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Garden Court Motel & Backpakers

1.0 star property
Hostel in Tauranga with free parking

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Exterior
Room
Front of property
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen
The current price is AU$198
includes taxes & fees
30 Jan - 31 Jan

Explore the area

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44 Sixteenth Ave, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, 3112
  • Place, Tenpin Tauranga
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Memorial Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Huria Marae
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tauranga (TRG)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Shared Dormitory, Garden View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Garden view
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Classic Shared Dormitory, Garden View

Classic Shared Dormitory, Garden View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Garden view
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Standard Studio, Garden View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

About the area

Tauranga

Garden Court Motel & Backpakers puts you in the heart of Tauranga, within a 20-minute stroll of Tenpin Tauranga and Memorial Park. Highlights at this hostel include free self-parking and in-room kitchenettes. .This hostel offers free WiFi in public areas. Additionally, you'll find a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .In the area of this Tauranga South hostel, you'll find Mount Maunganui.
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What's nearby

  • Tenpin Tauranga - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Memorial Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Tauranga Domain - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Huria Marae - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Mount Maunganui - 17 min drive - 12.9 km

Getting around

  • Tauranga (TRG) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Elizabeth Cafe & Larder - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tauranga Citizens' Club - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪88 Chinese Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪D.Ks Seafood - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Garden Court Motel & Backpakers

Hostel in Tauranga with free parking
As a guest of Garden Court Motel & Backpakers , you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, coffee/tea in common area, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Tauranga hostel.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Garden Court Motel & Backpakers offers 11 accommodations. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Kitchenettes offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a shower.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free 24-hour offsite parking within 50 metres
  • Street parking available
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Heating
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

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 cash
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 cash.

Property Registration Number 1341662

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 01 January and close on 28 February.
  • Pool access available from noon to 3:00 PM

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Court & Backpakers Tauranga
Garden Court Motel & Backpakers Tauranga
Garden Court Motel & Backpakers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Garden Court Motel & Backpakers ?

Yep, Garden Court Motel & Backpakers has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Garden Court Motel & Backpakers ?

As of 29 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Garden Court Motel & Backpakers on 30 Jan 2026 start from AU$198.08, 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 Garden Court Motel & Backpakers ?

The closest beach to Garden Court Motel & Backpakers is Pilot Bay Beach (8.5 km).

Does Garden Court Motel & Backpakers have a pool?

Garden Court Motel & Backpakers has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open noon to 3:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from January 01 to February 28).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Garden Court Motel & Backpakers ?

No, Garden Court Motel & Backpakers does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Garden Court Motel & Backpakers ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Garden Court Motel & Backpakers ?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Garden Court Motel & Backpakers ?

There is a golf course next to Garden Court Motel & Backpakers .

Garden Court Motel & Backpakers Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 4 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

5.4/10

Staff & service

4.0/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Dante

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Friendly staff. The rooms need an upgrade.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Easy fast check in. Heat pump unit made things comfortable. Not common in lower priced accommodation. Easy check out. Good value. Happy to return.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Raphael

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Das Zimmer war in einem äusserst desolaten Zustand. Im Zimmer befand sich ein defektes Doppelstockbett. Die Matratze war voller flecken und es roch penetrant. In der Küche liefen Käfer über die Kücheneinheit und der Kühlschrank war verdeckt.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025