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Happy Apple Backpackers

2.0 star property

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BBQ/picnic Area
Front of property
Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Business services

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500 High St, Motueka, Nelson, 7120
  • SimPit Technologies
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Skydive Abel Tasman
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Kaiteriteri Beach
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Nelson (NSN)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Twin Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Shared Dormitory | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Quadruple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Single Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Family Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About this property

Happy Apple Backpackers

Family-friendly hostel in Motueka with free parking
Along with a microwave in a common area, this smoke-free hostel has a fridge in a common area and laundry facilities. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a computer station, express check-out and tour/ticket assistance. Bathrooms are shared and housekeeping is not available.
Happy Apple Backpackers offers 18 accommodations with portable fans. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Happy Apple Backpackers, you'll be within walking distance of SimPit Technologies. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus laundry facilities.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Amenities include a computer, laundry facilities and a terrace
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 10 minutes on foot from SimPit Technologies and a 3-minute drive from Skydive Abel Tasman
As a guest of Happy Apple Backpackers, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. The family-friendly Happy Apple Backpackers also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

This Motueka hostel is smoke free.

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

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Foosball table
  • Playground
  • Table tennis
  • TV in common areas

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

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 7:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in information and an access code. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • One child aged 5 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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

Happy Apple Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 59 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Christopher, St Heliers

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An ok hostel with a nice ordoor area. The kitchen was quite dirty but the bathrooms were ok
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What I liked is you can't enter the property so easily because there's a gate/door with a code
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, hot showers ,good facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher, St Heliers

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mary

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 16 nights in Nov 2024

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