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The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in Motueka

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Escape to The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel, where a tranquil garden and cozy library await. Connect with in-room WiFi, unwind on the terrace, or enjoy barbecue grills. Previous guests rave about their stay.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Near the beach
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Free self parking
The current price is CNY416
CNY478 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026

Room options

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Queen & Single Room With Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen & Single Room With Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room, Private Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Private Bathroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Electric kettle
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Portable fan
Coffee/tea maker
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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4-Bed Shared Dorm | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

4-Bed Shared Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Portable fan
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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6-Bed Shared Dorm | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

6-Bed Shared Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

7-Bed Shared Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Portable fan
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Basic Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
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About the neighborhood

Map
55, Whakarewa Street, Motueka, 7120

What's nearby

  • Motueka District Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • SimPit Technologies - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Skydive Abel Tasman - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Kaiteriteri Beach - 14 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Abel Tasman National Park - 30 min drive - 30.0 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sprig + Fern Motueka - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Toad Hall - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Smoking Barrel - ‬15 min walk

About this property

The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel is a great choice for a stay in Motueka. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Other features include a terrace and a garden.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 13 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; 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
    • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
    • 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 any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 40
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • 3 stairs to reach property

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Limited housekeeping

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

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

Frequently asked questions

Does The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel and nearby?

The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel has a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel like?

The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel is located a short 13-minute walk from Motueka District Museum.

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