6/10 Okay
Paul
Traveled with family
Sep 5, 2025
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Paul
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Garden Court Motel & Backpakers
1.0 star property
Golf hostel in Tauranga South
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Reviews
6.06.0 out of 10
Popular amenities
- Laundry
- Kitchen
- Pool
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
Explore the area
44 Sixteenth Ave, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, 3112
- Tauranga DomainPlace, Tauranga Domain4 min drive
- Fernland SpaPlace, Fernland Spa4 min drive
- Mount MaunganuiPlace, Mount Maunganui18 min drive
- Tauranga (TRG)Airport, Tauranga (TRG)9 min drive
Room options
Standard Shared Dormitory, Garden View
- 538 sq ft
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bed
Standard Studio, Garden View
- 377 sq ft
- Sleeps 4
- 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
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Classic Shared Dormitory, Garden View
- 538 sq ft
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bunk Bed
About the neighborhood
Tauranga
Tauranga South stay.Your stay at this Tauranga South hostel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Tenpin Tauranga and Memorial Park. Brain Watkins House and Huria Marae are also within 3 miles (5 km).
What's nearby
- Tauranga Domain - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
- Fernland Spa - 4 min drive - 2.7 miles
- Blake Park - 10 min drive - 5.6 miles
- Mercury Baypark - 11 min drive - 7.6 miles
- Mount Maunganui - 18 min drive - 7.6 miles
Getting around
- Tauranga (TRG) - 16 min drive
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 3 min drive
- Pita Pit - 18 min walk
- Subway - 18 min walk
- 88 Chinese Restaurant - 11 min walk
- Lloyds Deli & Pizzeria - 3 min drive
About this property
Garden Court Motel & Backpakers
Golf hostel in Tauranga South
As a guest of Garden Court Motel & Backpakers , you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, coffee/tea in a 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. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Kitchenettes offer refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include showers.
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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
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.
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 January 01 and close February 28.
- Pool access available from noon to 3:00 PM.
National rating
For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.
Property is also known as
Court & Backpakers Tauranga
Garden Court Motel & Backpakers Tauranga
Garden Court Motel & Backpakers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Frequently asked questions
How close is Garden Court Motel & Backpakers to the airport?
Garden Court Motel & Backpakers is 6.2 mi (16-min drive) away from the Tauranga (TRG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Garden Court Motel & Backpakers have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at Garden Court Motel & Backpakers .
How close is Garden Court Motel & Backpakers to the beach?
This hostel is 6.9 mi (17-min drive) from Omanu Beach and 7.4 mi (16-min drive) from Omanu Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Garden Court Motel & Backpakers offer free breakfast?
Garden Court Motel & Backpakers does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Garden Court Motel & Backpakers ?
No, there is no casino at this hostel.
What time is check-in at Garden Court Motel & Backpakers ?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Garden Court Motel & Backpakers ?
This hostel offers free self parking.
Does Garden Court Motel & Backpakers have a pool?
Garden Court Motel & Backpakers features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from noon to 3:00 PM.
Does Garden Court Motel & Backpakers have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this hostel.
How close is Garden Court Motel & Backpakers to downtown Tauranga?
Garden Court Motel & Backpakers is 1.6 mi away from Tauranga.
Garden Court Motel & Backpakers Reviews
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Cleanliness
4.0/10
Staff & service
4.0/10
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