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55 Whakarewa Street, Motueka, 7120 (show map)
Hostel Overview
Formerly White Elephant Backpackers
Before August 2020 White Elephant Accomodation was known as White Elephant Backpackers

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Facilities of White Elephant Accomodation
General
Free parking, On-site parking, Parking, Private parking, WiFi everywhere
Activities
Hiking
Services
Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi
Food & Drink
BBQ facilities
Front-desk/reception area services
Luggage storage, Safety deposit box
Common areas
Garden, Shared kitchen, Shared lounge/TV area, Sun terrace, Terrace
Cleaning services
Ironing service, Laundry
Business facilities
Fax/photocopying
Miscellaneous
Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Heating, Non-smoking rooms, Non-smoking throughout
Room facilities [ These may vary room to room ]
Barbecue, Bathroom, Carpeted, Clothes rack, Electric kettle, Fan, Garden view, Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Shared Bathroom, Shower, Terrace, Toaster, Toilet, Towels, Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
Hotel Policies
Check-In
From 14:30:00 hours
Check-Out
Untill 10:00:00 hours
Cancellation / Prepayment
Cancellation, prepayment and 'book now pay later' policies vary according to room type. Please check the room conditions when selecting your room above.
Accepted credit cards
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
Traveller reviews

“Best stay in Motueka for sure!!”
19 Jul 2025
I don't usually bother to review places but if you are ever looking for a place to stay in Motueka you can go past the White Elephant. We stayed in a private room with en-suite which is more like a cabin really. Excellent value for money and has all the facilities you need for a night before/after the Abel Tasman, which is what we used it for. Gert was so helpful and always has time for a chat with a smile on his face!

“Very convenient and friendly backpackers”
04 Jul 2025
The woman on the reception desk gave me a four-person dorm room to myself (because it was possible), which I greatly appreciated.

“Was glad to get in as accommodation was busy in Motueka due to an event that was on.”
26 Jun 2025
Location was good and great to have our own bathroom

“Superb”
22 Jun 2025
The house exterior is beautifully decorated and overall it's a great place. The room, toilet, and kitchen are all clean and well-maintained.