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Happy Apple Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel in Motueka

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Terrace/patio
Single Room
Table football, ping pong, books
Fridge, microwave
Table football, ping pong, books

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is AU$108
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec

Explore the area

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500 High St, Motueka, Nelson, 7120
  • Place, SimPit Technologies
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaiteriteri Beach
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Abel Tasman National Park
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nelson (NSN)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room

Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
2 bathrooms
Minibar
Daily housekeeping
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Quadruple Room

Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Shared Dormitory

Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room

Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
2 bathrooms
Minibar
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Double Room

Family Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
2 bathrooms
Minibar
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
2 bathrooms
Minibar
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
2 bathrooms
Minibar
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the area

Motueka

At Happy Apple Backpackers you'll be within a 15-minute walk of SimPit Technologies and 2.3 km (1.4 mi) from Skydive Abel Tasman. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. .In proximity to this Motueka hostel you'll find Abel Tasman National Park.
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What's nearby

  • SimPit Technologies - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Kaiteriteri Beach - 16 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Little Kaiteriteri Beach - 16 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Abel Tasman National Park - 32 min drive - 31.8 km
  • Tahunanui Beach Reserve - 36 min drive - 51.8 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sprig + Fern Motueka - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Toad Hall - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Smoking Barrel - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Happy Apple Backpackers

Hostel in Motueka
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. Happy Apple Backpackers also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a picnic area.

This Motueka hostel is smoke free.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
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. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • 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

More

  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 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 - 8:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival 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 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. Long-term renters welcome.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Happy Apple Backpackers?

Happy Apple Backpackers offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 10 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Happy Apple Backpackers on 11 Dec 2025 start from AU$108.25, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Happy Apple Backpackers?

The closest beach to Happy Apple Backpackers is Little Kaiteriteri Beach (10 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Happy Apple Backpackers?

No, Happy Apple Backpackers does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Happy Apple Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Happy Apple Backpackers?

No, pets are not allowed.