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Chateau Backpacker & Motels

★★★ 8 Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier, 7886, Franz Josef Glacier, NZ

7.6 guest rating· 101 reviews

About this hotel

Recreational Amenities Enjoy a relaxing time in the spa tub or maintain your fitness routine in the on-site fitness center.

Complimentary Services Benefit from free Wi-Fi, a cozy lobby fireplace, and tour/ticket assistance during your stay.

Convenience at Its Best With limo/town car service, luggage storage, and laundry facilities available, your comfort is our priority.

For a memorable stay amidst the beauty of Franz Josef Glacier, book your room at Chateau Backpacker & Motels today!

Rooms & rates

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Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

Sleeps 2 · Queen Bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Shared/communal kitchen access
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower

<p><strong>1 Queen Bed</strong></p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, and shared/communal kitchen access</p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, towels, and a hair dryer (on request)</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No housekeeping, bed sheets not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Motel Room

Sleeps 2 · Queen Bed

  • Partially open bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Shared/communal kitchen access
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>1 Queen Bed</strong></p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchenette with refrigerator and coffee/tea maker</p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Partially open bathroom, shower, towels, and a hair dryer (on request)</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No housekeeping, bed sheets not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

4 Bed Dorm

Sleeps 1 · 4× Twin bed

  • Shared/communal kitchen access
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • TV

<p><strong>4 Twin Beds</strong></p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, and shared/communal kitchen access</p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Shared bathroom, towels, and a hair dryer (on request)</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No housekeeping, shared accommodations, no cribs (infant beds) available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Billiards or pool table
  • Parking (limited spaces)
  • Fitness facilities
  • Free self parking
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Designated smoking area
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Garden
  • Library
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  • Limo or town car service available
  • Luggage storage
  • Picnic area
  • Snowshoeing nearby
  • Television in common areas
  • Terrace
  • Tours/ticket assistance

Location

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8 Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier, 7886, Franz Josef Glacier, NZ

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 08:00 PM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say7.6101 reviews

+ Accommodating Staff+ Good Value for Money
Cleanliness7.6
Service8.4
Location8.1
Room Quality7.1
Amenities7.2
Value for Money8.1

Guest review

10.0

Accommodating Staff; Good Value for Money

Dominic · 2025-10-05

Guest review

8.0

Stayed in “Deluxe” private room - basically an old motel room, but had microwave, coffee machine, toaster, kitchenette. Manager very helpful, said every guest has towels & sheets provided (info on website was wrong) Not providing free breakfast or soup as stated on website, but Chateau is close to great cafes & bars. Washing machine & dryer worked well - place needs a fix up & paint.

Jane · 2025-03-10

Well priced basic room in good location.

6.0

The place is reasonably priced. Bed was comfortable, room was generally clean but fairly rundown. The manager is a very pleasant knowledgeable man who is ver welcoming and vested in giving guests valuable information about hiking, points of interest etc., the shared kitchen facilities were well-equipped and provided everything you would need to prepare a meal.

ELAINE S · 2025-02-17

Guest review

6.0

Whilst Chris who runs the accommodation is a nice, friendly guy, the whole property is in desperate need of some TLC and a good clean from top to bottom.

Lawrence · 2025-02-15

Adequate budget accommodation

8.0

This place was adequate for our two-night stay. Strong backpacker vibe, with free breakfast (waffles, cereal, toast) and evening soup. Helpful staff. The location was great. The room itself was dated and pretty small. I'd say this is a case of you get what you pay for. It was very affordable and great if you're looking to connect with other travelers, but I think I would personally spring for a place a bit more modern with more amenities next time.

Emily · 2024-02-09

Guest review

10.0

Had everything we needed

Gordon · 2023-12-23

Good to know

Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

›Pets

Pets not allowed

›Sustainability Certifications

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

›Children and extra beds

No rollaway/extra beds available

›General

Cashless transactions are available

›General

Property is cleaned with disinfectant

›General

Social distancing measures are in place

›General

Professional property host/manager

›Sustainability Certifications

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

›Sustainability Certifications

Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award

›General

Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant