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 accommodation 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 particularly 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 single beds
2 single beds
1 double bed
and
1 bunk bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they 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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Property surroundings

Facilities of Happy Apple Backpackers

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Fitness centre
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Movie nights
  • Badminton equipment
  • Darts
  • Table tennis
  • Billiards
  • Children's playground
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Lockers
    • Luggage storage
    • Tour desk
    Entertainment and family services
    • Kids' outdoor play equipment
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    General
    • Minimarket on site
    • Designated smoking area
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Wellness
    • Fitness centre
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

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

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 19:00

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

    Check-out

    Until 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

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

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

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Cot upon request
    Free

    The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cots 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
    Need-to-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 identification 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 in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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

    FAQs about Happy Apple Backpackers

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

    • Check-in at Happy Apple Backpackers is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • The prices at Happy Apple Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

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

      • Fitness centre
      • Children's playground
      • Billiards
      • Table tennis
      • Darts
      • Movie nights
      • Badminton equipment