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Tasman Bay Backpackers

Nelson

This hostel offers free unlimited Wi-Fi, a log fire in the guest lounge and heaters in all rooms. Guests can relax in the hammock in the garden.

J
Jakubeková
From
Slovakia
I loved how helpful the staff was. There were musical instruments and games in the common room. And the PUDDING 🖤🖤
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 987 reviews
Price from
$56.32
1 night, 2 adults

The Palace Backpackers

Nelson

Located in Nelson, a 9-minute walk from Christ Church Cathedral, The Palace Backpackers provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

V
Van Anh
From
Vietnam
Such a dreamy home I would like to stay longer next time. Super cosy and convenient.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 482 reviews
Price from
$43.52
1 night, 2 adults

The Prince Albert Backpackers & Bar

Nelson

Built in 1888, The Prince Albert Backpackers & Bar is a heritage building with free Wi-Fi, an onsite bar and restaurant and a cafe on weekdays Prince Albert Backpackers is a 5-minute walk from Nelson....

P
PammyTip
From
New Zealand
The staff were friendly and efficient on check in and when I checked out. I could come and go when I liked for the whole stay. There is a carpark on site, Bar and Cafe in the vicinity. It wasn't expensive and clean. There is a bathroom attached to each dorm room. If you don't mind different people coming and going and feel safe, I had good roomies even though I was out early and back late 🥰
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 916 reviews
Price from
$43.77
1 night, 2 adults

YHA Nelson - Backpackers

Nelson City Center, Nelson

Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, YHA Nelson - Backpackers is located in the center of Nelson, a 7-minute walk from Christ Church Cathedral.

J
Junqi
From
China
Next to the Saturday market and everything. Very nice staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 793 reviews
Price from
$66.04
1 night, 2 adults

Bridge Backpackers

Nelson City Center, Nelson

Bridge Backpackers is located conveniently in Nelson, and has a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

P
Parambir
From
New Zealand
I used the new laundry facilitiy and my hiking gear came back out sparkling. The kind staff let me store my spare bag for a few days while I was away hiking The Able Tasman Costal Track. My return stay was even better.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,041 reviews
Price from
$45.33
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 916 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Nelson Region

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,041 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Nelson Region

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 987 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Nelson Region

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 482 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Nelson Region

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 793 reviews

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Avg. price/night: $54.75
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 793 reviews
The hostel is in a great location being pretty much in the centre of town, and the main bus interchange is less than a five minute walk. The staff were excellent and the facilities were generally clean and well-maintained. The common areas were quite big and spacious which was nice as hostels often tend to have somewhat cramped common areas.
Guest review bymblonkers
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $44.75
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 482 reviews
sitting out on the balcony where some other backpackers sat to chill out in the afternoon. Everyone I met were amazing, friendly and very interested in why my Husband and i were in Nelson. The uphill was a challenge but doable, the parking was hard as we had a big 4x4 but again it was doable. The owner of The Palace was a pretty cool down to earth person. We enjoyed our stay and we will go back again.
Guest review byWhiunui
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: $62.97
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,041 reviews
Great location very close town and to the event I was in town for.
Guest review byShaness
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $47.10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 0.0
A warm welcome and friendly staff at the hostel, which is cheap for Nelson. The kitchen is good and there's some nice outdoor space. Our room was in a second building, which was well-sized and with a shared bathroom/shower, which worked well.
Guest review byeds2559
Young couple
Avg. price/night: $52.99
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 987 reviews
Amazing hostel with an awesome lounge. There are always people playing games and music. The kitchen was very clean all the time and very well equipped. The staff was always very friendly and a few of them used to hangout at the lounge after their shift and just having fun with the backpackers. Every night at 8 pm they are making free chocolate pudding with ice-cream for everyone for free and it is delicious! I would definitely come again!
Guest review byNick
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $55.93
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 916 reviews
The patio is very nice. Everything you need as a backpacker is provided. I liked the vibe of the hostel. I didn't go to the pub.
Guest review byWilliam
Solo traveler