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Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers

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Spa

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
The current price is $58
includes taxes & fees
Jun 10 - Jun 11

Explore the area

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16 GRAVESEND PLACE, Picton, 7220
  • Place, Waitohi Recreational Reserve
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Picton Harbour
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Picton Foreshore
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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Apartment

  • 517 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Queen Ensuite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Comfort Twin Room

  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Comfort Double Room

  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Family Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers

Picton hostel with free breakfast
A fitness center, a hot tub, and spa services are available at this hostel. Free self-serve breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, free use of bicycles, and laundry facilities.
Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers offers 14 accommodations. Cable television is provided. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include a hot tub, a fitness center, and complimentary bicycles.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services.
In addition to a hot tub, Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers features a fitness center and complimentary bicycles. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. A complimentary breakfast is offered each morning. This Picton hostel also offers spa services, a library, and a terrace. Onsite self parking is complimentary.

Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers has designated areas for smoking.

A complimentary self-serve breakfast is served each morning between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
All guests are required to present a valid government-issued ID card at check-in.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of NZD 2.9

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

National rating

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

Property is 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

Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 227 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 68 out of 227 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 227 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 227 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 227 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy, quirky, convenient, fun. Great location for catching the ferry.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place with a sense of humor.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ROBYN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
all rooms clean, great staff, very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cool place to stay, Spa pool, unique stay! Very close to ferry
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, nice balcony with views. Close to ferry terminal
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The home made breakfast scones were divine. Loved the hot tub.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff and great facilities with comfortable beds and quiet at night. Highly recommended thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place has everything you need!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and easy to get to from the ferry terminal
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Relaxed and friendly, great amenities and close to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ofer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gary, the host, is a very nice guy. Fresh scones for braeakfast! Good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic accommodation great location near ferry terminal and short walk into Picton
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Grea location close to town and great view of the port
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorrae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great spot , Convenient, close to interislander ferri s
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness
Its pretty good for a night stay. Though being close to the port it was pretty noisie with trucks and boats coming in and out at night. Theres a shared kitchen, living, games room and bathroom that were all reasonably clean. I feel that they could turn more into the vibe of being a tombstone lodge, make it more spooky and fun. The owners were super nice and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angelica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an amazing place to stay at! The staff were very kind/friendly, the spa was wonderful after a long day, and the fresh-baked scones for breakfast were to die for!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniela.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun place, room was clean and quiet. Recommend staying a couple of days to enjoy the atmosphere and amenities
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautifull place helpful staff and jst an overall great place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
was ideal for what we needed, quick overnight before the ferry.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything you need in the kitchen. Options for the teenagers. They enjoyed the spa and games room! Overall our stay was great!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to Ferry Terminal and with views of ships etc. Very friendly and helpful hosts!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant place to stay. Lots to do at the motel and around it. The hosts were also great!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous stay - so comfortable, so fresh and clean, such a warm welcome. Why stay anywhere else?
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Super nice clean motel

Very nice motel with super comfy bed! Shared areas were very clean, nice little breakfast included
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at the Tombstone motel! The atmosphere was very cozy and welcoming, very nice rec room. The staff was very helpful and had great suggestions for the area.