Happy Apple Backpackers is located in Motueka, the gateway to the Abel Tasman National Park. Offering a convenient base to discover and experience the surrounding area, the property is a family-friendly, vibrant hostel with a range of accommodations including private rooms and dormitory rooms. Free WiFi is available. Guests can enjoy a game of table tennis or billiards. Happy Apple Backpackers is fitted with a spacious shared kitchen and a shared lounge area. Paid laundry facilities are available. Located next door to Motueka's famous Toad Hall restaurant, cafe and on-site brewery, guests can also enjoy live music and evening dining every weekend. The backpackers is a 40-minute drive from Nelson Airport.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
1 full bed
and
1 bunk bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.0
Facilities
7.1
Cleanliness
6.9
Comfort
6.8
Value for money
7.5
Location
7.7
Free WiFi
8.0
Low score for Motueka
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Area info

Amenities of Happy Apple Backpackers

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Movie nights
  • Badminton equipment
  • Darts
  • Ping-pong
  • Pool table
  • Playground
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Lockers
    • Baggage storage
    • Tour desk
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Outdoor play equipment for kids
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    General
    • Convenience store on site
    • Designated smoking area
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Spa
    • Fitness center
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Happy Apple Backpackers takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

    Check-out

    Until 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Crib upon request
    Free

    The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cribs are subject to availability.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

    Mastercard Visa Eftpos Cash Happy Apple Backpackers accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    All guests must sign the property's Terms of Stay.

    When booking rooms with more than 10 guests, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Happy Apple Backpackers of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

    FAQs about Happy Apple Backpackers

    • Check-in at Happy Apple Backpackers is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • The prices at Happy Apple Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Happy Apple Backpackers is 1.4 miles from the center of Motueka. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Happy Apple Backpackers offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Fitness center
      • Playground
      • Pool table
      • Ping-pong
      • Darts
      • Movie nights
      • Badminton equipment