If you're planning a trip to Motueka, New Zealand, and looking for budget-friendly accommodations, there are several options tailored specifically for backpackers. Two popular choices include Happy Apple Backpackers and The White Elephant Backpackers. At Happy Apple Backpackers, located just 25 minutes from Abel Tasman National Park, you'll find sunny Single, Double, and Twin rooms overlooking their large garden. There are also Dorm Rooms available for 2, 4, and 6 guests. Happy Apple Backpackers offers camping sites for tents and welcomes camper vans and motorhomes. Amenities include free WiFi, luggage storage, car parking, a fully equipped kitchen, shared bathroom facilities, self-service laundry, and outdoor spaces for relaxation and recreation.
The White Elephant Backpackers provides homely accommodations ranging from family rooms to dormitory beds. Their elegant homestead built in 1910 offers private units with bathrooms and verandas nestled in mature gardens. They cater to various needs, including family rooms, double or twin rooms, dormitory beds, and private unit accommodations. Both hostels offer convenient bases to explore Motueka and its surroundings, including Abel Tasman National Park. Prices start from approximately $12 per night for a dorm bed.