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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. - great and friendly staff - turn off your phone and enjoy chocolate pudding with ice cream to meet people - very confortable dorms - kitchen is simple but clean and well equiped - 10min walk to city center and Intercity Bus stop

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8.8
Excellent
1,010 reviews
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$20
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Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, YHA Nelson is located in the centre of Nelson, 600 metres from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson. Boasting a concierge service, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. The hostel features a sauna, a shared kitchen and free WiFi. The staff was great. So helpful with information and resolving problems. I loved the bright primary colors of the kitchen and throughout the hostel. I had a lovely stay! Thank you Royce, Ashley, and others!

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8.3
Very Good
887 reviews
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Bridge Backpackers is ideally located in the centre of Nelson, and offers a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. Located around less than 1 km from Trafalgar Park, the hostel is also a 7-minute walk away from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, a tour desk and luggage storage for guests. 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.

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7.4
Good
1,358 reviews
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$23
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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. I really enjoyed my stay here. The staff is super friendly and helpful. The shower is also amazing. There's a bar and a coffee shop downstairs, which is very convenient.

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7.9
Good
1,058 reviews
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$17
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Set in Nelson, 700 metres from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson, The Palace Backpackers offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hostel features family rooms. 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
Good
520 reviews
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$19
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Downtown Backpackers & Accommodation is situated in the Nelson City Centre district of Nelson, and is less than 1 km from Trafalgar Park. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is 600 metres from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson, and within 200 metres of the city centre.

The hostel offers a sun terrace. Guests at Downtown Backpackers & Accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Nelson, like hiking. Honest place, not the prettiest but perfect for what it is.

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5.3
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70 reviews
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$19
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