Tasman Bay Backpackers

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Scored 9
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.6

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. Tasman Bay Backpackers Nelson serves free hot chocolate pudding and ice cream every evening. Facilities include a shared kitchen, coin-operated laundry and luggage storage. The lounge room features a library. There are free BBQ facilities in the garden. Guests have a choice of shared or private rooms. Some rooms have an private bathroom. The friendly staff can provide advice on local attractions. Tasman Bay Backpackers Hostel is a 10-minute walk from Nelson city center and Nelson Bus Depot.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests

Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Nelson, this property has an excellent location score of 9.0!

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Guest reviews

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Christina
United States United States
“Great backpackers hostel. Love that the owners care about bringing travelers together. Location was peaceful and the kitchen was well-stocked. There was a car park if you’re arriving by car.”
Edward
Canada Canada
“Really good vibe and group of people. Enjoyed the stay, and added a couple of extra days in Nelson.”
Grace
Canada Canada
“One of the most cozy home-vibe hostels! Most friendly helpful staff, clean and equipped kitchen/bathrooms, comfortable room, friendly social atmosphere but also lots of space to relax. Options to join activities, puzzles and games in the main room :)”
Oldzephyr
United States United States
“Friendly and helpful staff, homey and comfortable common spaces to eat, relax, fix food, good kitchen, and excellent value. Our beds were comfortable. The chocolate pudding in the evening is a nice touch!”
Lisa
United States United States
“Friendly, convenient. Loved the suggested “cell phones off 8-9pm” and yummy dessert. People were talking , playing cards, chess. Felt like the good old days. The double room was as relatively quiet either a comfortable bed.”
Idan
Israel Israel
“Cool place, the staff is amazing, (in the evening they made us pudding with ice cream) the equipment is great, 3 washing machines and 3 dryers, and also ropes to hang laundry. We were in a private room with a shower and toilet”
Viggo
Sweden Sweden
“Good value, comfy beds and the most nice “garden” I’ve seen a hostel have (and kinda only xD) super friendly and helpful staff”
Hamish
Australia Australia
“Good atmosphere and vibe, nice facilities for the most part, pretty good location”
Sarah
New Zealand New Zealand
“Great atmosphere. Older but lots of character. Great vibe socially, the people working there were lovely.”
Douglas
United States United States
“Clean, well maintained, great staff, lots of comfy chairs.”

Area info

Amenities of Tasman Bay Backpackers

Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Check-out
From 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

12+ years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 27 per person, per night

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There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Tasman Bay Backpackers in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

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