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Happy Apple Backpackers

2.0 star property
Family-friendly hostel in Motueka with free parking
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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BBQ/picnic area
Front of property
Game room
Fridge, microwave
Outdoor dining

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Business services
    Business services
The price is AU$85
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
2 bathrooms
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Comfort Twin Room

Comfort Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Standard Shared Dormitory

Standard Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Quadruple Room

Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Single Room

Deluxe Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
2 bathrooms
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Shared Dormitory

Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
2 bathrooms
Cable channels
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

Map
500 High St, Motueka, Nelson, 7120

What's nearby

  • SimPit Technologies - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Skydive Abel Tasman - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Motueka District Museum - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Kaiteriteri Beach - 18 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Little Kaiteriteri Beach - 22 min drive - 15.0 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Village Cafe Motueka - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chokdee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Smoking Barrel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Toad Hall - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Happy Apple Backpackers

Family-friendly hostel
Consider a stay at Happy Apple Backpackers and take advantage of a terrace, a garden and a playground. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities and an outdoor entertainment area.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, tour/ticket information and books
  • Ping pong, smoke-free property and a table football
Room features
All guest rooms at Happy Apple Backpackers have amenities, such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • 2 bathrooms with showers

Languages

English, Indonesian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Electric bike charging
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 shared bathrooms
  • Shower

More

  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email 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 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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.

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Long-term renters welcome
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is 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

Is Happy Apple Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Happy Apple Backpackers?

As of 24 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Happy Apple Backpackers on 17 Dec 2024 start from AU$85.24, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Happy Apple Backpackers?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Happy Apple Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Happy Apple Backpackers?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Happy Apple Backpackers located?

This family-friendly Motueka hostel is within 2 mi (3 km) of SimPit Technologies, Motueka District Museum and Skydive Abel Tasman. Abel Tasman Paddleboarding and Little Kaiteriteri Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Happy Apple Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 47 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Wan Theng

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARIA ROSA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing atmosphere.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Lou

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean bedding & towels. Nice pillow!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly nice atmosphere
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the social area and layout.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

2/10 Terrible

Ah Peng, Singapore

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bede

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Handy location, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great family friendly backpackers. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great games entertainment area. Kitchen felt dirty. Rooms & kitchen need a refurb.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the kitchen and lodge, bathroom, the room is comfortable too, it surprised me in a good way for my first backpacking lodging.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A nice place to stay
The room was good as it was away from the main building. The provision of a computer was very handy. The 2.2 kilometres walk to the main part of town was a negative as I had no car.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly. Good vaule. Bed was uncomfortable and was a really hot night...fan would have been awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

TeAranga, NZ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
only place where youd wanna sleep outside great place great location great friends
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Security and cleanliness top class
Lovley clean room. Bathrooms of high standard. No noise and good kitchen facilites
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Surya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hostel, mattress could be better
+ very nice common areas + good kitchen + helpful staff + good wifi - crappy mattress
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Good hostel set up - inc communal space/facilities
Nice hostel with good spaces for eating, relaxing and passing time. Well equipped kitchen and living areas. Grass area, bbqs, parking, info, etc. Hot showers, clean facilities, friendly and diligent staff. Rooms are basic and not well ventilated (mine was a bit hot and damp smelling).
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

hamlin, new zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy to fnd
Awesome hospitality and great atmosphere tidy and easy to access facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Denzil, Christchurch

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely beautiful
An absolutely beautiful relaxing place to stay. Really clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Ana Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Ok but no wifi
Clean, big room with a bathroom locked with a key, the owner will tell you "this is your own" but it's not, you'll share it with the room next to yours. The wifi connection is VERY bad. The kitchen is big and clean. Regarding the reception, the woman is smiling but you feel like you disturb her everytime. It's ok for 1 or 2 nights, and if you don't need wifi.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Anni, Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Happy at the Happy Apple
Its welcoming and well run. A little far away from the center of town if your on foot but they provide free bicycles to get around so then its only about 10 mins to the supermarket. Laundry facilities were good, room was clean and the hot tub and gardens are awesome. By arrangement tour busses will stop here to pick you up and drop you back off after a day in the park. No excessive noise after 10pm so good if you have an early start the next day.

General hotel information

Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Star Rating
2.0
Address
500 High St, Motueka, Nelson