Luggage storage
- Vending machines
- Fireplace
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Hiking
- Billiard tables
Guest Parking
- Shared kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Children
- Cots
- Board games
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Leisure/ TV room
- Jacuzzi
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Self-catering
- Shared kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
- Curtains
Recommended for:
Glacier HikingEmbark on an exhilarating adventure as you hike on the stunning Franz Josef Glacier, exploring its icy terrain and discovering frozen wonders along the way.
Heli-HikingTake your glacier experience to new heights by joining a heli-hiking tour where you'll be flown up to the glacier and guided on an unforgettable exploration of its ever-changing landscape.
Ice ClimbingChallenge yourself and conquer the mighty ice walls of Franz Josef Glacier with an exhilarating ice climbing excursion, accompanied by experienced guides who will teach you the ropes.
Kiwi SpottingJoin a guided night tour in search of the iconic kiwi bird, elusive and nocturnal, unlock the opportunity to witness these unique creatures in their natural habitat.
White Heron Sanctuary ToursEmbark on a journey to see the majestic white herons at their nesting site, observing their graceful movements and admiring their ethereal beauty alongside knowledgeable guides.
West Coast Wildlife CentreStep into a captivating world of New Zealand's native species, including the rare kiwi bird, at this conservation center that offers interactive displays and informative talks.
- Hot Pools Relaxation
- Rainforest Walks
- Yoga Retreats
- Skydiving
- Jet Boating
- Quad Biking
- Stargazing Tours
- Astrophotography Workshops
- Observatory Visits
Location
* Situated in the heart of Franz Josef Glacier village, near the renowned Franz Josef Glacier, Westland Tai Poutini National Park. * Area offers hiking trails, glacier tours, along with local galleries, craft shops and eateries showcasing Kiwi culture. * Franz Josef Glacier village, Westland National Park, Kiwi attractions ideal for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers.
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