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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. 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. The place had lovely big beds with good storage. The showers were clean and spacious and the social areas were lovely.

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8.1
Very good
846 reviews
Price from
NOK 174
per night

YHA Nelson

Nelson City Centre, Nelson

Guests can choose between private and dormitory rooms, most with access to shared bathroom facilities. Secure lockers, luggage storage and bicycle storage are available. The hostel also offers mountain and city bikes for hire. This place was greater than my expectations. The staff are friendly and the room/bathrooms are immaculate. Would defiantly consider staying here again.

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8.2
Very good
669 reviews
Price from
NOK 168
per night

Tasman Bay Backpackers 4 stars

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.

The friendly staff can provide advice on local attractions. Tasman Bay Backpackers Hostel is a 10-minute walk from Nelson city centre and Nelson Bus Depot. This is the best hostel I’ve ever stayed in NZ!! It is so beautiful and clean all the time. Offers all amenities you need and the staff is incredible! I’m definitely gonna go back!

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8.8
Fabulous
650 reviews
Price from
NOK 207
per night

Bridge Backpackers 5 stars

Nelson City Centre, Nelson

Bridge Backpackers is ideally located in the centre of Nelson, and offers a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. Located around 600 metres from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson, the hostel is also less than 1 km away from Trafalgar Park. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, a tour desk and luggage storage for guests. The female dorm was one of the best I stayed in! There was a private sink in the room and plugs and light next to each bed. The bathroom shower is very private as well. For being a hostel, you get a lot of privacy.

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7.6
Good
1,352 reviews
Price from
NOK 248
per night

The Palace Backpackers

Nelson

Located in Nelson, The Palace Backpackers offers accommodation with free bikes and a shared lounge. The historical colonial villa is set in an enchanting garden with plum, lemon trees and flowers. It is a 4-minute walk from Christ Church Cathedral. Free WiFi is provided. Really cool old Victorian house, with lots of character. Staff were nice and helpful, location was convenient, everything was clean and comfortable.

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7.1
Good
392 reviews
Price from
NOK 207
per night

The Bug Backpackers

Nelson

Offering private and dormitory rooms with free unlimited WiFi, The Bug Backpackers is just 15 minutes’ walk from local shops and restaurants. Guests can enjoy cooking their meals in the kitchen and eat in the dining area during the cold months and on the deck or in the garden during the warmer months. Bike rental services are available at the property.

The Bug Backpackers Nelson is a small hostel with a family atmosphere where it is easy to meet other independent travellers. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The owner is also a great and interesting person to talk to. The atmosphere is relaxed. It’s clean and very comfy. Check it out!

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7.3
Good
382 reviews
Price from
NOK 194
per night

Downtown Backpackers & Accommodation

Nelson City Centre, Nelson

Featuring free WiFi , Downtown Backpackers & Accommodation offers accommodation in Nelson, 400 metres from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson.

Trafalgar Park is 600 metres from Downtown Backpackers & Accommodation, while Tahunanui Beach is 4 km from the property. Nelson Airport is 6 km away. The bed was very comfortable and we were warned about the noise which wasn't too bad Apart from that we totally enjoyed our stay.

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4.4
Review score
51 reviews
Price from
NOK 613
per night

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