The Prince Albert Backpackers & Bar

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Scored 8.2
Rated very good

Staff

9.0

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. It is a 10-minute walk from the bus terminal. It is a 5-minute drive from Trafalgar Park and a 15-minute drive from Nelson Airport. All heated rooms have carpeted floors and an private bathroom with a shower and toilet. All rooms have linen provided. Guests can relax outdoors on the sun terrace in a hammock or prepare a meal in the shared kitchen. Come ask us about activities around the Top of the South, we are happy to advise where we can. The cafe is open from 7:30am Monday to Friday while the restaurant is open from midday 7 days a week. Please head to our website for an updated menu. Your property description is created based on the facilities and amenities you add. It’s then translated into multiple languages, which can increase bookings by appealing to all potential guests.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

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

Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Nelson, this property has an excellent location score of 8.8!

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Matt
New Zealand New Zealand
“super friendly staff and fantastic facilities including bike storage/workshop which was perfect for us as we flew into nelson and started/ended a 3 day bike trip there. Having a workstand, tools and place to store bike bags was an absolute game...”
Matt
New Zealand New Zealand
“super friendly staff and fantastic facilities including bike storage/workshop which was perfect for us as we flew into nelson and started/ended a 3 day bike trip there. Having a workstand, tools and place to store bike bags was an absolute game...”
Shawn
Canada Canada
“We booked a private room with 2 single beds and were comfy and washroom clean and functional. Nice that room had a window for fresh air. Staff were freindly. Good location short walk to downtown and close to botanical gardens. The pub food was...”
Chunpin
Taiwan Taiwan
“The property is quite cozy, well designed. The staff has kindly helped us carry our heavy baggage upstairs.”
Pammytip
New Zealand 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...”
Robin
New Zealand New Zealand
“Great location, cheap, clean and tidy. You get what you pay for.... value for money. Perfect for a quick visit to Nelson”
Reehan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Only really stopped here for a night and I was exhausted from a day at Abel Tasman, but it seems like a cool place. Very social thanks to the adjacent pub, and the dorms are all set up around a courtyard to maximise human interaction which is nice.”
Jane
New Zealand New Zealand
“Our accommodation was perfect for our needs, staff and people very friendly, shower was amazing, it was clean and tidy”
Margot
Canada Canada
“Super pretty, well maintained, nice staff, location, cozy backyard that offer opportunities to meet other travellers, nice beddings and the bar/restaurant just behind.”
Guy
New Zealand New Zealand
“I had a large, comfortable room with the pub lounge downstairs plus the use of the backpackers' kitchen and laundry facilities. Only a short drive from Main Street Nelson. Really appreciated the quiet, secure off-street parking.”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Open for
    Brunch • Dinner
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of The Prince Albert Backpackers & Bar

Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular amenities

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

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Check-out
From 1:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
5+ years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 20 per person, per night

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All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that for the dormitory rooms, towels are not included in the price. You can rent them at the property or bring your own.

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform The Prince Albert Backpackers & Bar in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

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