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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. Beds were comfy, had good facilities, the staff were bang on and was close enough to walk to the town. Would highly recommend

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8.1
Very good
844 reviews
Price from
CNY 120
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. Maybe our most favorite place to stay during 6 weeks in NZ. Everything super nice and clean, most lovely and helpful staff. 100% recommend!

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8.3
Very good
665 reviews
Price from
CNY 115
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 a beautiful backpackers! So friendly and warm, very homely. The staff were awesome and they have done so well to create a family feel within the backpackers. Its hard not to socialise in this place even as an introvert. An easy place to force yourself to talk to others even when not in the mood because of the friendly environment. Would 100% recommend a stay, its not too far a walk into the town centre. Be sure to stay in for the evenings as they bake an amazing chocolate pudding ever evening for guests. Thanks for a beautiful stay!

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8.8
Fabulous
649 reviews
Price from
CNY 142
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. Best sleep I’ve had while travelling New Zealand!!

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7.6
Good
1,356 reviews
Price from
CNY 170
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. The owner was kind to offer a great solution for a challenging situation. The building is beautiful and Nelson is very nice!

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7.1
Good
390 reviews
Price from
CNY 142
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
380 reviews
Price from
CNY 133
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
CNY 421
per night

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