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Downtown Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel in Nelson

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Shared kitchen
Interior
Property amenity
Laundry room
Lobby sitting area
Nestled in the heart of Nelson City Centre, Downtown Backpackers offers a warm welcome with laundry facilities and a sunny terrace. Guests can stay connected with in-room WiFi, take advantage of luggage storage, and enjoy express check-out for a seamless departure.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (8)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (5)

  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Barbecue grill(s)

Room options

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Single Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Single Room

Highlights

TV
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Bed in 4-Bed Female Dorm, Ensuite | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Bed in 4-Bed Female Dorm, Ensuite

Highlights

TV
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Queen Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Queen Room

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

TV
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
131 Bridge Street, Nelson, 7010

What's nearby

  • Queens Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nelson Market - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Trafalgar Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Christ Church Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Nelson Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 16 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Two Thumb Brewing Co. - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Free House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tasty Tucker Bakery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Bridge Street Collective - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Victus. - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Downtown Backpackers

When visiting Nelson, Downtown Backpackers is a great choice to consider.

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 14 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Back of the building on New Street.]
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (17 years old and younger) not allowed
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite parking available only on request
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Parking

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Downtown Backpackers Hostel Nelson
Downtown Backpackers Nelson
Downtown Accommodation Backpackers
Downtown Backpackers Nelson
Downtown Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Downtown Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Nelson

Frequently asked questions

Does Downtown Backpackers offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Downtown Backpackers does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Downtown Backpackers?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Downtown Backpackers?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Downtown Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at Downtown Backpackers and nearby?

Downtown Backpackers has a picnic area.

What's the area around Downtown Backpackers like?

Downtown Backpackers is a short 5-minute walk from Nelson Market and 6 minutes' walk from Queens Gardens.

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