Is parking offered on site at Chateau Backpacker & Motels?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Chateau Backpacker & Motels?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Chateau Backpacker & Motels and nearby?

Have fun with nearby winter activities like cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. Relax in the hot tub or enjoy the use of other amenities, which include a fitness center and a picnic area. Chateau Backpacker & Motels also has a garden.

What's the area around Chateau Backpacker & Motels like?

Chateau Backpacker & Motels is a short 3-minute walk from Westcoast Wildlife Centre and 7 minutes' walk from Glacier Hot Pools.

Chateau Backpacker & Motels, Franz Josef Glacier: Hotel Reviews, Rooms & Prices

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 5, 2025

Accommodating Staff; Good Value for Money

Dominic, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mar 2, 2025

Really Nice reception, clean room, easy parking

Charlotte, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Dec 1, 2022

Cool place to stay for a short visit. Everything is at a walkable distance.

6/10 Good

Feb 17, 2025

Well priced basic room in good location.

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, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mar 15, 2023

Great spot to stay in Franz Josef.

We booked an ensuite room for 2 nights and it was perhaps the most comfortable bed I've ever slept on. Chris, the manager, was friendly and helpful, making soup every night which was free for the guests, as was the breakfast of waffles, pancakes, yoghurt, toast and cereals. Great place to stay and great value.

Sarah, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Dec 23, 2023

Had everything we needed

Gordon, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 21, 2022

Great price

fraser, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Feb 15, 2025

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, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nov 28, 2022

Good little base for exploring Franz Josef with free soup and breakfast. The studio was quite spacious but a little dated. The bed was comfortable, however.

Amy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Feb 9, 2024

Adequate budget accommodation

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, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mar 21, 2023

everything was great! nice and comfortable room. from the room you can see the mountain. kitchen have all you need for cooking. breakfast was nice and simple - crepe, tost with butter and jam, and cornflaks. The place close to resturants. the guy that work in the reception was super nice and helpful. thanks

shani, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Feb 6, 2023

It was a nice hostel with friendly staff. Some younger people stayed up past the quiet time, drank and partied. The electric socket made some noise next to my bed. Other than that no complaints. Cheap with free breakfast and soup for dinner.

Matt, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Apr 1, 2023

It was we expected from previous reviews. The motel room was smaller than expected. There were no places to hang clothes

Malcolm, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Dec 11, 2023

I liked that there was free hot soup in the evenings and a free breakfast. We arrived an hour early but weren't allowed to check-in. Also the rooms were not clean, there were bed bugs, the hot water tap wasn't functional and there were spiders in the room. I probably would look for a cleaner accomodation next time.

Mrinali, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nov 26, 2023

Really good size private room with comfortable bed which also had a mini fridge and little sofa. Decent bathroom. Staff were friendly and helpful. Free parking on site. Two good size kitchens and plenty of communal space but no atmosphere really so not great for solo travellers. Would not recommend using the hot tub - was filthy. Disappointed with laundry facilities - washing machine didn’t drain properly leaving my clothes soaking, dryer did not dry fully, and one of my T-shirts was stolen from the clothesline.

Callum, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Mar 10, 2025

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, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Feb 25, 2025

Annemarie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 11, 2023

3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jul 30, 2023

LONG, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Feb 20, 2023

LVMH FB, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jan 27, 2023

Brilliant place to stay, right under the mountain. Free soup and amazing free breakfast every morning. Lovely atmosphere all handled by the superstar owner/manager/bed maker, Chris. We loved it.

Cherith, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jan 21, 2023

Rob, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nov 26, 2022

Schöne Atmosphäre und sehr hilfsbereiter und netter Besitzer.

Marion, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jan 13, 2022

Four night stay

stayed for four nights, the accomodation is conveniently accessible to the centre of Franz Josef. The bed was comfortable and appropriately sized. Breakfast, albeit simple, was provided. Highly recommend for any one thinking of travelling on a budget.

4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Dec 24, 2021

Loved the Hospitality &Staff very informative &helpfull..Awsome Stay looking forward &happily recommend this Motel/Hotel/Backpackers...

Magdalena, 4-night trip

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