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Happy Apple Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel in Motueka

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Surrounded by lush greenery, Happy Apple Backpackers offers a fun and active vibe. Enjoy volleyball and basketball on the playground, unwind in the garden or get moving at the 24-hour gym. With laundry facilities, bike rentals, and table tennis on site - this hostel is perfect for families.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Computer station
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Trampoline
The current price is CNY392
CNY451 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26

Room options

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Single Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 5 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Quadruple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Shared Dormitory | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
500 High St, Motueka, Nelson, 7120

What's nearby

  • SimPit Technologies - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Skydive Abel Tasman - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Kaiteriteri Beach - 15 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Abel Tasman National Park - 34 min drive - 32.2 km
  • Tahunanui Beach Reserve - 40 min drive - 52.6 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Smoking Barrel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Toad Hall - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Domino’s Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Happy Apple Backpackers

  • Enjoy your visit to Motueka with a stay at Happy Apple Backpackers. Other highlights include a terrace, a garden, and an electric bike charging station.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 18 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • Please note: The "Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds" room type is located between 2 shared bathrooms. Guests staying in this room type can expect to hear noise from guest traffic.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Traveling with children

  • Trampoline

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Foosball
  • Table tennis

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Electric bike charging stations

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • 2 bathrooms

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3 percent

Policies

This property does not have elevators.

Long-term renters welcome.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Happy Apple Backpackers Hostel Motueka

Happy Apple Backpackers Hostel

Happy Apple Backpackers Motueka

Happy Apple Backpackers Motueka New Zealand - Nelson-Tasman

Happy Apple Backpackers Motueka

Happy Apple Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Happy Apple Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Motueka

Frequently asked questions

Does Happy Apple Backpackers offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Happy Apple Backpackers does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Happy Apple Backpackers?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Happy Apple Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Happy Apple Backpackers and nearby?

Happy Apple Backpackers has a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around Happy Apple Backpackers like?

Happy Apple Backpackers is located a short 10-minute walk from SimPit Technologies.

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Reviews

Happy Apple Backpackers Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.2

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Very good

Good for stay
Harwinder, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Facilities were very clean and comfortable. Stay spoilt only by small group of people talking loudly in communal outside area until around 1am one night.
Kat, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean, quiet, hot showers ,good facilities
Lisa, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Hel staff
Clement, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Room was clean. Staff were very helpful. Struggled a bit with the shared kitchen and other guests not cleaning up after themselves as well as they should.
Helen, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really enjoyed my 16days here, felt relaxed enough around the place. All the staff do an awesome job making Happy Apple a great place, Thank you from James
James, 16-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A really nice backpackers hostel. The rooms were well put together and warm during the winter. Lots of space in the kitchen and lounge and bathrooms are being renovated. Staff were really helpful and hospitable - I'd stay here again, for sure. One of the most comfortable places I have stayed on my trip through NZ.
Austen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Well equiped, well located.
Aubert, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing atmosphere.
MARIA ROSA, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Friendly nice atmosphere
Ray, 7-night trip
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8/10 Very good

definitely more than adequate! Simple and "rustic" in many regards, but really well thought-out provision of all the things you might need. Our individual room even had a refrigerator, in addition to the large freezers and refrigerators provided for all in a well stocked kitchen. Games provided. Lots of space. Parking is well organized. Definitely would return.
Alexandra, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

An ok hostel with a nice ordoor area. The kitchen was quite dirty but the bathrooms were ok
Christopher, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Lovely clean bedding & towels. Nice pillow!
Lou, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Late check in was made available to us using a no contact check in. Facility was very nice. Staff answered the phone in a timely manner anytime we called with questions. Rooms were nice and tidy with comfortable beds.
Sandra, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lots of space to socialise in. Staff helpful. Door security to get in. Kelly was very helpful. I think that was correct name.
Dennis, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

What I liked is you can't enter the property so easily because there's a gate/door with a code
Ryan, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The room was a bit grubby (especially the fridge which had not been cleaned), and definitely needs some upgrades. Some resident locals seem to have taken over the hostel (being loud in the corridor and sort of dominating the communal spaces). There was no backpacker vibe at all.
Danielle, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

There are people who stay there permanently, thus it felt more crowded than expected. Expect it to be way busier in summer months with the perms tourists. Had irresponsible people who didn't clean up their dishes and left it in the sink, food left untouched (for god knows how long) in the microwave toaster.
Wan Theng, 1-night trip
Verified

2/10 Poor

I left the property after 30 mins and look for another one . The room smell. Tower is not provided until requested. It should not promoted to travellers who are not backpackers.
Ah Peng, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Das Zimmer ist in Ordnung und das Personal ist freundlich. Für eine Nacht ist es geeignet, aber ich würde es nicht für einen längeren Aufenthalt empfehlen.
Timo, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

War okay. Stuhl im Zimmer wäre toll gewesen.
Benjamin Alexander, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Die Unterkunft ist wirklich Basic.Die Kühlschränke vollgestopft,verschimmelt.Bad ok und sauber.Ich wurde von einer Kakerlake begrüßt,welche umgehend beseitigt wurde. Das Café nebenan ist toll!
Romy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed the social area and layout.
Matthew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Handy location, friendly staff.
Bede, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great family friendly backpackers. Really enjoyed our stay.
Melanie, 2-night trip