YHA Motueka

Hostel

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Incl. youth? (17yrs or under)

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Description

Whether you’re visiting to experience the golden beaches of the Abel Tasman National Park or planning to spend time in the vibrant, cosmopolitan township of Motueka, YHA Motueka the Laughing Kiwi offers a welcome place to relax and kick off your shoes. This comfortable backpacker hostel has a choice of accommodation options, free WiFi and an enticing spa pool.

With three separate houses and a maximum of only forty guests on site, even in peak season, there is plenty of space for everybody, especially when it comes to cooking a meal and relaxing after the day’s activities. Each house has its own homely lounge, well equipped kitchen and unlimited hot showers. All bedrooms have heaters and all beds have hotel quality sheets and warm comfortable duvets.

YHA Motueka the Laughing Kiwi, located on the western shore of the Tasman Bay is on New Zealand’s South Island and is a short drive to the Abel Tasman and Kahurangi National Park. The hostel is also only a two minute walk to the supermarket, shops and cafes.

A large carpark is provided for off street parking at the rear of the property.

Our friendly and knowledgeable staff can help you book walking and kayaking trips into the Abel Tasman. Most companies provide a free pick up service from outside our reception.

Stop by this welcoming hostel and discover the long summer days and mild winters that attract so many people to this corner of New Zealand.

Proud Winners of the TripAdvisor Excellence Award 2014 and 2015

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"The lounge, kitchen and bbq area is excellent to chat with other travellers and was always clean and tidy. The rooms themselves are of good standard and the shared bathroom was spotless with good water pressure. Amazing Hostel in great location." - Trip Advisor October 2012

Location

YHA Motueka the Laughing Kiwi backpacker hostel in Motueka is only a 50 minute drive from Nelson, 3 hours from Picton or just over 3 hours from Westport.
Centrally located between Nelson and Golden Bay, an ideal accommodation base to explore the Abel Tasman National Park and experience all that this area has to offer.

By Car

A 50 minute drive from Nelson. Follow SH60 to Motueka. Continue along SH60/High Street. The hostel is located on the left hand side at 310 High Street, just past the Avalon Manor Motel and 200m before McDonalds/KFC.

From Hanmer Springs/Westcoast
On arriving in Motueka, continue along College Street & King Edward Street. At the junction by the Clock Tower, turn left onto High Street.

By Bus/Shuttle

Buses from Picton, Nelson, Golden Bay. The main bus stop is just a short walk away in Wallace Street, by the informaton centre. Sometimes, by prior arrangement, the driver is able to stop outside the hostel door.

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24 Hour Guest Access
BBQ
Bedding Provided
Bicycle Storage
Bicycles Available
Book Exchange
Communal Dining Area
Communal Lounge
EFTPOS, Visa & Mastercard
Food Storage
Free Onsite Parking
Fully Equipped Kitchen
Games Available
Garden or Outdoor Area
Guitar
Hair Dryers
Hostelling International Bookings
Hot Tub
Kayaks Available
Late Check-In On Request
Laundry Facilities
Luggage Storage
Recycling Stations
Secure Bedrooms
Towel Hire
Travel & Activity Bookings
TV Room
Wheelchair Accessible

Whether you have just a few hours or a few days, there are many walking and hiking options to choose from.
Kayak the cystal clear waters and explore the spectacular coastline with the chance of seeing fur seals, dolphins or the shy little blue penguin.
Water taxis based at Marahau and Kaiteriteri provide scheduled year-round services allowing you to combine a scenic cuise and walk option.
Enjoy a full day sailing, or combine with a kayaking or walking option.
Enjoy a horseback ride along Marahau’s golden sandy beaches or through native bush and farm land.
If you are an active person and are ready to have fun to be challenged, try canyoning! October to end of April.
See the Abel Tasman from a different angle and enjoy some air activities.
Skydiving, hang gliding, scenic microlight flights, or even piloting a stunt plane. All these adreneline filled activities are available for you to enjoy in sunny Motueka.

Events

5 Broken Cameras Film Screening (Aug 5th - Aug 5th) Te Tau Ihu Palestine Solidarity welcomes you to this screening of 5 Broken Cameras. The critically-acclaimed 5 Broken Cameras is a deeply personal, first-hand account of life and non-violent resistance in Bil’in, a ... The Gecko Cinema
Dru Yoga Classes (Jul 18th - Sep 19th) Strengthen your body! Relax your mind! Open your heart! Perfect for all ages, states of health, & levels of fitness. Soft & flowing yet powerful movements and sequences, proven to ease physical discomfort & relieve ... Riverside Community Cafe & Cultural Centre
Spring Fair (Sep 10th - Sep 10th) Celebrate Spring with a unique school community. A memorable day for the whole family! Wander through Fairy Land and conquer the Medieval Challenge. Enjoy live performances, savour delicious homemade foods and create ... Motueka School Farm
Abel Tasman Coastal Classic Trail Run (Oct 14th - Oct 14th) If there's one event to put on the list for the run of a lifetime, it's the Abel Tasman Coastal Classic. Come stride into paradise. 35km Trail Run from Awaroa to Marahau along the renowned Abel Tasman National Park. Abel Tasman Coast Track
Yoga & Mindfulness Weekend Retreat (Nov 17th - Nov 19th) Escape to the wonderful Kimi Ora Eco Resort in Kaiteriteri for an amazing time out weekend! Would you like to de-stress or would you just like to have some time-out? Then this is the perfect weekend retreat for you. ... Kimi Ora Health Resort
Kaiteriteri Gold Half Marathon and 10km (Mar 10th - Mar 10th) Starting on the renowned Kaiteriteri beachfront, follow the undulating and picturesque coastline before climbing the Sandy Bay Hill. Following the steady descent to Sandy Bay, there's more undulating coastline as you ... Kaiteriteri Beach