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Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel within easy reach of Picton Ferry Terminal

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Queen Ensuite | Balcony
Apartment | View from room
Terrace/patio
Queen Ensuite | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Apartment | Shared kitchen | Shared fridge
Escape to Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers, where the picturesque Picton Ferry Terminal meets relaxing retreats. Unwind in the spa tub or take a leisurely stroll through the garden. With free WiFi and bicycle rentals available, explore your surroundings while enjoying an arcade/game room and library on site.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fitness center
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Hot tub
  • Spa services
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Arcade/game room
$40 nightly
The total price is $47
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Apartment | View from room

Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
  • 517 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Queen Ensuite | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Queen Share Bathrooms | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Share Bathrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin Room | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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6 Bed Dorm | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

6 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Basic Room | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Cable channels
Wardrobe or closet
Daily housekeeping
  • 91 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Family Single Room | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
4 bathrooms
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

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16 GRAVESEND PLACE, Picton, 7220

What's nearby

  • Picton Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Picton Harbour - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Picton Foreshore - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Picton Ferry Terminal - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Edwin Fox - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Picton (PCN) - 8 min drive
  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪SCOOZI! - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Seabreeze Cafe & Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Toastie Lords - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Cortado - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Le Cafe - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers

Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Picton Ferry Terminal. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and self-serve breakfast daily between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM. Other highlights include a hot tub, free bike rentals, and a terrace. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 14 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 15
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges NZD 2.9 for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • All guests are required to present a valid government-issued ID card at check-in.
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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 15
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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 onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • Barbecue grills
  • Shared refrigerator

What to do

  • Pool table

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Free bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness center
  • Arcade/game room
  • Spa services
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of NZD 2.9

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
Long-term renters welcome.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
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

Tombstone Backpackers Hostel Picton
Tombstone Backpackers Hostel
Tombstone Backpackers Picton
Tombstone Backpackers
Tombstone Backpackers
Tombstone Motel Lodge Backpackers
Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers Picton

Frequently asked questions

Does Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers 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 Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers?

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

Is parking offered on site at Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers?

You can check in starting at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Relax in the hot tub or enjoy the use of other amenities, which include a fitness center and spa services. Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers also has an arcade and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

What's the area around Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers like?

Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers is a short 11-minute walk from Picton Ferry Terminal and 11 minutes' walk from Picton Harbour.

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Reviews

Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Freshly baked scones were a delicious and nice touch at breakfast. (10 reviews)
  • The spa was a wonderful and relaxing experience for guests. (6 reviews)
  • The hot tub was a lovely touch, providing a relaxing experience after a day of walking. (3 reviews)
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Popular mentions

Breakfast
Scones
Ferry
Towns
Service staff
Spa
Room
Bed
Value
Food

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great place has everything you need!
Lori, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fun place, room was clean and quiet. Recommend staying a couple of days to enjoy the atmosphere and amenities

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent to have scones for breakfast! Would recommend to anyone staying here
Howard Woledge and Rachel, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff were very friendly
Natalie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A very unique place. The name is fitting, good details in furniture and equipment reflecting it. Great kitchen. Unfortunately one night is to less to use things like the hottub. Thumbs up for this stay
Jerome, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay especially considering this is a backpackers place. Warm scones for breakfast were amazing.
Yi Hsien, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Motel was small and comfortable

10/10 Exceptional

The host at reception was friendly and helpful. The room and facilities were clean, private and comfortable. The location of the lodge was very convenient for exploring Picton. I was able to park my rental car in a safe place
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent!

Great place to stay in Picton! Highly recommend it :))
Mitsukuni, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hot tub with a view modern clean bathrooms clean kitchen multiple lounge rooms free bikes great hosts it’s awesome!
Jason, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice staff. and clean property .
noel, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It is quite and convenient to go around the town.
Kumaresan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Scones were a lovely and welcome surprise! We stayed in the Queen ensuite and will definitely be back.
Karen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great service Gary is an amazing host. Great theme place happy and cheerful
chris, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome hotel.

Fantastic motel with fantastic hosts. Another open plan, help yourself to anything place. No food or drink allowed in rooms but there is a huge kitchen and dining area and outside and multiple lounges, games rooms, studies, music rooms and hot tub. Guitars and a piano, table tennis, pool table and dartboard to play with as well.
Gareth, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very close to the Ferry station
Suganthi, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We liked the vieuw. Very friendly and helpful staff, Nikki and Gary
Marijke, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nothing better than riding all day then arriving at your destination with great friendly services
Duncan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It met our expectations. Nothing deluxe, but we knew this ahead of time. The staff was fabulous and everything was fine.
Jon, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved it!

Loved our family stay here and would definitely stay here again if in Picton! Music room with instruments available. Cats to pet. Hot tub. Room was clean, comfortable, and very quiet- other than the awful snoring of one of our family members! Loved that scones/toast and jam were offered for breakfast.
Theresa, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

If you re looking for a motel stay, don t go here. It states that is it is motel, in reality it is one small room where you cannot even make a cup of tea/coffee. No food allowed in the room and many signs keep telling you this and other rules. Hovering dominant host, feeling of being checked wherever we went. Staircase, no lift, parking very limited.

2/10 Poor

I never stated here...but they've taken money from my c/card. Im not fkn happy about it and can't seem to get hold of them...very bad.
Jacquie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Close to ferry terminal. Easy to find. Very friendly and helpful Proprietor. I left early for the ferry so I didnt get to have scones for breakfast. Nextvyime, Ill book aclater ferry.
Jan, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

We arrived on the Ferry and could not get transportation to the hotel. No Ubers in Picton and we couldn't get a taxi to pick us up either. A nice man who worked at the Ferry dock ended up giving us a ride to the hotel. The next morning, the owner graciously gave us a ride to the Airport to pick up our rental car.
Leslie Whitney, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

This is a really quirky property. Starts at the front door. Super convienient for catching the ferries. Basically 150 metres away, but you hear no port noise. Loved the stay and booked it for when we are leaving the South Island as well. Very freindly and helpful staff. Free breKfasts are a good bonus.
Gregg, 1-night trip