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The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Motueka hostel

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Front of property
Hair dryer, towels
6-Bed Shared Dorm
Property grounds
BBQ/picnic area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
55, Whakarewa Street, Motueka, 7120
  • Motueka District Museum
    13 min walk
  • SimPit Technologies
    2 min drive
  • Skydive Abel Tasman
    2 min drive
  • Motueka (MZP)
    18 min walk

Room options

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Queen & Single Room With Bathroom

Queen & Single Room With Bathroom

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room, Private Bathroom

Double Room, Private Bathroom

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

7-Bed Shared Dorm

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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6-Bed Shared Dorm

6-Bed Shared Dorm

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Basic Cabin

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

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4-Bed Shared Dorm

4-Bed Shared Dorm

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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BBQ/picnic area

Happy Apple Backpackers

Parking included
Free WiFi
Business services
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4.0 out of 5, Very good, (50)
The price is CA $76
per night
CA $88 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan
Happy Apple Backpackers

About the area

Motueka

Close to the beach.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Motueka hostel, you'll find Motueka District Museum and SimPit Technologies. Skydive Abel Tasman is within 2 miles (3 km) and Tasman Golf Club is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Motueka District Museum - 13 min walk
  • Skydive Abel Tasman - 2 min drive
  • Kaiteriteri Beach - 19 min drive
  • Little Kaiteriteri Beach - 20 min drive
  • Marahau Beach - 28 min drive

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Village Cafe Motueka - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chokdee - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Smoking Barrel - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Toad Hall - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Motueka hostel
As a guest of The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel, you'll find a library, a terrace, and barbecue grills. WiFi is free in public spaces. The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a picnic area. Self parking is free.
  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel offers 13 accommodations with portable fans. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (8 AM - noon) and Monday - Sunday (2:30 PM - 8:30 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests should be aware that 2 cats and 2 dogs reside at this property
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

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 credit cards
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 and Mastercard.

Property is also known as

White Elephant Backpackers Hostel Motueka
White Elephant Backpackers Hostel
White Elephant Backpackers Lodge Motueka
White Elephant Backpackers
White Elephant Backpacker Motueka, New Zealand - Nelson-Tasman
White Elephant Backpackers Lodge
The White Elephant Accommodation
White Elephant Backpackers Lodge
The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel Motueka

The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 94 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 94 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 94 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 94 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 94 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

TONY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
quiet and close to the town
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ngakau

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Host was amazing, highly reccomend
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Janet

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
This is a true hostel. The room we stayed in was small, no microwave or tv. There were some ants but nothing that wasn't remedied by taking the garbage out of the room. It was fine for the 2 nights we stayed but wouldn't have wanted to stay longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked and arrived late, a lovely young woman welcomed me and showed me to my cute little self-contained unit in the back garden. Very grateful for the room at that time. It was well stocked with all i the appliances etc I needed. Quiet. Shower floor could have done with a clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory, London

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was great and staff was very welcoming when we checked in early. It was a communal spirit on site.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a last minute change to our accomodation. And was lucky enough to find a room in White Elephant Accomodation. The owner was amaxing and she even upgraded my friend and i to a bigger room. We travelled through the house/ hostel to find our accomodation in the back. Which was a granny flat style room. The house was fun really well. Staff were amazing. Rooms were extremely clean and even provided a towel, kettle with tea and coffee. The drive from Nelson was an added bonus as the sun was setting after a late summer dinner. Thanks for the great stay. Will deffinately return.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Surprisingly nice
We stayed in the ensuite hut. It was very clean and spacious, you could use the combined kitchen and BBQ area if you liked but our room had it's own mini fridge, and plates and cutlery. It's all set in a lovely garden. A quiet place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Simply lovely, we even made friends with one of the cats.wouls stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
I cannot begin to say enough wonderful things about the charm of this hostel. The grounds were beautiful and the owner and other guests were so friendly. It was recently purchased and the new owner is continuing updates.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elijah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Christina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Loved the grounds, no issues as such a short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

nigel

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely character nice and quiet very nice and helpful owner
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
When we stayed it had a hotel, hostel, and backpackers with tents on the property. The gardens was amazing. The attendant was friendly and attentive
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very pleasant host. Pleasant accommodation with a comfortable bed. Good parking facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Simon

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Anna

10/10 Excellent

Karensa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was amazingly quiet property. Cute little cabins. Would highly recommend. Will be back
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property far exceeded our expectations. We expected a room with a bathroom and nothing else..... for the price we paid we were happy with that. The beds were comfy. The owner was friendly and chatty. The rooms were well stocked with jug, toaster fridge. There was a fan for the hot nights. It was close to town. The gardens made it seem like we were on a tropical island get away. It isnt a fancy hotel but we were pleasantly surprised with this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Freiendly staff, cool place
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Peaceful
Better than expected. Very friendly owner and atmosphere.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cosy self contained cottage. Had everything i needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The ensuite bedroom's were set in the grounds of a grand old house complete with mature trees
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An overnight stay. Had a unit
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exceptional for the price
Motel like accomodation out the back, privately set amongst beautiful scenic flora and trees. The house is the backpacker part, the motel like self contained units were separate behind the house. Love it and would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020