Surrounded by rainforest and mountains, Sir Cedrics Chateau Franz Backpacker and Motel offers a hot spa pool, an outdoor fire pit, BBQ facilities and a guest lounge with a fireplace Just 10 minutes walk from the Waiho River, it offers free parking on site and free international phone calls The hostel offers free vegetable soup each evening, as well as free popcorn to enjoy while watching TV The free breakfast includes cereals, milk, toast and coffee There are also a number of restaurants within a 15-minute walk Sir Cedrics Chateau Franz Backpacker and Motel is 10 minutes drive from Lake Mapourika and Franz Josef Glacier Christchurch is a 45-hour drive away Guests can choose between pod dormitory rooms or private rooms with a refrigerator, microwave, toaster and electric kettle Most rooms also have a TV The pods feature a privacy curtain, a power point and a USB port The property offers 2 communal kitchens, TV lounges with satellite channels,a deck, as well as a book exchange and video library The tour desk can provide sightseeing advice and book local activities
