Title: Hugo & Carter's Backpackers & Motel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hugo & Carter's Backpackers & Motel Hostel in Tauranga with free parking ![Standard Twin Room (2 Single Beds) | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41190000/41182200/41182192/4f1a1d55.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Standard Triple Room (Double with Single Bed) | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41190000/41182200/41182192/7d33e7b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41190000/41182200/41182192/b16c40a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Studio | In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41190000/41182200/41182192/9bf1a720.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41190000/41182200/41182192/10287156.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies A garden, a library and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Hugo & Carter's Backpackers & Motel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Laundry - Housekeeping - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sept 23 - Sept 24](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-23&endDate=2025-09-24&selected=41182192&PinnedHotelID=41182192&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-23&endDate=2025-09-24&selected=41182192&PinnedHotelID=41182192&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sept 24 - Sept 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-24&endDate=2025-09-25&selected=41182192&PinnedHotelID=41182192&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-24&endDate=2025-09-25&selected=41182192&PinnedHotelID=41182192&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sept 26 - Sept 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=41182192&PinnedHotelID=41182192&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=41182192&PinnedHotelID=41182192&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Oct 3 - Oct 5](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=41182192&PinnedHotelID=41182192&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=41182192&PinnedHotelID=41182192&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 7 of 7 rooms ![Standard Quadruple Room (Double with Bunk Bed) | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41190000/41182200/41182192/178b3fbd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Quadruple Room (Double with Bunk Bed) 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Heating Private bathroom Mobile key entry Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed ![8 Bed Dorm Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41190000/41182200/41182192/9f3e0da9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 8 Bed Dorm Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Heating Mobile key entry Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Studio | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41190000/41182200/41182192/4662dfde.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Studio ### Highlights Heating Private bathroom Mobile key entry Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 6 - 1 King Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds ![Standard Twin Room (2 Single Beds) | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41190000/41182200/41182192/1178824a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room (2 Single Beds) ### Highlights Heating Private bathroom Mobile key entry Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Standard Triple Room (Double with Single Bed) | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41190000/41182200/41182192/141a158e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Triple Room (Double with Single Bed) 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Heating Private bathroom Mobile key entry Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed ![4 Bed Dorm Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41190000/41182200/41182192/17faf5a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 4 Bed Dorm Room ### Highlights Heating Mobile key entry Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![4 Bed Dorm Room with Ensuite | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41190000/41182200/41182192/aa98907c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 4 Bed Dorm Room with Ensuite ### Highlights Heating Mobile key entry Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FTauranga-Hotels-Hugo-Carters-Backpackers-Motel.h41182192.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FTauranga-Hotels-Hugo-Carters-Backpackers-Motel.h41182192.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-37.69781%2C176.13737&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=WKTI2cSJGnzduJ8QOQuKzQdeCaU=) 39 Bell St, Tauranga, Bay Of Plenty, 3110 #### What's nearby - Fernland Spa - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles - Tauranga Domain - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles - Blake Park - 11 min drive - 6.2 miles - Mercury Baypark - 13 min drive - 8.2 miles - Mount Maunganui - 20 min drive - 8.2 miles #### Getting around - Tauranga (TRG) - 13 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive - ‪Atrium - ‬4 min drive - ‪Pita Pit - ‬5 min drive - ‪Subway - ‬5 min drive - ‪Mills Reef Winery & Restaurant - ‬6 min drive ## About this property ### Hugo & Carter's Backpackers & Motel Hostel located in Judea A garden, a library and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Hugo & Carter's Backpackers & Motel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - Free self-parking - A TV in reception Room features All guest rooms at Hugo & Carter's Backpackers & Motel include amenities, such as free WiFi. Extra amenities include: - Heating and daily housekeeping ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site parking ### Things to do - Library - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Shared microwave - Shared refrigerator ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Garden ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Communal living room - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### More - Heating - Mobile key entry - Shared accommodation ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Contactless check-in and check-out are available Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out Late check-out subject to availability ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 credit cards; cash is not accepted Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### National rating For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system. ### Property is also known as Hugo & Carter's Backpackers & Motel Tauranga ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hugo & Carter's Backpackers & Motel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Hugo & Carter's Backpackers & Motel? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Hugo & Carter's Backpackers & Motel? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Hugo & Carter's Backpackers & Motel? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Hugo & Carter's Backpackers & Motel located? > Located in Judea, this hostel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Huria Marae and Fernland Spa. Memorial Park and Tenpin Tauranga are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Hugo & Carter's Backpackers & Motel Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 21 8 - Good 29 6 - Okay 10 4 - Poor 4 2 - Terrible 2 ### 8.0/10 Cleanliness ### 8.6/10 Staff & service ### 7.6/10 Amenities ### 7.6/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 7.0/10 Eco-friendliness ### 8/10 Good #### Mark 7 Aug 2024 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities good for what we needed ##### Mark Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 2 Nov 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This is without doubt one of the best hostels I have ever stayed in, very clean, great atmosphere and comfortable beds. Josh, the manager is so helpful and very knowledgable about the local area, I did not want to leave! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stewart 1 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We stayed in a 3 bedroom room with toilet. It was basic as expected but we still found it very comfortable and very good value. The staff were friendly and welcoming. I would have no problem with staying here again. ##### Stewart Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Grant 18 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Good value. Warm room. ##### Grant Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Heera 20 Jan 2025 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The room was quite old, moldy, and in poor condition. The sink was filthy, the soap dispenser was broken, and the water tap couldn't be properly turned off. The bed linens were old and bit dirty. However, the location and communication were great. ##### Heera Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Fai 19 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Clean and tidy room with private bathroom and shower. One double and one single bed. A shared kitchen which had full amenities although I did not use these. A warm fire place in the shared lounge which another nice room guest added in more firewood which the warmth flowed into the dining/kitchen area. If you are looking for a simple, fuss free room for an overnight/long stay, can't go wrong here. Under 10mins drive into the city/beach/Mt Maunganui. ##### Fai Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Jill 22 Aug 2022 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities Mould on curtains, towels and bathroom. Common area not ideal to eat in, smells rotten. Not safe at night. ##### Jill Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 4 Jan 2023 Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort Went out of our way to go check in and no one was available at 3pm. Multiple people queueing up to check in with no one in the office to help, even contacted the help number on the door and waited around for 20mins but no reply. Room was super hot with no fan and nearly impossible to sleep. Also had no toilet paper in our private bathroom. Only stayed there one of our 3 nights booked. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 30 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jocelyn 14 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Jocelyn Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### uditha 5 Jan 2025 ##### uditha Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### William 31 Dec 2024 ##### William Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 27 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Oralee 25 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Easy no hassle stay, clean & tidy, value for money ##### Oralee Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### meejung 24 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### meejung Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Bernadette 15 Oct 2022 Liked: Staff & service, amenities ##### Bernadette Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Brett 2 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Pleasant stay in motel unit. Suited what we needed for over fight stay. ##### Brett Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Gaybraniyah 2 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities If you just need a bed to sleep in it’s convenient… other visitors were friendly staff were informative ##### Gaybraniyah Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Gerard 30 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities ##### Gerard Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 26 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tommy Shane 5 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Value for the money you pay. I was very happy. Might not be for fussy people though. The number given to confirm late arrival was engaged till the afternoon. Had me worried as I was trying advise I’m late and organise receiving key late. ##### Tommy Shane Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### David 31 Jul 2022 ##### David Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Briar 24 Jul 2022 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Used soap in shower, floor was not vacuumed and lots of dirt and dust / sticky floor. Sink was visibly dirty also. ##### Briar Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Jeffrey 28 Jun 2022 Disliked: Room comfort ##### Jeffrey Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leeann 29 Mar 2022 ##### Leeann Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Casa per Ferie Domus Helena](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rome-Hotels-Casa-Per-Ferie-Domus-Helena.h23241945.Hotel-Information) > > [Holmwood House Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-Holmwood-House-Hotel.h1381459.Hotel-Information) > > [Art Hotel Rotterdam](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rotterdam-Hotels-Art-Hotel-Rotterdam.h1206522.Hotel-Information) > > [Quality Inn Near Hollywood Walk of Fame](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Quality-Inn-Near-Hollywood-Walk-Of-Fame.h59560.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Antwerp](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Antwerp-Hotels.d6179462.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Mare Paphos](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paphos-Hotels-Atlantica-Mare-Village-Paphos-All-Inclusive.h49948240.Hotel-Information) > > [St Christopher's Inn Gare Du Nord - Hostel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paris-Hotels-St-Christophers-Inn-Gare-Du-Nord-Hostel.h6010090.Hotel-Information) > > [Hostels Rome](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rome-Hostels.d179899-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Sea Spray](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brighton-Hotels-Sea-Spray.h1381361.Hotel-Information) > > [Caravan Parks Bridgend](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bridgend-Caravan-Parks.d5615-aaCaravanParks.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Hotels in Ravello](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ravello-Hotels.d11086.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Hackney Wick](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hackney-Wick-London-Hotels.0-n553248635976383594-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [The Castle House Luxury Bed & Breakfast](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Richmond-Hotels-The-Castle-House-Luxury-Bed-Breakfast.h30313212.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Smithfield Market](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Smithfield-Market-Hotels.0-l6168823-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [West Point Hotel Bed & Breakfast](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colwyn-Bay-Hotels-West-Point-Hotel-Bed-Breakfast.h11974305.Hotel-Information) > > [Golf Hotels in Bristol](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bristol-Hotels-Golf-Hotels.0-0-d688-tGolfHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Philadelphia-Hotels-Sofitel-Philadelphia-At-Rittenhouse-Square.h454658.Hotel-Information) > > [Lara Barut Collection-Ultra All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Antalya-Hotels-Lara-Barut-Collection.h1207007.Hotel-Information) > > [Brathay Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ambleside-Hotels-Brathay-Lodge.h12822131.Hotel-Information) > > [Travelodge London Central Southwark](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Travelodge-London-Central-Southwark.h1635475.Hotel-Information) > > [Fragrance Hotel St. Peter](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rome-Hotels-Fragrance-Hotel-St-Peter.h8120111.Hotel-Information) > > [Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa - Your Beachfront Bliss Awaits](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mombasa-Hotels-Diani-Reef-Beach-Resort-Spa.h1668560.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from San José (SJO) to London (LHR)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/sjo/lhr/san-jose-to-london) > > [Flights from Paris (CDG) to Zürich (ZRH)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/cdg/zrh/paris-to-zurich) > > [Flights from Dublin (DUB) to Boston (BOS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/dub/bos/dublin-to-boston) ### Activities > [Things to do in Faliraki](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Faliraki.d6052014.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Crystal Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Crystal.d94228.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Reading Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Reading.d5664.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [St. David's Cathedral](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Davids-Cathedral-Haverfordwest.d6086405.Attraction) ### General > [Visit Alicante City Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alicante-Alicante-City-Centre.dx553248633937780713)