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Garden Court Motel & Backpakers

1.0 star property
Golf hostel in Tauranga South

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Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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44 Sixteenth Ave, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, 3112
  • Place, Tenpin Tauranga
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Memorial Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Huria Marae
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tauranga (TRG)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Shared Dormitory, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Classic Shared Dormitory, Garden View

Classic Shared Dormitory, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Standard Studio, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 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).
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What's nearby

  • Tenpin Tauranga - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Memorial Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Huria Marae - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Papamoa Beach - 10 min drive - 8.7 miles
  • Mount Maunganui - 17 min drive - 8.0 miles

Getting around

  • Tauranga (TRG) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪88 Chinese Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Tauranga Citizens' Club - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪D.Ks Seafood - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬13 min walk

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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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free 24-hour offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop

More

  • Heating
  • Separate sitting area

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

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

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

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 6.3 mi (16-min drive) away from the Tauranga (TRG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Garden Court Motel & Backpakers ?

As of Mar 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Garden Court Motel & Backpakers on Mar 28, 2026 start from $116, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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 7.4 mi (15-min drive) from Omanu Beach and 7.5 mi (15-min drive) from Papamoa 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

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 4 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

5.4/10

Staff & service

4.0/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Dante

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Friendly staff. The rooms need an upgrade.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Easy fast check in. Heat pump unit made things comfortable. Not common in lower priced accommodation. Easy check out. Good value. Happy to return.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Raphael

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Das Zimmer war in einem äusserst desolaten Zustand. Im Zimmer befand sich ein defektes Doppelstockbett. Die Matratze war voller flecken und es roch penetrant. In der Küche liefen Käfer über die Kücheneinheit und der Kühlschrank war verdeckt.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025